USCG Exam PracticeEmergency duties — MOB, towing, and care of survivors
A vessel operating with three individuals on board is subject to 46 CFR §28.265. Which statement correctly describes the posting requirement for emergency instructions on that vessel?
- A. All emergency instructions must be posted in conspicuous locations accessible to the crew
- ✓ Emergency instructions may be kept readily available rather than postedCorrect
- C. Only the distress call procedures must be posted; all other instructions may be kept readily available
- D. Emergency instructions are not required because the vessel has fewer than four individuals on board
Why B is correct
46 CFR §28.265(c) provides that on a vessel operating with less than four individuals on board, emergency instructions may be kept readily available as an alternative to posting. The instructions are still required; only the posting obligation is relaxed.
Cited:46 CFR §28.265