AB Deck General and Safety 2

Question 1

When a vessel is required to sound a fog signal, how often must a power-driven vessel underway sound its horn?

Accepted Answer

Every 2 minutes

Answer

A power-driven vessel making way in restricted visibility must sound one prolonged blast at intervals of not more than 2 minutes.

Question 2

What is the purpose of a 'painter' on a lifeboat or rescue boat?

Accepted Answer

To tow or secure the survival craft to the vessel

Answer

A painter is a line used to tow or temporarily secure a lifeboat or rescue boat to the parent vessel.

Question 3

Under the COLREGS, which vessel is the 'stand-on' vessel in a crossing situation between two power-driven vessels?

Accepted Answer

The vessel with the other on her starboard side

Answer

In a crossing situation, the vessel that has the other vessel on her starboard side is the stand-on vessel and must maintain course and speed.

Question 4

What does a single red flare fired from a distress rocket indicate?

Accepted Answer

Distress and need of assistance

Answer

A rocket throwing red stars or a red parachute flare is an internationally recognized distress signal indicating need of assistance.

Question 5

What is the minimum number of immersion suits required on a US-flagged vessel?

Accepted Answer

One for every person on board

Answer

US regulations require at least one immersion suit for every person on board a vessel.

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