Rules and Regulations Flashcards
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What drug and alcohol testing requirements apply to OUPV license holders?
Answer: Pre-employment, random, post-casualty, and reasonable cause testing as required by 46 CFR Part 16
OUPV license holders are subject to USCG drug and alcohol testing including pre-employment, random, post-casualty, and reasonable cause testing.
What is the legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit for operating a commercial vessel?
Answer: 0.04%
The BAC limit for operating a commercial vessel is 0.04%, which is half the standard driving limit.
What records must an OUPV operator maintain aboard the vessel?
Answer: Voyage records including passenger count, crew names, safety equipment checks, and fuel levels
OUPV operators should maintain records including passenger counts, crew information, safety equipment status, voyage plans, and fuel levels.
Under what conditions can the Coast Guard board and inspect an OUPV vessel?
Answer: At any time while the vessel is on navigable waters, without a warrant
The USCG has authority to board and inspect any vessel on navigable waters at any time without a warrant.
What are the carriage requirements for visual distress signals on an OUPV vessel?
Answer: A minimum of 3 day and 3 night signals, or 3 combined day/night signals, approved by the USCG
Vessels must carry a minimum of 3 USCG-approved visual distress signals for daytime use and 3 for nighttime use, or 3 combination signals.
What is the definition of passenger for hire under USCG regulations?
Answer: A person who has contributed consideration (money, goods, or services) for the voyage
A passenger for hire is anyone who has provided any form of consideration either directly or indirectly for transportation on the vessel.