PCOC Emergency Response Protocols 3

Question 1

You witness a vessel capsizing nearby. What is the correct order of actions?

Accepted Answer

Assess safety, alert Coast Guard, approach cautiously, assist survivors

Answer

Assessing your own safety first prevents creating a second emergency while rescuing others.

Question 2

What is the danger of running a generator or engine below deck with hatches closed?

Accepted Answer

Carbon monoxide poisoning

Answer

Carbon monoxide is odorless and colorless; it can incapacitate or kill people rapidly in enclosed spaces.

Question 3

A passenger is showing signs of hypothermia. What should you do first?

Accepted Answer

Move them out of the wind and remove wet clothing, then wrap in blankets

Answer

Removing wet clothing and insulating from wind stops further heat loss and begins rewarming.

Question 4

Which signal means a vessel is in distress when no flares or radio are available?

Accepted Answer

Slowly raising and lowering outstretched arms repeatedly

Answer

Slowly raising and lowering both arms is an internationally recognized visual distress signal.

Question 5

Your fire extinguisher does not reach a fuel fire in the bilge. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Close hatches to cut off oxygen and call for help

Answer

Closing hatches limits oxygen to smother the fire while you call for emergency assistance.

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