Ship Driver Emergency Procedures and Distress Signals 2

Question 1

What should be included in a Mayday distress call?

Accepted Answer

Vessel name, position, nature of distress, number of people, description of vessel

Answer

A complete Mayday includes: Mayday × 3, vessel name × 3, position, nature of distress, number of persons aboard, vessel description, and 'Over.'

Question 2

What is the correct technique for a Williamson Turn in a man overboard (MOB) situation?

Accepted Answer

Hard turn in the direction of the casualty, then reverse the rudder to come back on reciprocal course

Answer

The Williamson Turn involves an immediate hard turn toward the side the person fell from, then a counter-turn to bring the vessel back on a reciprocal course to the person.

Question 3

What is the Coast Guard reporting requirement after a vessel accident?

Accepted Answer

Report only if damage exceeds $2,000 or there is injury requiring medical treatment beyond first aid

Answer

Federal regulations require reporting boating accidents when there is death, injury requiring medical treatment, disappearance, or property damage exceeding $2,000.

Question 4

What should you do first when fire breaks out in the engine compartment?

Accepted Answer

Shut off the fuel supply and discharge the engine compartment extinguisher without opening the hatch

Answer

Shut off fuel immediately and discharge a fixed or handheld extinguisher through the access port — opening the hatch feeds oxygen and can cause flashover.

Question 5

What is the purpose of a vessel's float plan?

Accepted Answer

To inform a shore contact of your trip details so they can report overdue vessels

Answer

A float plan left with a trusted shore contact includes destination, departure time, expected return, vessel description, and number of passengers for SAR purposes.

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Ship Driver Emergency Procedures and Distress Signals 2