Question 1179 Deck Safety

The correct answer is C) on the downwind side of the craft. When using a hand-held smoke signal in a survival craft, you should activate it on the downwind side of the craft. This allows the smoke plume to drift away from the craft, making it more visible to potential rescuers. Activating the signal on the upwind side or inside the craft would cause the smoke to obscure the view of the craft, reducing its effectiveness as a distress signal. The stern of the craft is also not the optimal location, as the smoke may still drift back towards the craft.