Question 1759Deck General70% to pass
Your vessel is greater than 100 GRT and carries more than 12 passengers. In addition to the deck officer in the pilothouse, where should there be an additional crew member on watch?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) in or near the pilothouse.
For vessels greater than 100 GRT carrying more than 12 passengers, in addition to the deck officer in the pilothouse, there must be an additional crew member in or near the pilothouse. This is required by U.S. Coast Guard regulations to provide adequate watchkeeping and oversight for the safe navigation of the vessel.
The other options are incorrect because: A) a lookout on the fore deck would not be in a position to adequately monitor and assist the pilothouse, and B) a crew member on the bridge wing would be too far removed from the direct supervision of the pilothouse. C) is incorrect because the regulations require an additional crew member, not just the deck officer, to be present in or near the pilothouse.
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