Question 1041Deck Safety70% to pass
According to the Code of Federal Regulations, which of the following statements is correct regarding the steering gear on a vessel contracted for after June 9, 1995?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B.
According to the Code of Federal Regulations (46 CFR 58.25-55), a separate auxiliary means of steering is not required where the main gear is of the dual power hydraulic type, having two independent pumps and connections. This is because the dual power hydraulic steering gear provides redundancy and can maintain steering capability even if one of the two independent pumps fails.
The other options are incorrect because: A) Check valves are not considered a means of steadying the rudder, B) is the correct statement, C) hydraulic structural rudder stops are not mandatory for all vessels contracted after June 9, 1995.
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