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What is the immediate action to take in a Man Overboard situation?
What is the immediate action to take in a Man Overboard situation?
- Throw a lifebuoy into the water
- Shout 'Man Overboard!' loudly and clearly (correct)
- Activate the distress signal on the vessel
- Lower a rescue boat immediately
What is the purpose of activating the MOB alarm on the vessel in a Man Overboard situation?
What is the purpose of activating the MOB alarm on the vessel in a Man Overboard situation?
- To signal nearby ships for assistance
- To activate the life raft automatically
- To alert the crew and initiate coordinated actions (correct)
- To communicate with the person in the water
Why is a Man Overboard situation considered a critical emergency at sea?
Why is a Man Overboard situation considered a critical emergency at sea?
- It allows time for a leisurely response
- It requires prompt and coordinated actions for the safety of the person in the water (correct)
- It is a routine occurrence in maritime operations
- It does not pose any immediate danger
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