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What should the crew do when the decision to abandon ship is made?
What should the crew do when the decision to abandon ship is made?
- Start preparing the lifeboats without delay
- Wait for further instructions from the captain
- Ignore the abandon ship order and continue with regular duties
- Follow the abandon ship order promptly and calmly (correct)
What should the crew do upon hearing emergency signals?
What should the crew do upon hearing emergency signals?
- Listen for and follow emergency signals, including general alarm and announcements over the vessel's intercom system (correct)
- Wait for confirmation from other crew members before taking any action
- Start equipping the lifeboats with extra supplies
- Immediately proceed to the lifeboat stations
What should the crew do if time permits before abandoning ship?
What should the crew do if time permits before abandoning ship?
- Leave the lifeboat stations and gather personal belongings
- Equip the lifeboats with extra blankets, water, food, and essential items specified in the vessel's emergency plan (correct)
- Wait for instructions from the captain before taking any action
- Focus on getting themselves to safety first