Question 58 ONC01 - Master/Chief Mate Unlimited Tonnage

The Correct Answer is C **Explanation for Option C (boarding and operating procedure):** Safety regulations (such as those outlined in the IMO's International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, or STCW) require that all personnel on a vessel, regardless of their specific role, must be familiar with emergency procedures and survival craft operations. The rescue boat is a critical piece of emergency equipment used for recovering persons from the water. In an emergency, any available crew member might be needed to assist with preparing, launching, boarding, or even operating the rescue boat. Therefore, basic familiarity with the **boarding and operating procedure** ensures rapid and effective deployment, which is crucial for survival. **Why the other options are incorrect:** * **A) fuel consumption rates:** While important for logistics and planning, detailed knowledge of the rescue boat's fuel consumption rates is typically only required by engineers or deck officers responsible for maintenance and supply, not all personnel. * **B) maintenance schedules:** Knowledge of specific maintenance schedules is required for designated maintenance personnel (e.g., engineers or mechanics), not the entire ship's complement. General familiarity with equipment condition is expected, but not the detailed schedule. * **D) navigational systems:** While the operator of the rescue boat must be proficient with the navigational systems, not every person on board needs detailed expertise in these systems. All personnel must understand how to safely deploy and board the boat, which is a more fundamental and universal requirement than specialized navigation knowledge.