Question 67 TV01 - Towing Vessels - Oceans or Near Coastal

The Correct Answer is C ### Explanation for C (75%) The requirement for the ability of deck crew to understand orders spoken by officers is mandated by U.S. Coast Guard regulations (specifically, 46 CFR Subchapter G, which addresses Manning of Vessels). The relevant regulation is found in **46 CFR 15.815 – Required abilities for deck crew**, which states in paragraph (a): > "(a) At least 75 percent of the deck crew on board must be able to understand any order spoken by the officers, as required by the vessel's COI." Therefore, 75% of the deck crew must meet this requirement. ### Why Other Options Are Incorrect **A) 50%:** This percentage is too low according to 46 CFR 15.815(a). The regulatory minimum is 75%. **B) 65%:** This percentage is too low. While it is closer than 50%, it does not meet the mandatory 75% threshold required by USCG regulation. **D) 100%:** While having 100% of the crew able to understand orders is ideal for safety and efficiency, it is not the minimum regulatory requirement. The regulation requires "At least 75 percent," making 100% higher than the mandatory floor.