Question 1838 Deck General

The correct answer is D) Damage amounting to $2,000. According to the small passenger vessel regulations, the U.S. Coast Guard does not need to be immediately notified for damage amounting to $2,000 or less. The regulations only require immediate notification for more significant incidents, such as loss of life, injury requiring medical treatment beyond first aid, or major damage affecting the seaworthiness of the vessel. The other options (A, B, and C) would all require immediate notification to the Coast Guard, as they represent more serious incidents that have the potential to impact passenger safety or the vessel's operation. However, for minor damage under $2,000, the regulations do not mandate immediate reporting to the Coast Guard.