Question 2542 Deck General

The correct answer is B) Your crew must have identification credentials. The reasoning behind this is that when a harbor craft regularly services or contacts foreign flag vessels, the crew members are considered to be engaged in international commerce. In this case, the crew must have proper identification credentials, such as a Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC), to operate the vessel and interact with the foreign flag vessels. The other options are incorrect because: A) The vessel itself does not need to be inspected solely due to contacting foreign flag vessels, C) All contacts with foreign flag vessels do not need to be reported to the U.S. Coast Guard, and D) A customs official is not required to be on board when contacting a foreign flag vessel.