Question 2710 Deck General

The correct answer is A) before sailing. The reasoning is that the safety orientation for a new crew member must be provided before the vessel sails, as per the safety regulations for commercial fishing vessels. It is crucial that all crew members receive proper safety instructions and participate in drills before the vessel departs, to ensure their safety and the safety of the entire crew in case of an emergency at sea. Delaying this safety orientation until after the vessel has sailed would be a violation of the regulations. The other options are incorrect because B) within 24 hours is too long of a delay, C) within one week is unacceptably long, and D) on reporting day if it occurs within normal work hours does not account for the fact that the safety orientation must be provided before sailing, regardless of the time of day.