Question 2714 Deck General

The correct answer is C) serviced annually. The hydrostatic release on inflatable liferafts on a fishing vessel must be serviced annually according to US Coast Guard regulations. This ensures the hydrostatic release, which automatically deploys the liferaft if the vessel sinks, is functioning properly and will activate as designed. The other options are incorrect - the hydrostatic release does not need to be overhauled quarterly, tested monthly, or replaced annually, but rather serviced on an annual basis to maintain its reliability and compliance with safety standards.