Question 2735 Deck General

The correct answer is C) grounding. According to the Coast Guard regulations, the master or other vessel representative must contact the nearest Coast Guard Marine Safety Office within 5 days of a grounding incident, regardless of the extent of damage or injuries. This requirement is specified in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) under 46 CFR 4.05-1, which mandates reporting of any marine casualty or accident, including groundings. The other options (A and B) do not trigger the 5-day reporting requirement on their own. While accidents causing significant damage (over $2,500) or injuries requiring first aid should also be reported, they do not have the same strict 5-day timeline as a grounding incident.