Question 2806 Deck General

The correct answer is B) The Master of the vessel. The Master (or Captain) of the vessel is responsible for ensuring that all legal work hour limitations, rest periods, and regulations governing work on Sundays and holidays are followed, even when the vessel is in a safe harbor. This is because the Master has the ultimate authority and responsibility for the overall operations and safety of the vessel and its crew. The owner, charterer, or operating company may provide guidance, but the Master is the one who must ensure compliance with the relevant regulations. The other options are incorrect because the owner, charterer, or operating company do not have the direct, on-site authority and responsibility that the Master has for the day-to-day operations and crew management of the vessel.