Question 2934 Deck General

The correct answer is B) Notary Public. When a vessel encounters heavy weather or other extraordinary circumstances during a voyage, the master of the ship is required to make a formal maritime protest. This protest is typically recorded by a notary public, who serves as an impartial witness to the events described by the master. The notary public will note the details of the maritime protest, providing an official record of the incident. The other options are incorrect because: A) The Officer in Charge of Marine Inspection is responsible for vessel inspections and certifications, not recording maritime protests; C) The Collector of Customs is responsible for customs-related matters, not maritime protests; and D) The U.S. Shipping Commissioner oversees matters related to merchant seamen, not the recording of maritime protests.