Question 3094 Deck General

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Besides the chemical testing of a mariner's breath for alcohol, what other specimen testing for alcohol is acceptable to be taken onboard the vessel after a Serious Marine Incident?

A Hair
B Blood
C Saliva
D None of the above
AI Explanation

The correct answer is C) Saliva. The regulations for Serious Marine Incidents (SMIs) under 46 CFR 4.06 allow for the testing of a mariner's saliva for the presence of alcohol, in addition to the chemical testing of the mariner's breath. Saliva testing provides an alternative specimen that can be collected onboard the vessel, whereas blood testing would typically require transportation to a medical facility. The regulations do not permit the use of hair samples for alcohol testing in the context of a Serious Marine Incident investigation.

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