Question 3653 Deck General

The correct answer is D) to the nearest Marine Safety or Marine Inspection Office. According to regulations, a Master or person in charge of a MODU (Mobile Offshore Drilling Unit) is required to submit a report of a loss of life to the nearest Marine Safety or Marine Inspection Office. This is the standard reporting requirement, as these offices are responsible for investigating and documenting such incidents within the Coast Guard's jurisdiction. The other options are incorrect because: A) reporting to the next of kin is not the official reporting requirement, B) the reporting requirement applies regardless of whether the incident occurs while underway or not, and C) reporting to the nearest coroner is not the correct procedure as per Coast Guard regulations.