Question 1483 Deck Safety

The correct answer is A) A non self-propelled vessel in tow. Under US Coast Guard regulations, vessels greater than 100 GT are generally required to carry an EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon), with the exception of non self-propelled vessels that are in tow. This is because the towing vessel is responsible for the safety and emergency communications of the vessel being towed, including having the necessary EPIRB equipment. The other options, such as sailing vessels, fishing vessels, and towing vessels, are all required to carry EPIRBs if they exceed 100 GT, as they are self-propelled and responsible for their own emergency preparedness.