Question 227 Deck Safety

The correct answer is D) The officer in charge of the wheelhouse is considered to have the radiotelephone watch. This is correct because under the regulations, the officer in charge of the navigation of the vessel is responsible for maintaining a listening watch on the required radiotelephone channels. This includes monitoring the radiotelephone and being prepared to use it as needed, such as for distress communications or other operational purposes. The other answer choices are incorrect because: A) Radiotelephones can be located in other areas of the vessel besides just the wheelhouse. B) Channel 13 is not limited to just distress messages. C) The master is not the only one allowed to use the radiotelephone, the officer in charge has that responsibility.