Question 504 Deck Safety

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The maneuver which will return your vessel to a person who has fallen overboard in the shortest time is _______________.

A a Williamson Turn
B two 180° turns
C engine(s) crash astern, no turn
D a single turn with hard rudder
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) a single turn with hard rudder. This maneuver, known as the Williamson Turn, is the fastest way to return a vessel to a person overboard. By turning the vessel sharply with hard rudder, you can quickly reverse course and head back to the person's location, which is critical in a man overboard situation. The other options, such as two 180-degree turns or backing down with no turn, would take longer to execute and cover the necessary distance to reach the person. The Williamson Turn is the standard maneuver taught and tested on US Coast Guard Captain's License examinations for recovering a person who has fallen overboard.

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