A seaman lost his continuous discharge book during the voyage. Upon discharge from Articles, he should be issued a __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — Certificate of Discharge with the white copy forwarded to the Commandant
When a Continuous Discharge Book is lost at sea, the master must issue an official Certificate of Discharge upon signing off articles, forwarding the mandatory white copy to the Commandant for proper regulatory recordkeeping.
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