As first engineer, you are standing by the #3 deep fuel oil storage tank as a crew member is working inside the tank. Before entering the tank, the atmosphere was checked and determined safe for men to work. While standing by you notice that the crew member is not moving. After attempts to communicate with the downed mariner receives no response, what action would you take?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — Have additional crew members don a SCBA to enter the tank, to aid in the removal of the unconscious crew member.
Under USCG National Maritime Center examination standards, the accepted correct answer is: Have additional crew members don a SCBA to enter the tank, to aid in the removal of the unconscious crew member..
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