What is the minimum required number of ring life buoys on an OSV certified for ocean service?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — 8
46 CFR 133.70 mandates the minimum number of ring life buoys for Offshore Supply Vessels based on vessel length. For an OSV certified for ocean service, the regulations specify a minimum of eight ring life buoys to ensure adequate lifesaving coverage for the crew and personnel on board.
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