Safety & Environmental Protection (Deck) USCG Question #1480 (Set 45)

Which vessel is NOT required to carry a rocket-type line throwing appliance?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — An oceangoing vessel of 140 GT

Under 46 CFR, river-going vessels are exempt from the mandatory carriage of rocket-type line-throwing appliances, which are primarily required on oceangoing and coastwise vessels exceeding specific tonnage thresholds.

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