Safety & Environmental Protection (Deck) USCG Question #502 (Set 15)

While underway in thick fog you are on watch and hear the cry "man overboard". Which type of maneuver should you make?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — Williamson turn

Reduced visibility such as thick fog mandates the Williamson turn because it guarantees the vessel returns along its exact reciprocal track-line, bringing the ship back through the initial incident zone without requiring continuous visual contact with the survivor.

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