Safety & Environmental Protection (Deck) USCG Question #491 (Set 15)

You are on watch and see a man fall overboard. Which man overboard turn should NOT be used in this situation?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — Scharnow

The Scharnow turn is designed for delayed man overboard situations where significant time has elapsed, requiring the vessel to reverse its track from ahead. It is completely unsuitable for immediate action scenarios where the victim was just observed falling overboard.

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