You are the Master of an uninspected diesel towing vessel of 190 GT operating on a regular run from New York to the Gulf of Mexico. Which statement is TRUE?

Correct Answer: Option A — All crew members must have a Merchant Mariner Credential

46 CFR regulations governing uninspected towing vessels require all crew members employed on documented commercial vessels operating on domestic or coastwise routes to hold a valid Merchant Mariner Credential appropriate to their service.