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USCG Boat Crew Exam | Questions And Answers Latest {2024- 2025} A+ Graded | 100%Verified
P-6 Pump Specs - 250 gallons a minute at a 12 ft suction lift
2.5 gallon detachable tank of gasoline
4-5 hours on a full tank of gas
If gas is cut off it should run for at least 45 seconds.
6.5 HP
3 inch diameter suction
15 ft suction hose
20 ft discharge hose
Yellow hose is suction Green hose is discharge
What are some situations that will cause fatigue (9) - 1.Operating in extreme temperatures
2. Eye strain from hours of looking through sea blurred windshields
3. Effort of holding on and maintaining balance
4. Stress
5. Exposure to noise
6. Exposure to sun
7. Poor physical conditioning
8. Lack of sleep
9. Boredom
What is the crews responsibility for fatigue - Crew members must constantly watch each other for signs
of fatigue
,Responsibility of a boat crew member ( HALT SOLA) - Helm
Anchor watch
Lookout
Towing watch
Surface swimmer
Operating damage control equipment
Line handling ( rig towing and mooring line)
Administer first aid
What are the primary symptoms of fatigue (6) - 1. Inability to focus or concentrate
2. Mental confusion or judgement error
3. Decreased coordination of motor skills and sensory ability
4. Increased irritability
5. Decreased performance
6. Decreased concern for safety
What are the prevention methods for fatigue (5) - 1. Adequate rest
2. Appropriate dress for weather conditions
3. Rotate crew duties
4. Provide food and refreshment suitable for the conditions
5. Observe other crew members for signs of fatigue
What are the underway limits for the 45' and the 29' - 45': seas less than 4'=10 hours
Seas more than 4'= 8 hours
Heavy weather= 6hours
24':seas less than 4'=8hours
Seas more than 4'= 6 hours
, Heavy weather= no go
8 hours rest required
What are the causes for motion sickness (3) - 1. Mental and physical stress
2. The rolling and pitching of the boat.
3. Tasks that require close attention
Your portion of your middle ear sensing motion when you are not seeing it
Symptoms of motion sickness (7) - 1. Nausea and vomiting
2. Increased salivation
3. Unusual paleness
4. Sweating
5. Drowsiness
6. Overall weakness
7. Stomach discomfort
What are some prevention methods for motion sickness (5) - 1. Stay out of confines spaces
2. Stay above be deck in the fresh air
3. Avoid concentrating on the movement of the boat by looking over the water toward the horizon or
shoreline
4. Avoid smoking
5. Take anti motion sickness medication like Dramamine
When is it best to take anti motion sickness medication - Throughout your whole shift just in case
something comes along last minute
what are the contents of the boat crew survival vest - PLB
Survival knife
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