USCG Boat Crew Exam Study Guide | Questions And Answers Latest {2024- 2025} A+
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Situations that may cause crew fatigue include: - Operating in extreme hot or cold weather conditions
Eye strain from hours of looking through sea-spray burred windshields
The effort of holding on and maintaining balance
Stress
Exposure to noise
Exposure to the sun
Poor physical conditioning
Lack of sleep
Boredom
Who has the primary responsibility for safety and welfare? - Coxswain
But crewmembers must watch each other's condition to prevent excessive fatigue from taking its toll.
The primary symptoms of fatigue are? - Inability to focus or concentrate/narrowed attention span
mental confusion or judgment error
, Decreased coordination of motor skills and sensory ability (hearing, seeing)
Increased irritability
Decreased performance
Decreased concern for safety
What are ways to prevent fatigue? - Get adequate rest
Dress appropriately for the weather conditions
Rotate crew duties
Provide food and refreshment suitable for conditions
Observe each other for signs of fatigue
What are examples that can cause fatigue? - Environmental conditions
Motion Sickness
Glare from the sun
Wind and rough seas
Rain or Snow
Vibration
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