Someone falls off a RIB at 20 knots. What is the correct immediate procedure?

A. Stop the engine immediately by removing the kill cord, then use paddles to return

B. Maintain speed and complete a figure-8 manoeuvre before returning

C. Turn sharply at full speed to return as quickly as possible — speed saves lives in MOB

D. REDUCE THROTTLE immediately; execute a quick turn back toward the casualty (carving turn at reduced speed); throw the kill cord — engine stops; approach slowly from downwind with engine in neutral for the final approach; maintain eye contact with casualty; recover over the stern or lowest point of the inflatable tube

A. The kill cord is only required when travelling above 15 knots

B. If the driver is thrown from the helm, the cord pulls the kill switch stopping the engine — preventing the vessel continuing at speed unmanned (a "circle of death" where an uncontrolled powerboat circles at full throttle striking the crew in the water)

C. The kill cord prevents fuel surging at high speed

D. Kill cords are advisory only — they are not required by law for leisure powerboats

A. Check fuel and kill cord only — all other checks are annual service items

B. Fuel (level, no leaks, correct mix if 2-stroke); oil (4-stroke: check dipstick); engine mounting bolts tight; kill cord condition and function; propeller (no damage, cotter pin present); safety equipment (lifejackets, flares, VHF, bailer, paddle); kill cord attached before starting

C. Run the engine in the water for 10 minutes before departure — no pre-launch checks needed

D. Only check fuel level — outboard engines are self-maintaining