Maritime QuestionsSafety & Emergency

A guest on board reports symptoms consistent with a serious allergic reaction shortly after a meal, and there is no doctor on board. What should the Master's response include?

A. Telemedicine services cannot be used for guests, only crew
B. Initiate the medical emergency response (administer first aid/any prescribed treatment such as an EpiPen if available and trained to do so, use telemedicine/Radio Medical Advice services for guidance), assess whether to divert to the nearest port with medical facilities or request medical evacuation, and keep clear records of symptoms, timings and actions taken
C. Only act if the guest specifically requests medical help
D. Wait to see if symptoms resolve on their own before doing anything
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You're asked to test a deck crane grab after electrical repairs nearby. As the grab is hoisted, what should have happened first?
A. Nothing — a test lift can proceed immediately after repairs
B. Testing should wait until cargo operations begin
C. The area within the grab's swing radius should be cleared of personnel before the lift
D. Only the crane operator needs to be aware the lift is happening
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A toolbox talk held before a lifting operation should explicitly cover which of the following?
A. Who must remain clear of the exclusion zone while the lift takes place
B. The lunch schedule for the deck team
C. Only the weather forecast for the next watch
D. The cargo manifest for the next port
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