Safety & Environmental Protection (Deck) USCG Question #1384 (Set 42)

Which statement about immersion suits is TRUE?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — The suit must, without assistance, turn an unconscious person's mouth clear of the water within 5 seconds.

In compliance with international LSA Code and USCG regulations, approved immersion suits must possess self-righting properties capable of rotating an unconscious person from a face-down position to a safe breathing posture within 5 seconds.

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