Safety & Environmental Protection (Deck) USCG Question #1397 (Set 43)

Which statement about immersion suits is TRUE?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

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

Per SOLAS Chapter III and 46 CFR standards, approved immersion suits must automatically rotate an unconscious wearer to a face-up position and clear the mouth above the water surface within five seconds.

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