You have found a person laying prone and not breathing. An electric wire is touching the victim. Which of the actions listed is the FIRST thing you should do?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — Shut off power or remove the wire from the victim.
Under MARPOL, SOLAS, and USCG Marine Engineering Safety regulations, regarding 'You have found a person laying prone and not breathing. An electric wire is touching the victim. Which of the actions listed is the FIRST thing you should do', the mandated standard is: 'Shut off the power or remove the wire from the person.'.
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