🔍 Key Concepts

• Marine casualty reporting requirements under 46 CFR and 33 CFR • What types of damage or incidents must be reported to authorities • Who is considered the competent authority for marine casualty reports in U.S. waters

💭 Think About

• Ask yourself: Is this just a private insurance or ownership matter, or does federal law require an official report? • Think about which option represents a regulatory authority responsible for vessel safety and casualty investigations. • Consider whether the dollar amount of damage mentioned in the question is a clue that triggers a mandatory report.

✅ Before You Answer

• Verify who receives official marine casualty reports for U.S.-flag vessels in U.S. waters. • Check whether equipment failures and damage over a certain dollar threshold are reportable incidents. • Confirm that the correct choice is a government safety / regulatory body, not a private party.