The helmsman is steering using follow-up...

The helmsman is steering using follow-up...

Question 1 of 31048fy_heal_CREATE_q103_2027

The helmsman is steering using follow-up mode when the helm stops responding. Identify the most appropriate immediate action.

Question 1 of 31048

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The helmsman is steering using follow-up mode when the helm stops responding. Identify the most appropriate immediate action.

🔍 Key Concepts

• Follow-up vs non-follow-up steering modes on an autopilot/steering gear system • Immediate actions to retain manual control of the rudder when an automatic mode fails • Difference between navigational status signals (e.g., NUC) and internal control failures

💭 Think About

• When the helm stops responding in follow-up mode, what alternative method of steering control is usually available on most steering systems? • In the first few seconds after loss of helm response, what is more important: changing the vessel’s legal navigation status, or regaining direct control of the rudder? • Which options affect the actual ability to turn the ship right now, and which are only records, indications, or later follow‑up actions?

✅ Before You Answer

• Identify which choice directly restores steering control of the rudder as fast as possible • Eliminate any option that does not change how the rudder is being controlled in the next few seconds • Consider that displaying "not under command" is appropriate only when the vessel truly cannot maneuver as required by the Rules, not just when one control mode fails but another is still available