🔍 Key Concepts

• Regulatory oversight of boiler safety devices on inspected vessels • Who has legal authority to approve or witness safety‑critical settings • Difference between shipboard officers’ responsibilities and government inspection responsibilities

💭 Think About

• Which person listed would provide an independent, regulatory verification rather than being part of the ship’s own chain of command? • For a safety valve that protects against over‑pressure, would the law usually rely on internal ship staff or an external authority to confirm it’s set correctly? • Think about other situations where equipment settings must be certified — who typically signs off on those?

✅ Before You Answer

• Identify which option represents a regulatory authority, not just ship’s crew • Consider who would be responsible for ensuring compliance with federal regulations on inspected vessels • Ask: whose satisfaction/approval would carry legal weight with the Coast Guard or flag state?