Your vessel has run aground in waters where...

Your vessel has run aground in waters where...

Question 1 of 2707066636eec28f7522a1c51d170

Your vessel has run aground in waters where the tide is falling. Which of the following is the best action you can take?

Question 1 of 27070

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Your vessel has run aground in waters where the tide is falling. Which of the following is the best action you can take?

🔍 Key Concepts

• Falling vs. rising tide and how it affects a grounded vessel • Risks of using high engine power when aground (propeller, shaft, and hull damage) • Using anchors and weight distribution to control the vessel’s position and aid refloating

💭 Think About

• What happens to the water depth and bottom pressure on the hull as the tide continues to fall? How will that change your options later? • Which choice reduces the risk of further damage while still improving your chances of refloating? • How does the vessel’s trim (weight forward vs. aft) affect which part of the hull is pressing hardest on the bottom?

✅ Before You Answer

• Identify which option avoids prolonged full-power astern while aground • Check which action gives you positive control over the vessel’s position as the tide falls • Consider which option prepares you best for the next rise of tide if you cannot get off immediately