Boat Crew Fatigue

Question 1

What conditions cause fatigue

Answer 1

01) operating in extreme hot or cold weather
02) eye strain from looking through sea spray windshields
03) holding on and maintaining balance
04) stress
05) exposure to noise
06) exposure to the sun
07) poor physical conditioning
08) lack of sleep
09) boredom

Question 2

What is crew responsibility for fatigue

Answer 2

01) Coxwains responsibility to recognize fatigue and take corrective action
02) crewmembers must also watch each other for their conditions
03) observe that crewmembers can maintain conversations

Question 3

Symptoms of fatigue

Answer 3

01) inability to focus or concentrate
02) mental confusion or judgment errors
03) decreased coordination of motor skills and sensory ability (hearing,seeing)
04) increased irritability
05) decreased preformance
06) decreased concern for safety

Question 4

Fatigue prevention

Answer 4

01) adequate rest
02) appropriate dress for weather
03) rotating crew duties
04) providing food and water
05) observing crewmember for signs of fatigue