Which item is not part of the basic MOB response sequence?

• A. Shout
• B. Throw a flotation aid
• C. Keep sight of the person
• D. Do a routine maintenance check on the engine

Answer: (D)

In a man-overboard situation, the priority is quick actions that help secure the person and bring them back aboard. Shouting to alert others is the first step to ensure help is available. Throwing a flotation aid gives the person buoyancy right away, reducing the risk of drowning. Keeping sight of the person is crucial so you can guide the recovery and avoid losing contact. A routine maintenance check on the engine, while important for overall safety, isn’t part of the immediate rescue actions and isn’t something you do during the MOB sequence. It belongs to general maintenance or post-incident checks, not to the rescue steps themselves.