In the submerged boat procedure, what is the second action to take?

In the submerged boat procedure, what is the second action to take?

• A. Assess situation, account for all rowers
• B. Call 911/emergency numbers
• C. Connect anchor to keep boat from moving
• D. Distribute PFD's and Remove rowers safely

Answer: (B)

In a submerged boat scenario, the priority is to bring in trained help as quickly as possible after quickly surveying the scene and accounting for all rowers. Calling emergency services ensures that professional rescuers, medical personnel, and the right equipment are on the way, which is essential when lives may be at risk and time matters. Once help is en route, you can focus on stabilizing the scene and assisting within your training, but trying to secure the boat with an anchor or distributing PFDs and removing rowers safely are actions that should follow the mobilization of responders and scene stabilization.

In a submerged boat scenario, the priority is to bring in trained help as quickly as possible after quickly surveying the scene and accounting for all rowers. Calling emergency services ensures that professional rescuers, medical personnel, and the right equipment are on the way, which is essential when lives may be at risk and time matters. Once help is en route, you can focus on stabilizing the scene and assisting within your training, but trying to secure the boat with an anchor or distributing PFDs and removing rowers safely are actions that should follow the mobilization of responders and scene stabilization.