WMSL In-Port Engineer Officer of the Watch (EOW) 2025 – 400 Free Practice Questions to Pass the Exam

The appropriate action when the STBY (standby) Generator does not start is to inspect the generator connections. This step is crucial because loose, corroded, or damaged connections can prevent the generator from receiving the necessary electrical signals or power from the battery, rendering it inoperable. By examining the connections, you might identify any issues that can be fixed to restore functionality.

While checking fuel levels is important for a generator's operation, it is not the first step if the generator fails to start, as the problem might lie with electrical connections rather than fuel availability. Resetting the circuit breaker might also be an option after checking the connections, but it is more about addressing the symptoms rather than the root cause, and it should be done only after confirming that connections are secure. Calling the power company would be appropriate only if there are broader electrical issues affecting more than just the standby generator. Therefore, inspecting connections is the most direct approach to troubleshoot and resolve the starting issue with the standby generator.