Seconds count, if someone goes overboard

Coast Guard members practice Man Overboard training May 12, 2020, at Coast Guard Station Charleston, S.C. A successful MOB rescue is a result of well-trained members who understanding their roles, responsibilities and work as a team. Coast Guard members wear masks as an added layer of protection against COVID-19. (Photo by James Bowman)

Fireman Catherine Kimball, line handler, waits for commands to release the line prior to Man Overboard training May 12, 2020, at Coast Guard Station Charleston, S.C. A line handler is responsible for understanding terminology, phrases, and standard communication on boat safely and docking situations. Kimball wears a mask as an added layer of protection against COVID-19. (Photo by James Bowman) (Photo by James Bowman)

Boatswains Mate 3rd class Max Alderman provides a risk assessment brief to crew members prior to Man Overboard training May 12, 2020, at Coast Guard Station Charleston, S.C. The briefing consists of boat safety procedures, identifying and mitigating hazards. Coast Guard members wear masks during training as an added layer of protection against COVID-19. (Photo by James Bowman)

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. — Coast Guard members practice Man Overboard training May 12, 2020, at Coast Guard Station Charleston, S.C. A successful MOB rescue is a result of well-trained members who understanding their roles, responsibilities and work as a team. Coast Guard members wear masks as an added layer of protection against COVID-19.