Section-c: f.C.C. Rules & Regulations: Key Topic #17: Reserve Source of Energy:

17C1 Which statement is false regarding the GMDSS requirement for ship sources of energy?

A. The reserve sources of energy need to supply independent MF and HF radio installations at the same time.

B. At all times while the vessel is at sea, a sufficient supply of electrical energy to operate the radio installations and charge any batteries which may be part of the reserve source of energy is required.

C. An uninterruptible power supply or other means of ensuring a continuous supply of electrical power to all GMDSS equipment that could be affected by normal variations and interruptions of ship's power is required.

D. If a vessel’s position is constantly required for the proper performance of a GMDSS station, provisions must be made to ensure position information is uninterrupted if the ship’s source of main or emergency energy fails.

17C2 What is the meaning of “Reserve Source of Energy”?

A. High caloric value items for lifeboat, per SOLAS regulations.

B. Power to operate the radio installation and conduct Distress and Safety communications in the event of failure of the ship's main and emergency sources of electrical power.

C. Diesel fuel stored for the purpose of operating the powered survival craft for a period equal to or exceeding the U.S.C.G. and SOLAS requirements.

D. The diesel fueled emergency generator that supplies AC to the vessel’s Emergency power bus.

17C3 Which term describes the source of energy required to supply the GMDSS console with power if the ship’s source of main or emergency energy fails?

A. Emergency power

B. Ship's emergency diesel generator

C. Reserve Source of Energy

D. Ship's standby generator

17C4 What characteristics describe the GMDSS Reserve Source of Energy (RSE)?

A. Supplies independent HF and MF installations at the same time.

B. Cannot be independent of the propelling power of the ship.

C. Must be incorporated into the ship's electrical system.

D. Must be independent of the ship's electrical system when the RSE is needed to supply power to the GMDSS equipment.

17C5 What is the requirement for emergency and reserve power in GMDSS radio installations?

A. Compulsory ships must have emergency and reserve power sources for radio communications.

B. An emergency power source for radio communications is not required if a vessel has proper reserve power (batteries).

C. A reserve power source is not required for radio communications.

D. Only one of the above is required if a vessel is equipped with a second 406 EPIRB as a backup means of sending a Distress alert.

17C6 Which of the following terms is defined as a back-up power source that provides power to radio installations for the purpose of conducting Distress and Safety communications when the vessel's main and emergency generators cannot?

A. Emergency Diesel Generator (EDG)

B. Reserve Source of Energy (RSE)

C. Reserve Source of Diesel Power (RSDP)

D. Emergency Back-up Generator (EBG)

Answers: 17C1 - A 17C2 - B 17C3 - C 17C4 - D 17C5 - A 17C6 - B

Section-C: F.C.C. Rules & Regulations: Key Topic #18: Equipment Testing:

18C1 Under GMDSS, a compulsory VHF-DSC radiotelephone installation must be tested at what minimum intervals at sea?

A. Annually, by a representative of the FCC.

B. At the annual SOLAS inspection.

C. Monthly

D. Daily

18C2 Which statement concerning the testing of a compulsory radiotelephone station is false?

A. Calling the USCG on VHF CH-16 or 2182.0 kHz is the most effective method.

B. Tests may be accomplished by using the equipment for normal business.

C. A daily test is necessary unless the equipment was used for routine traffic.

D. The test may not interfere with communications in progress and must wait or be suspended if a request to do so is made.

18C3 While underway, how frequently is the DSC controller required to be tested?

A. Once a week

B. Once a day

C. Twice a week

D. Once a month

18C4 At sea, all required equipment (other than Survival Craft Equipment) must be proven operational by:

A. Testing at least every 48 hours.

B. Weekly testing of all S.C.E. and other compulsory equipment.

C. Daily testing or daily successful use of the equipment.

D. Daily testing of the S.C.E. and weekly tests of the other equipment.

18C5 The best way to test the MF-HF SITOR (NBDP) system is:

A. Make a radiotelephone call to a coast station.

B. Initiate an ARQ call to demonstrate that the transmitter and antenna are working.

C. Initiate an ARQ call to a Coast Station and wait for the automatic exchange of answerbacks.

D. Initiate an FEC call to demonstrate that the transmitter and antenna are working.

18C6 The best way to test the Inmarsat-C terminal is:

A. Send a message to a shore terminal and wait for confirmation.

B. Send a message to another ship terminal.

C. If the “Send” light flashes, proper operation has been confirmed.

D. Compose and send a brief message to your own Inmarsat-C terminal.

Answers: 18C1 - D 18C2 - A 18C3 - B 18C4 - C 18C5 - C 18C6 - D

Section-C: F.C.C. Rules & Regulations: Key Topic #19: Watchkeeping:

19C1 A vessel certified for service in Sea Area A3 is required to maintain a watch on:

A. VHF Channel 70, MF Frequency 2182.0 kHz, HF on 8414.5 kHz and one other HF DSC frequency.

B. MF Frequency 2187.5 kHz, HF on 8414.5 kHz and one other HF DSC frequency, HF on 4125.0 kHz.

C. VHF Channel 70, MF Frequency 2187.5 kHz, HF on 8414.5 kHz and one other HF DSC frequency.

D. VHF Channel 16, VHF Channel 70, MF Frequency 2187.5 kHz, HF on 8414.5 MHz and HF 4177.5 MHz.

19C2 A vessel certified for service in Sea Area A-2 is required to maintain watch on:

A. 2174.5 kHz

B. 2182.0 kHz

C. 2738.0 kHz

D. 2187.5 kHz

19C3 What are the mandatory DSC watchkeeping bands/channels?

A. 8 MHz HF DSC, 1 other HF DSC, 2 MHz MF DSC and VHF Ch-70.

B. 2 MHz MF DSC, 8 MHz DSC, VHF Ch-16 and 1 other HF DSC.

C. VHF Ch-70, 2 MHz MF DSC, 6 MHz DSC and 1 other HF DSC.

D. VHF Ch-70, 2 MHZ MF DSC, 4 MHZ DSC and 8 MHz DSC.

19C4 Proper watchkeeping includes the following:

A. Monitoring all required frequencies in the proper mode, setting the DSC scanner to 2 MHz, 4 MHZ and 8 MHz for ships in the vicinity, notifying the Master of any Distress alerts.

B. After silencing an alarm all displays and/or printouts are read, monitoring all required frequencies in the proper mode, notifying the Master of any Distress alerts.

C. Notifying the Master of any Distress alerts, setting the DSC scanner to 2 MHz, 4 MHZ and 8 MHz for ships in the vicinity, monitoring all required frequencies in the proper mode.

D. Setting the DSC scanner only to the mandatory 2 MHz & 8 MHz, maintain continuous watch on 2182.0 kHz or 4125.0 kHz, notify the Master of any Distress traffic heard.

19C5 Proper watchkeeping includes the following:

A. Understanding normal operational indicators, setting the DSC scanner frequencies to minimize alarms, maintaining a proper log.

B. Maintaining a proper GMDSS radio station log, understanding normal operational indicators, responding to and comprehending alarms.

C. Responding to and comprehending alarms, logging out of Inmarsat-C terminals while at sea, maintaining a proper GMDSS radio station log.

D. Maintaining a proper GMDSS radio station log, setting the DSC scanner frequencies to minimize alarms, logging out of Inmarsat-C terminals while at sea.

19C6 Which is true concerning a required watch on VHF Ch-16?

A. When a vessel is in an A1 sea area and subject to the Bridge-to-Bridge act and in a VTS system, a watch is required on Ch-16 in addition to both Ch-13 and the VTS channel.

B. It is not compulsory at all times while at sea until further notice, unless the vessel is in a VTS system.

C. When a vessel is in an A1 sea area and subject to the Bridge-to-Bridge act and in a VTS system, a watch is not required on Ch-16 provided the vessel monitors both Ch-13 and the VTS channel.

D. It is not always compulsory in sea areas A2, A3 and A4.

Answers: 19C1 - C 19C2 - D 19C3 - A 19C4 - B 19C5 - B 19C6 - C

Section-C: F.C.C. Rules & Regulations: Key Topic #20: Logkeeping:

20C1 Which of the following statements meets requirements for 47 CFR 80 Subpart-W?

A. GMDSS Radio Logs may not be retained aboard compulsory vessels in an electronic file (e.g., word processing) format.

B. GMDSS Radio Logs must contain entries of all Distress and Urgency communications affecting your own ship. C. GMDSS Radio Logs must be retained aboard compulsory vessels for a period of at least 90 days in their original form. D. Entries in the GMDSS Radio Log are only required for communications within the vessel's intended Sea Area of operation.

20C2 Which of the following statements is false?

A. Key letters or abbreviations may be used in GMDSS Radio Logbooks if their meaning is explained.

B. Urgency communications may need to be entered in the GMDSS radio log.

C. Distress communications heard do not require entries if the vessel did not participate in SAR activity.

D. Log entries of VHF Safety broadcasts are not required.

20C3 Where should the GMDSS radio log be kept on board ship?

A. Captain's office

B. Sea cabin

C. Anywhere on board the vessel.

D. At the GMDSS operating position.

20C4 How long must the radio log be retained on board before sending it to the shoreside licensee?

A. At least 30 days after the last entry.

B. At least one year after the last entry.

C. At least two years after the last entry.

D. At least 90 days after the last entry.

20C5 Which statement concerning radio log archival by the station licensee is false?

A. Retain for two years if there are no Distress entries.

B. Logs related to an investigation may not be destroyed without specific authorization.

C. Retain for three years if there are Distress entries.

D. Retain for one year unless there are Distress or Urgency entries.

20C6 Which of the following logkeeping statements is false?

A. Entries of all company communications using GMDSS satellite equipment are required.

B. Entries relating to pre-voyage, pre-departure and daily tests are required.

C. A summary of all Distress communications heard and Urgency communications affecting the station’s own ship. Also, all Safety communications (other than VHF) affecting the station’s own ship must be logged.

D. Entries related to failures of compulsory equipment are required.

Answers: 20C1 - B 20C2 - C 20C3 - D 20C4 - A 20C5 - D 20C6 - A