Safety Systems & Standards Flashcards
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According to USCG regulations, what is the minimum signal strength (EIRP) required for a Class B AIS transponder?
Answer: 2 watts
Class B AIS transponders are required to transmit with an effective isotropic radiated power (EIRP) of 2 watts.
A vessel's load line marks are established under which international convention?
Answer: LL 66 (Load Lines Convention 1966)
The International Load Line Convention of 1966 (LL 66) establishes the Plimsoll marks indicating maximum safe loading depth.
What does a red sector in a vessel's navigation light arc indicate to an approaching vessel?
Answer: Danger or restricted water on that bearing
A red sector on a navigation light marks a bearing toward danger, shallow water, or an obstruction that approaching vessels must avoid.
Under 33 CFR Part 155, vessels over what length must carry an oil spill response plan?
Answer: Vessels carrying bulk oil in 250+ barrel capacity
33 CFR Part 155 requires vessels that carry oil in bulk with a capacity of 250 or more barrels to have a vessel response plan.
What is the correct procedure when a CO2 suppression system activates in an engine room?
Answer: Evacuate all personnel and ventilate before re-entry
After CO2 discharge, all personnel must evacuate the compartment and ventilation must be completed before safe re-entry due to asphyxiation risk.
What does an EPIRB Category I automatically do when immersed in water?
Answer: Activates and transmits a 406 MHz distress signal without manual intervention
A Category I EPIRB is float-free and automatically activates upon water immersion, transmitting a 406 MHz distress signal to COSPAS-SARSAT satellites.
Which USCG safety equipment check must be performed before getting underway on a documented commercial vessel?
Answer: Complete a pre-departure checklist including safety gear, communication equipment, and engine room inspection
Commercial vessel operators must complete a comprehensive pre-departure checklist covering safety equipment, communications, and machinery spaces before getting underway.