Question 4 Deck Safety
70% to passWhat is the spoken emergency signal for a distress signal over a VHF radio?
A
Red Alert
B
Mayday
C
Security
D
Pan
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) Mayday. The international distress signal "Mayday" is the spoken emergency signal that should be used over a VHF radio when there is a life-threatening emergency or imminent danger to a vessel or person at sea. This is the standard emergency procedure specified in maritime regulations and protocols. The other options are incorrect - "Red Alert" is not a recognized distress signal, "Security" is used for urgent messages but not for true emergencies, and "Pan" is the signal for a less severe urgency condition, not a full distress situation.
Related Questions
Q2538:You have approximately 15 tons of fish on deck. What will be the shift in the ce...
Q1443:You are testing the external flotation bladder of an immersion suit and find it ...
Q1290:The pivot pin at the base of a sheath-screw boom davit must be _______________.
Q2677:You are on a supply run to an offshore drilling rig. You are carrying the load s...
Q1983:What welding pattern is NOT used to permanently attach a stiffener to a plate? ...
Ready to test your knowledge?
Take a Deck Safety Practice ExamOfficial Resources
Pass Your Coast Guard Licensing Exams!
Study offline, track your progress, and simulate real exams with the Coast Guard Exams app