Question 64 Deck Safety

The correct answer is B) once rescued, or the batteries are exhausted. The rationale is that an EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon) should only be activated in a true distress situation and should remain active until the rescuers arrive or the EPIRB's batteries are depleted. Turning it off prematurely, such as after three minutes (option A) or for short periods (option C), could result in losing the distress signal and delaying rescue. Option D is incorrect because the EPIRB should remain active even after the rescue craft is in sight, to ensure the rescuers can locate the individual(s) in distress.