Question 67 Deck Safety

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As a vessel officer part of your duties is to inspect the lifesaving equipment. What should be done to facilitate a test of the vessel's EPIRB?

A follow the manufacturer's self-test instructions
B schedule the local Federal Communications Commission Representative to witness the test
C schedule the nearest Coast Guard Marine Safety Office to witness the test
D activate the EPIRB and verify that the USCG is responding to the alarm
AI Explanation

The correct answer is A) follow the manufacturer's self-test instructions. The reasoning behind this is that the EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon) should be tested according to the manufacturer's recommendations, which typically involve a self-test procedure. This ensures the EPIRB is functioning properly without the need to activate the distress signal, which would unnecessarily alert the Coast Guard. The other options, such as scheduling a witness from the FCC or Coast Guard, are not necessary for routine testing of the EPIRB. Activating the EPIRB and verifying the Coast Guard response (option D) should only be done in an actual emergency situation, not for testing purposes.

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