Question 204Safety & Environmental - Assistant Engineer
70% to passWhich of the following conditions represents the appropriate time for setting off distress flares and rockets?
AImmediately upon abandoning the vessel.
BAt half-hour intervals.
CAt one hour intervals.
DOnly when there is a chance of them being seen by rescue vessels.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) Only when there is a chance of them being seen by rescue vessels. The reasoning for this is that distress flares and rockets should only be used when there is a reasonable chance that they will be seen by potential rescue vessels. Activating them when rescue is unlikely, such as immediately upon abandoning the vessel or at set time intervals, would waste the limited number of flares/rockets available and could potentially reduce the chances of being spotted when they are truly needed. The regulations state that distress signals should only be used when the mariner is in genuine distress and in need of immediate assistance.
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