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The Mintra Test Online about SOLAS Safety Radio covers the principles of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS), including distress communications, radio equipment requirements, emergency power systems, and SOLAS regulations. It also tests knowledge of VHF radio operation, sea areas, search and rescue communications, and the proper use of maritime distress signals.
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On most vessels, the emergency power or generator will need to be manually turned on if there is a loss of main power, in order for safety critical systems on board to be maintained.
True.
False.
What is the purpose of the GMDSS sea areas?
To define what radio equipment GMDSS ships must carry.
To describe areas where GMDSS services are available.
To describe areas where GMDSS is banned.
Which of the following actions would cost a crew member a large penalty?
Sending SOS by Morse code, by light flashes or by sounds.
Sending SOS by Morse code, by light flashes or by sounds when there is no emergency.
Firing a gun or other explosive signal every minute.
As per SOLAS, every GMDSS should provide ships, whilst at sea, with the capability of which of the following actions?
Transmitting and receiving search and rescue co-ordinating communications.
Transmitting and receiving on-scene communications when another vessel is in distress.
Crew must be able to call home from the accommodation.
Receiving shore-to-ship distress alerts.
How can the range of the VHF radio be increased?
By increasing the height of the antenna.
By turning the squelch control on the device.
By decreasing the height of the antenna.
What is the most COMMON high-frequency communication?
Sky wave.
Ground wave.
Radio wave.
Using the Greek alphabet, allows each letter to be heard with a totally unique sound and is easier to decipher.
True.
False.
Match the following letter up to the correct message. Navigational Warnings:
A.
B.
C.
D.
Match the following letter up to the correct message. Weather warnings:
A.
B.
C.
D.
Match the following letter up to the correct message. Search and rescue of piracy and armed robbery:
A.
B.
C.
D.
The GMDSS uses Morse code to communicate.
True.
False.
Which of the following outcomes are covered in the General Operator's Certificate (GOC) training?
Lifeboat rescue and retrieval training.
Knowledge of the search and rescue procedures including procedures in International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR).
Transmit and receive information using GMDSS and equipment and fulfil the functional requirements of GMDSS.
The ability to carry out radio services in emergencies such as - abandon ship, fire on board, breakdown of radio installations.
Which of the following equipment should be carried in Sea Area A1?
Three approved portable survival craft VHF radios for vessels over fifty gross tonnes.
Two SARTs, or one if the vessel is under 500 gross tonnes.
One NAVTEX receiver.
Three NAVTEX receivers.
What is a call sign?
A unique identification code that is given to vessels with radio licences to make communication easier.
The name of a vessel.
A unique identification code that marks a vessel as a pirate ship.
As per ____, all vessels are permitted to carry portable ____ transceivers that operate on VHF channel ____ and at least one other channel (VHF channel 6 is recommended). The radios are kept on charge at the navigational bridge.
... SOLAS ... survival craft VHF radio ... 16.
... IMO ... Inmarsat C (Sat C) ... 10.
... COSPAS-SARSAT ... Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) ... 20.
Which of the following are key components of the GMDSS?
Short Range Radio (VHF).
Long Range Radio (MF/HF).
Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB).
Search and Rescue Transponder (SART).
COSPAS-SARSAT.
____ is an emergency word used internationally as a distress signal on radio voice communications. It is the ____ important call that can be made. It signals that there is ____, and that immediate assistance is required.
... Mayday ... most ... an imminent threat to life or to the vessel.
... Securite ... least ... a threat from piracy.
... Pan-pan ... most ... a threat of the ship sinking.
Which of the following statements are true?
... Over longer distances lower frequency radio waves, below three MHz, travel efficiently as ground waves.
Radio waves above the thirty MHz frequency travel as direct waves or line of sight, between the transmitter and receiver.
Radio waves are transmitted easily through the air but are very dangerous to the human body.
Ground waves are not affected by changes in atmospheric conditions, which is a disadvantage.
Match up the test functions to the correct device. This device can be tested using the test button on the device without sending a distress signal:
EPIRB.
SART.
NAVTEX.
SAT C.
Match up the test functions to the correct device. This device is tested on board by using the self-test mechanism briefly and looking at the X-band or three cm radar display to see if concentric circles are displayed:
EPIRB.
SART.
NAVTEX.
SAT C.
Match up the test functions to the correct device. This unit an internal test function that can test the battery and general functions. The result of the test can be printed:
EPIRB.
SART.
NAVTEX.
SAT C.
Match up the test functions to the correct device. This device has an internal diagnistic test to ensure functionality. It is possible to do a performance verification (PV) test, from a local earth station:
EPIRB.
SART.
NAVTEX.
SAT C.
What are the three common words used to indicate distress via radio communication?
Pan-pan.
Securite.
Mayday.
Help.
What is channel 16 used for?
Channel 16 is used to signal distress.
Channel 16 is used to signal navigational warnings.
Channel 16 is used for ship-to-ship, or ship-to-aircraft coordinating search and rescue operations.
The function of all the VHF and MF/HF DSC facilities should be tested daily.
True.
False.
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