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Subelement B

F.C.C. Rules & Regulations:

Section 13

Watch and Log Keeping Requirements:

Proper watchkeeping includes the following:

  • Correct Answer
    After silencing an alarm all displays and/or printouts are read, monitoring all required frequencies in the proper mode, notifying the Master of any Distress alerts.
  • Monitoring all required frequencies in the proper mode, setting the DSC scanner to 2 MHz, 4 MHZ and 8 MHz for ships in the vicinity, notifying the Master of any Distress alerts.
  • Notifying the Master of any Distress alerts, setting the DSC scanner to 2 MHz, 4 MHZ and 8 MHz for ships in the vicinity, monitoring all required frequencies in the proper mode.
  • Setting the DSC scanner only to the mandatory 2 MHz & 8 MHz, maintain continuous watch on 2182.0 kHz or 4125.0 kHz, notify the Master of any Distress traffic heard.
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Proper watchkeeping includes the following:

  • Understanding normal operational indicators, setting the DSC scanner frequencies to minimize alarms, maintaining a proper log.
  • Correct Answer
    Maintaining a proper GMDSS radio station log, understanding normal operational indicators, responding to and comprehending alarms.
  • Responding to and comprehending alarms, logging out of Inmarsat-C terminals while at sea, maintaining a proper GMDSS radio station log.
  • Maintaining a proper GMDSS radio station log, setting the DSC scanner frequencies to minimize alarms, logging out of Inmarsat-C terminals while at sea.
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Which is true concerning a required watch on VHF Ch-16?

  • When a vessel is in an A1 sea area and subject to the Bridge-to-Bridge act and in a VTS system, a watch is required on Ch-16 in addition to both Ch-13 and the VTS channel.
  • It is not compulsory at all times while at sea until further notice, unless the vessel is in a VTS system.
  • Correct Answer
    When a vessel is in an A1 sea area and subject to the Bridge-to-Bridge act and in a VTS system, a watch is not required on Ch-16 provided the vessel monitors both Ch-13 and the VTS channel.
  • It is not always compulsory in sea areas A2, A3 and A4.
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Which of the following statements meets requirements for 47 CFR 80 Subpart-W?

  • GMDSS Radio Logs may not be retained aboard compulsory vessels in an electronic file (e.g., word processing) format.
  • GMDSS Radio Logs must be retained aboard compulsory vessels for a period of at least 90 days in their original form.
  • Entries in the GMDSS Radio Log are only required for communications within the vessel's intended Sea Area of operation.
  • Correct Answer
    GMDSS Radio Logs must contain entries of all Distress and Urgency communications affecting your own ship.
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How long must the radio log be retained on board before sending it to the shoreside licensee?

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    At least 30 days after the last entry.
  • At least one year after the last entry.
  • At least two years after the last entry.
  • At least 90 days after the last entry.
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Which statement concerning radio log archival by the station licensee is false?

  • Retain for two years if there are no Distress entries.
  • Correct Answer
    Retain for one year unless there are Distress or Urgency entries.
  • Logs related to an investigation may not be destroyed without specific authorization.
  • Retain for three years if there are Distress entries.
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