OIC Reviewer

UPDATED REVIEWER
11 1. What is mean by term radio silence?

a) Stations not directly involved with the on-going Distress communications may not transmit on the
Distress frequency or channel.
b) Stations remaining off the air to safeguard proprietary information.
c) Two three-minute silent periods, at 15 and 45 minutes after the hour that provide a transmitting
"window" for distressed vessels to transmit Distress alerts using J3E.
d) Communications on a Distress frequency or channel is banned for 24 hours following the
cessation of the Distress traffic
2. How should the signal from a Search and Rescue Radar Transponder appear on a radar display?
a) A series of dashes.
b) A series of spirals all originating from the range and bearing of the SART.
c) A series of 12 equally spaced dots.
d) A series of twenty dashes.
3. An RCC or RSC may pass information to OSC or CSS in a standard format called?
a) SITREP b) AUSREP c) JASREP d) MAREP
4. Which of the following frequencies have NOT been designated for “On-scene” communications in the
Global Maritime Distress and Safety System?
a) VHF Ch-16.
b) MF radiotelephony on 2182 kHz.

c) NBDP on 2182.0 kHz.
d) None of these.
5. Which of the following steps should be taken, if possible, when the vessel must be abandoned because of a
distress situation?
a) Alert the U.S. Coast Guard by using the survival craft's portable INMARSAT unit.
b) Program the SART and EPIRB to transmit the vessel's location and situation.
c) Place the SART and EPIRB in the "on" position and secure them to the survival craft.
d) No additional steps are needed as the SART and EPIRB will both automatically float free and operate
properly.
6. What causes the SART to begin a transmission?
a) When activated manually, it begins radiating immediately.
b) It is either manually or water activated before radiating.
c) After being activated either manually or automatically the SART responds to radar interrogation.
d) It begins radiating only when keyed by the operator.
7. Which equipment on the bridge is used for locating a SART?
a) 3cm (9GHz radar)
b) 10cm (3GHz radar)
c) Radio direction finder
d) Radar direction finder
8. The frequency band used as downlink frequency from the satellite to SES is the:
a) 1.5 Ghz band
b) 1.6 Ghz band
c) 6 Ghz band
d) 4 Ghz band
9. The frequency band used as uplink frequency from SES to the satellite is the:
a) 9 Ghz band
b) 1.5 Ghz band
c) 1.6 Ghz band
d) 4 Ghz band
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1. What action should you take after sending a false distress alert on MF?
a) Make a voice announcement to cancel the alert on 2187.5 kHz.
b) Make a voice announcement to cancel the alert on 2174.5 kHz.
c) Make a voice announcement to cancel the alert on 2182.0 kHz.
d) Send another DSC alert and follow on with voice on 2182.0 kHz.
2. When a false distress alert is detected during transmission on MFDSC YOU should?
a) Switch off transmitter immediately switch equipment on set equipment to channel 1.6 and make
broadcast to ALL. STATION cancelling the false alert.
b) Switch off transmitter immediately switch equipment on, set equipment to 2182 khs and make
broadcast to all station cancelling the false alert
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c) Switch off transmitter immediately switch equipment on, tune equipment to all HF RT distress frequency
and make broadcast to all station cancelling the false alert .
d) Switch off transmitter immediately switch equipment on prepare cancellation message on Inmarsat
terminal and prepare cancellation message on Inmarsat terminal and transmit message to nearest CES
3. What action should you take after sending a false distress alert on 12577.0 kHz?
a) No action is necessary.
b) Make an "ALL SHIPS" call on all 5 H.F. telex frequencies canceling the alert.
c) Make an "ALL SHIPS" call on the associated 12 MHz J3E frequency canceling the alert.
d) Send a message to the nearest RCC via Inmarsat canceling the alert.
4. What action should you take after sending a false distress alert on Inmarsat-C?
a) Press the "Distress Hot Keys” then press the "cancel" key.
b) Select "Transmit" menu and send a cancel message via the CES used for the distress alert.
c) Both of the above.
d) None of the above.
5. IMO resolution A814919) embodies guidelines for avoiding?
a) Avoiding interference
b) False distress alert
c) Avoiding usage of vhf when communicating with another station during navigation
d) Avoiding unnecessary search and rescue operations
6. Which of the following statements concerning testing and maintenance of SARTs is true?
a) An at-sea GMDSS maintainer is not able to test a SART as it is hermetically sealed.
b) Testing a SART should be performed only in controlled environment as a test signal may be
misinterpreted as a genuine distress situation.
c) A SART's battery must be replaced within ninety (90) days after the expiration date imprinted on the unit.
d) All of the above.
7. When attempting to contact other vessels on Channel 16:
a) Limit calling to 30 seconds.
b) If no answer is received, wait 2 minutes before calling vessel again.
c) Channel 16 is used for emergency calls only.
d) Limit calling to 30 seconds and if no answer is received, wait 2 minutes before calling vessel again.
8. Which of the following channels and modes should be used when initiating a distress alert transmission?
a) Ch-6 DSC.
b) Ch-6 Radiotelephony.
c) Ch-13 Radiotelephony and Ch-16 DSC.
d) Ch-70 DSC.
9. The best way to test the Inmarsat-C terminal is?
a) Send a message to a shore terminal and wait for confirmation
b) Send message to another ship terminal
c) Compose and send a brief message to your own Inmarsat-C terminal
d) If the send lights flashes proper operation has been confirmed
10. Testing of two-tone radiotelephone alarm signal should be made .
a) 2182 Khz into an artificial antenna
b) On 2182 Khz and must be heard clearly under normal conditions at a range of 150 nautical miles.
c) On any frequency other than 2182 Khz into an artificial antenna
d) This should never be used expect under emergency condition
11. A DSC Distress Alert is received. What action should be taken?
a) Silence the alarm
b) Review the incoming message information.
c) Acknowledge by DSC
d) Both a) and b)
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1. The Y line in AMVER is
a. Used to request relay of the AMVER report to certain other ship reporting system
b. used for any English language amplifying commends or remarks the vessel may wish to send
AMVER regarding its current voyage
2. Which characters are sent by the ship station by when opening HF Telex, to indicate a desire to send message
to AMVER?
a) OPR+
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b) AMV+
c) HELP+
d) MSG+
3. The X line in AMVER report?
a) Used for any English language amplifying commends or remarks the vessel may wish to send
AMVER regarding its current voyage
b) Used to request relay of the AMVER report to certain other ship reporting system
4. How should port of departure eg. Liverpool, UK (53-25N, 003-00W) be written when preparing an
AMVER report?
a) G/LIVERPOOL, UK/5325N/00300W//
b) J/LIVERPOOL, UK/53-25N/003-00W//
5. AUSREP is an acronym for:
Answer: Australian Ship Reporting System
6. How should longitude 116 deg. 24.3W be written when preparing an AMVER report?
a) 116°24.3W
b) 11624W
c) 116.4W
d) 1 1
7. When rendering position reports in the INMARSAT system, the two digit- code to use is:
a) 43
b) 42
c) 41
d) 5 1
8. What is the Automated Mutual-Assistance Vessel Rescue System?
a) A voluntary organization of mariners who maintain radio watch on 500khz 2182khz and
156.800mhz
b) An international system operated by the US Coast guard providing coordination of search and rescue
efforts.
c) A COORDINATED RADIO DIRECTION FINDING EFFORT BETWEEN THE Vederal
Communications Commission and US Coast guard to assist ships in distress.
d) A satellite based distress and safety alerting program operated by the U.S Guard
9. How should date and time for 1200 (GMT) on the 20th be written when preparing JASREP report?
Answer : 201200Z
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1. Concept of EMS(Emergency Medical Services) in emergency situation:
a) Coordinated radio medical communication between the ship and appropriate medical authorities ashore
b) Sending urgency message to the coast station
c) Sending safety message to alert all ships
d) Sending distress call to the RCC
2. In Inmarsat operation what is the two- digit code which corresponds to medical advice :
a) 41
b) 42
c) 38
d) 32
3. Radio medical advice is available as :
a) Free of charge to ships of all nationalities
b) C h a r g e a b l e per word
c) Minimum of 10 words as chargeable
d) A l l of the above
4. Which of the following maintenance functions is not the responsibility of the GMDSS Radio Operator?
a) Visual inspection of equipment, including the antenna and associated components.
b) Perform on-the-air verification checks.
c) Perform scheduled testing of the battery's charged condition.
d) Aligning the power output stage for maximum power.
5. The following are the safety measure to be taken during handling storage
battery in substation except for?
a) Do not allow the battery to stand idle for long time.
b) Do not bring a flame inside the room.
c) Do not generate a spark inside the room.
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d) Wear plash proof goggles, rubber gloves, while working with the battery.
6. A frequent maintenance is the basis for a reliable working condition of the battery, when working on batteries,
effective safety precautions must be taken except for;
a) Avoid over-discharging below 2.1 Volts for any cell
b) Ensure electrolyte level is maintained, but do not overfill, 1 cm above plates is adequate
c) Keep cells top clean and dry, check ventilation holes, tighten terminals and coat with Vaseline
d) Charge the batteries for more than specified.
7. In inmarsat operation what is the two-digit code which corresponds to medical assistance.
a) 42
b) 32
c) 38
d) 41
8. On the first communication of the vessel seeking a medical advice what document is primarily needed by the
hospital before giving final treatment to the patient:
a) Radio Medical Consultation Form
b) Radio Medical Advice
c) Radio Pratique
d) Emergency Medical Message
9. What are the type of electromagnetic radiation with enough energy to ionized biological matter.?
a) X-radiation and gamma radiation
b) Chemical reactive radiation
c) Radioactive radiation
d) Thermal radiation
10. How should the number "7" be pronounced when spoken on the radiotelephone?
a) SAY-TAY-SEVEN
b) SEE-ETA-SEVEN
c) NUM-BER-SEVEN
d) NEW-MER-AL-SEVEN
11. What is the single letter signal used when you wish to communicate with another vessel?
a) K
b) Y
c) L
d) Z
12. How should the letter "R" be pronounced when spoken on the radio telephone?
a) ROW ME OH
b) B.AR AH
c) C.ROA MA O
d) D.AR EE
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1. Being specific is the opposite meaning of _.
Answer: General
2. One of this is not a Radio Equipment.
Answer: Skillet
3. Our ship sailed the world the best crew from the Philippines.
Answer: With
4. The word FORE is the opposite of .
Answer: AFT
5. Hands signal also means…
Answer: Use
6. you do if you see a man overboard?
Answer: What
7. This the safest way or link going to the ships accommodation?
Answer: Gangway
8. You are not allowed to enter without.
Answer: Permit
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9. When you see a vessel raise a flag J what will you do?
Answer: Keep clear because the ship is on fire
10. What is the meaning of letter K?
Answer: I wish to communicate with you
11. Future: Answer: Will
12. Break
Answer: Wait
13. Opposite of sincere
Answer: artificial, false, feigned, insincere
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1. Which action should the GMDSS radio operator take in a distress situation when embarking in survival craft?
a) Switch on EPIRB and SART immediately and leave on.
b) EPIRB and SART switched on manually prior to embarking; remain aboard vessel in distress.
c) Notify RCC (Rescue Coordination Center) through VHF DSC in portable equipment.
d) Communicate via Inmarsat-C from the survival craft.
2. What equipment is used to provide the means for locating a survival craft or mother ship in distress?
a) EPIRB
b) RDF
c) SART
d) EPIRB and SART
3. What can be defined as Radio Transmissions intended to facilitate the finding of a mobile unit in distress of the
location of survivors? (if this choices will appear the answer should be)
a) Alerting Signal a) Homing Signal
b) Radiowave propagation b) Distress Signal
c) Locating Signal c) Locating Signal
d) 0.44 second burst from the EPIRB d) Satellite Signal
4. If a ships sinks, what device is designed to float free of the mother ship, is turned on automatically and transmit
a distress signal?
a) EPIRB on 121.5 MHz/243 MHz or 406.025 MHz.
b) EPIRB on 2182 kHz and 405.025 kHz.
c) Bridge-to-bridge transmitter on 2182 kHz.
d) Auto alarm keyed on any frequency ading at 1400H.
5. Which device provides the main means in the GMDSS for locating ships in distress, or their survival craft?
a) Radio Direction Finder.
b) Satellite EPIRBs.
c) MF/HF DSC.
d) VHF homing device.
6. What part of a satellite EPIRB may function as a visual aid to rescue vessels?
a) A 121.5 MHz emergency transmitter in a satellite EPIRB.
b) Strobe light.
c) 406 MHz signal from a satellite EPIRB.
d) Loud beeping tone emitted by the unit once activated.
7. Which of the following EPIRBs is most likely to be used to transmit a distress alert signal?
a) S-Band EPIRBs.
b) 406 MHz EPIRBs.
c) Class A
d) 121.5/243 MHz EPIRBs.
8. What information is transmitted by a 406 MHz EPIRB alert?
a) Vessel position and nature of distress.
b) A unique Hexadecimal I.D. number.
c) Vessel name and identification.
9. Which equipment may not be utilized to provide locating signals in GMDSS?
a) SART’s signal from Float-Free transponder
b) 406 EPIRB
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c) Loran C or GPS signal
d) Satellite or Float-Free EPIRB’s , 9 Ghz signal SART’s

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1. Channel 70 for digital selective calling for Distress, Safety and Calling frequency operate at:
a) 158.526 MHz
b) 156.526 MHz
c) 157.526 MHz
d) 159.526 MHz
2. Which statement concerning GMDSS distress alerts, such as fire on board is TRUE?
Answer: Information contained in a distress alerts includes the name and position of the distressed vessel,
and may include additional information such as nature of distress and what kind of assistance
that may be required.
3. In the event of fire onboard why is it important to transmit MAYDAY or PAN PAN signals, even if not in distress?
a) To warn the other ship involved in the collision.
b) To alerts other ship in the immediate vicinity or coast station
4. When will be the float-free Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon be activated after abandoning ship due
to fire onboard?
Answer : Immediately after floating free
5. The VHF radiotelephone calling, safety, distress, frequency is .
a) 156.300 MHz (Channel 06)
b) 156.650 MHz (Channel 13)
c) 156.800 MHz (Channel 16)
d) 156.525 MHz (Channel 70)
6. Which of the following channels and modes should be used when initiating a distress alert transmission?
a) Ch-6 DSC.
b) Ch-6 Radiotelephony.
c) Ch-13 Radiotelephony and Ch-16 DSC.
d) Ch-70 DSC.
7. If your vessel is equipped with a SSB radio, what frequency would you use to initiate a distress call such as fire
onboard?
a) 2174.5 KHz
b) 2177.0 KHz
c) 2182.0 KHz
d) 2189.5 KHz
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1. What frequency should be used to send a distress call?
a) Whatever frequency has the best chance of communicating the distress message
b) 2182 kHz
c) Only frequencies that are within your operating privileges
d) Only frequencies used by police, fire or emergency medical services
2. What is meant by CW?
a) continuous wave ( morse code)
b) coverage wave
c) current wave
d) conduct watch
3. The urgent priority should be used for _.
a) Messages concerning the Safety of Life At Sea (SOLAS).
b) Messages detailing important navigational warnings.
c) Messages containing information concerning the safety of a mobile unit or person.
d) Messages concerning On-scene communications.
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1. Batteries should not be topped-up:
Answer : Whilst on charge
2. As a result of the chemical process occurring within the cells of battery during charging, what gas is produced?
Answer : hydrogen
3. When measured directly above given point, solar radiation in the ionosphere is the greatest during what
time?
Answer: at Noon
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4. When measured directly above given point, solar radiation in the ionosphere is lowest or lesser during what
time?
Answer : Sunrise or Night
5. When measured directly above given point, solar radiation in the ionosphere is minimum during what
time?
Answer: At Night
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1. What is the fundamental concept of the GMDSS?
a) It is intended to automate and improve emergency communications in the maritime industry.
b) It is intended to automate and improve existing digital selective calling procedures and
techniques.
c) It is intended to provide more effective but lower cost commercial communications.
d) It is intended to provide compulsory vessels with a collision avoidance system when they are operating
in waters that are also occupied by non-compulsory vessels.
2. The primary purpose of the GMDSS is?
a) Allow more effective control of SAR situations by vessels.
b) Provide additional shipboard systems for more effective company communications.
c) Automate and improve emergency communications for the world's shipping industry.
d) Effective and inexpensive communications.
3. GMDSS is primarily a system based on?
a) Ship-to-ship distress communications using MF or HF radiotelephony.
b) VHF digital selective calling from ship to shore.
c) Distress, urgency and safety communications carried out by the use of narrow-band direct printing
telegraphy.
d) The linking of search and rescue authorities ashore with shipping in the immediate vicinity of a ship in
distress or in need of assistance
4. What equipment is associated with the space systems?
a) VHF-MF-HF.
b) Inmarsat-C.
c) Navtex.
d) SART.
5. What equipment is used in or near the survival craft?
a) Navtex.
b) Fathometer.
c) Cospas-Sarsat
d) EPIRB.
6. What equipment is programmed to initiate transmission of distress alerts and calls to individual stations?
a) Navtex.
b) GPS.
c) DSC controller.
d) Scanning Watch Receiver.
ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS:
13. What is the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System?

Answer : An automated ship-to-shore distress alerting system using Satellite Technology and
Advance Terrestrial Communication System
14. Which satellite system promulgate Maritime Safety Information?
a) AMVER.
b) Inmarsat-C SafetyNET.
c) NAVTEX.
d) Inmarsat-M SES.
15. The MMSI number plan is used in all of the following in GMDSS except?
a) VHFDSC, MFDSC, HFDSC and radio telex
b) Inmarsat-C
c) Inmarsat and COSPAS/SARSAT EPIRBs
d) SART
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16. Equipment which can be utilized to provide locating signals in GMDSS:
a) Loran C, or GPS signals
b) Radio Direction Finder
c) EPIRB
d) SART
17. What means are used to prevent the reception of unwanted broadcasts by vessels utilizing the NAVTEX
system?
a) Operating the receiver only during daytime hours.
b) Programming the receiver to reject unwanted broadcasts.
c) Coordinating reception with published broadcast schedules.
d) Automatic receiver de-sensitization during night hours.
18. Which of the following systems is most likely to be subject to fading or static interference?
a) HF SITOR
b) Inmarsat.
c) Digital Selective Calling on channel 70.
d) VHF ARQ.
19. Which system is least likely to be affected by atmospheric disturbances?
a) NAVTEX.
b) Inmarsat.
c) MF NBDP.
d) HF NBDP
20. Which system has the least effective radius of operation?
a) HF SITOR.
b) MF NBDP.
c) VHF DSC.
d) NAVTEX.
21. What statement is true regarding the additional equipment carriage requirement imposed for the survival craft of
vessels over 500 gross tons?
a) Additional carriage of two radio equipped lifeboats aft.
b) A second radar transponder is required.
c) Four additional portable VHF radios are required.
d) The ability to communicate in all modes with any shore station.
22. What is the term which refers to the supply of electrical energy required to supply radio installations on every ship
for the purpose of conducting distress and safety radio-communications in the event of failure of the ship's main
and emergency sources of electrical power?
a) Emergency power.
b) Reserve source of energy.
c) Ship's emergency diesel generator.
d) Ship's standby generator.
23. What may be used as a homing signal by the search and rescue vessels in the immediate vicinity of the ship in
distress?
a) Flare gun.
b) Strobe Light.
c) A 121.5 MHz emergency transmitter in a satellite EPIRB.
d) 406 MHz signal from a satellite EPIRB.
24. Which of the following is the primary frequency that is used exclusively for NAVTEX broadcasts
internationally?
a) 518 kHz
b) 2187.5 kHz
c) 4209.5 kHz
d) VHF channel 16 when the vessel is sailing in Sea Area A1, and 2187.5 kHz when in Sea Area
A2.
25. What is false about HF communication?
a) used for long range communication
b) can be reflected by the ionosphere
c) not affected by time of day
d) can be used as alternative for Inmarsat communication
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26. When positive information is received that a ship or a person on board is in grave and imminent danger and in
need of immediate assistance, the emergency phase declared is:
a) uncertainty phase
b) alert phase
c) distress phase
d) critical phase
27. The phases of emergency at sea established for classifying incidents and determining the actions to be taken
are the following EXCEPT:
a) uncertainty phase
b) alert phase
c) distress phase
d) critical phase
28. Which piece of required GMDSS equipment is the primary source of transmitting locating signals?
a) Radio Direction Finder (RDF).
b) An EPIRB transmitting on 406 MHz.
c) Survival Craft Transceiver.
d) A SART transmitting on 406 MHz.
29. What is an example of a locating signal?
a) SSB phone traffic.
b) Ship to shore transmissions.
c) Loran C.
d) A Float-Free EPIRB.
30. Your ship is participating in the AMVER reporting system. Which of the following report identifier should you use to
report your arrival at your destination?
a) AMVER/SP//
b) AMVER/PR//
c) AMVER/DR//
d) AMVER/FR//
31. Which statement concerning Distress Alert such as fire on board is true?
Answer : A distress maybe use to alert other vessel and authorities in port
32. For “On-scene” communications, vessels in distress and SAR Aircraft should use?
a) VHF Ch-70, 4125 kHz J3E, 5680 kHz J3E
b) VHF Ch-16, 4125 kHz J3E, 3023 kHz J3E
c) VHF Ch-16, 4125 kHz F1B, 3023 kHz J3E
33. When attempting to contact other vessels on Channel 16:
a) Limit calling to 30 seconds.
b) If no answer is received, wait 2 minutes before calling vessel again.
c) Channel 16 is used for emergency calls only.
d) Limit calling to 30 seconds and if no answer is received, wait 2 minutes before calling vessel again.
a) to repel piracy attacks
b) it is intended to automate and improve emergency communication in maritime industry
c) to increase participation in ship reporting system
d) to transport more cargoes effectively
35. DSC relays of Distress Alerts by vessels:
a) Should be done for all Distress Alerts.
b) Should be transmitted to ships involved in Distress Alert.
c) Should be avoided, however after repeated alerts should be relayed to a Coast Station nearest the
distress incident.
d) Are the best means to provide for a relay of Distress communications
36. What is the meaning of “Reserve Source of Energy?”
a) The supply of electrical energy sufficient to operate the radio installations for the purpose of
conducti ng dist r ess and s afet y comm unicati ons i n the event of fail ure of th e shi p’s main
and emergency sources of electrical power.
b) High caloric value items for lifeboat, per SOLAS regulations.
c) Diesel fuel stored for the purpose of operating the powered survival craft for a period of equal to or
exceeding the U.S.C.G and SOLAS equipment.
d) None of these
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37. What is the global maritime distress and safety system (GMDSS)?
a) A new system to increase participation in ship reporting system
b) an automated ship-to-shore distress alerting system using satellite and advanced terrestrial
communications systems
c) A new system to transport more cargoes effectively
d) A new system to repel piracy attacks
38. The GMDSS role performed by EPIRB is as?
a) primary method of alerting
b) to send MMSI number
c) Secondary means of distress alerting
d) to participate in SAR operation
39. Which communication functions must all vessels be capable of performing under GMDSS as defined by
international maritime organization?
a) Ship to ship alerting
b) Ship to shore alerting
c) Shore to Ship alerting
d) Distress alerting to and from vessels, search and rescue coordination, on-scene communication, signals
for locating, maritime safety information, general and bridge-to-bridge communications
40. The best way to test the MF-HF NBDP system is?
a) Make a radiotelephone call to a Coast Station.
b) Initiates an ARQ call to demonstrate that the transmitter and antenna are working.
c) Initiate an FEC call to demonstrate that the transmitter and antenna are working.
d) Initiate an ARQ call to a Coast Station and wait for the automatic exchange of answerbacks.
a) Send a message to a shore terminal and wait for confirmation.
b) Compose and send a brief message to your own Inmarsat-C terminal.
c) Send a message to another ship terminal.
d) If the send light flashes, proper operation has been confirmed.
42. What is proper procedure to be followed upon receipt of a distress alert transmitted by use a digital selective
calling techniques?
a) set watch on the radio telephone distress and safety frequency associated with distress and safety calling
frequency on which the DISTRESS alert was received
b) Send distress relay alert at once
c) Inform RCC immediately
d) Inform the Master of the vessel
43. When two 12-volt batteries with an individual capacity of 100 Ah are coupled in parallel, the result will be a battery
with a total voltage and capacity of?
a) 12-volt and 100 Ah respectively
b) 12-volt and 200 Ah respectively
c) 24-volt and 100 Ah respectively
d) 24-volt and 200 Ah respectively
44. How should date and time for 1200 (GMT) on the 20th be written when preparing JASREP report?
Answer : 201200Z
45. Which of the following would best be used for visual detection of a distressed vessel?
a) 9-GHz SART's beacon.
b) An EPIRB's strobe light.
c) A 121.5-MHz EPIRB beacon.
d) A 406-MHz EPIRB beacon.
46. A DSC Distress alert:
a) Must always be sent on VHF Ch-70.
b) Must always be sent on MF 2 MHz plus one other HF DSC frequency.
c) Will always be sent on one or more of the DSC distress frequencies.
d) Must always be sent on VHF Ch-70, then 2 MHz MF then 8 MHz HF.
47. After repeated / should be relayed to a coast station:
Answer : 16 DSC delays distress alert by vessel
48. A DSC call for public correspondence may be repeated on the same or another DSC channel, if no
acknowledgement is received within 5 min.
Answer : Further call attempts should be delayed at least 15 min, if acknowledgement is still not received.
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49. What are the examples of ionizing radiations?
a ) X-radiation and gamma radiation
b ) Chemical reactive radiation
c) Radioactive radiation
d) Thermal radiation
50. What type of radiation are VHF and UHF radio signals?
a) Gamma radiation
b) Ionizing radiation
c) Alpha radiation
d) Non-ionizing radiation
51. DSC relays of Distress Alerts by vessels:
a) Should be avoided, however after repeated alerts, should be relayed to a Coast Station nearest the
Distress incident.
b) Should be done for all Distress Alerts.
c) Should be transmitted to ships involved in Distress traffic.
d) Are the best means to provide for a relay of Distress communications.
52. The frequency band used as uplink frequency from CES to the satellite is the:
a) 1.5 GHz
b) 4GHz
c) 1.6 GhZ
d) 6 GHz
53. The frequency band used as downlink frequency from Satellite to the CES is the:
a) 1.5 GHz
b) 4 GHz
c) 1.6 GhZ
d) 6 GHz
C1 KUP 1
1. The book which aims to provide guidance to those who, during emergencies at sea ,may require assistance or may
be able to render assistance is? Analyzing
A. MERSAR manual
B. IAMSAR manual
C. ITU list of coast station
D. Admiralty list of radio signals
2. Which of the following would best be used for visual detection of a distressed vessel? Understanding
A. An EPIRB's strobe light.
B. A 9-GHz SART's beacon.
C. A 121.5-MHz EPIRB beacon.
D. A 406-MHz EPIRB beacon.
3. The IAMSAR procedure word that is used to separate portions of a message or one message from another is?
Applying
A. Break
B. Negative
C. Affirmative
D. Roger
4. The IAMSAR procedure word that indicates, "I must pause for a few seconds, standby for further transmissions" is?
Applying
A. Wait
B. Affirmative
C. Negative
D. Break
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5. IMO resolution A814919) embodies guidelines for avoiding? Remembering
A. Avoiding interference
B. False distress alert
C. Avoiding usage of vhf when communicating with another station during navigation
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D. Avoiding unnecessary search and rescue operations
6. What action should you take after sending a false distress alert on MF? Analyzing
A. Make a voice announcement to cancel the alert on 2187.5khz
B. Make a voice announcement to cancel the alert on 2174.5khz
C. Make a voice announcement to cancel the alert on 2182.0khz
D. Send another DSC alert and follow up with voice on 2182.0khz
7. What action should you take after sending a false distress alert on Inmarsat–C? Analyzing
A. Press the distress hot keys then press the cancel key
B. Select transmit menu and send a cancel message via the CES used for the distress alert
C. Both of the above
D. None of the above
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8. What is the Automated Mutual Assistance Vessel Rescue System (AMVER)? Evaluation
A. A voluntary organization of mariners who maintain radio watch on 500khz 2182khz and 156.800mhz
B. An international system operated by the US Coast guard providing coordination of search and rescue efforts.
C. A COORDINATED RADIO DIRECTION FINDING EFFORT BETWEEN THE Vederal Communications
Commission and US Coast guard to assist ships in distress.
D. A satellite based distress and safety alerting program operated by the U.S Guard
9. This code provides a connection to an appropriate national or international centre which is collecting ship movement
information for search and rescue (or other) purpose e.g. AMVER OR AUSREP ETC.? Remembering
A. 43
B. 42
C. C.41
D. D.51
10. Where Navtex cannot be feasibly established what system can be implemented to provide an automated service in
coastal waters to receive MSI? Evaluation
A. Safety /Net
B. Amver
C. VHF/DSC
D. ARQ/SITOR
11. Which satellite system promulgates Maitime Safety information? Remembering
A. AMVER
B. INMARSAT –C Safety Net
C. Navtex
D. Inmarsat –M SES
12. What action should you take after sending a false distress alert on Inmarsat-C? Applying
A. Press the “Distress” hot keys then press the “cancel” key.
B. Select “transmit” menu and send a cancel message via the CES used for the distress alert.
C. Both of the above
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13. In GMDSS Radio medical services is designed for the following incidents:? Creating
A. Seafares who are sick onboard ship
B. Persons who are sick ashore
C. Persons who are sick in their home
D. Patients who are sick in the hospital
14. If a seafarer is inflicted with serious illness onboard and need immediate hospitalization ashore what category of
urgency message the Master will send ashore:? Analyzing
A. Distress message
B. Safety message
C. Routine message
D. Medical assistance /medical evacuation
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15. To understand clearly the flow of traffic in sending radio medical advice to the shore, is by way of transmitting to:?
Analyzing
A. LUT TO MRCC
B. LES T RCC
C. LES direct to affiliated hospital
D. LES to subscriber
16. In GMDSS, Radio Medical Services is stipulated under column-2 of table A-IV/2 of STCW code is listed under what
sequence no:? Remembering
A. .4
B. .2
C. .3
D. .4
17. In Inmarsat operation what is the two- digit code which corresponds to medical advice:? Analyzing
A. 42
B. 32
C. 38
D. 41
18. In inmarsat operation what is the two-digit code which corresponds to medical assistance.? Analyzing
a. 42
b. 32
c. 38
d. 41
19. Medical advice by radio may be obtained in one of two ways:? Applying
A. From a shore station, link to a hospital
B. From another ship carrying a doctor
C. Both A and B
20. Radio medical advice is available as:? Remembering
A. Free of charge to ships of all nationalities
B. Chargeable per word
C. Minimum of 10 words as chargeable
D. All of the above
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21. In facilitating visual signaling, what are the most commonly used important Two-letter signals which specify “I have a
doctor onboard”? Applying
A. AL
B. AN
C. CB
D. FR
22. As a secondary method of alerting, what names are used to prevent the reception of unwanted broadcast by
vessel’s utilizing the NAVTEX system? remembering
A. Select all stations
B. Select all types of messages
C. Contact the NAVTEX coordinator
D. Programming the receiver to reject unwanted broadcasts
23. To exhibit a distress signal without using the GMDSS sub-system (equipment), which of the following should be
executed as to get attention of nearby vessels? Creating
A. Parachute red flare
B. The use of EPIRB
C. The use of Navtex receiver
24. Under GMDSS, a compulsory VHF-DSC radiotelephone installation must be tested at what minimum intervals at
sea? Analyzing
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A. Annually, by a representative of the FCC.
B. Daily
C. At the annual SOLAS inspection.

D. Monthly
25. In visual signaling, what method of communication uses two hand flags to indicate letters of the alphabet? Applying
A. Flag signaling
B. Flashing light signaling
C. Semaphore or hand flags or arms signaling
D. Sound signaling
26. A ship at anchor has been communicating effectively with a shore station approximately 500 miles (805 km) distant
on a frequency in the 16 MHz band periodically throughout the day. Toward the late afternoon and evening, what
effect should be noticed? Understanding
A. Communications should be maintained with slight improvement in the signal received from the shore station.
B. The grey line effect will prevent communication after dark.
C. Communications should gradually deteriorate and become impossibly on this frequency at night.
D. Communications should improve and peak at night.
27. One of the signals, other than a distress signal, that can be used by a rescue boat to attract attention is
a/an__________.? Applying
A. burning barrel
B. search light
C. red star shell
D. orange smoke signal
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28. What is distress traffic? Remembering
A. In radiotelegraphy, SOS sent as a single character, in radiotelephony, speaking of the word” MAYDAY”
B. Health and welfare messages concerning the immediate protection of property and safety of human life.
C. Internationality recognized communications relating to emergency, situations.
D. All messages relative to the immediate assistance required a ship, air craft or other vehicle in imminent danger.
29. What are the highest priority communications from ships at sea? Understanding
A. All critical messages traffic authorized by the ship’s master.
B. Navigation and meteorological warnings.
C. Distress calls and communications preceded by the international urgency and safety signals.
D. Authorized government communications for which priority right has been claimed
30. Your ship received a distress relay on DSC VHF CHANNEL 70, ON what channel would you reply? Analyzing
A. 70
B. 06
C. 13
D. 16
31. Under what conditions would you relay a DSC distress alert? Creating
A. If the mobile unit in distress is incapable offurher distress alert communications.
B. If no coast stations mobile unit acknowledgement is observed.
C. A and B are both possible
D. You should never relay such an alert the Coast station and rcc will do that.
32. Message 1 in the DSC distress call contains the? Remembering
A. Time indications (UTC) when the coordinates were valid.
B. Single character to indicates the types of communications which is preferred by the station in distress for
subsequent exchange of distress traffic.
C. Distress coordinates messages.
D. Nature of Distress
33. The distress alerts that used to alert other ships in the vicinity of the ship in distress and are based on the used on
DSC IN THE VHF AND MF Bands.? Applying
A. Ship-to ship distress alerts
B. Ships to shore distress alert
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C. Shore to ship distress alert
D. Ships to aircraft distress alert.
34. The MMSI is used in all of the following DSC calls except? Applying
A. Routine alert
B. Urgency alert
C. Safety alert
D. Distress calls and all ship’s call
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35. A man aboard a vessel, signaling by raising and lowering his outstretched arms to each side, is indicating_______.?
Evaluation
A. danger, stay away
B. all is clear, it is safe to pass
C. a distress signal
D. all is clear, it is safe to approach
36. In Morse Code signaling by Hand Flag or Arms, following are the transmitting signals to a receiving station except
for;? Understanding
A. To call up a station
B. A receiving station – in answer
C. Completing the signal
D. Sending the distress message
37. What is the meaning of “Reserve Source of Energy”? Remembering
A. High caloric value items for lifeboat, per SOLAS regulations.
B. Diesel fuel stored for the purpose of operating the powered survival craft for a period equal to or exceeding the
U.S.C.G. and SOLAS requirements.
C. Power to operate the radio installation and conduct Distress and Safety communications in the event of failure
of the ship's main and emergency sources of electrical power.
D. The diesel fueled emergency generator that supplies AC to the vessel’s Emergency power bus.
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38. In visual signaling, what method of communication uses two hand flags to indicate letters of the alphabet?
Evaluation
A. Flag signaling
B. Flashing light signaling
C. Semaphore or hand flags or arms signaling
D. Sound signaling
39. In flag signaling, this uses to describe a signal which is hoisted to approximately half the extend of the halyard.?
Remembering
A. At the dip
B. Close-up
C. Signal Letters
D. Tack line
40. Which of the Two-Letter signals are the most commonly used as “I require immediate assistance”? Analyzing
A. AL
B. AN
C. CB
D. FR
41. In the use of visual signaling, which Morse Code regular procedural signal are to be applied using two letters code
for waiting signal? Applying
A. AA
B. AB
C. AR
D. AS
42. In visual signaling, what procedural signals to call unknown station? Remembering
A. The general call AA AA AA is made by transmitting station.
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B. The directional light of an Aldis lamp
C. The Identity signal is to be made by receiving station
D. The receiving station should acknowledge

43. While at anchor, which of the following signals are more visible for other vessel that your vessel is under pirate
attack? Understanding
A. Flames on a vessel
B. Gun fired at intervals of 1 minute
C. Orange smoke
D. Wave arms
44. Distress signals may be__________? Analyzing
A. smoke signals
B. red flares
C. sound signals
D. Any of the above
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sea? Analyzing
A. Annually, by a representative of the FCC.
B. Daily
C. At the annual SOLAS inspection.
D. Monthly.
46. What is the requirement for emergency and reserve power in GMDSS radio installations? Analyzing
A. Compulsory ships must have emergency and reserve power sources for radio communications.
B. An emergency power source for radio communications is not required if a vessel has proper reserve power
(batteries).
C. A reserve power source is not required for radio communications.
D. Only one of the above is required if a vessel is equipped with a second 406 EPIRB as a backup means of
sending a Distress alert.
47. Which of the following statements concerning testing and maintenance of SARTs is true? Analyzing
A. Testing a SART should be done in a consistent manner & location to ensure a baseline history of proper results.
B. Testing of the SART should never be done in port to prevent interference to other vessel’s radars.
C. A SART's battery must be replaced within ninety (90) days after the expiration date imprinted on the unit.
D. An at-sea GMDSS maintainer is not able to test a SART because it is hermetically sealed.
48. Why is it important to limit the duration of testing a SART? Evaluation
A. Excessive testing causes "burn in" on the vessel's radar display.
B. Testing in port or even at sea may cause interference to other radars or a test signal may be misinterpreted as a
genuine Distress situation.
C. To prevent overheating, a SART requires sufficient ventilation that is significantly reduced when the SART is
being tested
D. If another SART is testing at the same time, the two signals will cause damage to the unit that transmitted them
49. What statement is true regarding tests and maintenance that could be provided for the SART? Analyzing
A. Full verification within manufacturer's specifications by the on-board maintainer would be a requirement for all
vessels in the A3 & A4 sea areas using measuring equipment to generate 9 GHz signals.
B. Battery should be replaced within the 90 day grace period following the manufacturer's expiration date shown
on the SART and the SART should only be tested at-sea to reduce interference to other vessels.
C. Extreme care should be exercised because testing of the SART may be received by other vessels, may be
interpreted as a Distress condition, or it may interfere with other vessels' safe navigation.
D. Battery should be replaced with a new one before the manufacturer's expiration date shown on the SART and
the SART should only be tested in port to reduce interference to other vessels.
50. Why should functional testing of a SART be minimized? Analyzing
A. Potential interference with safe navigation, notifying other vessels of an actual Distress and minimize power
consumption.
B. Minimize power consumption of the battery and only test at sea to reduce potential interference or confusion.
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C. Possibility of misinterpretation by other vessels as a Distress situation and only test in port to prevent potential
interference with safe navigation or at-sea vessels.
D. Potential interference with safe navigation, possible misinterpretation of an actual Distress, minimizes draining
the battery.
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51. Which radiotelex command would you use to retrieve the message stored at the coastal station.? Analyzing
A. SVC+
B. TGM+
C. MSG+
D. DIRTLXOXY+
52. You have a Manoverboard situation, What would be the priority of the DSC call you are going to send? Analyzing,
Remembering
A. Safety
B. Distress
C. Urgency
D. Routine
53. You have a Manoverboard situation. What would be the priority of the DSC call you are going to send? Analyzing,
Remembering
A. Safety
B. Distress
C. Urgency
D. Routine
54. For a DSC Distress call the distress information is contained in four messages, Message 1 is? Remembering
A. Distress coordinates message
B. Time Indication (UTC)
C. Nature of distress message
55. Message 2 in the distress call contain the.? Remembering
A. Time indication (utc) when the coordinates were valid
B. Nature of Distress message
C. Distress coordinates message
D. Single character to indicates the type of communication which is prepared by the station in distress for
subsequent communication.
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1. Which of the two letter signals are the most commonly used a I require immediate assistance?
Answer: CB
2. The type of batteries that is damaged by either over-charging or under charging is the?
Answer: Lead Acid Battery
3. When in standby mode, the Sart battery should last up to?
Answer: 96 hours
4. Marine lead batteries have an approximate lifetime of?
Answer: 4 years
5. How long should the battery of the Sart last when in transpond mode?
Answer: 8 hours
6. While conducting routine communication using the wheel house VHF with a station 1 mile distant, your
recommended power setting would be?
Answer: 1 watt, day or night
7. What is the term which refers to the supply of electrical energy required to supply radio installations on every ship for
the purpose of conducting distress and safety radio communication in the event of failure of the ship’s main and
emergency sources of electrical power?
Answer: Reserve source of power
8.Which term describes the source of energy required to supply the GMDSS console with power if the ship’s source of
main or emergency energy fails?
Answer: Reserve source of energy
9. In visual signaling, what method of communication use two hand flags to indicate letter of alphabet?
Answer: Semaphore or hand flags or arms signaling
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1. How should the signal from a Search and Rescue Radar Transponder appear on a radar display?
a) A series of dashes.
b) A series of spirals all originating from the range and bearing of the SART.
c) A series of 12 equally spaced dots.
d) A series of twenty dashes.
2. An RCC or RSC may pass information to OSC or CSS in a standard format called?
a) SITREP
b) AUSREP
c) JASREP
d) MAREP
3. While approaching towards a distress site you hear the message PRU-DONCE over the radio telephone.
What will you do?
a) Use that frequency only restricted working communication
b) Shift your radio guard to the working frequency that will be
c) Advise the sender of your course, speed, position, and ETA at the distress site
d) Resume base course and speed because the distress is terminated
4. A DSC call for public correspondence may be repeated on the same or another DSC channel, if no
acknowledgement is received within 5 min. Further call attempts should be delayed at least if
acknowledgement is still not received?
a) 10 minutes
b) 15 minutes
c) 20 minutes
d) 30 minutes
5.Why is an antenna tuner required for MF-HF transmissions?
a) The length of the physically-fixed antenna must be electrically matched to the intended frequency
of operation.
b) The antenna tuner calculates the proper spectrum band for the operator to use.
c) To ensure transmissions are restricted to legal marine frequencies.
d) The antenna tuner indicates whether the ionosphere is ready to reflect a transmission properly
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1. What action should you take after sending a false distress alert on VHF?
a) Send a DSC cancellation message on Ch-70.
b) Make a voice announcement to cancel the alert on Ch-16.
c) Make a voice announcement to cancel the alert on Ch-13.
d) Make a voice announcement to cancel the alert on Ch-22A.
2. What action should you take after sending a false distress alert on 12577.0 kHz?
a) No action is necessary.
b) Make an "ALL SHIPS" call on all 5 H.F. telex frequencies canceling the alert.
c) Make an "ALL SHIPS" call on the associated 12 MHz J3E frequency canceling the alert.
d) Send a message to the nearest RCC via Inmarsat canceling the alert.
3. IMO resolution A814919) embodies guidelines for avoiding?
a) Avoiding interference
b) False distress alert
c) Avoiding usage of vhf when communicating with another station during navigation
d) Avoiding unnecessary search and rescue operations
4. What does the DSC control unit do if the GMDSS Radio Operator fails to insert updated information when
initiating a DSC distress alert?
a) It will abort the transmission and set off an audible alarm that must be manually reset.
b) It will initiate the DSC distress alert but, as no information will be transmitted, rescue personnel will not
be able to identify the vessel, its position, or its situation.
c) It will initiate the DSC distress alert, and default information will automatically betransmitted.
d) It will initiate the DSC distress alert, but any station receiving it will have toestablish contact with the
distressed vessel to determine its identity, position, and situation.
a) Send a message to a shore terminal and wait for confirmation
b) Send message to another ship terminal
c) Compose and send a brief message to your own Inmarsat-C terminal
d) If the send lights flashes proper operation has been confirmed
a) Advise the Master.
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b) Transmit a DSC acknowledgement.
c) Call the nearest Coast Guard Station.
d) No action is necessary.
7. If a GMDSS Radio Operator initiates a DSC distress transmission but does not insert a message, what
happens?
a) The transmission is aborted and an alarm sounds to indicate this data must be provided by the
operator.
b) The transmission is not initiated and "ERROR" is indicated on the display readout.
c) The transmission will be made with "default" information provided automatically.
d) The receiving station will poll the DSC unit of the vessel in distress to download the necessary
information.
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1. Which characters are sent by the ship station by when opening HF Telex, to indicate a desire to send
message to AMVER?
a) OPR+
b) AMV+
c) HELP+
d) MSG+
2. When rendering position reports in the INMARSAT system, the two digit- code to use is:
a) 43
b) 42
c) 41
d) 51
3. JASREP is an acronym for:
a) Japanese Ship Reporting System
b) Japanese Vessel Reporting Sysem
c) Japanese Radio Reporting System
d) Japan Ship Reporting System
4. You ship is participating in the AMVER reporting system which of the followingreport your arrival at your
destination?
a) AMVER/DR//
b) AMVER/SR//
c) AMVER/PR//
d) AMVER/FR//
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1. In Inmarsat operation what is the two- digit code which corresponds to medical advice :
a) 41
b) 42
c) 38
d) 32
2. Radio medical advice is available as :
a) Free of charge to ships of all nationalities
b) Chargeable per word
c) Minimum of 10 words as chargeable
d) All of the above
3. Which of the following service or maintenance functions may NOT be performed by the holder of a GMDSS
Radio Operator License?
a) Reset tripped circuit breakers or replace defective fuses.
b) Routine battery maintenance if used as part of the GMDSS station.
c) Any adjustments or maintenance that may affect the proper operation of the station.
d) Replacement of consumable items such as paper, ribbons, etc.
4. In inmarsat operation what is the two-digit code which corresponds to medical assistance.
a) 42
b) 32
c) 38
d) 41
5. What is a “Radio Medical Consultation” means :
a) Admitting patients in hospital
b) Admitting patients from any sector
c) Outpatients from hospital
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d) 24 hours –a- day- free radio communication service for all ships seeking medical advice while at sea.
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a) NUM-BER-TOO
b) BEES-SOH-TOO
c) DOS-SOH-TU
d) BEE-SOH-TOO
2. How should the letter "D" be pronounced when spoken on the radiotelephone?
a) DUKE
b) DA VID
c) DOG
d) DELL TAH
3. The Radiotelephone Safety signal is:
a) "Securite" repeated 3 times.
b) "Safety Safety Safety".
c) "Pan Pan" repeated 3 times.
d) "Securite Securite" repeated 3 times.
a) SAY-TAY-SEVEN
b) SEE-ETA-SEVEN
c) NUM-BER-SEVEN
d) NEW-MER-AL-SEVEN
5. How should the letter "R" be pronounced when spoken on the radio telephone?
a) ROW ME OH
b) B.AR AH
c) C.ROA MA O
d) D.AR EE
6. How should the letter "V" be pronounced when spoken on the radiotelephone?
a) VIK TAH
b) VIC TO RE
c) VIX TOO RE
d) VEE
7. How should the number "3" be pronounced when spoken on the radiotelephone
a) TAY-RAH-TREE
b) BEES-SOH-THREE
c) NUM-ERL-THREE
d) TRIC-THREE
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1. Being specific is the opposite meaning of
a) Overall
b) General
c) Common
d) Group
2. One of this is not a Radio Equipment.
a) Skillet
b) Cutter
c) Hammer
d) Runner
3. This the safest way or link going to the ships accommodation?
a) ACCOMMODATION
b) GANGWAY
c) LADDER
d) STAIRWAY
4. What is the meaning of letter K?
a) I wish to communicate with you
b) I like to communicate with you
c) I don’t like to communicate to you
d) I want to talk to you by radio
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5. Reconstruct the sentence correctly? commence Ship at 1400H loading….
e) Commence loading ship at 1400H
f) At 1400H ship commence loading

g) Ship commence loading at 1400H
h) None is correct
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1. What equipment is used to provide the means for locating a survival craft or mother ship in distress?
a) EPIRB
b) RDF
c) SART
d) EPIRB and SART
2. What can be defined as Radio Transmissions intended to facilitate the findingof a mobile unit in distress of the
location of survivors?
a) Alerting Signal
b) Radiowave propagation
c) Locating Signal
d) 0.44 second burst from the EPIRB
3. How can SART’s effective range be maximized?
a) The SART should be placed in water immediately upon activation.
b) The SART should be held as high as possible.
c) Switch the SART into the "high" power position.
d) If possible, the SART should be mounted horizontally so that its signal matches that of the
searching radar signal.
4. In a lifeboat or liferaft, what is a method of maximizing the effectiveness of an SART?
a) Place the SART into the sea as soon as possible to begin transmitting.
b) Hold or mount the unit as high as possible.
c) Extend the length of the transmitting antenna.
d) Replace the internal battery with the AC power adapter.
5. SARSAT stands for:
a) Search and Rescue Satellite Aided Tracking
b) Coast Earth Station Search and Rescue Aided Tracking
c) Committee on Search and Rescue Aided Tracking
d) Search and Rescue Satellite Alternating Tracking
6. All of the following are recognized distress signals under the Navigation Rules EXCEPT:
a) a green star signal
b) orange-colored smoke
c) red flares
d) the repeated raising and lowering of outstretched arms
7. In all cases, the transmit frequency of a MF/HF console DSC distress alert:
a) Will go out first on 2187.5 kHz.
b) Will go out on 8 MHz and 2 MHz and one other DSC distress frequency.
c) It depends upon operator DSC Call set up entries.
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1. When will be the float-free Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon be activated after abandoning ship due
to fire onboard?
a) When manually activated
b) Automatic Operation
c) When out of the bracket
d) Immediately after floating free
2. A vessel is on fire and require immediate assistance. The VHF call starts with:
a) “MAYDAY” spoken 3 times
b) MAYDAY (3x)
c) PAN PAN PAN (3x)
d) SECURITE (3x)
3. The VHF radiotelephone calling, safety, distress, frequency is .
a) 156.300 MHz (Channel 06)
b) 156.650 MHz (Channel 13)
c) 156.800 MHz (Channel 16)
d) 156.525 MHz (Channel 70)
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4. What is the Internationally recognized “ URGENCY” signal?
a) The letters “TTT” transmitted three times by radiotelegraphy.
b) Three oral repetitions of the word “safety” sent before the call.
c) The word “PAN PAN” spoken three times before the urgent call.
d) The pronouncement of the word “Mayday”.
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1. What is a practical way to avoid harmful interference on an appreciately clear frequency beforecalling CQ on
CW or phone?
a) Send "QRL?" on CW, followed by your call sign; or, if using phone, ask if the frequency is in use,
followed by your call sign
b) Listen for 2 minutes before calling CQ
c) Send the letter "V" in Morse code several times and listen for a response or say "test"several times
and listen for a response
d) Send "QSY" on CW or if using phone, announce "the frequency is in use", then give your call and
listen for a response
2. The urgent priority should be used for .
a) Messages concerning the Safety of Life At Sea (SOLAS).
b) Messages detailing important navigational warnings.
c) Messages containing information concerning the safety of a mobile unit or person.
d) Messages concerning On-scene communications.
3. Which action is the most appropriate action for a GMDSS radio Operator to take in a distress situation where
immediate help is needed, but the vessel is not sinking nor needs to be abandoned?
a) Switch off EPIRB and SART manually.
b) Transmit distress call by HF/MF/VHF DSC or Inmarsat.
c) Notify the RCC (Rescue Coordination Center) through VHF FM on channel 13.
d) Transmit distress call by activating the radiotelegraph automatic alarm signal.
4. The SART is required to have a sufficient battery capacity to operate in the stand-by mode for what period
of time?
a) Eight hours
b) Forty eight hours
c) Four days
d) Three days
5. Under GMDSS, a compulsory VHF-DSC radiotelephone installation must be tested at what minimum intervals
at sea?
a) Annually, by a representative of the FCC.
b) Daily
c) At the annual SOLAS inspection.
d) Monthly
6. What is the requirement for emergency and reserve power in GMDSS radio installations?
a. Compulsory ships must have emergency and reserve power sources for radio
communications.
b. An emergency power source for radio communications is not required if a vessel has proper
reserve power (batteries).
c. A reserve power source is not required for radio communications.
d. Only one of the above is required if a vessel is equipped with a second 406 EPIRB as a backup means
of sending a Distress alert.
C2KUP4
1. What year seamen’s insurance law started:
a) Feb 1, 1992
b) Feb 1, 1999
c) April 1, 1963
d) Feb 1,1995
2. The purpose of CPR is to restore the patient’s:
a) BREATHING
b) BLOOD CIRCULATION
c) To open airway
d) To lower cholesterol level
3. In administering CPR one rescuer should apply chest compression per minute:
a) 50
b) 60
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c) 100
d) 30
4. Relative to question no.32, two rescuer should apply chest compression per minute:
a) 50
b) 60
c) 100
d) 30
5. When measured directly above given point, solar radiation in the ionosphere is lowest orlesser
minimum during what time?
a) At night
b) At sunlight
c) At Noon
d) Sunrise or Night
C1/2MISC
a. It is intended to automate and improve emergency communications in the maritime industry.
b. It is intended to automate and improve existing digital selective calling procedures and techniques.
c. It is intended to provide more effective but lower cost commercial communications.
d. It is intended to provide compulsory vessels with a collision avoidance system when they are operating
in waters that are also occupied by non-compulsory vessels.
a. Allow more effective control of SAR situations by vessels.
b. Provide additional shipboard systems for more effective company communications.
c. Automate and improve emergency communications for the world's shipping industry.
d. Effective and inexpensive communications.
3. What is the responsibility of vessels under GMDSS?
a. Vessels over 300 gross tons may be required to render assistance if such assistance does not
adversely affect their port schedule.
b. Only that vessel, regardless of size, closest to a vessel in distress, is required to render assistance.
c. Every ship is able to perform those communications functions that are essential for the safetyof the ship
itself and of other ships.
d. Vessels operating under GMDSS, outside of areas effectively serviced by shoreside authorities,
operating in sea areas A2, and A4 may be required to render assistance in distress situations.
4. Which satellite system promulgate Maritime Safety Information?
a. AMVER.
b. Inmarsat-C SafetyNET.
c. NAVTEX.
d. Inmarsat-M SES.
5. Which of the following systems is least likely to be subject to fading or static interference?
a. HF SITOR.
b. Inmarsat.
c. MF-HF DSC Controller.
d. VHF ARQ
6. What is the term which refers to the supply of electrical energy required to supply radio installations on every ship
for the purpose of conducting distress and safety radio-communications in the event of failure of the ship's main
and emergency sources of electrical power?
a. Emergency power.
b. Reserve source of energy.
c. Ship's emergency diesel generator.
d. Ship's standby generator.
a. to repel piracy attacks
b. it is intended to automate and improve emergency communication in maritime industry
c. to increase participation in ship reporting system
d. to transport more cargoes effectively
8. What is the meaning of “Reserve Source of Energy?”
a. The supply of electrical energy sufficient to operate the radio installations for the purpose of
conducting distress and safety communications in the event of failure of the ship’s main and emergency
sources of electrical power.
b. High caloric value items for lifeboat, per SOLAS regulations.
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c. Diesel fuel stored for the purpose of operating the powered survival craft for a period of equal to or
exceeding the U.S.C.G and SOLAS equipment.
d. None of these
ADDITIONAL REVIEWER
1. What element of DSC call indicates the frequency desired for the subsequent communication?
a. Message 1 of routine call
b. Message 2 of routine call
c. Message 3 of routine call
d. Message 4 of routine call
2. What element of DSC distress call/alert indicates the nature of distress?
a. Message 1 of routine call
b. Message 2 of routine call
c. Message 3 of routine call
d. Message 4 of routine call
3. Hybrid communication uses?
Answer: Digital
4. Single flag signal for “I HAVE A DOCTOR ON BOARD”?
Answer: AL
5. The EPIRB on the bridge wing is observed with the strobe light flashing and the control switch in the “OFF”
position. What action should be taken?
a. Place the control switch in the OFF position
b. No action is needed – the strobe light indicated the automatic monthly self test is in progress
c. Wait for the USCG or NOAA to confirm that the unit is actually transmitting
d. Assume the unit is transmitting and follow the recommended procedures to properly cancel a false distress alert
being broadcast from an EPIRB
6. What kind of data send by an analogue computer?
Answer: Analogue
7. What kind of combination data send by computer?
Answer: Data and Analogue
C1KUP1
1. You are the first vessel to arrive at the scene of a distress. Due to the volume of traffic on the radio, you are unable
to communicate with the vessel in distress. Which action should you take?
a. Broadcast “Seelone Distress”.
b. Broadcast “Charlie Quebec-Mayday-Quiet”.
c. Switch to flag hoists
d. Key the microphone three times in quick succession
2. How are the normal working conditions restored after radio silence has been imposed?
a. The rescue coordination center (RCC) that imposed the radio silence must transmit a voice message on the
distress frequency stating “SeelonceFeene”
b. The rescue coordination center (RCC) that imposed the radio silence must transmit a voice message
on the distress frequency stating “Prudonce”
c. The rescue center (RCC) that imposed the radio silence must transmit a voice message on the
distress frequency stating “Mayday”
d. The rescue center (RCC) that imposed the radio silence must transmit a voice message on the
distress frequency stating “Mayday Relay”
3. Which of the following would most likely not prevent a SART’s signal from being detected?
a. The SART was properly mounted in the lifeboat and rescue personnel were monitoring the 3-CM
radar.
b. The rescue personnel were monitoring the 3-CM radar and the SART was mounted improperly in the
lifeboat
c. The SART was mounted improperly in the survival craft and rescue personnel were monitoring the
10-CM radar.
d. The rescue personnel were monitoring the 10-CM radar and the SART was properly mounted in the
lifeboat.
4. Which is not a function of a satellite under COSPAS-SARSAT using satellite EPIRBs?
a.After the EPIRB’s position is calculated using the Doppler shift COSPAS-SARSAT satellites provide
follow-on SAR communications.
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b. Relayed satellite message includes the EPIRB ID number which provides a reference for retrieval of
vessel information from the shore database.
c. Doppler shift of EPIRB signal is measured and the EPIRB’s position s calculated.
d. Information received from the EPIRBs is time-tagged and transmitted to any Local User Terminal in the
satellite’s view.
5. Which stations may transmit on the frequencies in which distress traffic is taking place?
a. All stations for which silence was imposed by the Rescue Coordination Center or station appointed to
coordinate search and rescue activities.
b. All stations which are aware of the distress traffic
c. Any station not itself in distress
d. Any station in distress
C1KUP2
1. What action should you take after sending false distress alert on vhf?
a.Send s dsc cancellation message on ch. 70
b.Make a voice announcement to cancel the alert on ch. 16
c. Make a voice announcement to cancel on ch. 13
d.Make a voice announcement to cancel ch. 22A
C1KUP3
1. Where Navtex cannot be feasibly established what system can be implemented to provide an automated
service in coastal waters to receive MSI?
a. Safety/Net
b. Amver
c. VHF/DSC
d. ARQ/SITOR
C1KUP4
1. In an instance, where a seafarer is contracted with a dreaded disease onboard, where a Second Officer is
acting as a doctor, and he does not know what specific medicine to be given, what category of urgency message
the Master will send ashore:?
a. Email message
b. Medical Assistance
c. Medical advice message
d. Urgency message
2. Transmission of medical advice, before it is transmitted, is approved by:?
a.Medical doctor on board
b.S.S.I
c. Master
d.Second Officer
C1KUP5
1. Transmission of a Distress alert by a station on behalf of another vessel actually n Distress should not occur:?
a. When communications between the Distress vessel and a Coast station are already in progress.
b. When the mobile unit actually in Distress is not itself in a position to transmit the Distress alert.
c. When the Master or responsible person on the mobile unit not in Distress so decides.
d. When the responsible person at the Coast Station determines further help is necessary.
C2KUP1
1. In radiotelephony “SEELONCE FEENEE” means?
a. Distress has not ended and normal working may not be resumed.
b. Distress has ended and normal working may be resumed.
c. Restricted may not be resumed.
d. Search and rescue operation is still on going.
2. The distress relay alert shall contain the following except:? Understanding
a. Position
b. Port of departure and destination of the mobile unit in distress
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C2KUP4
1. Which of the following statements concerning maintenance requirements is false?
a. Compulsory vessels sailing in Sea Areas A1 and A2 must provide any one of the three maintenance options
which are duplication of equipment, shore-based, or at-sea maintenance capability.
b. Compulsory vessels sailing in Sea Areas A3 and A4 must provide any two of the three maintenance options
which are duplication of equipment, shore-based, or at-sea maintenance capability.
c. Equipment warranties do not satisfy GMDSS maintenance requirements.
d. If shore-based maintenance is used, maintenance services do not have to be completed or performance
verified unless the vessel will be sailing to a non-US port.
sea?
a. Annually, by a representative of the FCC.
b. Daily
c. At the annual SOLAS inspection
d. Monthly
3. At sea, all required equipment (other than Survival Craft Equipment) must be proven operational by:?
a. Daily testing or daily successful use of the equipment.
b. Testing at least every 48 hours.
c. Weekly testing of all S.C.E. and other compulsory equipment.
d. Daily testing of the S.C.E. and weekly tests of the other equipment.
C1KUP4
1. Which is NOT a valid maintenance and testing function for a SART?

a. Operational test with several vessels to determine effective transmitting range.
b. Inspection of container for apparent damage.
c. Inspect battery expiration date and the lanyard condition.
d. Brief operational test utilizing own ship’s radar.
2. Which of the following is normally part of 406 MHz satellite EPIRBs?
a. A strobe light, automatic float-free bracket, 1-watt 406-MHz alert beacon.
b. A 5-watt 406-MHz alert beacon, Automatic Hydrostatic Release (ARM) strobe light.
c. Automatic float-free bracket, 5-watt 121.5 MHz homing beacon, strobe light.
d. Automatic, Hydrostatic Release (ARM), 1-watt 121.5 MHz alerting beacon, strobe light.
3. Equipment for radiotelephony use in survival craft stations under GMDSS must have what characteristic(s)?
a. Permanently-affixed antenna, watertight, power 1W or 25W.
b. Watertight, power a minimum of 1W, operation on CH-16, Ch-13 & Ch-70.
c. Operation on Ch-16, watertight, permanently-affixed antenna.
d. Operation on Ch-16, Ch-13 & Ch-70, power 1W, permanently-affixed antenna.
4. Which statement is NOT true regarding the requirements of survival craft portable two-way VHF radiotelephone
equipment?
a. Operation on Ch-16
b. Antenna must be permanently-affixed
c. Simplex (single frequency) voice communications only.
d. Effective radiated power should be a minimum of 2.0 Watts.
5. How is mutual interference on 518 kHz among NAVTEX stations avoided?
a. Transmissions scheduled on a time-sharing basis, power limited and station assignment codes are geographically
separated.
b. All stations transmit at the same time but stations are limited to daytime operation only to reduce the radius of
propagation.
c. Transmitter power is limited, station assignment codes are not shared by other NAVAREAS and stations alternate
between daytime and nighttime operations.
d. Station codes are not shared by other NAVAREAS, transmissions scheduled on a time-sharing basis and power is
limited.
6. Which of the following control selections may result in limited receiving range?
a. Setting the squelch control to its minimum level.
b. Setting the squelch control to its maximum level.
c. The power switch is set to the “high” output position, resulting in receiver overloading.
d. Setting the channel selection switch midway between channel 6 and 16.
7. Which of the following factors does not normally affect the range of VHF transmissions?
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a. Salt water ingress into the antenna coaxial cable.
b. Power level setting.
c. Vessel antenna height.
d. Ionospheric refraction.
8. Much longer than normal VHF transmissions are typically caused by?
a. Atmospheric ducting or tropospheric propagation.
b. Changing power from 1W to 25W.
c. Skywave reflections from the D layer.
d. Ionospheric activity in layers F1/F2.
9. Describing VHF transmissions as “line of sight” does not mean?
a. Vessel antenna height will not affect the radius of propagation.
b. The normal transmission range to a coast station is approximately is 10 NM.
c. Coast station antenna height has no effect on the radius of transmission.
d. VHF communications are effective only with nearby stations within visual range of the bridge.
10. The effectiveness of VHF communications is maximized by?
a. Appropriate setting of the transmitter power, selecting an appropriate channel & adjustment of squelch for maximum
receiver sensitivity.
b. The adjustment of squelch for maximum receiver sensitivity, setting transmitter power to 1W & selecting an
appropriate channel.
c. Selecting an appropriate channel, adjustment of squelch for minimum receiver sensitivity & setting transmitter power
to 1W.
d. Selecting an appropriate channel, adjustment of squelch for minimum receiver sensitivity.
11. The VHF-DSC self-test function (if available) usually performs the following?
a. Transmits a very weak DSC signal which is picked up by the Ch-70 receiver.
b. Transmits a weak voice signal which is picked up on Ch-16.
c. Makes a diagnostic test of the system without actually transmitting a signal.
d. Does a check sum of the memory chips.
12. Which statement best describes frequency modulation?
a. Both the amplitude and frequency are changed by the modulating signal.
b. The frequency is changed by the information signal and the amplitude remains unchanged.
c. Frequency modulation is subject to interference by atmospheric noise.
d. High level mixing of the final amplifier signal and the information signal.
13. In Radiowave propagation, the distance traveled by a Radiowave from one wavetop to another is called.
a. Frequency
b. Wavelength
c. Magnetic field
d. Static duration
14. How can rescue personnel detect that a SART is transmitting in the immediate vicinity?
a. The SART’s blips on the PPI will begin showing series of dots and eventually become concentric circles.
b. The SART’s blips on the PPI will begin showing rapid dashes and eventually become concentric circles.
c. Both a and b
d. The SART’s blips on the PPI will begin arcing and eventually become concentric circles.
15. How is mutual interference among NAVTEX stations avoided?
a. Transmitting at maximum power output
b. Transmit MSI once every 24 hours
c. Transmitter power is limited to that necessarily for coverage of assigned area, transmissions by stations in each
NAVAREA are arranged in a time – sharing basis
d. Transmit message type A, B and D only
16. What should an operator do to prevent interference?
a. Do not transmit
b. Adjust squelch
c. Monitor channel before transmitting and make transmission as brief as possible
d. Increase volume
17. When listening to the transmission of every close station, what step must be observed to prevent the strong signal from
“smothering the receiver?
a. Lower power output
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b. Switch off speaker and use headset
c. Adjust volume control
d. Adjust squelch
18. Which of the following statements concerning a fixed RADIOTELEPHONE?

a. Messages detailing important navigational warnings
b. Fixed units operate in the routine mode with RF power level no greater than 1 watt
c. A serious medical situations involving a crewmember
d. Scenarios concerning the safety of navigation of important meteorological warnings
19. What type of batteries most commonly used on board ships as source of back-up power?
a. Lead Battery
b. Lithium Battery
c. Nickel-Cadium (NiCd) Battery
d. Nickel-iron (NiFe) Battery
20. What are the operation of emergency equipment & application of emergency procedures?
a. Distress signal
b. Routine signal
c. Safety signal
d. Urgency signal
21. What are the main points of sending distress message following distress signals?
a. Identification of the vessel in distress
b. Weather condition in the immediate area of the ship
c. Number of crew and passengers
d. Navigational hazards
22. According to the standard marine navigational vocabulary, the message marker which indicates that the following
message informs other traffic participants about danger is?
a. Alerting
b. Messaging
c. Transmitting
d. Warning
23. The defining characteristics of various types of cells are the cell (battery) voltage and the battery capacity. The cell
voltage is open-circuit potential difference between the electrodes (also called electromotive force), Which force of cell
voltage is open-circuit between electrodes?
a. Electromagnetic force
b. Electromotive force
c. Electrostatic force
d. Electrochemical force
24. Which of the primary battery has a characteristic that the cells consist of a zinc cover as the negative electrode?
a. Lead Acid Batteries
b. Lithium Batteries
c. Nickle-Cadmium Batteries
d. Zinc Carbon Cell Batteries
25. What are the voltage requirement mainly used for reserve source of energy in case of power failure from the main
supply?
a. 12 volts AC
b. 12 volts DC
c. 24 volts AC
d. 24 volts DC
26. The measurement for battery capacity, at the temperature of 20 ̊ C is ampere-hour (AH).That means, that the
theoretically a battery of cells, in a good condition, rated at 140 AH can deliver 10 amperes for how many hours of
operations?
a. 5 hours
b. 10 hours
c. 15 hours
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d. 20 hours
27. As a preventive measure, what is the minimum charging system time for a certain batteries with the value of the average
of the charging current should measure 10% of value of the battery’s capacity?
a. 5 hours
b. 10 hours
c. 15 hours
d. 20 hours
28. The reserve sources of energy should be adequate for at least how hours for the conduction of operation, complying
with SOLAS Ch.11-1/42 or 43 and Ch. IV/13.2.1. and 13.2.2, as appropriate?
a. One hour or six hours
b. Two hours or seven hours
c. Three hours or eight hours
d. Four hours or nine hours
29. The radio communication equipment may operate either from the ship’s DC or AC mains supply (often stepped down to
24 V DC), or from 24 V DC supplied by a bank of batteries. As a preventive measures, what do you call for the system that
ensures batteries will automatically take over when main supply fails?
a. Boost charging system
b. Float charging system
c. Dummy charging system
d. Fast charging system
30.As preventive measures, the following rules to be obeyed during operation, control and emergency lighting service of the
storage battery, except for?
a. Do not allow the battery to stand idle for long time this may cause inactivation of the battery cells.
b. Do not charge the battery with very high rate of current because high rate of charging causes high temperature rise
and excessive gassing resulting in heavy loss of water and sometime overflowing of electrolyte from the battery
cells.
c. After every complete discharge, the battery should be immediately charged before returning it to its regular floating
service. Otherwise there may be a chance of deposition of sulphate film on the plates.
d. The specific gravity of the electrolyte may be permanently increased due to ageing effects.
31. What are the types of electromagnetic radiation with enough energy to ionize biological materials?
a. Chemical reactive radiation
b. Radioactive radiation
c. Thermal radiation
d. X-radiation and gamma radiation
32. What are the Radiofrequency radiation that generate energy via water molecules results in rapid heating throught out an
object?
a. Microwave radiation
b. Radioactive radiation
c. X-radiation and gamma radiation
d. Thermal radiation
33. What are the example of a non-telecommunication use of RF energy?
a. Microwave oven
b. Satellite parabolic
c. Whip antenna
d. Radar antenna
34. A vertical (whip) antenna has a radiation pattern best described by?
a. A figure eight
b. A cardioid
c. A circle
d. An ellipse
35. What advantage does a vertical whip have over a long wire?
a. It radiates more signal fore and aft
b. It radiates equally well in all directions
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c. It radiates a strong signal vertically
d. None of the above
36. Which of the following statements about a VHF vertical antenna is true?
a. The longer a VHF antenna the greater the signal gain

b. The radiation pattern is a cardioid
c. Maximum radiation is directly overhead
d. The radiation pattern is a figure eight
37. In the event of failure of the main and emergency sources of electrical power – what is the term for the source required
to supply the GMDSS console with power for conducting Distress and other radio-communications?
a. Emergency power
b. Reserve source of energy
c. Ship’s emergency diesel generator
d. Ship’s standby generator
38. A vertical quarter wave antenna with a good ground connection will:
a. Radiate directionally due to being grounded
b. Not function due to being grounded
c. Only be used in Satellite communications
d. Radiate omni-directionally
C-2 KUP-3
1. The fundamental frequency of the whistle for a vessel 200 meters or more length must be between;
A. 70 and 200 Hz
B. 80 and 200 Hz
C. 90 and 200 Hz
D. 100 and 200 Hz
2. In case of full breakdown for a vessels of less than 75 meters, what is the whistle frequency which will give a relatively
shrill tone?
A. 150 and 700 Hz
B. 200 and 700 Hz
C. 250 and 700 Hz
D. 300 and 700 Hz
3. For a intermediate size of vessel, what will be the whistle frequency required?
A. 110-350 Hz
B. 110-450 Hz
C. 130-350 Hz
D. 130-450 Hz
11. In the event of equipment breakdown, how long should the battery of the SART last when Transpond mode?
A. 4 hours
B. 6 hours
C. 8 hours
D. 10 hours
12. In partial breakdown of equipment, to maximize the effectiveness of VHF communications is by…
A. Appropriate setting of the transmitter power, selecting an appropriate channel & adjustment of squelch for maximum
receiver sensitivity.
B. The adjustment of squelch for maximum receiver sensitivity, setting transmitter power to 1W & selecting an
appropriate channel.
C. Selecting an appropriate channel, adjustment of squelch for minimum receiver sensitivity & setting transmitter power
to 1W.
D. Selecting an appropriate chanel, adjustment of squelch for minimum receiver sensitivity, setting transmitter power to
25W
13. As a secondary method of alerting, SART is to be used for loacating. What signals will be displayed in 3cm x-band
radar if the distance is in between 0-0.5 nm?
A. Range of search craft at approximately 1 nm dots change to wide arcs.
B. SART showing 12 dot blip code bearing approximately 060 degrees.
C. SART showing more than 12 dot blips code.
D. Wide arcs change to concentric circles as the SART is closed.
14. If a vessel is engaged in local trade and at no point in its voyage travels outside the range of a VHF shore station with
continuous DSC alerting then the vessel is operating in what area?
A. Sea area A1
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B. Coastal and international zones
C. Inland and coastal waters
D. Sea areas A1 and A2
15. In partial breakdown, GMDSS-equipped ships will be required to perform which of the following communications
functions?
A. Distress alerting, MSI, SAR and on-scene communications & receipt of satellite alerts from other vessels.
B. SAR and on-scene communications, Bridge-to-Bridge and general radio communications, MSI and relay of
satellite alerts from other vessels.
C. Bidge-to-Bridge and general radio communications, RDF of EPIRB homing signals, Distress alerting and MSI.
D. Transmit distress alerts, SAR and on-scene communications, MSI, Bridge-to-Bridge and general radio
communications.
16. In the event of breakdown, the following are required GMDSS functions for vessels?
A. Transmit and receive locating signals, general communications and SAR communications.
B. Transmit and receive general communications, transmit Distress Alerts by at least one means, MSI.
C. Transmit and receive locating signals, send MSI to other ships via EGC, Bridge-to-Bridge communications.
D. Transmit and receive SAR communications, transmit Distress Alerts by at least one means, Bridge-to Bridge
communications.
17. Transmission of a Distress alert by a station on behalf of another vessel actually in Distress should not occur:
A. When communications between the Distress vessel and a Coast station are already in progress.
B. When the mobile unit actually in Distress is not itself in a position to transmit the Distress alert.
C. When the master or responsible person on the mobile unit not in Distress so decides.
D. When the responsible person at the Coast Station determines further helps is necessary.
18. You are in voice communication on Ch-16 with a vessel in Distress that advises you they are unable to contact a Coast
Station. What action would you take?
A. Send a DSC Distress Relay transmission on Ch-16
B. Attempt to contact a Coast Station using voice on Ch-16 with a Mayday Relay.
C. Make an all ships call with Urgency priority.
D. Call the Coast Station on Ch-70 with Distress priority giving the other vessel’s position.
19. Which of the following steps should be taken, if possible, when the vessel must be abandoned because of a Distress
situation?
A. Alert the U.S. Coast Guard by using the survival craft’s portable Inmarsal unit.
B. Program the SART and EPIRB to transmit the vessel’s location and situation.
C. No additional steps are needed as the SART and EPIRB will both automatically float free and operate properly.
D. Secure the EPIRB to the survival craft and mount the SART in a position to maximize its elevation.
20. If your vessel has suffered a casualty severe enough to disable both ship’s power and the GMDSS console RSE you
should:
A. Activate the EPIRB and/or use the SCT to make a “Mayday” call on Ch-16.
B. Use UHF Transceivers to contact other vessels.
C. Activate the EPIRB and/or use the SCT to make a “Mayday” call on Ch-70.
D. Make a “Mayday” call on Ch-70 and Ch-06 using the Survival Craft Transceiver.
21. In the event of partial breakdown of communication facilities. What action(s) should be taken when abandoning ship?
A. Send a VHF-DSC Distress alert on Ch-16 before going to the boats.
B. Activate the EPIRB and leave it secured to the mounting bracket.
C. Take EPIRB, SART and SCT units to the survival craft and use as circumstances dictate.
D. Once in the survival craft – activate the EPIRB and send a VHF-DSC Distress alert on Ch-16.
23. In case of terrestrial communication breakdown, which of the following satellite systems is of particular & dedicated
importance to search and rescue missions under GMDSS?
A. COSPAS/SARSAT
B. Inmarsat
C. GPS
D. Iridium
26. As in the event of partial satellite equipment breakdown, On scene communications are usually initiated using what
equipment?
A. EPIRB on 121.5 MHz
B. SART on 9 GHz
C. VHF on Ch-16
D. VHF on Ch-70
C-2 KUP-4
1. What is the primary functions of seamen’s insurance law under article III :
A. To provide radio medical consultation by seamen’s insurance radio medical center
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B. To provide medical check-up to seafarer before joining vessel
C. To provide medical check-up to all persons
D. To provide medical assistance free of charge
3. Medical kits carried by ships are classified into how many types:
A. 6
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
A. 50
B. 60
C. 100
D. 30
5. Two rescuer should apply chest compression per minute:
A. 50
B. 60
C. 100
D. 30
6. How many rescue breath must be applied to the patient to restore his breathing:
A. 3
B. 4
C. 2- every 15 chest compression
D. 5
7. How many rescue breath must be applied to the patient to restore his breathing:
A. 1- every 5 chest compression
B. 4
C. 3
D. 2
9. In the EMS system, how many “key-points” communications are required for essential and effective EMS
communication:
A. 3
B. 10
C. 7
D. 5
11. In the event of failure of the main and emergency sources of electrical power, what is the term for the source required
to supply the GMDSS console with power for conducting Distress and other radio-communications?
A. Emergency power
B. Reserve source of energy
C. Ship’s emergency diesel generator
D. Ship’s standby generator
C2K4
1. Which system has the least effective radius of operation?
a. VHF DSC
b. HF SITOR
c. MF NBDF
d. NAVTEX
C1K1
1. How are normal working conditions restored on a narrow band direct printing (NBDP) frequency on which radio
silence had been imposed?
a. The RCC that imposed the radio silence must transmit an NBDP message stating “SILENCE FINI”
b. The CES that imposed the radio silence must transmit a NBDP message stating “SILENCE FINI”
c. The public Correspondence Station (PCS) that imposed the radio silence must transmit a narrow band direct
printing message on the distress frequency stating “SILENCE FINI”
d. The High Seas Service (HSS) that imposed the radio silence must transmit a narrow band direct printing
message on the distress frequency stating “SILENCE FINI”
2. Which of the following steps should be taken, if possible, when the vessel must be abandoned because of a
distress situation
a. Alert the U.S Coast Guard by using the survival craft’s portable INMARSAT unit
b. Program the SART and EPIRB to transmit the vessel’s location and situation
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c. Place the SART and EPIRB in the “on” position and secure them to the survival craft.
d. No additional steps are needed as the SART and EPIRB will both automatically float free and operate properly
3. What indication is given to the personnel of survival craft of the approach of another vessel?
a. The SART will provide a visual or audible indication of interrogation by a 3-cm radar
b. The Satellite EPIRB will emit an audible signal
c. The VHF portable radio will emit an audible alarm signal on 156.525 MHz
d. The VHF portable will provide a visual indication
4. While approaching towards a distress site you hear the message PRU-DONCE over the radio telephone. What will
you do?
a. Use that frequency only restricted working communication
b. Shift your radio guard to the working frequency that will be
c. Advise the sender of your course, speed, position and ETA at the distress site
d. Resume base course and speed because the distress is terminated
5. A DSC call for public correspondence may be repeated on the same or another DSC channel, If no
acknowledgement is received within 5 min. further call attempts should be delayed at least if acknowledgement is
still not received?
a. 10 minutes
b. 15 minutes
c. 20 minutes
d. 30 minutes
C1K2
1. What action should you take after sending a false distress alert on VHF?
a. Send a DSC cancellation message on Ch-70
b. Make a voice announcement to cancel the alert on Ch-16
c. Make a voice announcement to cancel the alert on Ch-13
d. Make a voice announcement to cancel the alert on Ch-22A
a. Advise the Master
b. Transmit a DSC acknowledgment
c. Call the nearest Coast Guard Station
d. No action is necessary
3. If a GMDSS Radio Operator initiates a DSC distress transmission but does not insert a message, what happens?
a. The transmission is aborted and an alarm sounds and indicate this data must be provided by the operator
b. The transmission is not initiated and “ERROR” is indicated on the display readout.
c. The transmission will be made with “default” information provided automatically
d. The receiving station will poll the DSC unit of the vessel in distress to download the necessary information
C1K3
1. The “X” line in AMVER report?
a. Used to request relay of the AMVER report to certain other ship reporting system
b. Current coastal radio station or satellite
c. Used for any English language amplifying comments or remarks the vessel may wish to send AMVER
regarding its current voyage
d. Vessel name and call sign
2. How should longitude 116 deg. 24.3W be written when preparing an AMVER report?
a. 116 ° 24.3W
b. 11624W
c. 116.4W
d. 116W
3. When rendering position reports in the INMARSAT system, the two digit-code to use is:
a. 43
b. 42
c. 41
d. 51
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C1K4
1. The following are the safety measure to be taken during handling storage battery in substation except for?
a. Do not allow the battery to stand idle for long time

b. Do not bring a flame inside the room
c. Do not generate a spark inside the room
d. Wear a plash proof googles, rubber gloves, while working with the battery
2. In Inmarsat operation what is the two-digit code which corresponds to medical assistance
a. 42
b. 32
c. 38
d. 41
3. At the first onset of illness of the crew at sea, the medical services, as provided by law is mandatory, regardless, of
ship’s nationality, the master of the ship must immediately send a Radio Medical Advice to the shore authorities, for
the purpose of:
a. Complying the regulation
b. Inhibit himself from any complaint
c. To save life of the crew
d. None of the above
4. The vessel, most likely, is carrying what type of medical kit:
a. Type A
b. Type B
c. Type C
d. Type D
5. What is a “Radio Medical Consultation” means:
a. Admitting patients in hospital
b. Admitting patients from any sector
c. Outpatients from hospitals
d. 24 hours a –day free radio communication service for all ships seeking medical advice while at sea
6. For the purpose of INFORMATION SECURITY of all personal data taken or gathered from all patient onboard ship
worldwide medical authorities develop a DATABASE to keep all records stringent confidentiality into a computer
system. The program is called:
a. RMSS
b. SEMPOS
c. GMDSS
d. SOLAS
C1K5
1. How should the letter “I” pronounced when spoken on the radiotelephone?
a. IN DEE GO
b. IN DEE AH
c. I EE
d. I VAN HO
C1K6
1. The word FORE is the opposite of ____________________-
a. Port
b. Starboard
c. Upward
d. AFT
2. The bridge deck surface was so ____________ that it took us more than a day to clean
a. Dusty
b. Shinny
c. Rusty
d. Dirty
3. Chief Officer would not allow you to enter _______________________________Permit
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a. IDENTIFY
b. WITHOUT
c. ACCEPTANCE
d. APPROVAL
1. How can SART’s effective range be maximize?

A. The SART should be placed in water immediately upon activation.
B. The SART should be held as high as possible.
C. Switch the SART into the “high” power position.
D. If possible, the SART should be mounted horizontally so that it’s signal matches that of the searching radar
signal.
2. In a lifeboat of liferaft, what is a method of maximizing the effectiveness of an SART?
A. Place the SART into the sea as soon as possible to begin transmitting.
B. Hold or mount the unit as high as possible.
C. Extend the length of the transmitting antenna.
D. Replace the internal battery with the AC power adapter.
3. SARSAT stands for:
A. Search and Rescue Satellite Aided Tracking
B. Coast Earth Station Search and Rescue Aided Tracking
C. Committee on Search and Rescue Aided Tracking
D. Search and Rescue Satellite Alternating Tracking
5. How is a distress priority message ordinarily initiated on board the vessel?
A. By dialing the correct code on the telephone remote unit.
B. By pressing one or more dedicated “distress key/s” on the equipment.
C. By contacting the CES operator, and announcing a distress condition is in existence.
D. By contacting the CES operator using the radiotelephone distress procedure “Mayday…etc.
6. In all cases, the transmit frequency of a MF/HF console DSC distress alert:
A. Will go out first on 2187.5 kHz.
B. Will go out on 8 MHz and 2 MHz and one other DSC distress frequency.
C. It depends upon operator DSC Call set up entries
9. When positive information is received that a ship or a person on board is in grave and imminentdanger and in need of
immediate assistance, the emergency phase declared is:
A. uncertainty phase
B. alert phase
C. distress phase
D. critical phase
10. When a ship has been reported overdue at destination or it has failed to make an expected position or safety report, the
emergency phase declared is:
B. alert phase
C. distress phase
D. critical phase
11. When there is apprehension regarding the safety of a ship or the persons on board or information has been received
indicating that the operational efficiency of a ship is impaired but not to the extent that a distress situation is likely, the
emergency phase declared is:
B. alert phase
C. distress phase
D. critical phase
12. You have abandoned ship and after two days in a liferaft you can see an aircraft near the horizon apparently carrying out
a search pattern. You should__________________.
A. Use visual distress signals in conjunction with the EPIRB
B. Use the voice transmission capability of the EPIRB to guide the aircraft to your raft
C. Switch the EPIRB to the homing signal mode
D. Turn on the strobe light on the top of the EPIRB
C-2 KUP-2
1. When will be the float-free Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon be activated after abandoning ship due to fire
onboard?
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A. When manually activated
B. Automatic Operation
C. When out of the bracket
D. Immediately after floating free
2. A vessel is on fire and require immediate assistance. The VHF call starts with:
A. “MAYDAY” spoken 3 times
B. MAYDAY (3x)
C. PAN PAN PAN (3x)
D. SECURITE (3x)
3. The VHF radiotelephone calling, safety, distress, frequency is______________.
A. 156.300 MHz (Channel 06)
B. 156.650 MHz (Channel 13)
C. 156.800 MHz (Channel 16)
D. 156.525 MHz (Channel 70)
4. What is the Internationally recognized “URGENCY” signal?
A. The letters “TTT” transmitted three times by radiotelegraphy.
B. Three oral repetitions of the word “safety” sent before the call.
C. The word “PAN PAN” spoken three times before the urgent call.
D. The pronouncement of the word “Mayday”
C-2 KUP-3
1. What is a practical way to avoid harmful interference on an appreciately clear frequency before calling CQ on CW or
phone?
A. Send “QRL?” on CW, followed by your call sign: or, if using phone, ask if the frequency is in use, followed by your
call sign
B. Listen for 2 minutes before calling CQ
C. Send the letter “V” in Morse code several times and listen for a response or say “test” several times and listen for
a response
D. Send “QSY” on CW or if using phone, announce “the frequency is in use”, then give your call and listen for a
response
2. The urgent priority should be used for_________________
A. Messages concerning the Safety of Life At Sea (SOLAS).
B. Messages detailing important navigational warnings.
C. Messages containing information concerning the safety of a mobile unit or person.
D. Messages concerning On-scene communications.
3. Which action is the most appropriate action for a GMDSS radio Operator to take in a distress situation where immediate
help is needed, but the vessel is not sinking nor needs to be abandoned?
A. Switch off EPIRB and SART manually.
B. Transmit distress call by HF/MF/VHF DSC or Inmarsat
C. Notify the RCC (Rescue Coordination Center) through VHF FM on Channel 13.
D Transmit distress call by activating the radiotelegraph automatic alarm signal
7. Which statement is NOT true regarding the requirements of survival craft portable two-way VHF radiotelephone
equipment?
A. Operation on Ch-16
B. Antenna must be permanently-affixed
C. Simplex (single frequency) voice communications only
D. Effective radiated power should be a minimum of 2.0 Watts.
8. The fundamental frequency of the whistle for a vessel 200 meters or more in length must be between:
A. 70 and 200 Hz
B. 80 and 200 Hz
C. 90 and 200 Hz
D. 100 and 200 Hz
C-2 KUP-4
A. 50
B. 60
C. 100
D. 30
4. Relative to question no.3, Two rescuer should apply chest compression per minute:
A. 50
B. 60
C. 100
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D. 30
5. When measured directly above given point, radiation in the ionosphere is lowest orlesser minimum during what time?
A. At night
B. At sunlight
C. At noon
D. Sunrise or Night
C-1 KUP-1
A. It is intended to automate and improve emergency communications in the maritime industry
B. It is intended to automate and improve existing digital selective calling procedures and techniques
C. It is intended to provide more effective but lower cost commercial communications.
D. It is intended to provide compulsory vessels with a collision avoidance system when they are operating in waters
that are also occupied by non-compulsory vessels.
A. Allow more effective control of SAR situations by vessels.
B. Provide additional shipboard systems for more effective company communications.
C. Automate and improve emergency communications for the world’s shipping industry.
D. Effective and inexpensive communications
3. What is the responsibility of vessels under GMDSS?
A. Vessels over 300 gross tons may be required to render assistance if such assistance does not adversely affect
their port schedule.
B. Only that vessel, regardless of size, closest to a vessel in distress, is required to render assistance.
C. Every ship is able to perform those communications functions that are essential for the safetyof the ship itself and
of other ships.
D. Vessels operating under GMDSS, outside of areas effectively serviced by shoreside authorities, operating in sea
areas A2, and A4 may be required to render assistance in distress situations.
4. Which of the following systems is least likely to be subject to fading or static interference?
A. HF SITOR
B. Inmarsat
C. MF-HF DSC Controller
D. VHF ARQ
A. to repel piracy attacks
B. it is intended to automate and improve emergency communication in maritime industry
C. to increase participation in ship reporting system
D. to transport more cargoes effectively
7. What is the meaning of “Reserve Souce of Energy?”
A. The supply of electrical energy sufficient to operate the radio installations for the purpose of conducting distress
and safety communications in the event of failure of the ship’s main and emergency souces of electrical power.
B. High caloric value items for lifeboat, per SOLAS regulations
C. Diesel fuel stored for the purpose of operating the powered survival craft for a period of equal to or exceeding the
U.S.C.G and SOLAS equipment.
D. None of these
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11 1. What is mean by term radio silence?

b) MF radiotelephony on 2182 kHz.

d) Satellite or Float-Free EPIRB’s , 9 Ghz signal SART’s

13. What is the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System?

C. At the annual SOLAS inspection.

D. The receiving station should acknowledge

f) At 1400H ship commence loading

1. Which is NOT a valid maintenance and testing function for a SART?

18. Which of the following statements concerning a fixed RADIOTELEPHONE?

a. The longer a VHF antenna the greater the signal gain

a. Do not allow the battery to stand idle for long time

1. How can SART’s effective range be maximize?

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