Question 233 Deck Safety

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VHF Channel 6 is used exclusively for what kind of communications?

A Inter-vessel safety and search and rescue
B Working with helicopters
C Radio checks and time checks
D Radio direction finding
AI Explanation

The correct answer is A) Inter-vessel safety and search and rescue. VHF Channel 6 is designated for safety communications between vessels. This includes exchanging information related to the safety of navigation, coordinating search and rescue operations, and other critical communications between ships. It is not used for routine radio checks, direction finding, or working with helicopters, which is why options B, C, and D are incorrect.

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