Question 308Deck General70% to pass
The Master shall insure that the Emergency Position Indicating Radio beacon (EPIRB) is _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) tested monthly.
The Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) is a critical safety device that is required to be tested monthly on vessels that carry them. This is a regulatory requirement set forth by the US Coast Guard to ensure the EPIRB is functioning properly and will activate in the event of an emergency.
The other options are incorrect because: A) the EPIRB should not be secured in the emergency locker, as it needs to be readily accessible; B) the EPIRB is not required to be secured inside the wheelhouse; and D) annual testing is not sufficient, as monthly testing is the regulatory requirement.
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