Question 128Deck Safety70% to pass
What is the primary equipment for receiving MSI?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) NAVTEX.
NAVTEX is the primary equipment for receiving Maritime Safety Information (MSI), which includes navigational and meteorological warnings, forecasts, and other urgent marine safety information. NAVTEX is a specialized receiver that automatically prints out this critical information, making it an essential tool for mariners to stay informed and safe while at sea.
The other options are incorrect because: A) EPIRB is an emergency position-indicating radio beacon used to alert rescue services in the event of a distress situation, C) SART is a radar transponder used to aid in the location of survival craft, and D) INMARSAT-B is a satellite communication system that provides voice and data services, but is not the primary means of receiving MSI.
Related Questions
#126 What is meant by "CES"? #127 Specific radio frequencies are designated as International Maritime frequencies used for voice distress, safety and hailing. Which of the following is an International Maritime VHF-FM frequency as described previously? #129 Define the acronym MSI. #130 Which categories of NAVTEX messages may not be selectively rejected through receiver programming? #131 Which category of NAVTEX messages may be rejected in some receivers, BUT SHOULD NOT?