GMDSS

Question 1

Daily tests

Answer 1

DSC System self-test
Batteries charged
Printer – red lines
NAVTEX – self test, set up correctly
Sat-C – correct satellite, signal, correct ECGs, self test
SAT PHONE – make call

Question 2

Weekly tests

Answer 2

DSC External test
Batteries
Back-up power (LOAD)

Question 3

Monthly checks

Answer 3

Portable VHF
EPIRB & SART
Antenna, battery installation

Question 4

ALRS

Answer 4

1 – Maritime radio stations
2 – Radio A to N
3 – Martime safety information service
4 – Met observation stations
5 – GMDSS
6 – Pilot, VTS, ports

Question 5

Receipt of Mayday

Answer 5

LOG ALL INFORMATION – USE DICTAPHONE
CALL MASTER
RESPOND AS APPROPRIATE
APEM TO POSITION
IAMSAR CONSULTED
LOOKOUTS POSTED
MAKE BEST SPEED