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what a yacht over 500gt needs and how and why each piece of
equipment works.
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When would you expect a Solas A or Solas B for a liferaft?
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What does a Solas pack A liferaft contain?
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liferafts on ships are fitted with the following equipment:
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- Rescue quoits with minimum 30-metre lines.
- Non-folding knife with a buoyant handle. If the life raft holds more than 13
persons, then a second knife. - For 12 persons or less, 1 bailer. For more than 13 persons, 2 bailers should be
kept. - 2 sponges.
- 2 buoyant paddles.
- 3 tin openers.
- 2 sea anchors.
- 1 pair of scissors.
- 1 first aid waterproof kit.
- 1 whistle.
- 1 waterproof torch for communicating morse code with 1 spare set of batteries
and bulb. - 1 signalling mirror/heliograph.
- 1 radar reflector.
- 1 life-saving signals waterproof card.
- 1 fishing tackle.
- Food ration totalling not less than 10000 kJ for each person.
- Water ration- 1.5 litres of fresh water for each person.
- One rust proof graduated drinking vessel.
- Anti-sea sickness medicine sufficient for at least 48 hours and one seasickness
bag for each person. - Instructions on how to survive (Survival booklet).
- Instructions on immediate action.
- TPA sufficient for 10% of the number of persons or two, whichever is greater.
- Marking shall be SOLAS ‘A’ Pack.
- 6 Hand Flares.
- 4 Rocket Parachute Flares.
- 2 Buoyant Smoke Signals.
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What are the Markings on a Liferaft
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- The makers name or trade mark;
- A serial number;
- The date of manufacture;
- The name of the approving authority;
- The name and place of servicing station where it was last serviced;
- The number of persons it is permitted to accommodate.
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What do you do once in the liferaft?
Primary Actions
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- Assist other survivors to board craft.
*Manoeuvre clear from ship’s side or obstructions’Use safety knife provided.
- Reduce the rate of drift. This allows survivors to reach the craft and helps keep craft at location of casualty.
*hold entrances at angle to weather as it helps to prevent capsizing.
- Keep out of water (sea or rain) and wind. Allow natural body heat of survivors
to warm interior air. - Insulation – Inflate the floor of the raft.
*Seaworthiness – Remove excessive
water.
*Check for damage. Repair or plug if necessary. Check position of
inflation (topping up) valves.
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What do you do once in the liferaft?
Secondary Actions
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- Seasickness: Take seasickness pills early to prevent incapacitation.
- Injured Crew: Keep airways clear and control bleeding. Use the first aid kit per the instructions.
- Bail Out: Remove water with a bailer and dry with sponges.
- Warming Up: Huddle to share warmth without upsetting trim. Use spare clothing and sit on lifejackets for insulation.
- Make a Large Target:Join and secure with other craft for mutual aid.
- Search for Survivors: Post lookouts for signals and useful debris. Use the quoit and line to assist without swimming. Maneuver the raft with a drogue or paddle.
- Read the Handbook: Refer to the survival craft handbook for more actions.
- Morale: Combat cold, anxiety, hunger, and thirst to maintain a strong will to survive. Keep spirits high and confidence in rescue.
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What is a HRU? What depth must it work?
What is a weak link and why?
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9
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What is a rescue boat?
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10
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What equipment must it have?
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The MCA have issued guideline ( Regarding a drill in the life boat) as to how this evolution should be practiced. MSN
1722 lists these considerations, which may be summarized as follows:
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- There must be a toolbox talk prior to any launch, dropping anchor, etc.
- There is no legal requirement to practice launching underway but if such a practice is carried out it should normally be carried out at anchor or alongside where there is sufficient movement between the vessel and the water.
- Drill should only be carried out under the supervision of an officer
experienced in such drills. - Lifejackets and immersion suits (where appropriate) and head protection should be worn.
- 2-way radiotelephone comms. between rescue boat, the bridge and the i/c of lowering should be established.
- During lowering and recovering the propeller of the ship should be stopped on that side if practicable.
- The boats engines should be running before it enters the water.
- The practice should be followed by a de-brief.
- board crew at deck level
*Set hook
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13
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What should the crew of the rescue boat never do?
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The crew should never be in the boat when it is slung inboard.
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When should the crew man the rescue boat?
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The crew should man the boat when it reaches deck level.
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What should the crew do when recovering the boat?
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The crew should step out as it reaches deck level before it is swung in.
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What is the custom in professional yachts during evolutions like launching a tender?
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Evolutions should be carried out quietly.
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To be able to safely launch a rescue boat underway the following
equipment needs to be carried?
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- An approved boat with the engine.
- An approved launching arrangement. Lifting gear has been checked and certified.
- A painter line - effectively the bow line of the boat. When it is released into the water it will fall back on this and be towed by the mother vessel until ready toproceed.
- An approved release mechanism in accordance with the above regulations.
The most common type is the RFD hook - it needs to be able to release theboat swiftly as soon as it reaches the water. - Tending lines - to steady the boat as it is being maneuvered on the davit.
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What do 406 MHz EPIRBs work with?
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Cospas-Sarsat polar orbiting satellite system
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What type of coverage do 406 MHz EPIRBs provide?
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True global coverage
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What is the alert delay for 406 MHz EPIRBs?
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About 90 minutes
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What does the alert delay depend on?
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When the satellites come into view on the horizon
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To what accuracy can the satellite determine the position of an EPIRB?
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Within 5km (3 miles)
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What does the coded message from an EPIRB identify?
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The exact vessel to which the EPIRB is registered
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On what frequency can rescuers home in to locate the casualty?
121.5MHz
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EPIRB how long must it work for?
Minimum of 48 hours
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How often to be checked?
your EPIRB and its ancillary devices should be inspected monthly to ensure that they are always ready to work.
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What frequencies must Solas-approved EPIRB transmit on and why?
They transmit a digital identification code on 406 MHz and a low-power "homing" signal on 121.5 MHz.
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What is a Search and Rescue Transponder (SART)?
A self-contained, waterproof radar transponder intended for emergency use at sea.
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What is the primary function of a radar-SART?
To locate a survival craft or distressed vessel by creating a series of dots on a rescuing ship's radar display.
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What frequency does a SART respond to?
9 GHz X-band (3 cm wavelength) radar.
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True or False: A SART can be seen on S-band radar.
False.
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What does the Shipboard Global Maritime Distress Safety System (GMDSS) include?
One or more search and rescue locating devices.
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What happens when a radar signal is received by the S4 Rescue?
It automatically transmits a response signal that identifies the survival craft on the radar screen with a stream of 12 in-line dots.
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How long can the S4 remain in standby mode once activated?
Over 96 hours.
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What is the typical shape and size of a SART?
Cylindrical and about the size of a person's forearm.
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What color are SARTs typically?
Brightly coloured.
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SART transmit on which frequency?
A SART will only respond to a 9 GHz X-band (3 cm wavelength) radar
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How long do they last in standby condition?
SARTs should be equipped with a battery, with a capacity of working 96 hours in Standby Mode and 8 hours in continuous Transpond Mode.
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how long following the standby period of the sart being continuously interrogated?
The batteries fitted to a SART allow operation in the standby condition for at least 96 h, plus a further 8 h whilst being interrogated
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What does SOLAS Part D Regulation 43 state about emergency electrical power?
The electrical power available shall be sufficient to supply all essential services for safety in an emergency
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How long must the emergency source of electrical power supply essential services?
For a period of 18 hours
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What services must be supplied for 18 hours according to SOLAS Part D Regulation 43?
* Navigation lights and other lights required by the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea
* VHF radio installation (for ships constructed on or after 1 February 1995)
* All internal communication equipment required in an emergency
* Shipborne navigational equipment as required by regulation V/12
* Fire detection and fire alarm system
* Intermittent operation of daylight signalling lamp, ship's whistle, manually operated call points, and all internal signals required in an emergency
* One of the fire pumps
* Steering gear if required by that regulation
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What may the Administration do if the provision for navigational equipment is unreasonable or impracticable?
Waive the requirement for ships of less than 5,000 gross tonnage
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Fill in the blank: The emergency source of electrical power must be capable of supplying services for __________ hours.
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True or False: The emergency power supply must support all internal communication equipment for 12 hours.
False
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What is required for intermittent operation during an emergency?
* Daylight signalling lamp
* Ship's whistle
* Manually operated call points
* All internal signals required in an emergency
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What is the minimum requirement for fire pumps during an emergency according to SOLAS?
One of the fire pumps must be operable for a period of 18 hours
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What is the role of the emergency source of electrical power in an emergency situation?
To supply essential services for safety
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Create a list of all the distress signals
Orange smoke signal
EPIRB
Mayday
Orange Signal Flag
Flames on the vessel
Marker
Square flag and ball
A red rocket or hand flare
Code Flags
Hand signal
Multi-star-flare
Parachute flare (day and night)
Sart (search and rescue transponder)
SOS Distress Light
Assistance
Continuous sounding of a fog horn
Digital selective calling distress signal
Flares
Gunshots or explosive sounds
Mirrors
Over
Pistol-launched parachute red flare distress signals
Position
Repeated raising and lowering of arms
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helicopter rescue operation at sea do's and do nots
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What must occur prior to or immediately upon departure for a ship with passengers onboard for more than 24 hours?
Musters of newly-embarked passengers
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What instruction must be given to passengers during the muster?
Use of the lifejackets and action to take in an emergency
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When should a passenger safety briefing be given?
Immediately before departure or immediately after departure
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How should the passenger safety briefing be communicated?
By means of an announcement in one or more languages likely to be understood by the passengers
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What system should be used to make the safety announcement?
The ship's public address system or other equivalent means
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How often must crew members with enclosed space entry or rescue responsibilities participate in drills?
At least once every two months
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What is recommended for new seafarers regarding dangerous space entry?
Attend a dedicated course for entry into dangerous spaces
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Fill in the blank: Passengers shall be instructed in the use of _______.
[lifejackets]
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True or False: The safety briefing can be delivered in only one language.
False
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What is the purpose of emergency drills?
To conduct drills as if there were an actual emergency.
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How often must every crew member participate in abandon ship and fire drills?
At least once every month.
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What is the protocol if more than 25% of the crew have not participated in drills in the previous month?
Drills shall take place within 24 hours of the ship leaving a port.
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When must drills be held if a ship enters service for the first time?
Before the vessel sails.
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Under what condition must drills be conducted after a major modification of a ship?
Drills shall be held before the vessel sails.
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What type of drills must every crew member participate in monthly?
Abandon ship drill and fire drill.
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Fill in the blank: Drills shall, as far as practicable, be conducted as if there were an actual _______.
[emergency]
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True or False: Only a portion of the crew is required to participate in monthly drills.
False
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Each abandon ship drill shall include
* Summoning of passengers and crew to muster stations with the general
emergency alarm followed by drill announcement on the public address or
other communication system and ensuring that they are made aware of the
order to abandon ship;
* Reporting to stations and preparing for the duties described in the muster list;
* Checking that passengers and crew are suitably dressed;
* Checking that lifejackets are correctly donned;
* Lowering of at least one lifeboat after any necessary preparation for launching;
* Starting and operating the lifeboat engine;
* Operation of davits used for launching liferafts;
* A mock search and rescue of passengers trapped in their staterooms; and
* Instruction in the use of radio life-saving appliances.
* Emergency lighting for mustering and abandonment shall be tested at each
abandon ship drill.
## Footnote
As far as is reasonable and practicable, rescue boats other than lifeboats which are
also rescue boats, shall be launched each month with their assigned crew aboard and
manoeuvred in the water and in any case this requirement shall be complied with at
least once every three months.
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Enclosed space entry and rescue drills
Enclosed space entry and rescue drills shall be planned and conducted in a safe
manner. Each enclosed space entry and rescue drill shall include:
* Checking and use of personal protective equipment required for entry;
* Checking and use of communication equipment and procedures;
* Checking and use of instruments for measuring the atmosphere in enclosed
spaces;
* Checking and use of rescue equipment and procedures; and
* Instructions in first aid and resuscitation techniques.
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When should on-board training in the use of the ship's life-saving appliances be given?
As soon as possible but not later than two weeks after a crew member joins the ship.
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What should the on-board training include?
Instructions in the use of fire-extinguishing appliances, life-saving appliances, and survival at sea.
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How often should training be conducted for crew members on regularly scheduled rotating assignments?
Not later than two weeks after the time of first joining the ship.
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What is the time frame to cover all of the ship's life-saving and fire-extinguishing appliances?
All appliances shall be covered within any period of two months.
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What specific topics should every crew member receive instructions on?
* Operation and use of inflatable liferafts
* Problems of hypothermia and first-aid treatment
* Special instructions for severe weather conditions
* Operation and use of fire-extinguishing appliances
* Risks associated with enclosed spaces
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True or False: The instructions for use of life-saving appliances must include special instructions for severe sea conditions.
True
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Fill in the blank: The problems of _______ and first-aid treatment for hypothermia are part of the training.
hypothermia
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What should the training incorporate regarding drills?
Training should be given at the same interval as the drills.
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What guidance should be considered for safe entry into enclosed spaces?
Guidance provided in recommendations developed by the IMO.
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What must be recorded in the log-book according to the Administration?
Details of musters, abandon ship drills, fire drills, enclosed space entry and rescue drills, drills of other life-saving appliances, and onboard training
## Footnote
The log-book serves as an official record of safety training and drills conducted on board.
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What should be entered in the log-book if a full muster, drill, or training session is not held at the appointed time?
An entry stating the circumstances and the extent of the muster, drill, or training session held
## Footnote
This ensures accountability and documentation of any deviations from scheduled safety procedures.
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Fill in the blank: The log-book must record details of _______ drills.
[abandon ship]
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True or False: Only fire drills need to be recorded in the log-book.
False
## Footnote
Multiple types of drills and training sessions must be recorded, not just fire drills.
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What type of training details are required to be logged?
Onboard training
## Footnote
This includes any training related to safety and emergency procedures.
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Content of Muster Lists
The muster list shall specify detail of the general alarm signal and also the action to be
taken by crew and passengers when the alarm is sounded. The list will specify how
the order to abandon ship will be given.
The muster list shall show the duties assigned to different members of the crew
including:
* Closing of watertight doors, fire doors, valves, scuppers, sidescuttles,
skylights, portholes and other similar openings in the ship;
* The equipping of survival craft and other life-saving appliances;
* The preparation and launching of survival craft;
* The general preparations of other life-saving appliances;
* The muster of passengers;
* The use of communication equipment;
* Manning of fire parties to deal with fires;
* Special duties assigned in respect of the use of fire fighting equipment and
installations.
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What shall be carried out weekly according to the guidelines?
Tests and inspections on survival craft, rescue boats, and launching appliances
## Footnote
A report on these inspections must be entered in the log-book.
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What is included in the visual inspection of survival craft and rescue boats?
Condition of hooks, attachment to the lifeboat, confirmation that the on-load release gear has been reset
## Footnote
The inspection ensures readiness for use.
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How long should all engines in lifeboats and rescue boats be run during inspections?
Not less than 3 minutes
## Footnote
This is provided the ambient temperature is above the minimum required for starting and running the engine.
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What must be demonstrated during the engine run time in lifeboats and rescue boats?
The gear box and gear box train are engaging satisfactorily.
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What is the exception for running an outboard motor fitted to a rescue boat?
It must be run with its propeller submerged, or a suitable water supply may be provided.
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What alarm should be tested during weekly inspections?
The general emergency alarm.
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What shall be carried out monthly regarding lifeboats?
All lifeboats, except free-fall lifeboats, shall be turned out from their stowed position and inspected for life-saving appliances.
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What conditions must be met for lifeboats to be turned out from their stowed position?
Weather and sea conditions must allow.
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What checklist is required for the inspection of life-saving appliances?
The checklist required by subsection to ensure completeness and good order.
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What is the maximum interval for servicing inflatable liferafts and related equipment?
At intervals not exceeding 12 months.
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Under what condition can the servicing interval be extended to 17 months?
If it is impracticable to service within 12 months.
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Where must inflatable liferafts and lifejackets be serviced?
At an approved servicing station which is competent to service them.
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What qualifications must personnel have at the servicing station?
Only properly trained personnel.
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Fill in the blank: Every inflatable liferaft, inflatable lifejacket, marine evacuation system and inflated rescue boat shall be serviced at intervals not exceeding _______.
12 months
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True or False: Free-fall lifeboats must be turned out from their stowed position during monthly tests.
False
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What should the instructions for on-board maintenance of life-saving appliances include?
Instructions should include:
* A checklist for use when carrying out the inspections
* Maintenance and repair instructions
* A schedule of periodic maintenance
* A diagram of lubrication points with the recommended lubricants
* A list of replaceable parts
* A list of sources of spare parts
* A log for records of inspections and maintenance
## Footnote
These elements ensure that maintenance is thorough and systematic.
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True or False: Maintenance instructions for life-saving appliances should be complex and difficult to understand.
False
## Footnote
Instructions should be easily understood.
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Fill in the blank: A _______ should be included for use when carrying out the inspections.
checklist
## Footnote
This helps ensure that all necessary steps are followed during inspections.
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What is the purpose of a diagram of lubrication points in maintenance instructions?
To show the recommended lubricants for each lubrication point
## Footnote
This aids in proper maintenance and functionality of the appliances.
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What type of records should be maintained according to the instructions?
Records of inspections and maintenance
## Footnote
This log helps track the maintenance history of each appliance.
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List three components that should be included in the maintenance instructions.
* Maintenance and repair instructions
* A schedule of periodic maintenance
* A list of replaceable parts
## Footnote
These components ensure that the appliances are properly maintained and functional.
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How long must the buoyant line be on a lifebuoy?
A lifebuoy attached to a buoyant heaving line that is at least 15 metres (49.2 feet) in length.
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how many line throwing devices should you have onboard
To comply with SOLAS requirements, four complete rocket and line assemblies should be carried on board. The device has a throwing range of between 230m and 250m.
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Do you fire the line throwing device up wind or down wind?
A line-throwing device should be fired upwind
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Flares must be stored in what? How long does a rocket flare burn for? Colour?
The red parachute rocket flare provides a long range signal by projecting a very bright flare to a height of about 300m; this burns for about 40 seconds
Flares need to be stored in a waterproof container.
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Do you need hand flares? How long must they burn for?
The hand-held red is a short range distress signal and is used during the day or at night when in sight of another vessel, a rescue helicopter or land. It is less bright than a parachute flare and will burn for about one minute with a visibility range of a few miles.
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Smoke signals, must emit which colour? How long for?
SA Code (Chapter III, regulation 34; section 3.2 on pyrotechnics):
🚩 Hand-Held & Buoyant Smoke Signals
Must emit highly visible coloured smoke — ORANGE.
Duration: at least 3 minutes in calm conditions.
Must not emit flame during operation.
Must continue to function when submerged in 1 metre of water for 10 seconds.
These are carried in survival craft (lifeboats, liferafts) and are mainly for daytime distress signaling.
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Lifejackets, what must they be able to do in calm water?
in calm water, SOLAS (and the UK implementing regs referred to in MGN 71 (M)) require that lifejackets must:
Turn an unconscious person face-up within 5 seconds.
Support the wearer’s head so the mouth is held clear of the water (at least 120 mm for adults, 80 mm for children).
Keep the body stable in a position of safety (prevent rolling face-down).
Provide sufficient buoyancy (usually ≥150N for adult SOLAS-approved jackets).
These requirements ensure that even if someone is unconscious, the lifejacket will automatically rotate them onto their back and keep their airway clear of the water in calm conditions.
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What else must a lifejacket have on it or attached to it?
the Life-Saving Appliances (LSA) Code / SOLAS sets out very specific requirements for what a lifejacket must be fitted with. A compliant lifejacket must have or carry:
Whistle – securely attached by a cord, for attracting attention.
Self-igniting light – white light, visible for at least 2 miles, lasting at least 8 hours (can be flashing at 50–70 flashes per minute).
Retro-reflective material – to aid location by searchlights and during daylight.
Buoyancy material – must not be affected by oil or seawater, and must not deteriorate from long-term stowage.
Fastening arrangements – simple, quick, and effective, ensuring the lifejacket can be donned in ≤1 minute without assistance.
Head support – buoyant collar or equivalent, to keep the wearer’s head tilted back and mouth clear of water.
Markings – SOLAS approval, size (adult/child), and instructions for donning.
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Tell me about the light on a life jacket
🔦 Lifejacket Light Requirements
Type:
Self-igniting light (automatically comes on when in water).
Must not be capable of being extinguished accidentally (but can be switched off manually).
Colour:
White only.
Intensity / Visibility:
Must be visible for a distance of at least 2 nautical miles.
Duration:
Must operate for at least 8 hours continuously.
Flash Option:
If flashing, the flash rate must be 50–70 flashes per minute.
A flashing light is acceptable instead of a steady light, provided visibility is not reduced.
Attachment:
Securely fitted to the lifejacket.
Positioned so it is above water when worn.
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Immersion suits how quickly should it be able to be donned in?
All immersion suits must be designed to be donned in less than 2 minutes – including any associated clothing or a lifejacket as required.
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Tell me about lifebuoys
🛟 Lifebuoy Requirements
Construction & Performance
Must be circular in shape.
Made of inherently buoyant material (not reliant on inflation).
Must not sustain burning or continue melting after exposure to fire.
Must support 14.5 kg of iron in fresh water for 24 hours.
Must withstand a 30 m drop into water without damage.
Weight: minimum 2.5 kg, so they can throw effectively against wind.
Size
Outer diameter ≤ 800 mm.
Inner diameter ≥ 400 mm (so an adult can fit through easily).
Numbers Required
Vary by ship size and type (generally at least 8 to 30 lifebuoys depending on vessel length).
On passenger ships: minimum 1 lifebuoy for every 15 metres of ship length, some fitted with lights, some with smoke signals.
Attachments
Lifebuoy lights:
At least half of the total lifebuoys must carry self-igniting lights (white, ≥2 NM visibility, ≥2 hours).
Smoke signals:
At least 2 lifebuoys must carry self-activating smoke signals (orange smoke, ≥15 minutes).
These are always fitted together with a self-igniting light.
Lines:
At least 2 lifebuoys must be fitted with 30 m of buoyant line for recovery purposes.
Placement
Must be readily available along both sides of the ship and on open decks.
Stowed so they can be rapidly released from the bridge and other control points.
At least one must be placed near the stern for immediate use in “man overboard” situations.
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What is a training manual?
The training manual is the shipboard reference that contains:
Instructions and information on life-saving appliances carried on board,
Personal protective equipment and where it is located,
Information on survival techniques, hazards of exposure, retrieval methods, and
Emergency repair of life-saving appliances.
It serves as the basis for crew training and instructions:
Officers can use it when giving formal instruction.
Crew can use it as a reference and self-study resource.
Location & Access:
A copy must be accessible to every crew member.
On ships ≥500 GRT, copies are required in each messroom and recreation room, or in each cabin.
Format:
May include audio-visual aids.
Should be compatible with shipboard safety emergency plans (per ISM Code and SOLAS Ch. IX).
## Footnote
Lifebuoys must be strong, fire-resistant, at least 2.5 kg, 800 mm max diameter, fitted in sufficient numbers, and equipped with a mix of lights, smoke signals, and buoyant lines, distributed for quick release around the ship.
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Which yachts require lifeboats?
Only yachts >85m (or as per Large Yacht Code). Others may carry liferafts.
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When would you expect SOLAS A vs SOLAS B liferafts?
SOLAS A: For vessels on long international voyages.
SOLAS B: For vessels on short international voyages.
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Key contents of SOLAS A liferaft?
Flares, food & water rations, fishing tackle, medical kit, torch, radar reflector, sea anchors, bailers, knives, paddles, TPAs, survival booklet, etc.
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What markings must every liferaft have?
Maker’s name, serial no., manufacture date, approving authority, last service station, and number of persons carried.
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Primary actions after boarding?
Assist others, clear ship’s side, reduce drift, insulate/warm raft, repair if needed.
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Secondary actions?
Prevent/treat seasickness, treat injuries, bail water, huddle for warmth, maintain morale, make raft visible, post lookouts.
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What is HRU and when does it activate?
Device that automatically releases liferaft at ~4m depth.
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What is a weak link?
Breaks if raft inflates underwater, preventing the ship from dragging it down.
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What is a rescue boat?
A boat designed to recover persons from the water and marshal survival craft.
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What equipment must a rescue boat carry?
Compass, engine, fuel, oars/paddles, first aid kit, TPAs, searchlight, painter, lifebuoy with light, bailer, etc.
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How often should rescue boat drills be practiced?
Monthly if possible, at least once every 3 months.
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Frequency of EPIRB transmission?
406 MHz (Cospas-Sarsat) + 121.5 MHz homing.
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Battery life once activated?
48 hours minimum.
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How often checked?
Monthly (self-test) + annual shore servicing.
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What is a SART?
Radar transponder responding to 9 GHz X-band radar.
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How does it appear on radar?
12 in-line dots pointing towards target.
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Duration?
96 hrs standby, 8 hrs continuous transmission.
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How often must crew do abandon ship/fire drills?
Monthly. If >25% of crew are new, must drill within 24 hrs of sailing.
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What must an abandon ship drill include?
Muster, donning lifejackets, launching lifeboat, starting engine, operating davits, mock SAR, testing emergency lighting.
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What must a lifejacket do?
Turn unconscious person face-up within 5 seconds in calm water.
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What must be attached to a lifejacket?
Whistle, retro-reflective tape, light (0.75 candela, min. 8 hrs).
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How quickly must an immersion suit be donned?
Within 2 minutes, without assistance.
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Rocket flare: duration & colour?
40s, red.
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Hand flare: duration & colour?
1 min, red.
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Smoke signal: duration & colour?
3 min, orange.
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Which yachts must carry lifeboats?
Yachts over 85m (or as per LY code). Smaller may carry liferafts.
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What’s the difference between SOLAS A & SOLAS B liferafts?
SOLAS A → long international voyages.
SOLAS B → short international voyages.
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What’s inside a SOLAS A liferaft pack?
Flares, food, water, fishing kit, medical kit, radar reflector, paddles, knives, bailers, TPAs, sea anchors, survival booklet, etc.
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How is a liferaft marked?
Maker’s name, serial no., approval, manufacture date, capacity, last service.
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What’s the HRU and when does it release?
Hydrostatic Release Unit → releases liferaft at ~4m depth.
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What’s the weak link in HRU?
Breaks if raft inflates underwater, prevents ship dragging it down.
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First actions once inside liferaft?
Assist others, clear ship, deploy sea anchor, close cover, repair, insulate raft.
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Secondary survival actions in raft?
Treat seasickness, injuries, ration food/water, bail, huddle for warmth, morale, keep visible, post lookout.
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What’s the role of a rescue boat?
Recover persons, marshal survival craft.
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What equipment must rescue boat carry?
Compass, engine, fuel, oars, bailer, lifejackets, TPAs, searchlight, heaving line, lifebuoy with light.
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How often must rescue boat drills be done?
Monthly if possible, at least once every 3 months.
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EPIRB working frequency?
406 MHz (satellite) + 121.5 MHz (homing).
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Minimum operating life of EPIRB once activated?
48 hours.
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How often must EPIRB be checked?
Monthly self-test + annual service.
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What frequency does SART operate on?
9 GHz (X-band radar).
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How does SART appear on radar?
12 in-line dots pointing to target.
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Endurance of SART?
96h standby + 8h active.
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What must a lifejacket do for an unconscious person?
Turn them face-up within 5s.
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What’s fitted on every lifejacket?
Whistle, retro-reflective tape, light (0.75 candela, 8h).
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Time limit for donning immersion suit?
2 minutes, unaided.
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Hand flare duration & colour?
1 min, red.
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Rocket parachute flare duration & colour?
40s, red.
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Smoke float duration & colour?
3 min, orange.
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How often must abandon ship & fire drills be held?
Monthly.
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If 25% of crew are new, when must a drill be held?
Within 24h of sailing.
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What must an abandon ship drill include?
Muster, lifejacket donning, lifeboat launch, start engine, operate davits, test lighting.
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How often must liferafts be serviced?
Annually at approved service station.
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What’s a TPA?
Thermal Protective Aid – prevents hypothermia.
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What’s the signal for abandoning ship?
7 or more short blasts + 1 long blast on ship’s whistle.
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What publications give LSA guidance?
SOLAS, LSA Code, ISM Code, IMO Circulars, COSWP.
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flashcards
Decks in class (37)
# Cards
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IRPCS42
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Buoyage61
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Flags10
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Checklist19
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Publications82
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Lights, Shapes & Sounds128
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Role of the OOW79
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Passage planning56
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Pilots16
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L.S.A179
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Compass137
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COSWP121
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Radar62
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AIS. LRIT & BNWAS39
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ECDIS61
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COLREGS143
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Chart Work46
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Position Fixes39
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Sextant34
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Fire25
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MOB30
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What is so what32
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Nav Equipment63
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Steering Systems72
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STCW51
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Radar Plotting & Arpa30
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Salvage31
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ISPS30
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LYC38
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MLC29
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MET37
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Stability61
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GMDSS31
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Medical & Rope35
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Marpol30
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ISM30
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Drive a Boat30
