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CD0021. GMDSS

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The Seagull CBT bank is organised into modules covering safety, shipboard operations, maintenance and other topics. Original module names and codes are retained to help you find the topic you need.

“Seagull CBT — CD0021. GMDSS” contains 41 questions across 1 collection.

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On which VHF DSC channel should all GMDSS equipped ships keep watch?

One correct answer

  • Channel 13
  • 2187.5 kHz
  • Channel 16
  • Channel 70✓ Correct answer
How should a satellite antenna be mounted for approval in the GMDSS?

One correct answer

  • As near the transmitter as possible
  • As high as possible
  • With free line of sight in every direction✓ Correct answer
  • Midships
What is the name of the international convention that regulates GMDSS?

One correct answer

  • STCW
  • SOLAS✓ Correct answer
  • MMSI
  • GMDSS
Which one of the given options best completes the following statement. “In relation to GMDSS, F3E is used for ........

One correct answer

  • ...distress communications on 2182 kHz”
  • ...VHF telephony”✓ Correct answer
  • ...SSB radiotelephony”
  • ...TLX radiotelex”
What should be the very first step for a GMDSS radio operator to take when initiating a distress priority message via Inmarsat Fleet terminal?

One correct answer

  • Pressing the “Distress Button” or “Distress Hot Key” on the equipment✓ Correct answer
  • Contacting the CES operator and informing about the distress condition
  • Dialling the correct code on the telephone remote unit
  • Contacting the CES operator by using the radiotelephone distress procedure

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