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What are some emergencies that can lead to an Abandon Ship situation?
What are some emergencies that can lead to an Abandon Ship situation?
- Fire, flooding, grounding (correct)
- Collision, communication breakdown, navigation error
- Medical emergency, equipment malfunction, running out of supplies
- Piracy, engine failure, bad weather
How is the general alarm typically signaled on a vessel?
How is the general alarm typically signaled on a vessel?
- Seven short blasts followed by one long blast (correct)
- Flashing lights in a specific pattern
- Continuous ringing of the ship's bell
- Loud verbal announcement by the crew
What should be done to issue Distress Signals in an emergency situation?
What should be done to issue Distress Signals in an emergency situation?
- Sound the alarm, gather all crew on deck, wait for assistance to arrive
- Use flares, sound the ship's horn, contact nearby vessels via radio
- Send a distress message via satellite communication, deploy life rafts, start emergency pumps
- Issue MAYDAY, activate EPIRB and SART, stop main engine (correct)
Flashcards
Abandon Ship signal
Abandon Ship signal
A specific signal used in an emergency on a ship to indicate that the ship is in danger and that people need to leave the vessel.
Emergency signals
Emergency signals
Signals used to communicate an emergency situation that might lead to an abandonment.
Abandon Ship emergencies
Abandon Ship emergencies
Situations that necessitate abandoning a ship; fire, flooding, grounding.
Study Notes
Abandon Ship Situations
- Emergencies that can lead to an Abandon Ship situation include fire, flooding, damage, and listing or capsizing
- Other emergencies that can necessitate abandonment of the vessel include explosions, grounding, and medical emergencies
General Alarm Signaling
- The general alarm is typically signaled on a vessel using a loud, continuous sound, such as a siren or a bell
- The alarm is usually sounded for at least 10 seconds to ensure that all crew members are alerted
Distress Signals in an Emergency
- In an emergency situation, Distress Signals should be issued to alert nearby vessels and authorities
- Distress Signals can be sent using a variety of methods, including radio, EPIRB (Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacon), and visual signals such as flares or flags
- The international distress signal, "MAYDAY", should be used to signal a life-threatening emergency
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Description
Test your knowledge of abandon ship procedures with this quiz. Learn about distress signals, activating emergency beacons, and securing the vessel during emergency situations such as fire, flooding, or grounding.
