Survival Craft Equip & S.A.R.:
Survival Craft Equip & S.A.R.:
SART
Which of the following statements concerning testing and maintenance of SARTs is true?
Which of the following statements concerning testing and maintenance of SARTs is TRUE?
(A). Testing a SART should be done in a consistent manner & location to ensure a baseline history of proper results.
By testing on regular basis, actual performance can be determined. This is the only reasonable answer choice.
As on any test, beware of the use of words like "never" or "all," and any absolute assertions.
SART, Search and Rescue Transponder, includes the self-test function which is used to ensure that the beacon is operational.
As the SART works on the X band radio wavelength range, the testing steps are best to be performed at sea to minimize the radar screen interference.
For more information, please see Marine Insights site on Daily, Monthly And Weekly Tests Of GMDSS Equipment On Board Ships
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Why is it important to limit the duration of testing a SART?
Why is it important to limit the duration of testing a SART?
(B). Testing in port or even at sea may cause interference to other radars or a test signal may be misinterpreted as a genuine Distress situation.
SART, Search and Rescue Transponder, includes the self-test function which is used to ensure that the beacon is operational.
As the SART works on the X band radio wavelength range, the testing steps are best to be performed at sea to minimize the radar screen interference.
For more information, please see Marine Insights site on Daily, Monthly And Weekly Tests Of GMDSS Equipment On Board Ships
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What statement is true regarding tests and maintenance that could be provided for the SART?
What statement is true regarding tests and maintenance that could be provided for the SART?
(C). Extreme care should be exercised because testing of the SART may be received by other vessels, may be interpreted as a Distress condition, or it may interfere with other vessels' safe navigation.
SART, Search and Rescue Transponder, includes the self-test function which is used to ensure that the beacon is operational.
As the SART works on the X band radio wavelength range, the testing steps are best to be performed at sea to minimize the radar screen interference.
For more information, please see Marine Insights site on Daily, Monthly And Weekly Tests Of GMDSS Equipment On Board Ships
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Why should functional testing of a SART be minimized?
Why should functional testing of a SART be minimized?
(D). Potential interference with safe navigation, possible misinterpretation of an actual Distress, minimizes draining the battery.
SART, Search and Rescue Transponder, includes the self-test function which is used to ensure that the beacon is operational.
As the SART works on the X band radio wavelength range, the testing steps are best to be performed at sea to minimize the radar screen interference.
For more information, please see Marine Insights site on Daily, Monthly And Weekly Tests Of GMDSS Equipment On Board Ships
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Which is NOT a valid maintenance and testing function for a SART?
Which is NOT a valid maintenance and testing function for a SART?
(A). Operational test with several vessels to determine effective transmitting range.
Other ships are not required. SART, Search and Rescue Transponder, includes the self-test function which is used to ensure that the beacon is operational.
As the SART works on the X band radio wavelength range, the testing steps are best to be performed at sea to minimize the radar screen interference.
For more information, please see Marine Insights site on Daily, Monthly And Weekly Tests Of GMDSS Equipment On Board Ships
Valid SART activities:
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The SART is required to have sufficient battery capacity to operate in the stand-by mode for what period of time?
The SART is required to have sufficient battery capacity to operate in the stand-by mode for what period of time?
(B). Four days
This is the longest period from the choices provided. Just remember the answer.
SART Battery Specifications require it to be:
For more information, please see Marine Insights site on Daily, Monthly And Weekly Tests Of GMDSS Equipment On Board Ships
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