GMDSS LEARNING QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
Basic Principle of the GMDSS? ANSWER designed to enhance and automate
emgcy communications in the maritime sector.
What does GMDSS mean by responsibility? ANSWER Every ship can carry
out communications tasks that are necessary for both its own and other ships'
safety.
For which vessels is GMDSS necessary? ANSWER SOLAS Typical ships
weighing 300 gross tons or more
Which GMDSS equipment is connected to land/terrestrial systems? ANSWER:
VHF-MF-HF
Which devices are used to summon certain stations and deliver distress signals?
The DSC Controller's ANSWER
Which maritime location is constantly within VHF range and is used for local
trade? Sea Area A1 is the answer.
What is the main piece of equipment used to receive MSI? ANSWER
NAVTEX
GMDSS required maintenance options? ANSWER Equipment duplication,
shore-based maintenance, and at-sea maintenance.
What are marine area maintenance requirements? A-3: Respond to any two of
the three maintenance needs.
AND ANSWERS
Basic Principle of the GMDSS? ANSWER designed to enhance and automate
emgcy communications in the maritime sector.
What does GMDSS mean by responsibility? ANSWER Every ship can carry
out communications tasks that are necessary for both its own and other ships'
safety.
For which vessels is GMDSS necessary? ANSWER SOLAS Typical ships
weighing 300 gross tons or more
Which GMDSS equipment is connected to land/terrestrial systems? ANSWER:
VHF-MF-HF
Which devices are used to summon certain stations and deliver distress signals?
The DSC Controller's ANSWER
Which maritime location is constantly within VHF range and is used for local
trade? Sea Area A1 is the answer.
What is the main piece of equipment used to receive MSI? ANSWER
NAVTEX
GMDSS required maintenance options? ANSWER Equipment duplication,
shore-based maintenance, and at-sea maintenance.
What are marine area maintenance requirements? A-3: Respond to any two of
the three maintenance needs.
