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Describe the content of a flare pack suitable for use up to 7 miles off the coast. |
2 Red Parachute 2 Red Hand 1 Orange Smoke |
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When should the gas taps of the stove be turned off? |
When the cooker is not in use. |
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What is the meaning of the term "150 Newton" when referring to life jackets? |
This is how much weight the life jacket can support. 150 newtons should support an average adult. |
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On which side of the boat should a liferaft be launched in the event of a fire? |
The windward side. |
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Why is it important that life rings have a drogue attached to them? |
So they don't blow downwind too quickly when deployed. |
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What is meant by the term 'crash tack?' |
The bow of the boat is turned through the wind without releasing the foresail sheet. This leaves the boat in the 'heave-t position' which should stop the boat making any appreciable way forward. |
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For routine communication, should the radio be set to low or high power? |
Low power |
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List three forbidden transmitions |
Broadcasting music and football scores. Indecent or profane language. Sending a hoax distress. Sending a distress message without the 'Masters' permission Passing on information heard over the radio Using the radio unsupervised if not the holder of an operator's license. Transmitting without identification. Using the hand-held radio when ashore. Chitchat. |
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Name four inter-ship channels. |
6, 8, 72, and 74. |
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What is an MMSI? |
A unique 9-digit number which identifies a craft using Digital Selective Calling. |
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Under what circumstances should a Mayday be sent? |
When there is grave and imminent danger to life, a vessel, an aircraft or other vehicle where immediate assistance is required. |
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Which channel is used for small craft safety by HM Coastguard? |
Channel 67. |
