USCG Exam PracticeGMDSS and VHF distress procedures
A vessel's master is preparing a MAYDAY broadcast. After stating the distress urgency word and vessel identification, which item of information is specified next in the recommended emergency broadcast procedure under 46 CFR §184.510?
- A. The number of persons aboard and nature of any injuries
- ✓ The vessel's position using latitude and longitude or range and bearing from a known pointCorrect
- C. A description of the vessel's length, color, and hull type
- D. The present seaworthiness of the vessel
Why B is correct
46 CFR §184.510(a)(7) specifies that after the distress word and vessel identification, the operator must describe the vessel's position using latitude and longitude coordinates or range and bearing from a known point. Number of persons, vessel description, and seaworthiness follow in subsequent steps (9), (11), and (10) respectively.
Cited:46 CFR §184.510