USCG Exam PracticeHand/power tools, measuring instruments, and maintenance
Under 46 CFR §61.40-10, when a test of a monitored system would damage equipment or endanger personnel, which technique is acceptable as an alternative?
- A. Mis-adjustment of the monitored system to simulate the alarm condition
- B. Revision of system wiring to produce the desired signal
- ✓ Application of a synthesized signal to the sensor, provided the test equipment is maintained and periodically calibrated to the satisfaction of the OCMICorrect
- D. Bypassing the sensor entirely and manually tripping the alarm relay
Why C is correct
46 CFR §61.40-10(b) prohibits simulating monitored conditions by mis-adjustment, artificial signals, improper wiring, or tampering except when the test would damage equipment or endanger personnel. In that case, a synthesized signal applied to the sensor is acceptable if the test equipment is maintained in good working order and periodically calibrated to the OCMI's satisfaction.
Cited:46 CFR §61.40-10