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Emergency Communication

What is Emergency Position Beacon?

Emergency Position Beacon A radio beacon, such as an EPIRB, used to transmit the position of a vessel or survivor in distress to search and rescue authorities.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Emergency Position Beacon” Used in Practice?

Chief officer, check that emergency position beacon (EPIRB) is tested, registered, and stowed in its bracket for immediate use.

Certification Exam Relevance

STCWMarlins TestISF WatchkeeperGMDSS

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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What is Emergency Position Beacon?

A radio beacon, such as an EPIRB, used to transmit the position of a vessel or survivor in distress to search and rescue authorities.

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