7-A-017: Reserve Source of Energy
7-017A:
Which statement is false regarding the GMDSS requirement for ship sources of energy?
The reserve sources of energy need to supply independent MF and HF radio installations at the same time.
At all times while the vessel is at sea, a sufficient supply of electrical energy to operate the radio installations and charge any batteries which may be part of the reserve source of energy is required.
An uninterruptible power supply or other means of ensuring a continuous supply of electrical power to all GMDSS equipment that could be affected by normal variations and interruptions of ship's power is required.
If an uninterrupted vessel position is required for the proper performance of a GMDSS console -- a means must be provided to ensure this happens in the event of failure of the main or emergency source of energy.
7-017B:
What is the meaning of “Reserve Source of Energy”?
The supply of electrical energy sufficient to operate the radio installations for the purpose of conducting Distress and Safety communications in the event of failure of the ship's main and emergency sources of electrical power.
High caloric value items for lifeboat, per SOLAS regulations.
Diesel fuel stored for the purpose of operating the powered survival craft for a period equal to or exceeding the U.S.C.G. and SOLAS requirements.
None of these
7-017C:
In the event of failure of the main and emergency sources of electrical power -- what is the term for the source required to supply the GMDSS console with power for conducting distress and other radio-communications?
Reserve source of energy
Emergency power
Ship's emergency diesel generator
Ship's standby generator
7-017D:
What are the characteristics of the Reserve Source of Energy under GMDSS?
Must be independent of the ship's electrical system when the RSE is needed to supply power to the GMDSS equipment.
Supplies independent HF and MF installations at the same time.
Cannot be independent of the propelling power of the ship.
Must be incorporated into the ship's electrical system.
7-017E:
What is the requirement for emergency and reserve power in GMDSS radio installations?
All newly constructed ships under GMDSS must have both emergency and reserve power sources for radio communications.
An emergency power source for radio communications is not required if a vessel has proper reserve power (batteries).
A reserve power source is not required for radio communications.
Only one of the above is required if a vessel is equipped with a second 406 EPIRB as a backup means of sending a Distress alert.
7-017F:
Which of the following terms is defined as a back-up power source that provides power to radio installations for the purpose of conducting Distress and Safety communications when the vessel's main and emergency generators cannot?
Reserve Source of Energy (RSE)
Emergency Diesel Generator (EDG)
Reserve Source of Diesel Power (RSDP)
Emergency Back-up Generator (EBG)
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