PSF Exit Exam • Set 3 Question 24 of 30

The general alarm consists of.

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Direct Answer

Option C: 7 short and 1 long blast on whistle or alarm bell

Under SOLAS Chapter III Regulation 6.4, the general emergency alarm signal consists of seven or more short blasts followed by one long blast on the ship's whistle or siren and alarm bells.

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Intermittent ringing of alarm bell

6 short and 1 long blast on whistle or alarm bell

7 short and 1 long blast on whistle or alarm bell (Correct Answer)

Continuous ringing of alarm bell

Detailed Explanation & Context

Under SOLAS Chapter III Regulation 6.4, the general emergency alarm signal consists of seven or more short blasts followed by one long blast on the ship's whistle or siren and alarm bells.

Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Passenger Ship Familiarization (PSF).

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