PST Exit Exam • Set 6 Question 12 of 30
Batteries fitted in an EPIRB, SART, etc., are to be changed when:
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Direct Answer
Option D: Battery to be changed as per the expiry date mentioned by the maker
Batteries for safety equipment like SARTs and EPIRBs have a limited service life due to chemical degradation. They must be replaced by the manufacturer's specified expiry date to ensure reliability.
All Options
A
They look old and dusty
B
Every 6 months automatically
C
Only after they drain out completely during an emergency
D
Battery to be changed as per the expiry date mentioned by the maker
(Correct Answer)
Detailed Explanation & Context
Batteries for safety equipment like SARTs and EPIRBs have a limited service life due to chemical degradation. They must be replaced by the manufacturer's specified expiry date to ensure reliability.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Personal Survival Techniques (PST).
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