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PST Exit Exam • Set 7 Question 11 of 30

Which of these requirements regarding the launching and recovery arrangements for rescue boats corresponds to Solas regulations?

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Direct Answer

Option D: Embarkation and launching arrangements shall be such that the rescue boat can be boarded and launched in less than 5 minutes

To ensure rapid response in emergency recovery operations, SOLAS mandates that rescue boat embarkation and launching arrangements must be designed to be ready for boarding and deployment within 5 minutes.

All Options

A
They must take at least 30 minutes to prepare
B
They must only be handled by the Captain
C
They can only be launched when the ship is completely stopped
D
Embarkation and launching arrangements shall be such that the rescue boat can be boarded and launched in less than 5 minutes (Correct Answer)

Detailed Explanation & Context

To ensure rapid response in emergency recovery operations, SOLAS mandates that rescue boat embarkation and launching arrangements must be designed to be ready for boarding and deployment within 5 minutes.

Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Personal Survival Techniques (PST).

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