How many Radar Transponders (SART) are required to be carried onboard a ship for use in survival craft.
Direct Answer
Option C: 2 on new builds only, old ships have to comply by august 95
SOLAS Chapter V requires ships to carry radar transponders (SARTs) for survival craft. New builds from 1 January 1995 and existing ships by 1 August 1995 needed two SARTs, with specific carriage requirements for survival craft, as per SOLAS V/20.
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Detailed Explanation & Context
SOLAS Chapter V requires ships to carry radar transponders (SARTs) for survival craft. New builds from 1 January 1995 and existing ships by 1 August 1995 needed two SARTs, with specific carriage requirements for survival craft, as per SOLAS V/20.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Refresher Personal Survival Techniques (RPST).
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