What signal if any is specified in SOLAS as the “Abandon ship’ signal ?
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Option C: The abandon ship signal is not specified only the general emergency alarm
SOLAS does not specify a distinct 'Abandon Ship' signal. The general emergency alarm signal (seven short blasts followed by one long blast) is used to signal an emergency, prompting crew to muster for potential abandonment.
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SOLAS does not specify a distinct 'Abandon Ship' signal. The general emergency alarm signal (seven short blasts followed by one long blast) is used to signal an emergency, prompting crew to muster for potential abandonment.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Refresher Personal Survival Techniques (RPST).
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