As a vessel officer part of your duties is to inspect the lifesaving equipment. What should be done to facilitate a test of the vessel's EPIRB?

Correct Answer: Option A — follow the manufacturer's self-test instructions

Routine testing of a vessel's EPIRB must be performed strictly using the manufacturer's built-in self-test feature to avoid accidental transmission of false distress alerts to rescue coordination centers while verifying internal circuitry and battery function.