Subelement B: F.C.C. Rules & Regulations— Topic :
Question 9B5
Element 7R (GMDSS-RO)Which of the following documents or publications are required by Part 80 of the FCC rules for vessels on international voyages (other than the Great Lakes)?
Explanation
For vessels on international voyages, Part 80.84 of the FCC rules specifies the required documents and publications, particularly for those subject to the Safety Convention.
* **ITU List IV (List of Coast Stations)** and **ITU List V (List of Ship Stations and Maritime Mobile Service Identifier Assignments)** are essential reference documents providing details on frequencies, call signs, and services of maritime stations worldwide.
* An **Appropriate Safety Convention Certificate** confirms the vessel's compliance with international safety standards, including radio equipment.
* The **ITU Manual for Use by the Maritime Mobile and Maritime Mobile-Satellite Services** (often referred to as the ITU manual for Maritime Mobile stations) contains comprehensive operational procedures and regulations for the maritime radio service.
Option A correctly lists these three required items. Options B and C are incorrect because the "ITU Master Plan of GMDSS Coast stations" is not explicitly required onboard as a separate document in the same way List IV is. Option D is incorrect because the relevant manual is published by the **ITU**, not the IMO.
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