Bridge
12 - GMDSS Testing
Systematic testing schedule for Global Maritime Distress and Safety System equipment ensuring regulatory compliance and operational readiness per SOLAS Chapter IV requirements.
Daily Equipment Tests
| # | Action | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Battery Voltage Above 26V | CHECKED | |
| 2 | VHF Fixed Station Transmit Test | COMPLETED | |
| 3 | VHF Transmit Red Light Indication | CHECKED | |
| 4 | Battery Voltage During Transmission | CHECKED | |
| 5 | VHF Channel 16 Voice Reception | CONFIRMED |
Weekly Equipment Tests
| # | Action | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Voice Transmission for Radio Check | COMPLETED | |
| 7 | VHF DSC Call to Self MMSI Number | TESTED | |
| 8 | Tender to Fixed Station Transmission | TESTED | |
| 9 | Portable VHF Battery Check | CHECKED | |
| 10 | Non-Rechargeable Battery | CHECKED |
Monthly Equipment Tests
| # | Action | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Tender VHF Transmission at Sea | TESTED | |
| 12 | Tender Battery Voltage Above 14V | CHECKED |
Annual Equipment Tests
| # | Action | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | EPIRB Battery Condition | CHECKED | |
| 14 | EPIRB Hydrostatic Release Unit | CHECKED | |
| 15 | EPIRB Self-Test Function | COMPLETED | |
| 16 | SART Test Against X-Band Radar | CHECKED |
GMDSS Logbook
| # | Action | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | GMDSS Test Results Recorded in Log Book | LOGGED | |
| 18 | Equipment Testing | COMPLETED |
Restricted Visibility
Safe navigation procedures during reduced visibility conditions ensuring COLREGS compliance with enhanced bridge procedures, sound signals, and radar operation.
Pre-Departure
Systematic preparation and overall check of the engine room to ensure optimal operational readiness before departure.