OUPV & 100-Ton Master · Subchapter T — EPIRB
A 406 MHz EPIRB is required on a small passenger vessel operating on which route(s)?
- AInland/lakes only
- BOcean and coastwise routes✓ Correct
- CRivers only
- DNever required
Explanation
A Category I 406 MHz EPIRB is required for small passenger vessels on ocean and coastwise routes (and other exposed routes per the COI). The EPIRB must be registered with NOAA and properly mounted for float-free release.
Authority: 46 CFR Subchapter T; 47 CFR Part 80
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