CMRT CMRT Regulatory Compliance & Type Approval

Question 1

Which U.S. federal agency has primary authority over the radio-frequency spectrum used by marine radar systems in U.S. waters?

Accepted Answer

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

Answer

U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)

Answer

National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA)

Answer

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

Question 2

Under SOLAS Chapter V, which classes of vessels are required to carry an approved radar system?

Accepted Answer

Cargo ships of 300 GT or more and all passenger ships on international voyages

Answer

Only vessels over 10,000 GT

Answer

All vessels regardless of size or voyage type

Answer

Only naval and government vessels

Question 3

What does 'type approval' mean for a marine radar system sold in the United States?

Accepted Answer

The equipment has been tested and certified to meet applicable performance and safety standards by a recognized body

Answer

The manufacturer has self-declared compliance without third-party testing

Answer

The radar has been approved only for inland waterway use

Answer

The equipment meets military specification MIL-STD requirements

Question 4

Which IMO resolution sets the current performance standards for shipborne radar equipment?

Accepted Answer

MSC.192(79)

Answer

MSC.74(69)

Answer

A.820(19)

Answer

MSC.302(87)

Question 5

A CMRT technician installs a replacement radar on a U.S.-flagged SOLAS vessel. Which document must be updated to reflect the new installation?

Accepted Answer

Ship's Safety Radio Certificate

Answer

Ship's Certificate of Registry

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Load Line Certificate

Answer

MARPOL Annex I Record Book

Question 6

What is the primary purpose of the FCC's Ship Station License for a vessel equipped with marine radar?

Accepted Answer

To authorize the vessel to operate radio-frequency-emitting equipment including radar in U.S. and international waters

Answer

To certify the vessel's hull integrity for ocean voyages

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To register the vessel's AIS MMSI number

Answer

To approve the radar technician's competency level