General Alarm System

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-Half inch lettering with each alarm and light Stating:

ATTENTION

GENERAL ALARM--WHEN ALARM SOUNDS GO TO YOUR STATION

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STANDARD:

-The alarm system must be capable of notifying an indivldual

in any accommodation or work space where they may be

normally employed.

-The alarm must be tested prior to operation of the vessel

and at least once each week thereafter.

-A public address system may be used for the alarm

system provided it is capable of performing all of the above stated

functlons.

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INSTRUCTORS NOTES:

-Operating Station means the principal steering station on the vessel

from which the vessel is normally navigated.

-There is no log entry requirement for tests of the system but stress

that it is in the fisherman's best interest to keep a written record

(ie to cover themselves if a lawsuit were to occur).

-Work station refers to any space were individuals are normally

employed.

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REFERENCES: 46 CFR 28.240

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