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What is the IAMSAR Manual, and which of its three volumes is most directly relevant to an OOW aboard a merchant vessel that might be tasked to assist in a search?
A. IAMSAR is a single document with no volume structure
B. The International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue Manual is published in three volumes covering Organization and Management (I), Mission Co-ordination (II), and Mobile Facilities (III) — Volume III is specifically intended to be carried aboard ships, aircraft and mobile SAR facilities as ready-reference guidance for actually conducting search and rescue operations
C. IAMSAR applies only to dedicated SAR vessels, never to merchant ships
D. Volume I is the one kept on the bridge for immediate reference during a SAR operation
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A. Nothing — a test lift can proceed immediately after repairs
B. Testing should wait until cargo operations begin
C. The area within the grab's swing radius should be cleared of personnel before the lift
D. Only the crane operator needs to be aware the lift is happening
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A. Who must remain clear of the exclusion zone while the lift takes place
B. The lunch schedule for the deck team
C. Only the weather forecast for the next watch
D. The cargo manifest for the next port
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