If the Distress Alarm sounds and the screen no longer displays the distress particulars, what should be done?

In the event that the Distress Alarm sounds but the distress particulars are no longer displayed on the screen, it is important to retrieve this critical information for effective communication and response. The correct action is to examine the Received Data Directory or the printer to recover the information.

The Received Data Directory holds a record of all digital Selective Calling (DSC) messages that your station has received, including distress messages. Similarly, if your system is connected to a printer, it might have printed out the distress particulars, providing a tangible backup to the electronic display. By checking these two options, you can ensure that you obtain the necessary details to assist in the rescue operations or pass along the information to other vessels or authorities, enhancing the overall response to the distress situation.

Other options may suggest alternative actions that do not align with the established protocols for handling distress communications. For example, relying on the Distress Alarm as a print source is ineffective, as it is not typically designed to route such particulars to the printer directly. Calling the distress vessel for retransmission, while it might seem like a potential solution, is a secondary approach. The primary focus should always be on retrieving whatever data is already available for immediate use.