For vessels that carry two SARTs, where are they stowed?

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For vessels that carry two SARTs, where are they stowed?

SARTs are radar-responsive beacons used to help rescuers locate a vessel by radar. When a vessel carries two, one must be stowed on each side so a SART is readily accessible from either side, even if the vessel is listing, rolling, or one side is blocked by water or damage. This setup ensures quick deployment from whichever side is safer or reachable during abandonment or rescue. Stowing on the bridge could leave it inaccessible after emergencies move you away from that area; keeping it in the lifeboat or cargo hold risks delay or inaccessibility when you most need it.

SARTs are radar-responsive beacons used to help rescuers locate a vessel by radar. When a vessel carries two, one must be stowed on each side so a SART is readily accessible from either side, even if the vessel is listing, rolling, or one side is blocked by water or damage. This setup ensures quick deployment from whichever side is safer or reachable during abandonment or rescue. Stowing on the bridge could leave it inaccessible after emergencies move you away from that area; keeping it in the lifeboat or cargo hold risks delay or inaccessibility when you most need it.

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