EPIRB, PLB and AIS MOB

A beacon helps when its function matches the need and it can actually be used. EPIRB is associated with a vessel, PLB is personal, and AIS MOB describes locating a person overboard through compatible AIS reception. Those names do not describe every product’s capabilities. Some devices combine technologies. Before comparing, separate alert recipient, locating method, activation and physical connection to wearer or vessel.

This chapter introduces the subject and bounded exercises. It replaces neither training, equipment instructions nor applicable requirements.