Communications Procedures

What traffic management service is operated by the U.S. Coast Guard in certain designated water areas to prevent ship collisions, groundings and environmental harm?

Answer

Vessel Traffic Service (VTS).

The Coast Guard runs a Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) in busy waterways to prevent collisions and groundings, much like air-traffic control for ships.

Source: FCC Element 1 question pool, 1B

Not the answer

  • Water Safety Management Bureau (WSMB).
  • Interdepartmental Harbor and Port Patrol (IHPP).
  • Ship Movement and Safety Agency (SMSA).

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