Authorized Testing: To guarantee the utmost accuracy and reliability, the test should be conducted by the manufacturer or by someone they have authorized.

Comprehensive Check: The APT encompasses a detailed examination of the equipment’s overall state, validation of the power supply alarm, and assurance of the acoustic beacon’s operation.

Data Verification: The test guarantees the accuracy of all recorded data and its successful recoverability. It also verifies that the equipment continues to function even in the absence of external power.

Certification: A compliance certificate is issued after the test is successfully completed. As evidence of compliance, this certificate must be retained on the vessel.