A、A conditional or partial exemption may be granted，in exceptional circumstances，for a single voyage outside the sea area for which the vessel is equipped
B、Once a compulsory vessel's GMDSS station has been fitted and inspected，the station must be inspected only once every five years
C、All passenger vessels and all cargo vessels that are 300 Gross Tons or larger must comply
D、Compulsory vessels must carry at least two licensed GMDSS Radio Operator