6.1 In all cases, transmission initiated by security
alert system activation points should include a unique code/identifier
indicating that the alert has not been generated in accordance with
GMDSS distress procedures. The transmission should include the ship
identity and current position associated with a date and time. The
transmission should be addressed to a shore station and should not
be addressed to ship stations.
6.2 The ship security alert system, when activated,
should continue the ship security alert until deactivated and/or reset.