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Marine Radio Short Range Certificate Course |
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This radio operator qualification authorises the holder to operate a VHF radio fitted
with Digital Selective Calling on board any British vessel which is voluntarily fitted
with radio equipment. |
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Pre- |
None |
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Assumed Knowledge |
None |
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Course content |
Use of marine radios including GMDSS. Routine, distress, urgency and safety procedures |
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Ability after course |
Can use a marine VHF radio |
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Minimum duration |
1 day including exam |
Your instructor, has a City and Guilds in electronic servicing, is a relief Port Control Officer, a Coastguard Rescue Officer. He’s been using 2 way radio almost since he could speak. He’s a Yacht owner, a RIB fanatic and an RYA Power Boat Instructor..
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