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Radio Operator – Long Range Certificate – Article 47, Section II

Duration:

5 Days

Entry Requirements:

Proficient in English

Additional Requirements:

None

Accreditation:

Accreditation through SAMSA.

STCW Code:

Article 47, Section II

Radio Operator – Long Range Certificate – Article 47, Section II

Course Description: Long Range Certificates (LRC) are the new VHF, MF, and HF Operators Certificates for Radio’s that incorporate DSC and the Satellite module as used in the GMDSS structure. Here, Radio Operators are taught the proper procedures to follow in an emergency inclusive of Mayday, Mayday Relay, Security, Urgency, safety Alerts, Frequencies, Batteries & tests for long range radio equipment making use of DSC Alerts to notify other vessels of Distress situations.

Duration:

5 Days

Entry Requirements:

Proficient in English

Additional Requirements:

None

Accreditation:

Accreditation through SAMSA.

STCW Code:

Article 47, Section II

R6,900.00

SKU: N/A Categories: ,

This course is presented over 5 days and includes the Satellite Module. The LRC Training is taught using a state-of-the-art 8 station POSEIDON touchscreen simulator which adds realism to our teaching techniques.

Learning Objectives: The SAMSA matrix prescribes that the learner should have the following knowledge and practical skills at the end of the course, identify and apply:

  • The Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) structure
  • Search and Rescue (SAR) procedures
  • Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) number system
  • VHF and MF/HF installations
  • Digital Selective Calling (DSC) facilities)
  • Maintenance on radios and antennas
  • Distress procedures
  • Urgency AND Safety messages
  • Maritime Mobile Satellite Services
  • INMARSAT systems

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