Presentation
This training course provides a general overview of the SOLAS requirements concerning radio communications and the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS).
Objectives
On completion of the training, students will be able to:
Know the requirements concerning radio communication equipment on board ships and offshore units.
Understand the GMDSS functional requirements.
Understand the means required for GMDSS tests and drills on board.
Know the requirements for EPIRB, radio lifesaving appliances and sources of energy for radio communication equipment.
Program
Safety radio surveys and certification
GMDSS functional requirements
o Land and satellite communications
o Inmarsat
o Functional requirements while at sea
o Distress urgency and safety radio communications
o Sea areas
o Maintenance of radio installation
o Maintenance of satellite EPIRB
o Maritime safety information
GMDSS equipment
o Equipment to be provided on board
o Core installation
o Inmarsat EGC
o NAVTEX
o Satellite EPIRB and VHF EPIRB
o Search and Rescue Transponder (SART)
o Digital Selective Calling (DSC)
o Two-way VHF radio-telephone
Main, emergency and reserve sources of power
Automatic battery chargers
Uninterrupted power supply (UPS)
Certificate
On completion of the training program, the student will be awarded:
A Certificate of SOLAS Safety Radio, issued by Bureau Veritas Solutions Marine & Offshore.
The Certificate of SOLAS Safety Radio is obtained after completion of the course and passing the online test.