VHF Radio Short Range Certificate (SRC)
including GMDSS
The Short Range Certificate (SRC) is the radio operator qualification
which authorises the holder to operate a VHF Radiotelephone, fitted with Digital
Selective Calling (DSC) onboard any British vessel which is voluntarily fitted
with radio equipment.
This one day assessment course teaches you normal voice procedures for VHF
radio and the use of DSC using simulators, followed by an a short written
test. This standard qualification for the operation of equipment using procedures
and techniques also covers GMDSS fit equipment such as Emergency Position
Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRB) and Search & Rescue Transponders (SART)
as part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS).
Duration 1 day
Dates:2008
Saturday 23 February
Sunday 16 March
Sunday 20 April
Saturday 24 May
Saturday 21 June
Saturday 26 July
Saturday 23 August
Saturday 20 September
Sunday 25 October
There is a lot to learn on this one day course and some pre-course reading
is essential. We suggest RYA VHF Radio (inc. GMDSS) Ref: G22/02
£5.50
Course Fee £80 + Certificate fee £22
Up-dates £60 + Certificate fee £22


Note:
It is illegal to use a marine band VHF radio without the appropriate licences.
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