RYA VHF Marine Radio (SRC)

RYA SHORT RANGE CERTIFICATE (RADIO)

A course for anyone who owns a fixed or handheld marine VHF radio using international channels. This certificate is the minimum qualification required by law to control the operation of VHF and VHF Digital Selective Calling (DSC) equipment on any British flagged vessel voluntarily fitted with a radio.

Duration:

1 day + Pre-course reading

Location:

Scottish Maritime Academy. Peterhead, Aberdeenshire

Note: Cost is £120 + £60 Examination Fee per delegate

Course Structure

Basics of radio operation

Correct frequencies (channels) to be used

Distress, emergency and medical assistance procedures

Ship to shore telephone calls

Digital Selective Calling (DSC) using simulators

Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)

Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRB)

Search and Rescue (SART)

Note - This exam will be examined by a practical and written test

Useful Information

Cost of Course is £120

Examination Fee is £60