SSB Radio Course - The Long Range Certificate, the radio operator's certificate for the blue-water cruiser
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This course is designed for seafarers who sail out of range of VHF coastal stations (approx 50nm) and require the security of effective world-wide communications. (valid for vessels up to 300 grt)
The Long Range Certificate is a GMDSS qualification which will qualify the operator for use of both MF/HF (SSB) and VHF equipment. There are no nationality requirements.The qualification is internationally recognised.


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Who Needs the LRC?

Blue-water yachtsmen fitting long range communications.
  • Commercial Vessels less than 300 G.R.T. who operate outside of Sea Area A1.
  • MCA Code of Practice Category 0 and 1 vessels. (Vessels must have qualified radio operator)
  • Commercial Yachtmasters (Limited) - LRC is an acceptable qualification




    The basic LRC Course covers the practical operation and procedures of:

    Course Requirements:
    • 2 Passport photographs
    • Fluency in the phonetic alphabet
    • VHF Certificate desirable


    Recommended Reading

    'GMDSS - A User's Handbook' by Denise Brehaut
    Publishers Adlard Coles Nautical IBSN Code 0-7136-7856-9
    This publication will supplement the course notes and will be a very valuable reference during, and after the course.


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