RYA Short Range Certificate - The VHF GMDSS radio operator's certificate for coastal sailors
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The Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) became operational on the 1st of February 1999. And an increasing amount of GMDSS VHF equipment is now available for small craft.
To prepare sailors for VHF communications in the GMDSS era, the MCA/RYA have introduced the GMDSS Short Range Radio Certificate (SRC). The SRC has replaced the VHF Operator's Certificate and is now the minimum radio qualification examined in UK. (existing holders of VHF radio operator certificates are still legal to operate, but must update to SRC if they fit or operate GMDSS equipment)
The SRC is a mandatory qualification for operators on small craft fitted with VHF Digital Selective Calling (DSC).Recommended Reading
Reeds VHF DSC Handbook (2nd Edition) by Sue Fletcher (ISBM 13:978-0-7136-7573-3)) published by Thomas Reed has been accepted by the RYA as the course book. It covers the SRC syllabus in a very comprehensive manner and will be an invaluable reference book on the course.
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Apart from those requirements, no previous knowledge is assumed. The course will guide you through the radio examination requirements, with practical work using Icom M501 and DS-100 equipment.
| Southampton Universal Marina | Jan 11* | Feb 9 & 22* |
Mar 8 & 28* | April 12 & 25* |
May 10 & 23 | June 6* & 20* |
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| . | July 12 & 25* | Aug 9 & 22* | Sep 13 & 27 | Oct 10* & 25 | Nov 7* & 21* | Dec 12 |
* Indicates Friday course
UPGRADE A VHF Certificate TO GMDSS SRC : Click for UPGRADE PAGE
Course commences: 0900 Finishes: 1730
Course Fee: £80
RYA examination fee: £22
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