How do you become a maritime radio watch operator?

STCW Requirements to Obtain a GMDSS Radio Operator Certification

1. Age: be not less than 18 years of age.
2. Education & Training: have completed a period of approved education and training and meet the standard of competence.

What is the minimum license requirement of a GMDSS radio operator?

What is the minimum license requirement of a GMDSS Radio Operator? A) Holding either the General Radiotelephone Operator License or the First or Second Class Radiotelegraph License with GMDSS Radio Maintainer’s Endorsement is sufficient.

What is the minimum Licence requirement of a GMDSS radio operator?

Each compulsory vessel must carry at least two licensed GMDSS Radio Operators at all times while at sea. Each compulsory vessel must carry at least two licensed GMDSS Radio Operators at all times while at sea and may elect to carry a GMDSS Radio Maintainer as well.

Do GMDSS radio operators get license?

The GMDSS Radio Operator’s License (DO) qualifies the holder to operate and make basic equipment adjustments to Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) radio installations. It also confers the operating authority of the MP. A DO is issued for the holder’s lifetime.

What is GMDSS certificate?

The GMDSS endorsement certificate is a certificate that allows every GMDSS certificate holder to work on foreign-flagged ships.

What license certificate says you are allowed to handle GMDSS?

GMDSS Training The General Operators Certificate (GOC) is mandatory in order for an officer to be allowed to handle GMDSS equipment onboard the ship.

What is the Marine Radio Operators Certificate of proficiency?

The Marine Radio Operators Certificate of Proficiency, commonly known as the MROCP is the certificate required to legally operate a Marine VHF MF/HF Radio while on inland waterways or at sea.

Do you need a license to operate a marine VHF radio?

Additionally, if you travel to a foreign port, you are required to have an operator permit. You do not need a license to use marine VHF radios, any type of EPIRB, any type of radar, GPS or LORAN receivers, depth finders, CB radio, or amateur radio (an amateur license is required).

Can I operate a marine radio in Australia with an Overseas Certificate?

If you wish to operate a marine radio in Australia using your overseas certificate, you should submit it to the Australian Communications and Media Authority for assessment. You cannot obtain an Australian certificate on the basis of your overseas certificate.

Do I need a license to operate a ship radio station?

You need a commercial radio operator license to operate the following: Ship radio stations if: the vessel carries more than six passengers for hire; or the radio operates on medium frequencies (MF) or high frequencies (HF); or