Footer Text: Lorem ipsum dolor VHF/DSC RADIO COURSE VBggGMDSS VHF/DSC RADIO COURSE A radio is an important piece of safety equipment and it is vital to understand the correct procedures. Unnecessary tranmissions could block out a MAYDAY distress call. During the course your Instructor will be able to advise you on the best equipment for your boat. A one day course for anyone who owns a fixed or hand held marine radio.  The Short Range Certificate  is the qualification required to operate a VHF radio on any vessel. Course topics include: the basics of radio operation the correct frequencies (channels) to be used distress, emergency and medical assistance procedures Digital Selective Calling (DSC) using simulators Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRB) Search and Rescue (SART) The course will be taught using radio simulators and training radios followed by a short written test. Maximum number of students per course 4 Cost: £80.00  plus  a £30 RYA Certificate Fee Dates: 2012 SATURDAY 21st JANUARY SUNDAY 11th March SATURDAY 12th MAY Sailing Days Contact us on 07778 474347 or 01243 543906 e-mail : skipper@sailingdays.com DIO CO