Published: May 2025
Author: Merchant Navy Training Board
The aim of this publication is to help create training courses that provide seafarers with the necessary knowledge, understanding and competency to transmit and receive information using GMDSS subsystems and equipment, fulfil the functional requirements of GMDSS and provide radio services in emergencies. Training courses developed in line with these criteria will cover:
- General Operator Certificate of Competence
- Restricted Operator Certificate of Competence.
The MCA has agreed with AMERC and the MNTB that the specifications described in this document satisfy the requirements for approved training and follow the provisions identified in the AMERC Administration Handbook.
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