The VHF Marine Radio Short Range course conducted by Elite Offshore is tailored for personnel in the offshore and onshore oil and gas industries, as well as the marine industry, who do not need to comply with GMDSS requirements. Adhering to IMO guidelines, this course equips participants with essential communication skills to ensure safety and operational efficiency.
Course Overview
1. General Principles and Basic Features:
- Understanding the maritime mobile service relevant to non-SOLAS vessels.
- Exploring types of maritime mobile communication and station classifications.
- Gaining elementary knowledge of VHF maritime mobile band radio frequencies and channels.
- Learning the functionality of ship station equipment.
2. Detailed Working Knowledge of Radio Equipment:
- Radiotelephone channels: Overview and practical usage.
- Basic controls: Hands-on training on portable two-way VHF radiotelephone apparatus.
- Maritime VHF antennas: Installation and maintenance.
- Digital Selective Calling (DSC): Purpose, usage, and types of calls.
- Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI): Understanding the number system.
- Call categorization and priority, including Mayday calls.
- DSC facilities and usage, including protection of distress frequencies.
- Maritime Safety Information, alerting, and locating signals.
- Emergency Position Indication Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) and Search and Rescue Radar Transponder (SART).
3. Operational Procedures and Regulations:
- Exchanging safety communications and handling distress, urgency, and safety communications.
- Receiving maritime safety information via VHF radiotelephone.
- Using the IMO Standard Marine Navigational Vocabulary and international phonetic alphabet.
- Complying with regulations, obligatory procedures, and practices.
- Practical and theoretical knowledge of radiotelephone call procedures, including traffic charges and practical traffic routines.
Participants will leave this course with the ability to confidently handle VHF marine radio communications, ensuring the safety and efficiency of their operations. The course includes both theoretical knowledge and practical exercises, preparing participants for real-world scenarios.
What will I learn?
- 1. Types of Communication in Maritime Mobile Service: Voice communication, digital selective calling (DSC), and data transmission
- 2. Types of Stations in Maritime Mobile Service: Ship stations, coast stations, and mobile stations.
- 3. Elementary Knowledge of Radio Frequencies and Channels: Understanding the VHF maritime mobile band, frequency allocations, and channel usage.
- 4. Functionality of Ship Station Equipment: Basic components and operation of VHF marine radios.
- 5. Radiotelephone Channels: Overview of VHF channels used for distress, safety, and routine communication.
- 6. How to operate VHF radio equipment, including channel selection, volume control, and squelch adjustment.
- 7. Use and maintenance of handheld VHF radios.
- 8. Types, installation, and maintenance of antennas for optimal performance.
- 9. Understanding DSC features and their importance in distress communication.
- 10. Routine, safety, urgency, and distress calls.
- 11. Importance of MMSI and its application in DSC calls.
- 12. Procedures for Mayday (distress), Pan-Pan (urgency), and Sécurité (safety) calls.
- 13. Handling call setup and exchange of traffic information.
- 14. Practical exercises on using DSC for automated distress alerts and routine calls.
- 15. Regulations and practices for safeguarding distress frequencies from misuse.
- 16. Receiving and understanding navigational warnings and weather forecasts.
- 17. Use of EPIRBs (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons) and SARTs (Search and Rescue Transponders).
- 18. Protocols for communicating distress, urgency, and safety information.
- 19. Procedures for initiating and responding to distress calls.
- 20. Handling and prioritizing urgency messages.
- 21. Issuing and receiving safety-related messages.
- 22. Utilizing VHF radiotelephone to receive safety information broadcasts.
- 23. Standardized phrases for clear and effective communication.
- 24. Standardized phrases for clear and effective communication.
- 25. Legal and regulatory requirements for VHF radio operation.
- 26. Step-by-step procedures for making and receiving calls.
- 27. Understanding cost implications and management of communication expenses.
- 28. Real-life scenarios and exercises to reinforce learning.
- 29. Practical and theoretical knowledge of radiotelephone call procedures
- 30. Awareness of the existence and use of the IMO Standard Marine Navigational Vocabulary
- Personnel working on Offshore Oil and Gas rigs and work barges who do not need to comply with GMDSS requirements
- Personnel working in Inland Waters e.g. Fishing Vessels, Supply Vessels, Barges etc under 300 GRT.
Elite Offshore
Elite Offshore Pvt Ltd, established 2015, headquartered in CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai, is a renowned training institution specializing in safety and skill courses for the offshore and industrial sectors. With a commitment to excellence, Elite Offshore offers a wide range of courses designed to meet the specific needs of professionals working in challenging environments. These courses include BOSIET, HUET, HLO, HDA, OERTM, OERTL, and more, ensuring that individuals are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in their roles. As a trusted name in the industry, Elite Offshore is known for its state-of-the-art facilities, experienced trainers, and adherence to international safety standards. Through their training programs, they aim to enhance safety, efficiency, and proficiency in offshore and industrial operations, contributing to the success and well-being of professionals and organizations alike. Learn more about Elite Offshore Pvt Ltd and their comprehensive training solutions at https://eliteoffshore.in. Elite Offshore Pvt Ltd was founded with a clear goal - to enhance safety standards and promote unmatched skills development in the offshore industry. Established in 2015, the institute quickly gained a reputation as a reliable partner for individuals and organizations seeking exceptional training programs. With a commitment to delivering top-quality training solutions, Elite Offshore has become a recognized name in providing complete safety and skill development programs for the industrial and offshore oil and gas sector. It's not just a training center but a hub of knowledge, safety, and professional growth.
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