Watchkeeping and procedures
Clasification Society 2023 - Version 9.37

Watchkeeping and procedures

  42 Training should be given in:

  • .1 communication procedures and discipline to prevent harmful interference in GMDSS sub-systems used in sea area A1;

  • .2 VHF communication procedures for:

    • .2.1 radiocommunication watchkeeping, exchange of radiocommunication traffic, particularly concerning distress, urgency and safety procedures, and radio records;

    • .2.2 monitoring a distress frequency while simultaneously monitoring or working on at least one other frequency; and

    • .2.3 the digital selective calling system;

  • .3 use of the international phonetic alphabet;

  • .4 ship reporting systems and procedures;

  • .5 VHF radiocommunication procedures of the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) Manual;

  • .6 radio medical systems and procedures; and

  • .7 causes of false distress alerts and means to avoid them.footnote

Parent topic: Training Related to the Restricted Operator's Certificate
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