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Marine VHF Radio

The minimum requirement for all users of Marine VHF Radio.

Aim: To learn correct Marine VHF Radio operation.
Duration: 6 Hours.
Qualification: Marine VHF Radio Operators Qualification.  Unit Standard 19491 available.

Modules:

1. Routine Operation

• Common features & functions
• Pro-words & phonetic alphabet
• Call signs & channel allocation
  
  

2. Safety

• Trip reports
• Weather information
• Securite
  
  

3. Distress & Urgency

• "Mayday" & "Pan" calls
• EPIRB and SAR

Marine VHF Radio Tutorials

Learn from an experienced tutor at one of the many education centres throughout the country.

Price: Tutorial fees are variable throughout the country. Please obtain a quote from the venue of your choice.
Timetable: Please see the timetable below for details.

Marine VHF Radio Home Study

Now you can learn in the comfort of your own home at your own pace. Ideal for people who cannot attend a Marine VHF Radio course due to a restricted schedule or geographical location.

The Marine VHF Radio Operator assessment is only available within New Zealand.

Includes: Marine Radio Operator Manual, Study Guide and CD-Rom.

Available from Coastguard Boating Education, nationwide delivery.

Price: $55 (includes assessment fee)
Phone: 0800 40 80 90
Email: info@cbes.org.nz
Office: 165 Westhaven Drive, Westhaven, Auckland

Marine Radio Call Signs (NZ waters only)

A Marine Radio Call Sign is a unique identification code for your boat. It is registered on the National Search and Rescue database, and provides instant information about your vessel to help SAR personnel find you faster.

Cost: $30
Credit Card: To charge the $30 fee to your Visa or MasterCard, phone 0800 40 80 90 or download the application from www.cbes.org.nz.
Cheque: To pay the $30 fee by cheque, phone 0800 40 80 90 or download the application from www.cbes.org.nz.

Why it is important to use a Marine VHF Radio:

1. To communicate distress immediately.
2. Continuous contact with search and rescue nationwide.
3. To hear other boaties in distress.
4. To get regular weather updates.
5. A cell phone lets you talk to one person, a VHF lets you talk to many people.
6. It could save your life in an emergency

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