GMDSS ROC - Restricted Operators Certificate

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The ROC examination consists of three parts as follows:

1. Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) examination paper

2. Radio Regulations / Operations Test

3. Radiotelephone Communications (R/T) exercise simulating a distress situation

The SOLAS Paper consists of one long question and 14 multiple choice questions. The pass mark is 75%

Equipment Operation and Radio Regulations are tested together. Equipment includes VHF transceiver, VHF DCS, NAVTEX receiver and portable survival equipment (EPIRB, SART & VHF handheld radio). General topics covered include care and maintenance of antennas and batteries. The radio regulations are tested by oral examination as part of the practical examination. Pass mark is 75%.

The radiotelephone Communications exercise involves a number of candidates undertaking the role of ships at sea. The examiner takes the role of a Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC). Candidates are requires to use correct verbal and written procedures at appropriate times during the execution of the scenario. Pass mark is 75%.

Min. Age 18 

There are no formal entry requirements as this course covers all aspects of GMDSS (ROC) and assumes no pre-qualification in radio communication. 

• Use of our Class A VHF Radios

• Use of our Transas 5000 GMDSS Simulators

• Use of our live Navtex Sets

• 3 Days of training (including the exam)

• Course notes

• Tea & Coffee

• Free Parking

• ROC Course Completion Certificate.

• ROC Exam Fee (payable to AMERC)

• ROC Certificate of Competence (included in exam fee)

• Lunch

• 4th-6th November 2024

• 10th - 12th January 2025

• 15th - 17th February 2025

• 24th - 26th March 2025

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