Elements and Performance Criteria
- Operate VHF radio equipment to transmit and receive messages
- VHF radio equipment is selected for operation within limits of specifications
- VHF radio equipment is operated to transmit and receive various types of signal according to manufacturer instructions, established radio operation procedures and regulatory requirements
- Regulations and procedures applicable to vessel stations equipped with radio and digital selective calling (DSC) facilities are applied during radio communication
- Work health and safety/occupational health and safety (WHS/OHS) procedures and hazard control strategies are applied when operating radio equipment
- Access search and rescue VHF radio facilities
- Operate an EPIRB in a distress situation