TRAINING

Classes are conducted in English in a simple, accessible and stress-free way.  Training consists  mainly of practical exercises on 10 VHF Standard Horizon radios. We do not train on simulators! These are serial radios with transmission power reduced for training purposes. Participants can also use the VHF Standard Horizon HX-851 handheld radio with DSC and GPS. Each participant will have time to practice all the procedures discussed and to operate the VHF radio with DSC.

During the course, a trainee will receive

• basic information about the GMDSS system;
• EPIRB, SART and NAVTEX support etc.);
• radio rules and regulations;
• VHF DSC receiver support;
• jargon and  language used in radio communication;
• radio channels and their use;
• Distress Alert and Distress Message (MAYDAY);
• Urgency (PAN PAN) and Safety (SECURITE) messages;
• routine calls and calls;
• other DSC functions.

Training lasts about 8 hours, including two 20-minute coffee breaks. Before the training, it is necessary to devote a minimum of 3 hours to self-study the book. It will be posted on completion of the initial booking process.

The exam takes place at the end of the course. It is enough to read the book before the training and carefully participate in the training to pass the exam without any problems.
 

After receiving the payment for  training, we will send you the book. It contains basic radio knowledge and it should be read before the training.

Please pay special attention to  phonetic alphabet, prowords, and basic phrases in English. Knowing them is essential during the exam.
 

The exam takes place at the end of the course It includes two parts: practical radio operation and theoretical test. It contains questions where subject matter relates only to the issues discussed during the training. Exam results will be communicated within several minutes of its completion.
You should bring a colour photo (3.5 × 4.5 cm) signed on the back and a horizontally printed application form!
Once you have made the payment, please print the application form and bring it with you to training.

Summary of instructions in Polish:
a. Go to: https://www.rya.org.uk/exam-payments/Pages/hub.aspx and click the red button: Start the Exam Payment Service
b. If you have an account, log in to the red frame on the right, if not, click in the yellow frame and set up a free account.
If you are not a RYA member, choose the “I just need to register option”  and fill in the details.
a. After registration, log in and select the option: Marine Radio SRC exam from the red frame
b. In the declaration, select “I agree” in the red frame and click: Next step –Your Details
c. The data should automatically load. Click: Next step - Payment
d. Enter the data from the payment card.  At the bottom, select “ I agree the RYA Terms & Condicions “ and click: “Finish & Submit Payment.”
e. After making the payment you will get 3 e-mails from RYA. Please make sure you take the “ Personal exam application form” together with a photo, to the course!