Marine Radio (srocp & lroc)
Training Info
Duration: Self paced
Prerequisites: Nil
Delivery: E-Learning, Virtual Assessment
What To Expect
By law, a ships station (VHF or HF radio) should only be operated by a person holding a current marine radio operator certificate of proficiency.
The Long Range Operators Certificate of Proficiency (LROCP) qualification allows the operator to operate both the VHF and MF/HF radio. The Short Range Operators Certificate of Proficiency (SROCP) allow the operator to operate VHF radio.
Both the SROCP and LROCP are offered in 3 easy steps:
Complete the E-Learning online modules with Above and Beyond Boating;
Book in for the assessment which involves both an online multiple choice exam and a practical skills assessment via video call (Above and Beyond Boating) or to be arranged in person (with Paper Sailors Rock);
Pay the ‘licence’ fee to Office of Maritime Communications (OMC) to receive your Operators Certificate of Proficiency.
You will learn:
- How radios work
- How to send Distress Urgency and Safety Communications
- Power supply
- Digital Selective Calling
- Emergency Position Indicating Radio beacons (EPIRB)
- Search and rescue transponders
- Search and rescue in Australia
- Operating procedures for routine communications