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:

1. Complete the E-Learning online modules with Above and Beyond Boating;
2. 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);
3. 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

Please contact Annette for further information and bookings.