Top 5 tips for operating a marine radio Operating a marine radio is a crucial skill for boaters and mariners. It is an essential tool for communication on the water and plays a vital role in ensuring safety and navigation 1. Listen before transmitting: The first...
There has never been a better time if you are looking to the opportunity of working on the water as a marine Coxswain. The first step is complete the required training. There is currently a shortage of Coxswains’ nationwide so don’t leave it too long. We...
Other than 2 engine operation units of competency the main difference between a Coxswain NC1 and the NC2 and NC3 is the requirement to complete the Coastal Navigation unit of Competency MARH013. The good news is that this is a low cost learning component and can be...
Who Must Have a Marine Radio Licence Any person who operates VHF (Short Range) or MF/HF (Long Range) marine radios on a vessel (both recreational and commercial vessels) must be licenced. This requirement has been in existence for many, many years however it has not...
Creating a marine navigational passage plan typically involves several steps and may require specific information about your voyage, vessel, and the waters you’ll be navigating.- Here’s a simplified outline to get you started: Voyage Information: Departure...
