Module 1 - Licensing & SRC Exam
Operating Authority, Records, And Radio Secrecy
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Section 8 of 9
Explain the main idea from operating authority, records, and radio secrecy in your own words.
A licensed station must be controlled by, or used under the supervision of, an appropriately certificated operator. The ship radio licence authorises the station and equipment; the operator certificate authorises the person. Keep licence and identity details current and have the relevant documents available as required.
Radio traffic is not entertainment. Do not disclose or make use of correspondence that was not intended for you, except where action is required for distress or safety. False or deceptive distress transmissions, superfluous signals, indecent language, music, and unauthorised broadcasts are prohibited. A radio record or log should capture required distress and safety traffic and significant incidents according to the vessel's applicable rules and operating practice.
Key points
- Certificate and station licence are separate requirements.
- Keep call sign, MMSI, equipment, and contact details accurate.
- Protect the secrecy of correspondence not intended for you.
- Never send false distress traffic, music, indecent language, or unnecessary signals.
- Record distress, urgency, safety, and significant radio events when required or operationally prudent.
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