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GMDSS Restricted Operator Certificate (ROC) Course

GMDSS Restricted Operator Certificate (ROC) Course
4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country

What will I learn?

The GMDSS Restricted Operator Certificate (ROC) Course equips you with vital skills for correct VHF and DSC use in New Zealand coastal waters. You will learn legal channel selection, ship station identity, MMSI configuration, watchkeeping duties, and how to execute clear Mayday, Pan-Pan, and Sécurité calls. The training includes routine marina communications, weather and NAVAREA procedures, logging requirements, operational drills, and proven best practices to sidestep common radio errors and maintain complete compliance.

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Develop skills

  • Professional VHF routine calling: master marina and coast station calls fast.
  • GMDSS distress calling: send clear Mayday, Pan-Pan, and Sécurité messages.
  • DSC setup and checks: configure MMSI, test distress, and verify GPS input.
  • New Zealand coastal VHF rules: choose legal channels, log traffic, avoid fines.
  • Weather and hazard handling: use broadcasts to adjust route and brief crew.

Suggested summary

Before starting, you can change the chapters and the workload. Choose which chapter to start with. Add or remove chapters. Increase or decrease the course workload.
Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

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