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"The Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)--the revolutionary maritime equivalent of 911--provides a fast and efficient way of calling for assistance at sea, whatever the size of craft or its location. Denise Bréhaut explains the system and clearly outlines the procedures required...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Bréhaut, Denise (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: London : Adlard Coles Nautical, 2017.
Edition:6th edition.
Subjects:
Electronics in navigation.
Ships > Safety regulations.
Radio > Installation on ships.
Électronique en navigation.
Navires > Sécurité > Règlements.
Navires > Équipement radio.
TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING > Military Science.
Table of Contents:
  • Introduction to the systems
  • Training courses and examinations
  • Modes of emission and propagation
  • General regulations and procedures
  • Digital selective calling
  • DSC and radiotelephony procedures
  • The radiotelephony examination
  • The INMARSAT systems
  • INMARSAT procedures
  • EPIRBs and SARTs
  • Antennae and batteries
  • Maritime safety information
  • Quick reference guide.