The fishing section has organised a VHF operators’ course to be held at MMBC shark room on Sunday June 22ndand or June 29th .

The course is limited to 8 -16 students and costs $205 for the one-day course and lunch.
Registration forms will be available from the club rooms or Facebook.

MARITIME VHF OPERATOR CERTIFICATE

Aim:  To obtain a working knowledge in the use of a marine VHF radio and an EPIRB.
Qualifications: Maritime VHF Operator’s Certificate (MVOC) and NZQA Unit Standard 19491.
Legal Requirement: Under the Radio communications Act 1989, it is a legal requirement that anyone wishing to operate a marine VHF radio holds an appropriate operator’s certificate. For operators of marine VHF radios, the minimum legal operator certification is the Maritime VHF Operator’s Certificate (MVOC).

This course, which aligns with the syllabus, specified by Radio Spectrum

  • the general features and functions of a marine VHF radio
  • procedures and operating techniques for routine calling
  • correct distress and urgency and safety procedures
  • pro-words and the phonetic alphabet
  • trip reports
  • weather services
  • EPIRBS and more

In this MVOC course you will learn how to use a marine VHF radio correctly and with confidence: a must in any emergency. And don’t forget that marine VHF radios can be used for receiving weather forecasts, safety information, communicating between boats, or communicating boat to shore.
Note: This assessment has been revamped to better align with the needs of everyday comms on the water. The update ensures that the assessment process is more streamlined and user-friendly, allowing participants to gain relevant skills for safe and effective maritime operations.

Course Type and Duration:
Classroom Study: This is a physical face-to-face classroom course with a tutor. This course is usually run over a weekend. There is an in-class time commitment of 8 hours that will apply.
Course Requirements:  We welcome all domestic learners who are 14 years and older. A NZ citizen or permanent resident, and an Australian citizen or permanent resident are considered domestic learners.

Click here for: REGISTRATION FORM FOR RADIO OPERATORS LICENSE HELD AT MMBC

PAYMENT FOR COURSE ONCE CONFIRMED with Coast Guard NZ