GMDSS GOC (inc FCC)
Global Maritime Distress Safety System (GMDSS) at Elkins Marine (EMTI) -
General Operator’s Certificate (GOC) for GMDSS at Elkins Marine Training International Nigeria (Our GMDSS training in Africa/Nigeria)
This course is designed to provide delegates with the level of knowledge needed to be competent in the use of VHF/HF/MF radiotelephony, telex, satellite procedures, and equipment used commercially in the GMDSS.
All GMDSS equipment are used at Elkins Marine to ensure candidates meet requirements of a radio operator.
Come and join the real operations and search and rescue (SAR) experience conducted by experienced professionals. Simulated scenarios and real equipment at EMTI are used to maximise the knowledge of candidates.
You will learn:
To safely operate marine radio equipment in sea area – 1- 3, as recommended in Annex 3 to IMO Assembly Resolution A. 7.03 (17)
To efficiently operate the GMDSS equipment and to have primary responsibility for radio communication during distress incidents
How to safe guards against accidental/ unintentional transmission of false distress alert / procedures to use in order to mitigate the effect of false distress alerts following unintentional transmission.
This course is revised to meet the Radio Regulations 2012
This course covers the mandatory training requirements for the General Operator’s Certificate for GMDSS Radio Personnel. It is based on the provisions of section A-IV/2 of the STCW Code and derived from IMO Model Course 1.25. The course is approved by the US Coast Guard & NIMASA. Successful completion leads to the award of a US Coastguard Certificate of Completion (Proof of Passing Certificate).
For Nigerians. A license is issued under NIMASA.
Bookings:
GMDSS at Elkins Marine Nigeria is booked to full capacity every month so book your space quickly to avoid missing out. At times we do have a waiting list to join classes.
Apply via email to hufyelkins@yahoo.co.uk or bookelkins@gmail.com Corporate: elkins@elkinsmarine.com
Or call 08033034202 ( whatsapp/text if the call is not answered)
Send email application for the quick booking process.
Send your full name and the training you are interested in and our team will get back to you with information and instructions to join.
IMO standard.
APPROVALS: US Coastguard (International)
International Certificates directly from US CG.
Prerequisites: Basic computer Knowledge.
Only book training directly with Elkins Marine via 07066823373 - 08033034202 or hufyelkins@yahoo.co.uk | bookelkins@gmail.com or info@elkinsmarine.com
Report if anyone that is not working with Elkins with the above telephone numbers attempts to book or take payment from you.
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Price:
Starts from:
$500
$1200
$1900
$2800
Duration:
1. GOC & FCC 10 days
Requirements:
Identification card and passport
2 passport photographs
Minimum age: 18 years old
Assessment:
100% attendance
Theory and Practical examinations and assessment.
Simulator from \Wartsila (TRANSAS).
Approval:
US Coastguard (International)
NIMASA
IMO
Simulator: Wartsila (Transas) TGS 5000 - DNV Approved.
Prerequisites:
Understand English
Basic knowledge of phonetic alphabet.
Must be 18+
Venue:
Ikeja, Ikeja
Owerri, Imo State
Your site. International
Booking:
Only book training directly with Elkins Marine via 08033034202 or 07066823373
hufyelkins@yahoo.co.uk | bookelkins@gmail.com or elkins@elkinsmarine.com
Report if anyone that is not working with Elkins attempts to book or take payment from you.