Dumping old 121.5 EPIRBS

[QF3 MROCP]

I was asked recently at a radio operators course where can you dump an old 121.5MHz EPIRB when replacing it for the new 406MHz as of 1st Feb next year.

Well according to the current MSQ "Recreational Boating & Fishing in Qld" booklet page 31 - Beacon disposal can now be done at Battery World stores around Australia.

It's a free service!

Don't forget you have to register the new 406 when you buy one. Also if one comes with the secondhand boat you buy, make sure you get ownership transfer with the beacon along with the boat from the previous owner.

check out AMSA (Australian Maritime Safety Authority) http://beacons.amsa.gov.au

[PADDLES]

top bit of info qf. i replaced my 121.5 with another 121.5 just over a year ago (i don't go far offshore so milked the system for another coupla years for less than half the 406 price) i contacted vmr and was told to remove the batteries and then dispose of the unit in the rubbish bin. the batteries are sitting in the shed at home because i didn't know what to do with them and now i do, cheers.

[freefish]

Just for interest sake . what voltage are epirb batteries? Bill

[Fish Guts]

qf3,

How often are you running radio courses at coastguard redcliffe ?. What are the details on your next course ect. I did your course about 5 years ago and it was spot on. keep up the good work. Also a great way for people to get involved with the coastguard !!!

cheers

fish guts

[QF3 MROCP]

qf3,

How often are you running radio courses at coastguard redcliffe ?. What are the details on your next course ect. I did your course about 5 years ago and it was spot on. keep up the good work. Also a great way for people to get involved with the coastguard !!!

cheers

fish guts

Just to let you know I conduct a one day radio course at Scarborough Harbour for Redcliffe Coast Guard. Our dates are as follow:


Feb 2nd *10th
August 10th *17th
March 2nd *9th
Sept 7th *14th
April 13th *20th
October 5th *11th
May25th *1 Jun
Nov 9th *15th
June 15th *21st
Dec 7th *14th
July 13th *20th


New Year Break




(dates and times are subject to change without notice)

Participants must attend the following Saturday or Sunday at 08:30 and sit for the examination for each respective date.
( date indicated by * )

give the base a call on 3203 5522 and make a booking.. we have seats available.

Peter

[QF3 MROCP]

what brand / model. Google search indicates 12v