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12-07-2010, 10:10 PM
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Log On

As previously highlighted on www.vhfradiocourse.com (http://www.vhfradiocourse.com) if the radio is not used, then its best to have it as an anchor.

Making a routine call to another boat or VMR, state clearly:

THE BOAT NAME OR Volunteer Marine Rescue / Coast Guard (VMR) you are calling (spoken three times if communications are difficult on the day)

THIS IS (use boat name or registration number if an unnamed boat), spoken three times if necessary

MESSAGE. (finish with over)

When the conversation is completed, SIGN OFF WITH OUT.

When LOGGING ON with a VMR, provide the following information:

•DEPARTING LOCATION
•VESSEL REGISTRATION NUMBER
•PLANNED DESTINATION
•DESCRIPTION OF YOUR VESSEL
•NUMBER OF PERSONS ON BOARD (POB 2 adults 3 children 1 dog)
•EXPECTED TIME OF RETURN. (ETR - eg 1700hrs, not 5pm)

A mobile phone contact as a back up can be useful, although your radio should always be treated as the primary communication mode.

Most importantly: Advise the VMR if you plan to change your COURSE, ETR or POB during the trip time and once returned to port, LOG OFF.

VMR and rescue authorities spend a lot of wasted time following up on forgotten Log Off calls.

So remember to Log Off... SOLAS

Safety Of Life At Sea...

And Go and attend a Local VMR Coast Guard Radio Course