Posted this response on another thread:
Hi Stephen,
An EPIRB can only be registered under one owners name (account) but linked to this account can be a maximum of 4 x platforms. Between the group they would have to nominate a primary account name, address and phone numbers. Its important to update the registration as to who has the EPIRB and what platform to prevent confusion if detected.
The 406 Beacon Register will be available online from Tuesday 24th June. This will mean immediate and prompt access to updating the registration details.
Just keep in mind that part of the compulsory registration is having a registration sticker affixed to the EPIRB. The sticker will print the HEX ID, expiry date (2yrs) and either the primary vessel name, registration number or owners name if more than one platform. So if the EPIRB is used by 4 different vessels/owners the sticker will only print one name and hence when inspected may not comply.
We recommend each owner purchases their own EPIRB and registers under their personal details.
If you wish to discuss further let me know.
Regards,
Linda Berryman
AUSTRALIAN 406 MHz / MMSI DATABASE MANAGER
PLANNING AND BUSINESS SUPPORT
EMERGENCY RESPONSE DIVISION
http://www.ausfish.com.au/vforum/sho...d.php?p=844472
we're gunna need to clarify some of these issues with our state enforcement authorities, e.g in QLD - MSQ (the regulatory body), Boating & Fisheries Patrol
and Qld Water police.
regards
Steve