I wouldn't consider putting to sea without one,but then again I don't own a mobile.
Hi All
This may seem like a silly discussion but I have been doing some research as to where I actually need a marine radio and according to QLD law, you don't.
I have been looking all over the place and have found the QLD Government list of safety equipment which only states that an EPIRB or PLB is required if going into open water whereas other states make it mandatory to have a radio if going more than 3NM or thereabouts out. Can anyone else back this up or is there other facts out there that i have missed? Apart from the obvious that a radio is there for safety, I only have a 4.1 tinny so wouldn't be going out 50km and rarely head out into open waters even, so didn't see the need to own one.
Cheers
Regards
The Complete Angler
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I wouldn't consider putting to sea without one,but then again I don't own a mobile.
Here is a link of what you need for open waters -
www.rms.nsw.gov.au/documents/maritime/safety-rules/safety-equipment-table-checklist-open.pdf
If you go beyond the 2NM limit - you need a radio & epirb
Maritime enforce these regulations & they are on the water everywhere …….
Chris
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Teach him how to fish
& he will sit in a boat - & drink beer all day!
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I thought mobiles only work so far out? Having a radio is a good thing even a portable so if the boat sinks u may just have that life line in your pocket or clipped onto your shirt and some are waterproof
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I would contact MSQ (Marine Safety Queensland) or Qld Boating and Fisheries for a definitive answer. That said, in Queensland, I can't locate any literature that would indicate it compulsory. Other states it certainly is.
looks pretty definitive to me
www.msq.qld.gov.au/Safety/Safety-equipment-recreational-ships.aspx
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Teach him how to fish
& he will sit in a boat - & drink beer all day!
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I can’t see anywhere where it says that it is a requirement.
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Nah mate....you don't need a radio in QLD...
Mobile phone is helpful otherwise you will look like a goose if you have to activate your EPIRB to get home because of a minor engine problem..
My only comment would be, Why the hell WOULDN'T you want to have one..????
For a pretty small outlay, most times less that a tank of fuel, or a fraction of the cost of your tackle, probably up there with the best purchase you could
make for your boat........
Just saying...
Col
Of course. I have just purchased a portable one to be on the safe side. Like I mentioned I don't go out too far into open waters but far enough so that my mobile isn't quite receiving signal. They aren't exactly cheap but I have one. I'm saying there's no QLD rule on having one like most other states.
Regards
The Complete Angler
Fish Responsibly
I have a VHF radio...but I guess I that makes me a criminal because I don't have a licence …
From what I can gather to get one …
I have to first do an online course, exam and then pay for a licence....These guys charge almost $300....
https://www.marineradiolicence.com.a...l-marine-radio
I refuse to pay that ...its bureaucracy gone mad...