Synopses & Reviews
The Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) provides a
fast and efficient way of calling for assistance at sea, whatever the
size of craft or geographical position. Now updated for the third
edition, this book explains the operation of the system as a whole and
the procedures involved, as well as covering the syllabi of the General
Operator's Certificate (GOC), the Long Range Certificate (LRC), and the
Restricted Operator's Certificate (ROC).
GMDSS: A User's Handbook has proved an invaluable reference for both exam candidates and equipment users alike.
'The ideal publication' Cruising
'Concise and lucid practical guidance' The Nautical Magazine
'A useful guide for those taking examinations? or those who need to brush up on procedures' &I
Review
"What makes this book stand out from others on the same subject is the ease in which the author explains and describes the equipment and how to use it.... Thoroughly recommended."—Nautical Magazine "Essential... a handy reference book."—World Cruising Club "The book is written and presented with admirable clarity and simplicity, well supported with graphics and other illustrations."—Nautilus UK Telegraph "An excellent and very readable textbook."—Ausmarine
Synopsis
This updated new edition explains the operation of the GMDSS system as a whole
Synopsis
The Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) provides a fast and efficient way of calling for assistance at sea, whatever the size of craft or geographical position. Now updated for the third edition, this book explains the operation of the system as a whole and the procedures involved, as well as covering the syllabi of the General Operator's Certificate (GOC), the Long Range Certificate (LRC), and the Restricted Operator's Certificate (ROC).
GMDSS: A User's Handbook has proved an invaluable reference for both exam candidates and equipment users alike.
'The ideal publication' Cruising
'Concise and lucid practical guidance' The Nautical Magazine
'A useful guide for those taking examinations? or those who need to brush up on procedures' Lloyds List
About the Author
Denise Br?ut is an LRC, ROC and GOC instructor and examiner. She
lectures at the Warsash Maritime Campus of the Southampton Solent
University.