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Applying for a mobile spectrum license with SMA is a simple process. Follow these steps to get started.
The Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) license is essential for anyone serious about maritime safety. This internationally recognized certification encompasses a comprehensive set of safety protocols, advanced equipment, and reliable communication methods specifically designed to enhance the safety of vessels and facilitate timely rescue operations for ships and aircraft in distress. By obtaining a GMDSS license, you’re not just meeting regulations; you’re equipping yourself with the knowledge and skills to respond effectively in emergencies at sea, thereby ensuring the safety of yourself and others.
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JMD – $2,000.00
The Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) is an internationally recognized system, developed by the IMO, that uses satellite and terrestrial radio systems to ensure rapid and automated alerting of shore-based rescue authorities and nearby vessels in case of a marine distress.
To obtain a GMDSS license, you need to firstly register your vessel with the Maritime Authority of Jamaica and then submit an application to the spectrum management authority and meet the necessary requirements.
In GMDSS radio, key frequencies include VHF channels 16 (156.800 MHz) for distress, urgency, and safety communications, and channel 70 (156.525 MHz) for Digital Selective Calling (DSC). Medium frequency (MF) distress and safety frequencies include 2182 kHz (radiotelephony) and 2187.5 kHz (DSC), while high frequency (HF) bands include frequencies like 4125 kHz (radiotelephony) and 4207.5 kHz (DSC).
GMDSS (Global Maritime Distress and Safety System) offers significant benefits for maritime safety, including automated distress alerting with precise location, efficient coordination of search and rescue efforts, and the ability to broadcast maritime safety information, all while reducing the need for constant radio watch
Yes, there are restrictions on GMDSS usage, primarily focused on ensuring its primary function of distress and safety communications remains reliable and protected from interference. Specifically, transmissions for testing should be minimized, and testing on distress frequencies should be avoided.
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