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If you have the radio on, you must maintain a watch on VHF Channel 16. In USCG District I waters (northern New Jersey to Canada), urgent marine information broadcasts, such as storm warnings, are announced on Channel 16.  ...

There have been a significant number of collisions where subsequent investigation has found that at some stage before impact, one or both parties were using VHF radio in an attempt to avoid collision. The use of VHF radio in these circumstances is not always helpful and may even prove to be dangerous.  ...

you don’t want to be fumbling about trying to remember the training when you really need it.. You, as skipper, should have a good understanding of how it works, how to adjust it and how to send an emergency message. Ideally, at least one other person aboard should also have a working knowledge of the basics.  ...

Each country has its own regulatory authority, here in the UK it is the responsibility of the Maritime Coastguard Agency (MCA) and OFCOM. These notes are for UK registered ships and are only meant as a guide. Non UK registered ships should check with the country of registration.  ...

There will be different degrees of loss during the use of marine VHF radio. Some small problems will not cause the use of marine VHF radio, but some large losses will damage the use of VHF radio. Let's learn some aspects that are easy to cause damage to marine VHF radio.  ...

Now, if you want to use VHF marine radio, you must have relevant certificates. If you don't have relevant certificates, you will encounter some troubles. So how can we get the relevant documents and what are they? Now we have taken Australia as an example to introduce some documents.  ...

Here are some basic pointers for VHF marine radio newbies. Even if you're a seasoned hand, it is worth pointing this out and passing it on to green hands aboard. Think of you're loved ones, friends, crew-mates, or passengers in your care completely helpless should you become incapacitated.  ...

Before you travel, please check whether your handheld marine radio is working properly and whether it can receive information Don’t forget that a marine VHF radio is not a private phone call and everyone in the range can hear you. Foul language will not only be offensive to other users but is also not allowed under the rules in your license.  ...

Whichever way you enjoy the water, a VHF marine radio is an important safety tool that will ensure that you stay safe and can contact other boaters, marinas, or safety organizations. Whether you are new to boating or an experienced sea hand, Retevis marine radio has provided several tips to improve your experience, optimize the use of your radio and hopefully keep yourself safe.  ...