IMO IE970E

The GMDSS Manual provides, in a single comprehensive publication, an explanation of the principles upon which the GMDSS is based, the radiocommunication requirements and recommendations for its implementation, the operational performance standards and technical specifications to be met by GMDSS equipment, and the procedures for and method of operation of the various radio services which form the GMDSS and the Master Plan for the GMDSS.

The 2011 edition is fully updated and includes:

• Description of the development and theconcepts of the GMDSS
• Description of the components of theGMDSS, the carriage requirements andthe operational procedures
• Excerpts from the relevant SOLASregulations for the GMDSS
• Supporting resolutions and circularsrelevant to the GMDSS
• The IMO performance standards andrelated ITU-R Recommendationsgiving the technical detail of the radioequipment
• The Joint IMO/IHO/WMO Manual onMaritime Safety Information (2010)
• The NAVTEX Manual (2005)
• The NAVTEX Manual (2012)
• The International SafetyNET Manual(2011)
• The current GMDSS Master Plan givingthe details of the coastal infrastructureand services provided by memberadministrations
• Extracts from the ITU-R RadioRegulations giving the radio regulatorybackground.

The Manual is intended for use by shippersonnel, shore operators, trainers,administrations, regulators and anyone elseconcerned with ship communication.

Product Details

Published:

2011

ISBN(s):

9789280115345