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GMDSS Manual, 2011 Edition

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Global Maritime Distress and Safety System Manual (GMDSS Manual), 2011 Edition

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ISBN: 9789280115345
Published by: IMO
Language: English
IMO Ref: IE970E

This new 2011 Edition of The GMDSS Manual provides a comprehensive explanation of the principles upon which the GMDSS is based. Topics covered include, 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 GMDSS Manual, 2011 edition is fully updated and includes:

Description of the development and the concepts of the GMDSS
Description of the carriage requirements and the operational procedures of the GMDSS
Excerpts from the relevant SOLAS regulations for the GMDSS
Supporting resolutions and circulars relevant to the GMDSS
Technical detail of the radio equipment from the IMO performance standards and related ITU-R Recommendations
The Joint IMO/IHO/WMO Manual on Maritime Safety Information (2010)
The NAVTEX Manual 2005 & 2012 Editions
The International SafetyNET Manual (2011)
Details of the coastal infrastructure and services provided by member administrations from the current GMDSS Master Plan
Extracts from the ITU-R Radio Regulations giving the radio regulatory background.

The GMDSS Manual is intended for use by anyone else concerned with ship communication, including ship personnel, shore operators, trainers, administrations and regulators.