Redio Communication

Applicable to: Manufacturers and users of battery chargers

Effective Date: 19th June, 2006

Superseded Circulars: None mentioned

Key Changes and Requirements

Manufacturers/users must submit the plan of the equipment to the Directorate. The prototype must be tested by the Mercantile Marine Department (MMD).

Test Completion: Forward detailed test report along with MMD's recommendation to Nautical Adviser at Directorate General of Shipping.
Approval Period: Normally granted for 5 years with intermediate inspections after 2.5 years. Surprise inspections may occur at any time.

The equipment must comply with the following:

IMO Resolution A.694 (17): General requirements for Shipborne Radio equipment.
IEC 60945: General requirements for maritime navigation and radio communication equipment.
Chapter IV of SOLAS: Radio communication, with emphasis on Regulation 13 (Source of Energy).
M.S. Rules 1995: Distress and Safety Radio Communication.

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