RYA SRC VHF Radio Procedures

Question 1

What is the designated international distress, safety, and calling frequency for VHF marine radio?

Accepted Answer

Channel 16 (156.800 MHz)

Answer

Channel 6

Answer

Channel 72

Answer

Channel 80

Question 2

What does the proword 'OVER' signify at the end of a VHF radio transmission?

Accepted Answer

The speaker has finished their message and is awaiting a reply

Answer

The communication is finished

Answer

An emergency situation

Answer

The channel is changing

Question 3

Before transmitting on VHF, what should a radio operator always do first?

Accepted Answer

Listen on the intended channel to ensure it is clear and you will not interfere with other communications

Answer

Switch to maximum power

Answer

Call the coastguard for permission

Answer

Turn off all other electronics

Question 4

What is the correct way to make an initial call to another vessel on VHF?

Accepted Answer

State the name of the station being called (up to 3 times), followed by 'THIS IS' and your vessel name (up to 3 times), then 'OVER'

Answer

Just start talking about your message

Answer

Sound your horn first

Answer

Send a text message via DSC first

Question 5

What does the proword 'OUT' signify?

Accepted Answer

The communication is ended and no reply is expected

Answer

An error has been made

Answer

The speaker is going outside

Answer

A request to change channel

Question 6

What VHF channel is commonly used for ship-to-ship safety communications in UK waters?

Accepted Answer

Channel 72

Answer

Channel 16

Answer

Channel 6

Answer

Channel 13