DNV ID no.

REPORT ON SURVEY OF GMDSS Job ID:

RADIO INSTALLATIONS Date of issue:

(yyyy-mm-dd)

Ref. INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF LIFE AT SEA, 1974 and IMO Res. A.1156(31)
and amendments thereto.

Particulars of ship
Name of ship:
Call sign:
Port of registry:
Flag:
Gross tonnage:
SOLAS tonnage (Ref. 29):
MMSI number:
IMO number:
Date on which keel was laid: (yyyy-mm-dd)

Survey type:
Newbuilding initial Periodical Renewal Change of Flag Class entry

Occasional Survey related to:

(for example, survey of replacement or rectification of GMDSS equipment)
Passenger ship Polar waters
Note: If the ship is certified based on Polar Code requirements with operation in low air
temperatures, i.e. PST below -20°C, then the supplement form “POL CRC 521” shall
also be filled in and attached to this report.
Inmarsat C number(s): IRIDIUM number(s):
, ,
Existing CRC or PSSC issued at: Date of issue: Valid until date: Has an exemption certificate been issued?
Yes No
Marks to be used: Y = Yes N = No N/A = Not applicable

1. General, to be answered by radio inspector

Item Y N N/A
1.1 Has DNV been contacted before conducting and after the conclusion of the radio survey?

Attending / Remote DNV surveyor’s name:

Note: The radio inspector must always contact the assigned attending or remote DNV
surveyor prior, during and after the radio survey. Failure to do so may result in rejection of
the survey results and the report by DNV.
1.2 Does the GMDSS installation conform to DNV approved plans? 1
Note: The drawings shall be made available by relevant DNV station.
1.3 Are relevant pending approval comments, if any, complied with? 1

1
For newbuilding and major conversion survey only

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1.4 Has the radio inspector been informed by the assigned DNV surveyor about any Flag State
Requirements?
(Items 2.26/2.27 to be answered by radio inspector)
1.5 Are there any deficiencies?
(If yes, please record deficiencies under item 2.28 and inform the assigned DNV surveyor
about the possible findings before leaving the vessel)
1.6 Does the existing radio certificate/Form R reflect the actual installation?
(If no, then DNV surveyor should be informed about the necessary changes that need to be
made to the certificate / Form R)
1.7 Alterations, Replacements or Renewals of Safety Radio Equipment:
All new equipment/units shall be type-approved based on the standards as referred to by
SOLAS Ch. IV Reg. 14.
Also observe that GMDSS equipment installed onboard ship’s flying EU Flag (Norway inclusive) shall carry
“wheel mark”.
Please fill in the table below, if applicable.
New Equipment, type approval
Item no. Old equipment
certificate no.
,
,
1.8 The undersigned:
— has not been engaged in any installation/repair/commissioning of the surveyed installation before or
during the survey; and will not personally conduct any repairs of the installation or rectify possible
findings after the survey, and
— confirms that the radio station has been inspected based on the check items listed in Appendix A, and
— confirms that the radio station complies / does not comply 2 with the requirements of SOLAS 1974
and protocol of 1988 and later and amendments, and
— recommends / does not recommend 2 endorsement of the existing certificate/issuance of a new
certificate.

Radio firm’s DNV certificate no.:

Valid until:

Place: (place) Date: (yyyy-mm-dd)

Radio inspector’s stamp and signature for (name of radio firm)

(name)
Radio Inspector

The undersigned, (name), Master of confirms that the above radio inspector:
— has conducted and completed the radio survey, and
— informed the undersigned as well as the assigned DNV surveyor about the results before leaving the vessel, and
— has not been engaged in any installation/repair/commissioning of the surveyed installation before or during the
survey and is not hired to conduct any repairs of the installation or rectify possible findings after the survey.

Place: (place) Date: (yyyy-mm-dd)

(name)
Master’s stamp and signature

The signed and stamped report without the appendix shall be scanned and, together with a copy of the radio firm’s
DNV certificate and the firm’s internal list of trained inspectors which includes the name of the radio inspector, submitted
to the assigned DNV surveyor without delay.

2
Delete as appropriate.

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It is not mandatory to have a copy of CRC 521 onboard since this document is a report from approved external radio
service suppliers to DNV only.

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2. Technical details to be answered by radio inspector for all surveys

2.1 Sea area and maintenance
2.1.1 Sea area in which the ship is certified to operate:
A1 A1+A2 A1+A2+A3 A1+A2+A3+A4
Satellite solution (primary system) using:
name of the primary satellite system
Note: When two different recognised satellite systems are provided, then the primary satellite system is the
system with the least coverage.
2.1.2 Method(s) of maintenance (Reg.IV/15)
Duplication Shore-based maintenance At-sea maintenance
Y N N/A
2.1.3 If at-sea maintenance: Is electronic test equipment, service manuals and spare parts
available, and are authorised or approved personnel onboard?
(Reg.IV/15)
2.1.4 If shore-based maintenance: Is a written agreement with a service company or a plan of
how it should be carried out available? (Reg.IV/15)
2.1.5 Appropriate secondary means of alerting for the applicable sea area
(Reg.IV/4.1.1.1, IV/8.1, IV/9.1.3, IV/10.1.4, IV/11.1.3)
Equipment:
Ref. item on the report:
2.2 GMDSS radio operators (Reg.IV/16 and ITU RR VOL I Art. 47)
Note: Any required flag endorsement to be specified in item 27.
GMDSS radio operator Certificate type and no. Place of issue Expiry date
2.2.1
2.2.2
2.2.3
Note: If any of the above certificates are not issued by the ship’s flag, then possible flag requirements with regards to
endorsement/acceptance of those certificates should be checked and the results listed under item 2.27. The assigned
DNV surveyor should be consulted with regards to possible flag requirements.
2.3 Radio licence
2.3.1 Radio licence no. (ITU RR VOL I Art. 18): Place and date of issue: Expiry date:

Y N
2.3.2 Does the radio licence cover the actual installation on board?
Note: If the radio licence is expired or if it is not updated to cover possible changes to GMDSS installation, restrictions
may apply under national requirements, to be clarified with DNV surveyor before departure.
2.4 General requirements Y N N/A
2.4.1 Is a radio record kept in accordance with the regulations? (Reg.IV/17 and ITU RR
VOL II App.16)
2.4.2 Are ITU publications, in accordance with ITU RR VOL II App.16, present?
Hint: A table of ITU publications required, including the last edition and the next edition,
can be found on the ITU home page: https://www.itu.int/hub/pubs/itu-maritime-
publications.
2.4.3 Are tools, spare parts and relevant manuals as required by manufacturers available on
board? (Reg.IV/15.4)
Hint: Not to be confused with item 2.1.3 “At-sea maintenance” requirements.
2.4.4 Is the emergency light in order and the switch properly marked? (Reg.IV/6.2.4)
2.4.5 Is the ship’s call sign, ship station identity (MMSI) and other codes, as applicable,
clearly marked near each radio installation? (Reg.IV/6.2.5)
2.4.6 Are the antennae drawings, radio arrangement drawings and cable wiring diagram
available for service and survey purposes?
Hint: Such Drawings need not to be approved by the class society but must show the
actual installation (Reg.IV/15.3)
2.4.7 Are the plans/drawings updated to cover the alterations (if any, ref. item 1.7); examined
by the radio inspector and found in compliance with the appropriate requirements?

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2.4.8 Is the radio installation protected against environmental influence?

(Reg.IV/6.2.3)
2.4.9 Form AIS 001a completed
2.5 Power supplies
2.5.1 Main source of electrical power (Reg.II-1/41, IV/13.1)
Voltage:
2.5.2 Emergency source of electrical power/emergency generator (Reg.II-1/42 or II 1/43)
Emergency battery Emergency generator
Voltage: Capacity (Ah): or hours of operation:
2.5.3 Reserve source of energy (Reg.IV/13.2, 13.3, 13.4, 13.5, 13.7,13.8)
Make and type:
UPS Accumulators Sealed Accumulators Lithium-ion
Voltage: Sp. gravity (when applicable):
Capacity (Ah) as stated on the batteries:
Min. required capacity (Ah) based on onboard documentation: , sufficient for the
operation of all required equipment (which are connected to the batteries) for a minimum
time of: 1 hour (if 2.5.2 is provided) / 6 hours (if 2.5.2 is not provided)
Y N N/A
2.5.4 Has an appropriate method for checking the capacity of the radio battery been
determined either by the manufacturer or by the ship management and followed up?
(Reg.IV/13.6.2.)
2.5.5 Has there been a discharge test during the last 12 months verifying the capacity
according to item 2.5.3? (Reg.IV/13.6.2.)
2.5.6 With the battery off charge, and the maximum required radio installation load check the
battery voltage and discharge current (Reg.IV/13.2, 13.7)
Battery voltage and discharge current:
2.5.7 Is the reserve source of energy in good working condition?
2.5.8 Is the location of the batteries in accordance with the specification given by the
manufacturers with regards to temperature tolerance and environmental strain?
(Reg.IV/13.7)
2.6 Battery charger
2.6.1 Automatic charger make and type (Reg.IV/13.6):
The observed operational charging voltage and maximum charging current:
Y N N/A
2.6.2 Is the charger capable of recharging the batteries to the minimum required capacity
within 10 hours? (Reg.IV/13.6.1)
2.7 Antenna installation Y N N/A
2.7.1 Are the antennae locations in accordance with antennae arrangement drawings?
2.7.2 Are all antennae well supported?
2.8 VHF radio installation, basic equipment for sea area A1-A2-A3-A4
(Reg.IV/7.1.1, 7.1.2, 7.1.6)
Power supply Mains Emergency Reserve
Sub-unit Make and type
2.8.1 VHF radio installation Set no.1
2.8.2 DSC controller
2.8.3 DSC Watch receiver
Y N N/A
2.8.4 Is an audible and a visual indication of reception of incoming DSC distress calls
provided?
2.8.5 Is the VHF installation in good working condition?
2.8.6 Is protection against inadvertent activation of alarm button(s) provided?

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2.9 VHF radio installation, duplicated equipment for sea area A1-A2-A3-A4
(Reg.IV/15.6, 15.7)
Note: Duplication in A1 and A2 is not mandatory if shore-based or at-sea maintenance is provided, ref. 2.1.2.
Power supply Mains Emergency Reserve
Sub-Unit Make and type
2.9.1 VHF radio installation Set no. 2
2.9.2 DSC controller
2.9.3 DSC Watch receiver
Y N N/A
2.9.4 Is an audible and a visual indication of reception of incoming DSC distress calls
provided?
2.9.5 Is the VHF installation in good working condition?
2.9.6 Is protection against inadvertent activation of alarm button(s) provided?
2.10 MF radio installation, basic equipment for sea area A2 (Reg.IV/9.1.1, 9.1.2, 9.2, 9.4) or sea
area A3 (Reg.IV/10.1.2, 10.1.3, 10.2, 10.4)
Note: The basic MF/DSC for sea area A3 can be part of duplicated MF/HF/DSC item 2.13.
Power supply Mains Emergency Reserve
Sub-Unit Make and type
2.10.1 MF transceiver
2.10.2 DSC controller
2.10.3 DSC Watch receiver (2187.5kHz)
Y N N/A
2.10.4 Is an audible and a visual indication of reception of incoming DSC distress calls
provided?
2.10.5 Is the MF installation in good working condition?
2.10.6 Is protection against inadvertent activation of alarm button(s) provided?
2.10.7 Is the basic MF/DSC in sea area A3 part of duplicated MF/HF/DSC item 2.13?
2.11 MF radio installation, duplicated equipment for sea area A2 (Reg.IV/15.6)
Note: Duplication of MF/DSC in sea area A2 is not mandatory if shore-based or at-sea maintenance is
provided, ref. 2.1.2.
Power supply Mains Emergency Reserve
Sub-Unit Make and type
2.11.1 MF transceiver
2.11.2 DSC controller
2.11.3 DSC Watch receiver (2187.5 kHz)
Y N N/A
2.11.4 Is an audible and a visual indication of reception of incoming DSC distress calls
provided?
2.11.5 Is the MF installation in good working condition?
2.11.6 Is protection against inadvertent activation of alarm button(s) provided?
2.12 MF/HF radio installation, basic equipment for sea area A4 (Reg.IV/11.1.1, 11.1.2, 11.2, 11.3)
Power supply Mains Emergency Reserve
Sub-Unit Make and type
2.12.1 MF/HF transceiver
2.12.2 DSC controller
2.12.3 DSC Watch receiver (2187.5 kHz,
8814.5 kHz and minimum one other HF
DSC distress frequency)
Note: If the HF telex system is type approved for and capable of receiving Maritime Safety Information (MSI) messages,
then item 2.16.4 shall be filled in.
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2.12.4 Is an audible and a visual indication of reception of incoming DSC distress calls
provided?
2.12.5 Is the MF/HF installation in good working condition?
2.12.6 Is protection against inadvertent activation of alarm button(s) provided?
2.13 MF/HF radio installation, duplicated equipment for sea area A4 or A3
(Reg.IV/15.7)
Power supply Mains Emergency Reserve
Sub-Unit Make and type
2.13.1 MF/HF transceiver
2.13.2 DSC controller
2.13.3 DSC Watch receiver (2187.5 kHz,
8414.5 kHz and minimum one other
HF DSC distress frequency)
Note: If the HF telex system is type approved for and capable of receiving Maritime Safety Information (MSI) messages
then item 2.16.4 shall be filled in.
Y N N/A
2.13.4 Is an audible and a visual indication of reception of incoming DSC distress calls
provided?
2.13.5 Is the MF/HF installation in good working condition?
2.13.6 Is protection against inadvertent activation of alarm button(s) provided?
2.14 Recognised mobile satellite service Ship Earth Station (SES), basic equipment for sea
area A3 (Reg.IV/10.1.1, 10.2, 10.4)
Name of the satellite system:
Note: When two different SES are provided, then the primary satellite system is the SES with the least
coverage and the SES with bigger coverage is regarded as duplication (item 2.15).
Power supply Mains Emergency Reserve
Sub-Unit Make and type
2.14.1 SES transceiver
2.14.2 Printer
Y N N/A
2.14.3 Is an audible alarm and a visual indication of reception of incoming distress calls through
the SES provided?
2.14.4 Is the SES installation in good working condition?
2.14.5 Is protection against inadvertent activation of alarm button(s) provided?
2.14.6 Is the SES also used as the mandatory SSAS?
If yes, then is the SES type approved as a combined SSAS and GMDSS SES?
2.14.7 Is the SES also used as the mandatory LRIT?
If yes, then is the SES type approved as a combined LRIT and GMDSS SES?
2.15 Recognised mobile satellite service Ship Earth Station (SES), duplicated equipment for sea
area A3 (Reg.IV/15.7)
Note: When two different SES are provided, then the primary satellite system is the SES with the least
coverage (item 2.14) and the SES with bigger coverage is regarded as duplication.
Name of the satellite system:
Power supply Mains Emergency Reserve
Sub-Unit Make and type
2.15.1 SES transceiver
2.15.2 Printer
Y N N/A
2.15.3 Is an audible alarm and a visual indication of reception of incoming distress calls through
the SES provided?
2.15.4 Is the SES installation in good working condition?
2.15.5 Is protection against inadvertent activation of alarm button(s) provided?
2.15.6 Is the SES also used as the mandatory SSAS?

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If yes, then is the SES type approved as a combined SSAS and GMDSS SES?
2.15.7 Is the SES also used as the mandatory LRIT?
If yes, then is the SES type approved as a combined LRIT and GMDSS SES?
2.16 Facilities for reception of Maritime Safety Information,
MSI (Reg.IV/7.1.4 and MSC.1/Circ.1645)
2.16.1 Inmarsat-EGC receiver, basic equipment in areas in which NAVTEX service has not been provided.
(MSC.1/Circ.1645 Annex 1.3)
Power supply Mains Emergency Reserve
2.16.1.1 EGC receiver Make and type:
Y N N/A
2.16.1.2 Is an audible alarm and a visual indication of reception of incoming Inmarsat distress
calls provided?
2.16.1.3 Is the EGC printer located on the navigation bridge?
2.16.1.4 Is the EGC installation in good working condition?
2.16.2 IRIDIUM-EGC receiver, basic equipment in areas in which NAVTEX service has not
been provided.
(MSC.1/Circ.1645 Annex 1.3)
2.16.2.1 Power supply Mains Emergency Reserve
Y N N/A
2.16.2.2 Is an audible alarm and a visual indication of reception of incoming IRIDIUM distress
calls provided?
2.16.2.3 Is the EGC printer located on the navigation bridge?
2.16.2.4 Is the EGC installation in good working condition?
2.16.3 Navtex receiver, basic equipment in any sea area where NAVTEX service is provided.
(Reg.IV/7.1.4 and MSC.1/Circ.1645 Annex 1.1)
Power supply Mains Emergency Reserve Other
2.16.3.1 Navtex receiver make and type:
Y N N/A
2.16.3.2 Is an audible alarm and a visual indication of reception of incoming distress calls
provided?
2.16.3.3 Is the Navtex receiver or the associated printer located in the navigation bridge?
2.16.3.4 If installed on or after 2025-07-01, does the Navtex receiver comply with the IMO
Resolution MSC.148(77)?
Note: This item is to be answered “not applicable” if the Navtex receiver was installed
before 2005-07-01. Equipment installed before 2005-07-01 should comply with
Annex to IMO resolution A.525(13).
2.16.3.5 Is the Navtex receiver in good working condition?
2.16.4 HF-MSI, basic equipment in any sea area where NAVTEX and EGC service are not
provided. (Reg.IV/7.1.4, MSC.1/Circ.1645 Annex 1.2 and Resolution A.700(17))
make and type:
Integrated with:
Main MF/HF/DSC equipment item 2.12
Duplicated MF/HF/DSC equipment item 2.13
N/A (meaning that the equipment is an independent HF-MSI receiver)
Power supply Mains Emergency Reserve Other
Y N N/A
2.16.4.1 Is an audible alarm and a visual indication of reception of incoming distress calls
provided?
2.16.4.2 Is the HF-MSI receiver or the associated printer located in the navigation bridge?
2.16.4.3 Is the HF-MSI receiver in good working condition?
2.17 Two-way VHF GMDSS radiotelephone apparatus

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Basic equipment for sea area A1-A2-A3-A4 (Reg.IV/7.2.2, 7.3.2, 7.4)

Note 1: Two sets required for cargo ships 300 GT – 500 GT; and three sets required for passenger ships
and cargo ships greater than 500 GT.
Note 2: If the ship is certified based on Polar Code requirements with operation in low air temperatures, i.e.
PST below -20°C, then some or all of the bellow VHF equipment can also be used for compliance
with Polar Code requirements as specified in “POL CRC 521” item 4, provided that the approved
Polar Water Operational Manual (PWOM) supports this.
Set Make and type Serial no. Primary (sealed) Located in Portable Fixed
no. battery expiry date
2.17.1 1
2.17.2 2
2.17.3 3
Note: Fixed VHF can be installed in lifeboats. In such a case the lifeboat no. should be identified under “Located in”, and
the type “Fixed” should be chosen.
Y N N/A
2.17.4 If the ship is certified for compliance with Polar Code requirements with operation in low
air temperatures, i.e. PST below -20°C, then is any of the above equipment also used
for compliance with the Polar Code requirements (ref. approved Polar Water
Operational Manual, PWOM)?

If “yes” then specify:

2.17.5 If the ship is certified for compliance with Polar Code requirements with operation in
areas with PST above (warmer than) -20°C, then additional procedures/requirements
with regards to durability/availability of the Two-way VHF GMDSS radiotelephone
apparatus (Polar Code Ch.10.2.2.3 and 10.3.2.3) as described in the approved
Polar Water Operational Manual (PWOM) are complied with?

Include a short description of additional durability/availability procedures for the

equipment as per approved PWOM:

2.17.6 Are the transceivers marked with the ship’s name and call sign and VHF channel
numbers?
2.17.7 Are the two-way VHFs in good working condition?
2.18 Search and rescue locating device(s)
Basic equipment for all sea areas: A1, A2, A3 and A4 (Reg. IV/7.2.1, 7.3.1, 7.5)
Note 1: One device required for cargo ships 300 GT – 500 GT; and two devices required for passenger
ships and cargo ships greater than 500 GT located on each side of the vessel stowed in such
locations that they can be rapidly placed in any survival craft other than a liferaft required by SOLAS
Reg.III/31.1.4. Alternatively, one device should be installed in each survival craft other than a liferaft
required by SOLAS Reg.II/31.1.4.
Note 2: If the ship is certified based on Polar Code requirements with operation in low air temperatures,
i.e. PST below -20°C, then one or both of the bellow devices can also be used for compliance with
Polar Code requirements as specified in “POL CRC 521” item 3, provided that the approved Polar
Water Operational Manual (PWOM) supports this.
Note 3: If free-fall lifeboats are provided, then one device shall be installed in a free-fall lifeboat and the
second device shall be installed on the bridge such that it can be carried to other survival crafts.
2.18.1 If the ship is certified for compliance with Polar Code requirements with operation in low
air temperatures, i.e. PST below -20°C, then are Search and Rescue locating devices
installed in all lifeboats?
Note: If the answer to the above is “yes”, then “POL CRC 521” item 3.1 replaces 2.18.
Set SART AIS-SART Make and type Serial no. Battery Located in
no. expiry date
2.18.2 1
2.18.3 2
2.18.4 3
2.18.5 4
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Y N N/A
2.18.6 If the ship is certified for compliance with Polar Code requirements with operation in low
air temperatures, i.e. PST below -20°C, then is any of the above devices also used for
compliance with the Polar Code requirements (ref. approved Polar Water Operational
Manual, PWOM)?

If “yes” then specify:

2.18.7 If the ship is certified for compliance with Polar Code requirements with operation in
areas with PST above (warmer than) -20°C, then additional procedures/requirements
with regards to durability/availability of the Search and rescue locating device(s) (Polar
Code Ch.10.2.2.3 and 10.3.2.3) as described in the approved Polar Water Operational
Manual (PWOM) are complied with?

Include a short description of additional durability/availability procedures for the

equipment as per approved PWOM:
2.18.8 Are the search and rescue locating device(s) marked with the ship’s name and call
sign?
2.18.9 Are the search and rescue locating device(s) located in an easily accessible position on
each side of the ship?
2.18.10 If free-fall lifeboats are provided, is one of the search and rescue locating device(s)
installed in a free-fall lifeboat and the second located in the immediate vicinity of the
navigation bridge such that it can be carried to other survival craft? (Reg.IV/7.5)
2.18.11 Are search and rescue locating device(s) in good working order?
2.19 Float-free satellite EPIRB
Basic equipment for all sea areas: A1, A2, A3 and A4 (Reg.IV/7.1.5)
Make and type
Y N N/A
2.19.1 Has an annual test according to SOLAS requirements been satisfactorily carried out in
accordance with MSC/Circ.1040/Rev.2 and Form CRC 401 filled in?
(Observe that the original of Form CRC 401 shall be left onboard and a copy shall be
attached to this report)
2.19.2 Has a periodical shore-based maintenance based on MSC Circ. 1039 been carried out
and the unit been labelled accordingly?
(Observe that the shore-based maintenance report shall be available onboard)
Next shore-based maintenance date:
2.20 Additional satellite EPIRB
Make and type
Y N N/A
2.20.1 Has an annual test according to SOLAS requirements been satisfactorily carried out in
accordance with MSC/Circ.1040/Rev.2 and Form CRC 401 filled in?
(Observe that the original of Form CRC 401 shall be left onboard and a copy shall be
attached to this report)
2.20.2 Has a periodical shore-based maintenance based on MSC Circ. 1039 rev. 1 been
carried out and the unit been labelled accordingly?
(Observe that the shore-based maintenance report shall be available onboard)
Next shore-based maintenance date:

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2.21 GPS/GNSS satellite navigator basic equipment for GMDSS position updating (Reg.IV/13.8,
IV/18)
Note: If the satellite navigator is connected to the GMDSS equipment, it shall be supplied from a source of
energy ensuring continuous supply of the ship’s position information in the event of failure of the
ship’s main or emergency source of electrical power. (Reg. IV/13.8)
2.21.1 Make and type:
Power supply Mains Emergency Reserve
Y N N/A
2.21.2 Is all relevant GMDSS equipment connected to above GPS/GNSS?
Note 1: If answered No, then all equipment that is not connected but is required to be
connected to GPS/GNSS shall be recorded as a deficiency in item 2.28.
In addition, item 1.5 on page 1 shall be checked Y.
Note 2: All GMDSS equipment that is capable of automatically including the ship’s
position shall be connected to the above GPS/GNSS (Ref. IV/18)
2.22 Two-way on-scene communication on the aeronautical frequencies 121.5 and 123.1 MHz
Equipment required for passenger ships on international voyages (Reg.IV/7.6) and for
ships certified for compliance with Polar Water requirements regardless of operational
temperature (Polar Code 10.3.1.3.2)
Power supply Mains and alternate source Sealed battery
2.22.1 Transceiver make and type:
Serial no.:
Battery expiry date:
Y N N/A
2.22.2 Is the transceiver, if portable, marked with the ship’s name and call sign, and
aeronautical VHF frequencies?
2.23 Distress and Distress alarm panels Equipment required for passenger ships on
international voyages (Reg.IV/6.4, 6.6)
Power supply Mains Emergency Reserve
2.23.1 Distress and distress alarm panels.
Note: Both to be filled in even if combined.
Sub-Unit Make and type Panel location
Distress Panel
Distress Alarm Panel
Y N N/A
2.23.2 Is all relevant GMDSS equipment connected to the above Distress Panel and the
Distress Alarm Panel?
2.23.3 Is protection against inadvertent activation of alarm button(s) provided?
Note 1: All equipment that is not connected but is required to be connected to the above Panels shall be
recorded as a deficiency in item 2.28 and in addition item 1.5 on page 1 shall be checked Y.
Note 2: If the EPIRB in 2.19 is used as the secondary means of alerting, then it shall be connected to the
distress panel. If not connected to the distress panel, then a manual EPIRB on the Bride is
required. Item 2.20 should be used for reporting the possible manual EPIRB.
Note 3: As an alternative to items 2.23.1 and 2.23.2, control over DSC TX and DSC RX functionalities of all
or part of required equipment may be available at the conning position. These individual DSC
controls shall be clearly identified. In such a case item 2.28 should be used to explain.
2.24 Dedicated GMDSS operator required for passenger ships on international voyages
(Reg.IV/16.2)
Y N N/A
Is at least one GMDSS operator assigned to perform only radio communication duties
during distress incidents?

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2.25 Safe Return to Port (SRtP) & Orderly Evacuation and Abandonment (OEA) requirements
for passenger vessels of 120m or more or having three or more main vertical zone,
constructed on or after 1 July 2010 (Reg.II-2/21 and 22 & DNV-RU-SHIP Pt.6 Ch.2
Sec.11.4.7/11.6.4)
Y N N/A
2.25.1 Are approved plans/drawings/ SRtP design philosophy documents showing the
locations of the SRtP bridge Reg. II-2/21) and the possible additional location
designated for OEA (Reg. II-2/22); and also identifying different vertical fire zones
(MVZ) and the additional radio equipment required in these rooms available onboard?

Note: Radio inspector shall check the relevant parts of the above documents to clarify
the approved design, locations of additional SRtP/OEA bridge(s), additional radio
equipment in SRtP/OEA bridge(s) and confirm that the additional radio
installation is in accordance with the approved design.
2.25.2 Is the SRtP bridge located in the same main vertical fire zone (MVZ) as the navigational
bridge?
If not, then only 2.25.3 should be completed, if yes, then both 2.25.3 and 2.25.4 shall be
completed.
2.25.3 Radio equipment installed in SRtP bridge (Reg.II-2/21 and DNV-RU-SHIP Pt.6 Ch.2
Sec.11.4.7)
Make and type Power supply Is in good working
condition?
Mains Emergency Reserv Other Y N N/A
e
2.25.3.1
2.25.3.2
2.25.3.3
2.25.3.4
2.25.4 Additional radio equipment based on OEA requirements installed in a different vertical fire
zone (MVZ) than the SRtP bridge (Reg. II-2/22 and DNV-RU-SHIP Pt.6 Ch.2 Sec. 11.6.4)
Make and type Power supply Is in good working
condition?
Mains Emergency Reserv Other Y N N/A
e
2.25.4.1
2.25.4.2
2.25.4.3
2.25.4.4
2.26 Additional GMDSS equipment (National requirements).
Use the free text area after item 2.28 if needed.
Make and type Power supply Is in good working
condition?
Mains Emergency Reserv Other Y N N/A
e
2.26.1
2.26.2
2.26.3
2.26.4
2.27 Additional Flag State functional/ documentation requirements
(GMDSS only)
Compliance
Y N
2.27.1

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2.27.2
2.27.3
2.27.4
2.27.5
Additional specifications of items 2.26/2.27 if needed:

2.28 Additional space for any relevant information

Minor deficiencies to be dealt with within a time limit not exceeding 3 months (normally 1 month). Major
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APPENDIX

A. Guidelines for the Technical Inspection of Radio Installations onboard Ships fitted
for Compliance with GMDSS
The guidelines apply to cargo ships above 300.
The guidelines apply to cargo ships above 300 tons gross and to all passenger ships irrespective of size, Dynamically
Supported Crafts, and High-Speed Light Crafts and Naval Surface Craft (HSLC).

Terms and definitions

GMDSS Global Maritime Distress and Safety System
NIFE Nickel-ferro
NICA nickel-cadmium
EPIRB Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon
SES Ship Earth Station
DSC Digital Selective Calling
NBDP Narrow Band Direct Printing (radio telex)
MMSI Maritime Mobile Service Identity
NAVTEX a system for reception of messages to seafarers related to safety at sea using NBDP.
Scanning watch receiver a receiver continuously scanning dedicated frequencies used solely for safety purposes.
EPIRB testing device a device designed for monitoring transmitted frequencies and the verification of correct
coding EPIRBs.

A.1 Introduction
The intention of these Guidelines is to enable the radio inspectors contracted by DNV to carry out the radio surveys in a
unified and correct manner on ships of any flag. Observe that some flags may have special national requirements.
Information regarding special national requirements shall be provided to the radio inspector by DNV office prior to
attending the vessel.

A.1.1 Performance of radio survey

The technical radio survey must always be performed by a qualified radio engineer from an approved local radio firm,
hereafter referred to as radio inspector (A list of approved radio firms/service suppliers can be found online on the DNV
Approval Finder web portals), who has adequate knowledge of the current SOLAS conventions and associated
performance standards, and the latest Radio Regulations as appropriate.

Radio survey should be carried out using suitable test equipment capable of performing all the relevant measurements
required by these guidelines.

A.1.2 Interpretations
The radio inspector may occasionally observe that compliance with GMDSS requirements are met in different ways.
Therefore, in order to avoid any confusion that may arise, IMO has made a set of clarifications. Relevant IMO
clarifications are added where appropriate, also referring to relevant regulation of the 1974 SOLAS Convention as
amended.

A.2 Documentation
A.2.1 Initial survey
For the radio installations of cargo ships, the examination of plans and designs should consist of:
— Examining the plans for the provision and positioning of the radio installation including sources of energy, the
radio life-saving appliances and antennas (SOLAS 74/88-II-1/42 and 43, IV/6, 13, 14, 15)
— For the radio installations, including radio life-saving appliances, of cargo ships the survey during construction
and after installation should consist of:
— Examining the position, physical and electromagnetic protection and illumination of each radio installation
(SOLAS 74/88-IV/6).
Guidance note:
If public correspondence from the communication workstation might cause audible or visual interference to the
navigator, such communication shall be performed from another place or room in the ship.
— Confirming the provision of equipment for the radio installation with due regard to the declared sea areas in
which the ship will trade and the declared means of maintaining availability of functional requirements (SOLAS
74/88 IV/7 to 11, 14 and 15)
— Confirming the ability to initiate the transmission of ship-to-shore distress alerts by at least two separate and
independent means, each using a different radio communication service, from the position from which the ship
is normally navigated (SOLAS 74/88-IV/4, 7 to 11).

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A.2.2 Initial and Ships in operation survey Prior to the technical inspection:
— It shall be checked that the radio equipment fitted is in accordance with the information stated in Form R -
Record of Equipment.
— In case alternations to GMDSS installation or replacement of any GMDSS equipment are discovered, the radio
inspector shall examine the “as carried plans/drawings” which shall be available on board; and confirm
compliance with the requirements.

Identification of radio equipment and the result of the survey shall be recorded in the relevant survey report forms
CRC 521 and CRC 401.

A.3 Antennae
A.3.1 Examining all antennae, including:
— Visually checking all antennae, including INMARSAT/IRIDIUM antennas, and feeders, for satisfactory siting
and absence of defects (SOLAS 74/88-IV/14)
— Checking insulation and safety of all antennae.
— Checking for protection against inadvertent touching by the ship’s staff.
— Checking for possible mutual electrical interference vertical separation and safe distances with respect to
transmitting and receiving antennae
— Checking free line of sight – Inmarsat antennae.

A.4 Inspection of the reserve source of energy and automatic battery charger(s)
A.4.1 Reserve source of energy is a battery:
— Checking its siting and installation (SOLAS 74/88-IV/13)
Guidance note:
Lead-Acid accumulator batteries and NICD batteries must not be located in the same battery compartment.
— Where appropriate, checking its condition by specific gravity measurement or voltage measurement with the
battery off charge, and the maximum required radio installation load connected to the reserve source of energy,
checking the battery voltage and discharge current.
Guidance note:
For lead accumulators, specific gravity readings between 1.24 and 1.30 are acceptable. Readings below 1.24
indicates defective charger/ wrong setting on charger, or that the battery needs to be replaced. Variations in the
specific gravity between the battery cells (variation in specific gravity of 0.03 or more) indicates a defective cell,
and hence that the battery must be replaced.
For alkali accumulators, including sealed accumulators, a voltage reading of 1.2V per cell at maximum
discharge current is acceptable.
If there is doubt as to the condition of accumulators and whether the capacity requirement has been met, the
accumulators must be replaced or alternatively undergo capacity testing.
— Checking there is sufficient capacity to operate the basic or duplicated equipment for 1 hour or 6 hours, as
appropriate (SOLAS 74/88-IV/13), and
— Checking that the charger(s) are capable of re-charging the reserve battery to the required capacity within 10
hours (SOLAS 74/88-IV/13)
— Inspecting mechanical condition of accumulators, connections, cables, fuse circuits etc.
— The battery compartment is to be inspected for mechanical defects and sufficient ventilation. Where outdoors
wooden or composite battery compartments are used, the accumulator specifications regarding the ability to
withstand extreme temperature variations to be checked.
— Checking that an appropriate method for controlling the capacity of the battery has been established and that a
discharge test has been carried out during the last 12 months (SOLAS 74/88-IV/13).

A.4.2 Automatic chargers

Maintenance voltage for lead accumulators shall be 26.8 volts, “boost” 28.8 volts. When using NiCd accumulators,
28 volts and 32 volts respectively.

A.4.3 General
The following items are to be checked:
— That dedicated AC and DC fuses/circuit breakers for both basic and duplicated GMDSS equipment are
provided
— That the main DC supply line from the radio battery is provided with fuses/circuit breaker – alternatively has
been protected by separate and secured pipes
— That the basic and duplicated GMDSS equipment are electrically separated. A “line by line black-out test”
should be carried out.

A.5 Inspection of maritime VHF

A.5.1 The examination should include:

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— Checking for operation on channels 6, 13 and 16 (SOLAS 74/88-IV/7 and 14)

— Frequency tolerance, transmission line quality and radio frequency power output (SOLAS 74/88-IV/14)
— For correct operation of all controls including priority of control units in conning positions (SOLAS 74/88-IV/14)
— The operation of the VHF control unit(s) or portable VHF equipment provided for navigational safety
(SOLAS 74/88-III/6)
— For correct operation by on-air contact with a coast station or other ship
— That the equipment operates from the main, emergency (if provided) and reserve sources of energy
(SOLAS 74/88-IV/13).

A.5.2 VHF DSC controller

The examination should include:
— Performing an off-air check confirming the correct Maritime Mobile Service Identity is programmed in the
equipment (SOLAS 74/88-IV/7 and 14)
— Checking for correct transmission/receiving by means of a routine or test call to a coast station, other ship,
onboard duplicate equipment or special test equipment
— Checking that the equipment is capable of automatically including the ship’s position in the distress alert and
that such data is provided from an external/internal GPS receiver (SOLAS Reg. IV/18).

A.5.3 VHF channel 70 DSC watch receiver

Clarification:
The requirement may be met by:
— A separate VHF channel 70 DSC watch receiver; or
— A dedicated VHF channel 70 DSC watch receiver combined with the VHF radiotelephone; or
— A standard VHF radiotelephone permanently locked on channel 70.

A.5.4 Power supply

— Checking that the equipment operates from the main, emergency (if provided) and reserve sources of energy
(SOLAS 74/88-IV/13). Tick off as appropriate.

A.5.5 Alarm
Checking the audibility of the VHF/DSC alarm.

A.6 MF or MF/HF radiotelephone equipment including DSC

A.6.1 The examination should include:
— Checking that the equipment operates from the main, emergency (if provided) and reserve sources of energy
(SOLAS 74/88-IV/13)
— Checking the antenna tuning in all appropriate bands
— Checking the equipment is within frequency tolerance on all appropriate bands (SOLAS 74/88-IV/14)
— Checking for correct operation by contact with a coast station and/or measuring transmission line quality and
radio frequency output
— Checking receiver performance by monitoring known stations on all appropriate bands
— If control units are provided outside the navigating bridge, checking the control unit on the bridge has first
priority for the purpose of initiating distress alerts (SOLAS 74/88-IV/9, 10, 11 and 14)
— Checking that the equipment is capable of automatically including the ship's position in the distress alert and
that such data is provided from an external/internal GPS receiver (SOLAS Reg. IV/18).

A.6.2 Examining the MF or MF/HF DSC controller(s), including:

— Checking that the equipment operates from the main, emergency (if provided) and reserve sources of energy
(SOLAS 74/88-IV/13)
— Confirming that the correct Maritime Mobile Service Identity is programmed in the equipment
— Checking the off-air self-test programme
— Checking operation by means of a test call on MF and/or HF to a coast radio station if the rules of the port
permit the use of MF/HF transmissions (SOLAS 74/88-IV/9, 10, 11 and 14)
— Checking that the equipment is capable of automatically including the ship’s position in the distress alert and
that such data is provided from an external/internal GPS receiver.
(SOLAS Reg. IV/18).

A.6.3 Examining the MF or MF/HF DSC watch receiver(s), including:

— Confirming that only distress and safety DSC frequencies are being monitored (SOLAS 74/88-IV/9 to 12)
— Checking that a continuous watch is being maintained whilst keying MF/HF radio transmitters (SOLAS 74/88
R.IV/12)
— Checking for correct operation by means of a test call from a coats station or other ship.
Clarification:
This requirement can be met by:

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— A separate MF/HF DSC scanning watch receiver for distress and safety DSC frequencies only; or
— A dedicated MF/HF DSC scanning watch receiver for distress and safety DSC frequencies only combined with
the MF/HF radiotelephone.
— If MF mode DSC only is required, a separate MF DSC watch receiver locked on 2187.5 KHz or a dedicated
2187.5 KHz watch receiver combined with the MF radiotelephone installation will suffice.
— If DSC operation is desirable on other frequencies, an additional scanning receiver shall be provided.

A.6.4 Examining the MF/HF radiotelex equipment:

— Two-way NBDP Radio Telex is not required after 2024-01-01, however if a HF-MSI receiver is provided as part
of the MF/HF/DSC equipment then refer to item A.10.

A.6.5 Power supply

Checking that the equipment operates from the main, emergency (if provided) and reserve sources of energy (SOLAS
74/88-IV/13). Tick off as appropriate.

A.6.6 MF or MF/HF DSC alarm

Checking the audibility of the MF or MF/HF DSC alarm in the position from which the ship is normally navigated from.

A.7 Recognised mobile satellite service Ship Earth Station (SES)

A.7.1 Power supply:
— Checking that the equipment operates from the main, emergency (if provided) and reserve sources of energy.

A.7.2 Examination of the distress function should include:

— Checking the distress function by means of an approved test procedure where possible (SOLAS 74/88-IV/10,
11, 12 and 14)
— Checking for correct operation by inspection of recent hard copy or by link test.

A.7.3 Automatic position updating support

Checking that the equipment is capable of automatically including the ship’s position in the distress alert and that such
data is provided from an external/internal GPS receiver (SOLAS Reg. IV/18).

A.7.4 Self-test/Link-test
Conducting a self-test and link-test when available and making sure proper log-of and log-in to the satellite system.

A.7.5 Correct programming

Checking programming of the equipment with regards to the correct SES identification no. as assigned by the flag and
the recognised satellite organisation (ref. ship’s radio licence).

A.8 Float-free satellite EPIRB

A.8.1 Examining the 406 MHz satellite EPIRB (SOLAS 74/88 IV/7 and 14) including:
— The items listed in Form No. CRC 401 “Annual testing of 406MHz EPIRBs” to be attended to, filled in, signed
and left onboard for documentation. A copy of the form to be attached to this report.
Guidance note:
Unless the flag requires otherwise:
If the float-free EPRIB is not used as the secondary means of alerting, then it may be installed on top of the
navigation bridge, provided that it is accessible by a normal (non-vertical) stairway.
If the float-free EPIRB is installed on top of the navigational bridge, accessible by vertical ladder only, or if the
EPIRB is used as the secondary means of alerting and installed on top of the navigational bridge, then the
following applies:
— remote activation from the navigation bridge should be provided, or
— a manual EPRIB in the navigation bridge should be provided, or
— alternatively, the float-free EPIRB may be located in the vicinity of the navigation bridge exit door if it is
able to float freely as well when released automatically.
— Check that a valid Shore Based Maintenance (SMB) test report for the EPIRB(s) is(are) available onboard and
that the EPIRB is marked with the date of the next SMB.
Guidance note:
This report is a test report of the normally 5-yearly (or according to manufacturer, whichever is less) test of the
EPIRB to be performed at an approved EPIRB SMB provider. For EPIRBs less than 5 years old, an initial test
report shall be available onboard. (Ref. IMO MSC/Circ.1039). Observe that some flags may have special
national requirements.
The EPIRB SMB test report should not be confused with the shore-based maintenance requirement of the
GMDSS radio installation required by SOLAS 74/88-IV/15.

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A.9 Enhanced group call (EGC) receiver

A.9.1 Examining the EGC receiver should include:
— Checking for correct operation and area by monitoring incoming messages or by inspecting recent hard copy
running the self-test programme if provided.

A.10 HF direct-printing (NBDP) MSI receiver

If appropriate, examining the radio equipment for receipt of maritime safety information by HF NBDP (SOLAS 74/88
Rs.IV/7, 12 and 14) including:
— Checking for correct operation by monitoring incoming messages or inspecting recent hard copy
— Running the self-test programme if provided.

A.11 NAVTEX receiver

Examining the NAVTEX equipment (SOLAS 74/88-IV/7, 12 and 14) including:
— Checking for correct operation by monitoring incoming messages or inspecting recent hard copy
— Running the self-test programme if provided checking that the equipment complies with the Performance
Standard in IMO Res. MSC.148(77) if the equipment was installed prior to 2005-07-01. NAVTEX equipment
installed before 2005-07-01 should comply with Annex to IMO resolution A.525(13).

A.12 Two-way VHF radiotelephone apparatus

SOLAS 74/88-IV/7 and 14
— Checking for correct operation on channel 16 and one other channel by testing with another fixed or
portable VHF.
— Checking the battery charging arrangement where rechargeable batteries are used.
— Checking expiry date of the primary (sealed) batteries.
— Checking outside markings; ship's name and call sign to be permanently fixed and clearly readable.
— Checking if the VHF equipment is fixed and installed in lifeboats or portable and available on the bridge.

A.13 Search and Rescue Locating Devices

(SOLAS 74/88, IV/7 and 14)
Guidance note:
Two types of Search and Rescue Transmitters (SART) may be utilized:
Radar SART (Ref. IMO Res. A.802(19) for detection on 9 GHz (x-band) radars or;
AIS-SART (Ref. IMO Res. MSC.246(83) for detection on AIS/ECDIS equipment
— Checking position (installed in all lifeboats or 1 or 2 as appropriate on the ship), mounting and monitoring
response on the ship's 9 GHz (x-band) radar for Radar SART or on dedicated AIS test equipment or on the
ship's AIS/ECDIS equipment for AIS SART. Manufacturer's test procedure to be followed.
— Checking battery expiry date
— Checking outside markings; ship’s name and call sign to be permanently fixed and clearly readable
Guidance note:
One of the SARTs shall be mounted in free-fall lifeboat, if provided.

A.14 Methods of maintenance

Check possible special national requirements with regards to carriage of spare parts which shall be provided to
inspector by the DNV office prior to survey.

A.14.1 Test equipment

Examining the test equipment and spares carried to ensure carriage is adequate and in accordance with the sea areas
in which the ship trades and the declared options for maintaining availability of the functional requirements (SOLAS
74/88-IV/15).

A.15 Handbooks and documentation

A.15.1 Examination of documentation
For the radio installations, including those used in life-saving appliances, the check that documentation, etc., has been
placed on board should consist of:
— Checking for a valid radio licence issued by the flag Administration (ITU RR VOL I Art.18)
(Note: Possible Flag restrictions regarding the validity of the safety radio certificate in case of outdated radio
licence).
— Checking the carriage of up-to-date ITU publications (ITU RR VOL II App.16)
Guidance note:
The required publications are:
List of Coast Stations and Special Service Stations
List of Ship Stations and Maritime Mobile Service Identity Assignments
Manual for Use by the Maritime Mobile and Maritime Mobile-Satellite Services.

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Regarding what editions are the latest, please refer to ITU home page: https://www.itu.int/hub/pubs/itu-
maritime-publications.
— Checking the carriage of operating manuals for all equipment (SOLAS 74/88-IV/15)
— Checking the carriage of service manuals for all equipment when at-sea maintenance is the declared option
(SOLAS 74/88-IV/15).
— Applicable to fleet in service: checking that all replaced or newly installed equipment holds valid type approval
certificates based on the applicable performance and environmental standards valid at the time of installation.
— Applicable to new building vessels: checking that all equipment holds type approval certificates based on the
applicable performance and environmental standards valid at the time of installation.

A.15.2 Radio record

Checking the radio record (log) for correct entries (SOLAS 74/88-IV/17 and ITU RR VOL II App.16).

A.15.3 Radio operator’s certificates

— Checking the radio operator’s certificates of competence (SOLAS 74/88-IV/16 and ITU RR VOL I Art.47).
Observe:
— Possible Flag restrictions regarding the validity of the radio certificate in cases where the holder does not
possess GOC issued by the flag authorities.

A.16 Signs and labels

Checking that signs/labels indicating the ship’s name, call sign, MMSI number and telex identification are permanently
posted and are clearly readable for the operator using the relevant GMDSS equipment (SOLAS 74/88-IV/6.2.5).

A.17 Special requirements for passenger vessels

This item applies to:
— All Passenger Ships.
— All Passenger HSLCs whose keels are laid (or at a similar stage of construction) on or after 2002-07-01.
The following is to be checked by the radio inspector for all the above vessels:
— Check that all two-way communication equipment capable of transmitting the ships position is continuously and
automatically updated with the ships position from the ship’s navigation receiver (i.e. GPS).
— Activation of the EPIRB to be possible from the conning position. This will require remote activation of the
EPIRB or, alternatively, the provision of two EPIRBs (as the EPIRB also shall be located where it may float
freely, should the vessel sink).
— If possible, verify that the distress panel and distress alarm panel are operating satisfactorily.
— Check that VHF operating on the aeronautical distress frequencies (121.5 MHz and 123.1 MHz FM) are
operational, in good working order, and available on the navigation bridge.
— Verify that one of the officers onboard holding valid GOC is especially assigned to perform radio
communication duties only during distress incidents.
In addition, the following is to be checked by the radio inspector for passenger vessels of 120 m or more or having three
or more main vertical zones:
— Check that approved plans/drawings/ SRtP design philosophy showing the locations of the SRtP bridge Reg. II-
2/21) and possibly the additional radio equipment (Reg. II-2/22), also identifying different vertical fire zones
(MVZ), are available on board.
— Check the relevant parts of the above documents to clarify the approved design, locations of additional
SRtP/OEA bridge(s), additional radio equipment in SRtP/OEA bridge(s) and confirm that the additional radio
installation are in accordance with the approved design.
— Check that the location of the SRtP bridge and possibly the additional radio installation (if SRtP bridge is in the
same MVZ as the navigational bridge) are as approved by DNV.
— Check that additional radio equipment, as identified in the above documents, is installed in the SRtP and possibly
OEA bridge(s).
— Check all the above-mentioned additional radio equipment according to the established technical test criteria as
listed in previous sections of these Guidelines.

A.18 Special requirements for vessels with Polar Code certificate

This item applies to ships certified based on Polar Code requirements with operation in low air temperatures, i.e. PST
below -20°C.

— The radio inspector shall clarify with the DNV surveyor the following additional requirements as per the ship’s
approved Polar Water Operational Manual (PWOM): additional equipment/systems, the number and location of
each additional equipment/system and possible additional procedures required for compliance with
durability/availability of the equipment/systems.

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When the above is clarified, then the radio inspector shall:

— check the additional equipment/systems according to the established technical test criteria as listed in previous
sections of these Guidelines, and
— check the additional procedures required for compliance with durability/availability of the equipment/systems
(ref. Polar Code Ch. 10.2.2.3 and 10.3.2.3), and
— complete form “POL CRC 521” to report the results of the above tests, and
— complete one CRC 401 for reporting any additional EPIRBs used to comply with Polar Code requirements.

Note:
— Some or all Two-way VHF equipment required as per item 2.17 can be used for compliance with Polar Code
requirements in “POL CRC 521” item 4 provided that the approved Polar Water Operational Manual (PWOM)
supports this.
— When SARTs or AIS-SARTs are installed in all lifeboats and survival craft for compliance with Polar Code
Ch. 10.3.2.1.2 and 10.3.2.2.1, then requirements in item 2.18 are complied with. In this case, a reference to the
“POL CRC 521” should be made under item 2.18 and items 2.18.2 to 2.18.9 should be set to N/A.

A.19 General procedures with regards to attending/remote DNV surveyor

The radio inspector must always contact the assigned DNV surveyor prior, during and after the radio survey. Failure to
do so may result in rejection of the survey results and the report by DNV and cancellation of the supplier’s approval.

The assigned DNV surveyor should normally attend the radio survey to coordinate the job and conclude the results.

Remote coordination of the survey by a DNV surveyor (called remote radio survey) is an option available to the
managers/owners of the DNV classed vessels when the radio survey does not coincide with other surveys which require
the attendance of a DNV surveyor. In such a case:
— Remote radio survey should be requested by the vessel’s managers/owners before attendance of radio
inspector,
— A DNV surveyor will be assigned to the task (called remote DNV surveyor); who prepares, follows up and
credits the radio survey without attending the vessel,
— Radio inspector assigned from an approved radio service supplier must carry out the radio survey onboard
as usual. The radio inspector must contact the assigned remote DNV surveyor prior to, during and after the
radio survey.

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