#SkippersMate asks - Why register an #EPIRB or #PLB distress beacon? Registration is free and can result in a more efficient search and rescue effort. Digital 406 MHz distress beacons transmit a unique code that identifies a particular beacon when it is activated. A registered 406 MHz beacon will allow the Australian Maritime Safety Authoritys (AMSA) Rescue Coordination Centre to access the registration database and find contact details; details of registered vessels, aircraft or vehicles; and details of up to three nominated emergency contacts who may be contacted if a beacon is activated and contact cannot be made. These emergency contacts may be able to provide valuable information to the RCC that can assist with a more expedient rescue. Beacon registration is valid for two years and renewal can be done online or by contacting 1800 406 406. ONLINE REGISTRATION: You can now register your beacon online here: https://beacons.amsa.gov.au/ Beacon owners have protected access to their accounts and are able to update their details anytime, including changes to: ownership and emergency contact details; boat, aircraft or vehicle details; registered address details; or indicate the disposal of a beacon. There is also the facility for owners to note trip itineraries, so when a beacon is activated the RCC will have access to your current movements and be better placed to organise the most suitable response. This does not replace advising a responsible person of your trip details. In addition to online access, registration forms and changes to details can also be provided to AMSA by fax, email or post. RENEWING YOUR REGISTRATION: A Sticker reminder notification will be issued one month before the two year expiry date if your registration details have not been updated in the six months previously. If your registration details have been updated six months before the expiry date, then NO reminder will be issued. The AMSA system will automatically generate a new registration sticker letter and send it to you one month prior to the expiry date. The registration sticker reminders will be sent via email if you have an email address recorded in the beacon register. If no email address is listed, then a sticker reminder letter will be mailed one month prior to the stickers expiry date. To enable the issue of a new registration sticker they require the beacon owner to check and confirm the registration details either by: the Online Beacon Register https://beacons.amsa.gov.au/ , Log into your beacon registration account, check registration details on the Contact Details page and Beacons page, if OK or once editing is complete click on save. Once completed, go to the Beacons page and click on the Order Replacement Sticker button. by Email to [email protected] or Phone 1800 406 406. Quote your HEX ID/UIN, the operator will then confirm all your registration details prior to ordering you a new sticker. A new registration sticker will not be issued until your beacon registration details are validated as current. You should allow approximately two weeks for delivery of your new registration sticker which will be valid for a further two years.
Posted on: Thu, 25 Dec 2014 22:05:56 +0000
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