RADIO AIDS TO MARINE NAVIGATION - Canadian Coast Guard

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CELLULAR TELEPHONE (*16) SERVICE – MARINE EMERGENCIES MCTS Centres in certain parts of Canada are connected to the cellular telephone network system where cellular telephone users can, in an emergency situation only, dial *16 or #16 (dependant upon the service provider) on their telephone to access an MCTS Centre in order to obtain assistance. Mariners are cautioned that a cellular telephone is not a good substitute for a marine radio because the maritime mobile radio safety system in the southern waters of Canada is based principally on VHF communications. VHF has the advantage that a call can be heard by the closest MCTS Centre(s) and by ships in the vicinity which could provide immediate assistance. On the other hand, the telephone cellular network is a party-to-party system and the benefit of the broadcast mode in an emergency situation cannot be obtained. Mariners are reminded that the use of marine radio distress frequencies to obtain assistance in an emergency situation is the best option and that cellular telephone should be used only as an alternative should the VHF radiotelephone set not be available. Standard distress alerting equipment, such as marine radio and EPIRBs should never be replaced by cellular telephone alone. Note: Details of this service may be obtained by contacting local cellular telephone companies; however, mariners are cautioned that not all cellular telephone companies provide this service. DIRECTION FINDING (DF) SERVICE MCTS Centres in certain parts of Canada are provided with VHF/DF equipment, primarily to determine or confirm the bearing, from a DF facility, of a vessel requiring assistance in a distress or other emergency situation. In addition, an estimated line of position from a DF facility can be provided to vessels that are uncertain of their locations. Location of VHF/DF facilities will be found in the appropriate Centre listings in Part 2 of this publication. The intent of this service is not to provide a navigation service. Positions must be regarded as estimates only. Mariners are cautioned that any information provided shall be used at their own discretion. Direction Finding Bearings Any MCTS Centre will, on request, transmit signals that will enable a ship to take a radio bearing with its own direction finder. It is pointed out to masters of ships fitted with direction finding equipment employing DF loops that serious error may result in bearings taken if metallic material or equipment (poles, wires, winches, etc.) are erected in proximity to the DF antenna equipment after calibration. Masters of ships are urged to exercise caution in the use of commercial radio broadcasting stations as radio beacons. Bearings taken on such stations may be very inaccurate owing to errors caused by coastal refraction and the calibration of the Direction Finder employed may vary considerably due to the wide difference in frequencies used, (i.e. the standard broadcast band spreads over approximately 1060 kHz). In addition, it is advisable to make certain that the position of the broadcast transmitter (not the studio) is accurately known before using it as a navigation aid. SAIL PLAN SERVICE All small craft operators, including those making day trips, are encouraged to file a Sail Plan with a responsible person. This person should be instructed to call the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) if the vessel becomes overdue. (The telephone number can be found at the front of most telephone books, and should be included with the Sail Plan). In circumstances where it is not possible to file a Sail Plan with a responsible person, a Sail Plan may be filed by telephone, radio or in person with any Coast Guard MCTS Centre. While at sea, masters/operators who have filed a sail plan with an MCTS Centre are encouraged to file a daily position report during long trips. Upon your return, be sure to close (or deactivate) the sail plan you filed earlier. Forgetting to do so can result in an unwarranted search for you. 4-36
The information to be provided should be in accordance with the listing below: • vessel identification (boat’s name and licence number) • sail or power • vessel size and type • colour of hull, deck, and cabin • type of engines • other distinguishing features • radios and channels monitored (MF / HF / VHF; • Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) • satellite and/or cellular telephone number • description of life rafts or small boats available • number and type of flares • number of lifejackets, PFDs and/or survival suits • other safety equipment • name, address, and telephone number of vessel owner • other information • date and time of departure • number of people on board • departure point • route and stop-over points • destination • estimated date and time of arrival at destination, and • telephone number of an emergency contact person SEARCH AND RESCUE IN CANADIAN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY The Canadian Forces (CF) in co-operation with the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) has overall responsibility for coordination of federal aeronautical and maritime Search and Rescue (SAR) activities in Canada, including Canadian waters and the high seas off the coasts of Canada. The CF provides dedicated SAR aircraft in support to marine SAR incidents. The CCG coordinates maritime SAR activities within this area and provides dedicated maritime SAR vessels in strategic locations. Joint Rescue Coordination Centres (JRCC) are maintained at Victoria, BC, Trenton, ON and Halifax, NS These centres are staffed 24 hours a day by Canadian Forces and Canadian Coast Guard personnel. Each JRCC is responsible for an internationally agreed designated area known as a Search and Rescue Region (SRR). In addition, Maritime Rescue Sub-Centres (MRSC), staffed by Coast Guard personnel, are maintained at St. John's, NL and at Québec, QC to coordinate local marine SAR operations. JRCC VICTORIA Emergency telephone number JRCC TRENTON Emergency telephone number 1-800-567-5111 (Pacific Region only) 250-363-2333 250-363-2944 (facsimile) 431699932 / 33 (telex - INMARSAT C) 1-800-267-7270 (Central Canada only) 613-965-3870 613-965-7190 (facsimile) 066-2282 (telex) 431699928 / 29 (telex – INMARSAT C) Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary The Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary (CCGA) is an association of approximately 4500 dedicated volunteers operating close to 1300 vessels to support the Canadian Coast Guard in Marine Search and Rescue. For more information on maritime SAR services in Canada, refer to Section 28 of the Annual Edition of Notices to Mariners, published by the Canadian Coast Guard, Marine Navigation Services. 4-37
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