Regulatory Framework and Guidelines

The Canada Shipping Act, 2001 provides the domestic regulatory framework into which several international conventions and standards that relate to radiocommunications have been incorporated.

Domestic:

• Ship Radio Inspection Fees Regulations

• Navigation Safety Regulations, 2020 (Part 2)

International:

• Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)

• Approved Products Catalogue Index (APCI)

• International Code of Signals

• IMO Standard Marine Communications Phrases - Res.A.918(22)

• ITU International Radio Regulations

Guidelines:

• TP GMDSS

• TP 13926 - Radio Log Book for Canadian Flag Vessels (also for use on GMDSS-exempted vessels)