Regulation 9 Radiocommunication and Radio Personnel on GMDSS Ships
No person shall be granted a certificate under regulation 16 of the Merchant Shipping (Radio Installation) Regulations 1992 unless—
(a)
he is at least 18 years of age; and
(b)
he has completed approved education and training and meets the standard of competence specified in section A-IV/2 of the STCW Code.