
Visual Communications (Flashing Light)
Demonstration of the ability to read Morse Code sent by flashing light is required by STCW
(Standards for Training and Certification for Watchstanders) for inspected licenses greater 200
fishing vessel licenses.
To prepare for a flashing light course it is recommended that you memorize Morse Code (click to
view or download Morse Code).
Freelance Software markets an inexpensive software program for studying Morse Code and
preparing for the Flashing Light exam through Hawspipe.net called "Blinking Light".
Related Courses
1-day Visual Communications (Flashing Light)
Any applicant who has successfully completed your 1-day Visual Communications (Flashing Light)
course will satisfy the practical signaling examination requirements (flashing light) of 46 CFR 10.401
(h) if presented WITHIN ONE YEAR of the completion of training; AND will be considered to have
successfully demonstrated the equivalent of assessment OICNW-4-1A from the National
Assessment Guidelines for Table A-II/1 of the STCW Code. Applicants who have successfully
completed your course need not present a completed “Control Sheet” for this assessment in
application for STCW certification.