QRBC Update – EPIRB recall from GME

by | Sep 7, 2016 | Boating

GME have issued a safety recall of some GME EPIRB models. Make sure you check if your EPIRBs are affected—Standards Communications Pty Ltd recalled its GME EPIRB units MT400, MT401 and MT4023 with serial numbers between 50101000 and 80250722.

Produce Safety Recalls Australia have more information on the recall.

You can get a fine if you operate in waters where EPIRBs are required as part of your safety equipment and you do not have a valid, registered and in-date unit on your boat.

See the recall notice on the Maritime Safety Queensland website at: http://msq.qld.gov.au/About-us/Safety-alerts/Epirb-recall