Do you use a satellite phone?
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This week, the ACMA announced new rules that require all satellite phones to have access to Triple Zero emergency call
services.
These regulatory changes mean that all handheld satellite phone users will know that, in the event of a life-threatening or time-critical emergency, they can dial Triple Zero.
We know satellite phones have to be relied upon in certain areas of Australia, especially in the Outback. Access to Triple Zero is very important to holiday makers and people looking to travel to more remote areas. You can find out more information at
http://www.acma.gov.au/theACMA/Newsroom/Newsroom/Media-releases/new-rules-to-provide-triple-zero-access-for-satellite-phone-services
Do you use a satellite phone when travelling through remote areas? Had you heard about these new rules to gain Triple Zero access?
Reply By: Sigmund - Thursday, Jul 11, 2013 at 17:40
Thursday, Jul 11, 2013 at 17:40
It's a useful addition to the repertoire.
Outback, I don't have much faith in 000. Carry police, RFDS and the AMSA direct line numbers.
The Isatphone Pro satphone will give you coords if it can connect with the comm sat.
GPS of course will also give you coords.
You track where you've gone on a map so you know the last geo point of significance.
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