SRC topics to check first
Most learners need repetition on distress priority, DSC follow-up, calling order, MMSI, channel discipline and spoken procedure.
- Mayday and Mayday Relay
- Pan-Pan and Securite
- DSC alerts and follow-up voice calls
Free Marine Radio SRC test and VHF practice
Direct answer
Check the radio decisions that matter before your SRC assessment: when to use Mayday, Pan-Pan, DSC, Channel 16, Channel 70 and routine working channels. Most learners need repetition on distress priority, DSC follow-up, calling order, MMSI, channel discipline and spoken procedure.
- Access
- Free public page
- Format
- Short answer, mini quiz, and related links
- Topic
- Free SRC test
- Independence
- Independent revision aid; not official RYA material
Last reviewed: 2026-07-08Richard Moore
Check the radio decisions that matter before your SRC assessment: when to use Mayday, Pan-Pan, DSC, Channel 16, Channel 70 and routine working channels.
Free sample
Try one question now
Answer the mini quiz, then open the linked topic if the answer was uncertain.
Quick check
What is the difference between Mayday and Pan-Pan?
What free practice can do
Free questions help you catch dangerous misunderstandings early, especially confusing Channel 70 with a voice channel or using urgency language for a routine call.
What to revise next
After the free test, revise the full call structure and practise saying messages aloud. SRC knowledge becomes useful when you can use it under pressure.
Related free question pages
Common questions
Is this a replacement for SRC training?
No. It is a free independent revision tool. Use it alongside proper SRC training and official guidance.
Does the quiz include DSC?
Yes. The free radio question set includes Channel 70, DSC alerts, distress follow-up and channel discipline.