The present document applies to Maritime Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) intended for use on
the frequency 121,5 MHz or the frequencies 121,5 MHz and 243 MHz for homing purposes only.
The present document is intended to cover the provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC [1] (R&TTE Directive) article 3.3 (e),
which states that radio equipment within the scope of the present document shall be so constructed that: "it supports
certain features ensuring access to emergency services".
In addition to the present document, other ENs that specify technical requirements in respect of essential requirements
under other parts of article 3 of the R&TTE Directive [1] will apply to equipment within the scope of the present
document.
NOTE: A list of such ENs is included on the web site http://www.newapproach.org/.