Sat Phones For School Camps

Hi. My name is John Whitley and I’m the founder of RentASatPhone.com.au,  Australia’s number one satellite communications Rental store.

According to the law in Australia, all school camps have to carry an effective means of communication and the satellite phone is one very effective device that the law advocates for. This is to ensure that the children who go for the camp are safe and their supervisors are able to get help in case of an emergency. In addition, the sat phones can be used to ask for aids and supplies to be replenished in case of anything. This law was implemented because parents rely on teachers and supervisors to take care of their children during school camps and they want to ensure that all communication channels are available for their children while at camp. Supervisors should ensure that they keep either the parents or school administration informed of their whereabouts and their status at certain intervals. This will eradicate any fear or worry on the parents’ part. The sat phones are available for purchase in many different places.

Another reason why the law requires all school camp events to have a satellite phone is because communication is not deterred by regular terrestrial network connections. This therefore means that there will be guaranteed communication regardless of the camp location. The law requires that children be safeguarded and their security treated with priority. This includes proper communication that is not only limited to satellite phones but also can include the use of UHF radio systems, land lines as well as regular mobile phones. The type of communication system or device to use is determined by the location of the camp and the available communication channels and networks available at the location. In addition to that, all school camps are required to have an effective means of transportation so that they can transport the campers quickly in case of an emergency.

Other than sat phones, the law also requires that school camps be equipped with locater beacons in case the satellite phones do not work. However, satellite phones should be able to work at all times unless they have low battery power. Therefore, school camp supervisors should ensure that they carry spare batteries to ensure that they have standby communication at all times. Mobile phones can also be carried but supervisors should understand that the coverage of most mobile phone companies is very limited and sometimes unreliable especially if the camp site is not at a high point. Other than that, school campers should carry with them other safety equipment such as first aid kits and regular over the counter medication that does not need any doctor’s prescription. In addition, at least one of the supervisors should be certified to administer first aid to ensure that campers are at least taken off the danger zone.

Carrying sat phones may be required by the law but it is important to ensure that they are used appropriately. This means that if the campers are required to make call-ins at certain intervals, they should ensure that they do so. The campers should also be supervised in groups by an adult supervisor for each group.

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Tips on Buying a Used Satellite Phone

Communication systems have improved greatly enabling people to stay in touch with others even during adventures and off road driving experiences. When looking for an off road driving experience using a 4 wheel drive vehicle, most people want to stretch the limit as far as they can and go to the most remote areas possible.

This will give them the thrill that they are seeking when looking for an off road experience, however they are still required to communicate with an established base in order to ensure that they are safe and have not encountered any mishaps along the way. And although some off roaders don’t like to communicate, most prefer having the option to stay in touch with either members of their group or with the adventure planners.

The larger majority is the group of off roaders who only need to communicate when they are in trouble and need help. In addition, because sometimes someone may be injured and unable to communicate, most off road clubs require that their members communicate after a certain interval so that they know they are safe at all times.

In order to ensure efficient communication, buying a used satellite phone is sometimes necessitated. Usually a purchase is only required when a person is a regular off roader. If the adventure only takes place once or twice a year, it may be cheaper and more convenient to simply rent one.

When buying a used satellite phone, it’s important to ensure that it will serve the purpose it is intended to serve. Most off roaders do not go to very remote areas and a simple SAT phone works well enough for them. However, it is important to ensure that the used SAT phone will be good enough to cover the range one will be driving to.

Based on a person’s needs, they can even get a used SAT phone that covers more than one purpose and not only for off road adventure, but also for daily use. This means retaining one number that is used for both mobile and SAT reasons and therefore makes it easier for people to communicate.

Before buying a used satellite phone, an off road adventurer should explore all other options because satellite phones are expensive to buy and maintain. However, most adventurers realize that mobile phones may not be useful to them because their coverage is very limited. There are very few mobile phone network towers found in off road regions and this leaves certain gaps where there can be no communication using a regular mobile phone.

The bottom line is that buying a used satellite phone may be the only option for communication during an off road adventure. When purchasing it’s also important to be sure to subscribe to the appropriate calling plan. Although satellite phones offer reliable communication during the off road experience, they are expensive to maintain because of the many additional charges one may be required to pay in order to activate their accounts and keep them active. So really pay attention to particular needs and choosing a plan based on that.

Tips and Benefits of Buying a Used Satellite Phone

There are many reasons a person may want to buy a satellite phone. Mostly, it’s because they have to travel to an area where mobile phone coverage is limited and they need to stay in communication. Satellite phones are obviously more expensive than regular mobile phones because of their versatility and their ability to keep people in communication regardless of their location.

Some of the activities that may necessitate buying a used satellite phone are sailing, mountain climbing or any other outback activities. This is mainly because mountainous regions have very limited mobile telephone coverage if any at all. Other than the mountain regions, people fishing in deep waters or skiing should carry satellite phones with them. It’s very important to have effective communication systems when in such areas because it eliminates the chance of extensive injury due to lack of communication.

Buying a used satellite phone may be more appropriate than buying a new one based on the cost. However, buyers should be careful to purchase the correct device to ensure that they invest in equipment that will work all the time without fail. Used SAT phones may not come with warranties but it is important to buy from a reliable source that offers some sort of guarantee that the equipment will work as required.

One should treat buying a satellite phone the same way they treat buying a mobile phone as the concept is almost the same. This is in terms of choosing the device itself, then choosing a service provider and finally the plan that will work best.

Before buying the satellite phone, one should also consider the reasons for the purchase. If it’s for small adventures such as camping and outback activities, a simple one can be used. However, if the activity takes you to an entirely remote area, buy the correct device so that it does not fail when it’s needed most.

Although many people prefer renting as opposed to buying a used satellite phone, there are far more advantages associated with buying than renting. If using the phone on just a single occasion, then renting may be the better option. However, if one will need to use their satellite phone on a regular basis, buying the phone may not only be cheaper in the long run but it will also be more convenient it will always be available whenever needed.

In addition, buying a used satellite phone allows the owner to purchase several package deals that are offered every so often.  When renting, the existing plan on the SAT phone has to be used and there is rarely an option to change it. This could mean spending more than would be necessary, especially if the phone will be used only for emergencies. In the end buying a used satellite phone might be even less expensive than a week long rental and in many cases, the phone can be sold to someone else if there comes a time it’s not needed any more!

How Can I Buy A Top-Up For My Prepaid Thuraya Phone?

Hi. My name is John Whitley and I’m the founder of RentASatPhone.com.au,  Australia’s number one satellite communications Rental store.

In this article I want to answer one of the most common questions I get from anyone looking into satellite phones in Australia, “How can I buy a top-up for my prepaid Thuraya phone“

In previous articles we have discussed that to buy a Thuraya satellite phone in Australia, either the SO2510 or the SG2520, you have to go through an Optus dealer.

We have also discussed that Optus have no immediate plans to bring out a prepaid option.

So where do those hundreds of clients in Australia who have previously purchased Thuraya prepaid SIM cards go to for their top-ups?

To cover the basics, a ‘top-up’ is how you access more minutes for your satellite phone so you can continue using it without having to go on a satellite phone airtime plan.

I am pleased to say you can go to www.RentASatPhone.com.au where we’ll be happy to assist you with any further top-ups you need for your Thuraya SO2510 or your Thuraya SFG2520 handsets.

Simply give us a call. Even if you’re in the middle of nowhere, we can do this for you over the phone and send the minutes/units you require directly to you.

You can reach RentASatPhone.com.au on 1300 851 591 Or to find out more information simply go to www.rentasatphone.com.au.

I trust you found this information useful. If you’d like to know anything more about satellite phones and how you can keep up-to-date, please contact us.

We’ll be happy to help you.

See our website for more free advice and to learn all you need to know about satellite phones.

Visit www.RentASatPhone.com.au or call us on 1300 851 591.

How Can I Protect My Satellite Phone From Being Damaged?

Hi. My name is John Whitley and I’m the founder of RentASatPhone.com.au,  Australia’s number one satellite communications Rental store.

In this article I want to answer two of the most common questions I get from anyone looking into satellite phones in Australia, “How can I protect my satellite phone from being damaged?” and “Can I insure my satellite phone?”

As far as protecting your investment, well, the number one choice for thousands of Australians is a Pelican case.

A Pelican case is a shockproof, dustproof, waterproof case for your satellite phone and other accessories. Once the lid is shut it offers outstanding protection.

It’s common for us to see satellite phones come back that haven’t been protected by a Pelican case. These phones have been placed, for example, on the passenger seat of a vehicle that has had to stop suddenly.

You can easily imagine the sight of the phone going through the air, hitting the dashboard and landing THUMP! on the floor.

Well, that’s just one reason for you to invest in a Pelican case. Others include the incredible amount of red dust we encounter in Australia. Keeping that out of anything electronic has to be a great idea.

If you’re using your satellite phone anywhere near water then protecting it against everything from incidental splashes to the “Oops, it’s gone overboard” scenario is another smart move.

At RentASatPhone.com.au we cater for all Pelican products and can offer a complete range of cases to suit your needs.

Go to http://www.rentasatphone.com.au/Pricing/Accessories/Pelican-Case-accessories and have a look at some of the ways we can help you protect your investment.

As for insurance, as far as I know there are no companies that will insure your satellite phone on its own. This is because the usual use and location for satellite phones don’t make them a worthwhile insurance prospect. It is well worth discussing this with your business or personal home insurance company, however, as they will often insure it within those policies.

I trust you found this information useful. If you’d like to know anything more about satellite phones and how to keep them functioning for years to come, please contact us.

We’ll be happy to help you.

See our website for more free advice and to learn all you need to know about satellite phones.

Visit www.RentASatPhone.com.au or call us on 1300 851 591.