8 ALTERNATIVE COMMUNICATION IF THE COMMUNICATION FACILITIES OF THE
SHORE-BASED AUTHORITY FAIL
8.1 The system is designed to avoid, as far as possible, any
irretrievable breakdown of equipment which would hinder the functioning of the services
normally provided by the Tarifa VTS.
8.2 The most important items of equipment and power sources are
duplicated and the facilities are provided with emergency generating sets as well as with
UPS units. A maintenance team, on call, 24 hours a day, stands ready to repair to the
extent possible any breakdowns which may occur.
8.3 The location of radar antennae ensures that, in the event of
failure of the facility, coverage by another station will be provided.
8.4 In addition, the coast radio stations at Tarifa and Algeciras,
operated by the Telephone Company, can be used as an alternative, so as to ensure VHF/MF
communication with ships in case of need.
