TAFE NSW
4 days
This course teaches you how to respond in an abandon ship emergency at sea, including preparing survival craft, locating lifesaving equipment, and giving orders to passengers. It's approved by AMSA and meets international STCW requirements.
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have successful completion of the unit MARF046 - Survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment and personal survival techniques (PST), intermediate level fitness to manage physical demands, the ability to swim 50 metres and stay afloat for 5 minutes without a life jacket, and the ability to work at sea as well as with people in difficult situations and circumstances. You should also be aware of the AMSA certification requirements and have suitable clothing and personal protective equipment (PPE) for your assessments.
The course covers topics such as preparing survival craft for launch, pre-starting and starting survival craft and rescue boats, locating lifesaving and survival equipment, giving orders to passengers to disembark, and checking survival craft and equipment for signs of damage and faults.
TAFE NSW is a leading provider of maritime education and training, with state-of-the-art facilities and experienced instructors. This course is approved by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) and meets international STCW requirements, ensuring you receive high-quality, industry-relevant training.
Upon completion of this course, you'll be prepared for roles such as general purpose hand, engine rating, deck rating, and integrated rating in the maritime industry. The nationally accredited Statement of Attainment and AMSA-approved certificate will also provide a pathway to further study in maritime operations and credit toward a full qualification.
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