The program covers the competences of Chapter VI of STCW Convention (as amended) and Section A-VI/1, Table A-VI/1-1 of STCW Code.

Trainee successfully completing this course will be able to:

• comply with emergency procedures
• take precautions to prevent pollution of the marine environment
• observe safe working practices
• contribute to effective communications on board ship
• contribute to effective human relationships on board ship
• understand and take necessary actions to control fatigue
• Contribute to the prevention of and response to violence and harassment, including sexual harassment, bullying and sexual assault

Entry standards

For entry to the course the candidate should present:

• Certificate of Competency or Certificate of Proficiency or educational diplomaor provisional certificate of study (for students);
• Passport or Seaman’s Book or Seafarer’s Identity Document;
• Seafarer’s Medical Certificate

In the case of shortened courses, additionally required:

• Completed self-assessment form;

• Basic training qualification certificate (issued within the last 5 years);

• Verified seagoing service of 12 months within the last 3 years.

Course duration: Full course – 3 days; shortened course – 1 day.