Objective

Receive appropriate approved Basic Training of instruction

Target Group

This training course is designed for seafarers employed or engaged in any capacity on board
ship on the business of that ship as part of the ship's complement with designated safety or
pollution prevention duties in this operation of the ship.

Prerequisites

For receiving a certificate of Basic Safety Training, the delegate must:
- Meet the standard of competence for certificates of Basic Safety Training set out in Section VI/1-3 of the STCW Code 1978, as amended

Examination

Delegates will be assessed against the learning outcomes specified in section VI/1 of the STCW Code 1978, as amended and the IMO Model Courses by using direct observation and oral and/or written questions as appropriate.

After successful completion of the certification will be valid for 5 years.

With the implementation of the Manila Amendments 2010, delegates must provide evidence of
having the competencies by completing refresher training every 5 years, as described in the
STCW Code 1978, as amended section VI-1 Table A-VI/1.

Course Contents

- Elementary First Aid (Table A-VI/1-3)