Objective

The basic training aims to equip prospective seafarers with the necessary knowledge, understanding and skills to perform the role as seafarer effectively. Delegates will receive appropriate STCW '78 as amended approved basic training in: personal survival techniques, fire prevention and firefighting, elementary first-aid, personal safety and social responsibilities.

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 the operation of the ship.

Prerequisites

For admission to the course a delegate must be in the possession of a valid medical examination, to include use of Breathing Apparatus (BA).

For receiving a certificate of Basic Training the delegate must:
- Be in the possession of a valid approved medical certificate for seafarers.
- Meet the standard of competence for certificates of Basic Training set out in Section A-VI/1, Table A-VI/1-1, A-VI/1-2, A-VI/1-3 and A-VI/1-4 of the STCW Code 1978, as amended.

Examination

Delegates will be assessed against the learning outcomes specified in Section A-VI/1, Table A-VI/1-1, A-VI/1-2, A-VI/1-3 and A-VI/1-4 of the STCW Code 1978, as amended and the IMO Model Courses 1.13, 1.19, 1.20 and 1.21 by using direct observation and oral and/or written questions as appropriate.

After successful completion of the Basic Training, 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.

Course Contents

- Personal survival techniques
- Fire prevention and fire fighting
- Elementary first aid
- Personal safety and social responsibilities

Industries

• Oil & Gas
• Maritime