Objective

Upon successful completion of all training components, in accordance with the Training Standard, trainees will receive a Transport Canada Training Certificate

Target Group

Marine / Maritime

Prerequisites

TRAINEE MUST BE CLEAN SHAVEN TO PARTICIPATE IN THE PRACTICAL COMPONENT OF THIS COURSE.

Trainee must be at least 16 years of age.


CANDIDATES WITH SPECIAL NEEDS MAY NEED TO BRING THEIR OWN GEAR *Please check with the Training Coordinator for clarifications*


ITEMS REQUIRED FOR TRAINING:

- When checking in for training, please have GOVERNMENT ISSUED PHOTO ID with you (ie: Passport or Drivers Licences, etc.)
-Shorts, T-shirt & Socks for pool exercises
-Towel, Shower facilities are available on-site
-Lock for locker

PLEASE NOTE: Certificates CANNOT be issued unless valid Government issued ID has been presented on Day 1 of training for all RONC courses, including OPITO approved training.

Examination

Yes

Course Contents

The aims and objectives of this course are to equip the trainee with the necessary knowledge, understanding and skills to perform the role as a seafarer effectively Trainees will be required to demonstrate their skills and the level of knowledge and understanding of:
1. Personal survival techniques.
2. Fire prevention and firefighting techniques
3. Personal safety and social responsibility

In accordance with the STCW Code, this course provides an excellent combination of classroom and practical exercises using our modern state of the art facilities and equipment.

PLEASE NOTE: Marine Elementary First Aid Certification is not included within this program and must be taken separately.

This 5 day course is designed to provide initial offshore training requirements for seafarers engaged in any capacity on board ship as part of the ship's complement with designated safety or pollution prevention duties identified in the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW)

This course meets the requirements of Regulation VI/1 and Tables VI/1-1 through VI/1-4 A- VI/2 of the STCW Code and meets the requirements established by Transport Canada in the Marine Emergency Duty Training Program. (Click TP 4597 for more details).