STCW Basic Safety Training for fishermen retraining

Maritime Industry

Fishermen that have not completed the refresher course after 5-8 years, must complete the basic safety course again in accordance with § 3.

The main goal of the course is to give the participants knowledge about various emergency situations that can happen on fishing vessels, and enable them to ensure their own and colleagues safety. Great emphasis is placed on preventive work through a focus on good work routines and attitudes in relation to the rules and procedures that apply, so that the right measures can be taken to avoid damage to people, material and the environment. It is also an important objective to acquire the participant theoretical and practical knowledge about: - fire and fire fighting - first aid - use of rescue and evacuation gear The course strives to create positive attitudes towards safety work, as well as an understanding of the importance of the social and physical working environment for life, health and values in work and leisure.

The course contains theoretical preparatory work on e-learning, which must be completed before attending the course centre. STCW -F Convention Chapter III.