Standards of Training, Certification and Watch keeping for Seafarers

Eligibility

  • This course is mandatory for all seafarers serving onboard sea-going ships.
  • INDOS Number is Mandatory 
  • All trainees must be certified by a DGS-approved doctor, to be in good health, for the practical session.

Documents Required

  • INDoS
  • Valid Medicals by a D.G.Shipping Approved Doctor 
  • Also boiler suits and safety shoes are required for all the courses, for which candidates shall make their own arrangements.. 

Courses

Personal Survival Techniques (PST) - 3days

To train and prepare the prospective seafarers to survive at sea, in case of abandoning of ship in assessing the risk and adopting necessary steps to reduce the number of accidents at sea. The Personal Survival Techniques (PST) Course covers lifesaving equipment, emergency radio equipment, Survival at sea and preparation for emergencies, evacuation. This involves hands-on practical training using life Jacket, lifebuoy, life raft etc.

Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting (FPFF) - 3days

In case of Fire / explosion in ship’s, staff themselves have to extinguish, else then life is at risk. The Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting (FPFF) Course provides an understanding of the nature and risk of fire, and expertise to extinguish fires. It deals with the precautions to minimize the risk of fires aboard ship. The course covers use of firefighting equipment depending on the type of fire. Candidates will be engaged in practical firefighting exercises using the equipment found on ships.

Elementary First Aid (EFA) - 3days

As the nearest doctor could be 5000 Km away and may take few weeks before an injured seafarer can be taken to hospital. The Elementary First Aid (EFA) Course covers assessment of the patient’s vital signs, Life-threatening condition and hypothermia.

Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties (STSDSD) - 2 days

Staffs in ship have to protect themselves in piracy prone areas, without any arms and ammunitions. The Security Training for Seafarer with Designated Security Duties (STSDSD) is for all seafarers on management and operation level who will work onboard ships. The training provides knowledge and skills necessary to perform duties for achieving security of the merchant ship.

Personal safety and Social Responsibility

To ensure Personal safety and Social Responsibility maintain inter personal relationship. The Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities (PSSR) Course covers emergency procedures, preventing pollution, safe-working practices, and effective human relationships.

Every student who undergoes five basic courses are eligible for Issue of Continuous Discharge Certificate, which is a prerequisite to join Indian and Foreign ships.