Maritime Personal Survival Techniques Online Training

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Our Maritime Personal Survival Techniques course covers topics such as survival techniques, emergency procedures, lifesaving equipment, and much more.

Built to STCW standards as put forth by the IMO
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Includes downloadable certificate of completion

Duration: 2 Hour(s)

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About

In maritime emergencies such as shipwrecks or capsizing, individuals trained in personal survival techniques are better equipped to handle stressful situations and increase their chances of survival. Our course aims to provide individuals working in maritime industries, such as seafarers and crew members, with the skills they need to survive these types of emergency situations at sea.

This OSHA-based training is built to STCW standards as put forth by the IMO. Please note, this course is NOT USCG Approved. As part of the course, you'll have access to practice quiz questions that assess your comprehension and retention, helping you prepare for the final exam. Upon satisfactory completion of the course, participants will obtain a downloadable certificate.

What Standards Does This Course Cover?

This course meets the following maritime standards:

STCW 95 – Standards for Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers
OSHA 29 CFR 1915 – Shipyards
- 29 CFR 1915.158 – Lifesaving Equipment

Outline

Topics Covered

Introduction
Equipment
Emergency Situations
Survival at Sea
Rescue
Conclusion

What You’ll Learn

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

Understand the importance of personal safety gear and how to put them on in an emergency.
Learn how to recognize and operate various life-saving devices onboard ships.
Learn how to survive at sea, if needed.
Understand how to increase your visibility to rescue personnel.
Know what to do in different types of maritime emergencies.

FAQs

How Long Will It Take to Complete the Course?

Because everyone learns and progresses at different speeds, the amount of time you spend taking this training will vary. However, the estimated time for this training is 90 – 120 min.