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Personal Survival Techniques overview
The MARF046 – Survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment and personal survival techniques (PST) course provides essential skills and knowledge for surviving at sea using personal survival techniques (PST) in the event of vessel abandonment. It is specifically designed for deck and engine workers in the maritime industry who need to obtain a Certificate of Safety Training.
Disclaimer: This course is not AMSA-certified and does not include the STCW certification required for seafarers seeking AMSA-recognised qualification.. This course equips participants with the necessary skills to prevent and control fires, and to respond effectively to fire emergencies onboard a vessel.
Students will attain the theory and practical application to survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment and personal survival techniques (PST) properly and will be able to:
Element 1: Respond to Emergency
- Recognize emergency situations correctly.
- Activate muster and abandon vessel signals according to organizational procedures.
- Provide prompt, accurate, and clear information when raising an alarm.
- Give instructions to crew and passengers to maximize their chances of survival.
- Operate emergency position indicating radio beacons (EPIRB) and search and rescue transponders (SARTs) to transmit distress signals.
- Make distress calls using radio equipment on distress call frequency to communicate the nature of the emergency.
Element 2: Operate Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
- Give orders to survivors to board the survival craft or rescue boat using appropriate means.
- Clear and operate the survival craft or rescue boat according to organizational procedures and manufacturer instructions.
- Use sea anchors and drogues to remain within the vicinity of the abandoned vessel and to minimize the effects of adverse weather and sea conditions.
- Deploy exposure covers on open lifeboats according to manufacturer instructions.
Element 3: Operate Lifesaving and Survival Equipment Onboard Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
- Establish the location and accessibility of all lifesaving and survival equipment.
- Check and operate survival equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
- Don and use lifesaving equipment correctly according to manufacturer instructions.
Accredited Units
You will be enrolled into the following unit of competency:
Entry Requirements
- Must be 18 years old and above
- Present photo I.D. on arrival
- If you have any physical conditions that may affect your ability to complete a course, please visit a doctor and obtain a “Fit for Work” certificate, and send it to our bookings email.
- Please note, Saferight reserves the right to cancel your enrolment if this documentation is not provided and you are deemed unfit for training. Additionally, cancellation fees will apply if adequate notice is not given.
- Please bring a towel and appropriate swim attire for the in-water activities.
- Ability to read, write and understand English
- Saferight is dedicated to supporting all students, including those with Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) needs. If your LLN skills are assessed as needing improvement to meet the course requirements, we may recommend additional support or training to help you succeed. If you have any concerns about your LLN skills, we encourage you to contact us before enrolling.
- Individuals holding a student visa are not eligible to enrol in, participate in, or attend this course, whether face-to-face or online, as Saferight is not registered with CRICOS (Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students). Student visa holders are encouraged to seek training with a CRICOS-registered institution to meet their requirements.
Disclaimer: This course is not AMSA-certified and does not include the STCW certification required for seafarers seeking AMSA-recognised qualification.. This course equips participants with the necessary skills to prevent and control fires, and to respond effectively to fire emergencies onboard a vessel.
Assessment
- Theory Component
- Practical Component
Certification
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a:
- Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment for MARF046 – Survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment and personal survival techniques (PST)
The Unique Student Identifier (USI) must be supplied and verified prior to issuance.
Refund and Cancellation Policy
Please refer to our Refund/Cancellation Policy
Duration
1 Day (7:30 AM – 3:30 PM)
Delivery Locations
This training course is conveniently delivered at the following location:
Fees
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DISCLAIMER
Saferight reserves the right to cancel courses up to 24 hours before start time and to change training location if needed
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