NOTES FOR THE GUIDANCE OF CANDIDATES

LIMITS

Statements of Attainment for the units that make up "Elements of Shipboard Safety" are prerequisites for all commercial qualifications up to (and including) Master Class 4. It is also generally required for all crew on commercial vessels and is strongly recommended for those pursuing recreational maritime training.

PREREQUISITES

There are no prerequisites for these units.

SCOPE

Elements of Shipboard Safety is made up of the following units from the Maritime training package;

TDM MF11 07B - Survive at Sea in the Event of Vessel Abandonment

TDM MF54 07A - Observe safety and emergency procedures on a coastal vessel

TDM MF55 07A - Fight and extinguish fires onboard a coastal vessel

These units aim to develop an awareness of workplace health and safety issues in the maritime industry and an ability to cope efficiently and effectively with emergency situations on board. In addition to classroom workshops, the course includes practical training in the use of life-jackets and life-rafts, fire fighting and flare activation.

COURSE STRUCTURE

This course is delivered flexibly but does include attendance at a practical workshop conducted over 24 hours, usually Friday, Saturday and Sunday (0800 to 1630).

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