STCW (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping) is an international convention established by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to establish minimum standards of training, certification, and watchkeeping for seafarers. The STCW Basic Training is a set of courses required for all seafarers to ensure they have the necessary knowledge and skills to perform their duties safely and efficiently on board a ship.
The following are some of the key components of STCW Basic Training:
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Personal Survival Techniques: This course covers the principles and techniques of survival at sea, including the use of survival craft and equipment.
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Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting: This course covers fire prevention, fire fighting techniques, and the use of fire fighting equipment on board ships.
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Elementary First Aid: This course covers basic first aid techniques, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the use of first aid equipment.
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Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities: This course covers the responsibilities of seafarers for their own safety and the safety of others on board the ship, as well as their social responsibilities.
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Security Awareness Training for all Seafarers: This course covers the basic principles and methods of ship security, including the role of the seafarer in maintaining security on board.
These courses are typically delivered by approved training providers and are recognized by the IMO and national maritime authorities worldwide.
Malaysia Marine (MARDEP) Approved Courses
1. Basic Training
- Duration: 6 Days
- Centre: Pasir Gudang
2. Basic Training - Refresher
- Duration: 2 Days
- Centre: Pasir Gudang
Commonwealth of Dominica Maritime Administration (Dominica) Approved Courses
1. Personal Survival Techniques
- Duration: 1 Day
- Centre: Pasir Gudang
2. Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities
- Duration: 2 Days
- Centre: Pasir Gudang
3. Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting
- Duration: 1.5 Days
- Centre: Pasir Gudang
4. Elementary First Aid
- Duration: 1 Day
- Centre: Pasir Gudang
Danish Maritime Authority (DMA) Approved Courses
1. Personal Survival Techniques
- Duration: 1 Day
- Centre: Pasir Gudang
2. Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities
- Duration: 1 Day
- Centre: Pasir Gudang
3. Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting
- Duration: 3 Days
- Centre: Pasir Gudang
4. Elementary First Aid
- Duration: 1 Day
- Centre: Pasir Gudang