Personal Safety and Social Responsibility

This STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibility (PSSR) course module gives basic induction training in safety procedures and accident prevention and familiarizes novice seafarers with employment and working conditions aboard. It is a classroom based theory course.

Description

This course provides essential training in personal safety and social responsibility for seafarers. It is a fundamental component of the STCW (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping) Basic Safety Training, teaching you how to act safely and responsibly on board a vessel. You will gain a clear understanding of shipboard life, emergency procedures, and your individual rights and obligations.

What You'll Learn

This module covers critical aspects of shipboard operations and personal conduct, including:

  • Emergency Procedures: Learn to comply with emergency protocols and understand the ship's contingency plans for events like collision, fire, and foundering.

  • Safe Working Practices: Observe and maintain safe working habits to prevent accidents and ensure the well-being of yourself and your crewmates.

  • Effective Communication: Understand orders and communicate clearly and effectively in relation to shipboard duties.

  • Human Relationships: Develop a better understanding of human relationships on board, along with your social responsibilities, employment conditions, and the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse.

  • Environmental Protection: Learn about the effects of marine pollution and the basic procedures for protecting the environment.

This PSSR course can be taken as a standalone module or as a part of our comprehensive STCW Basic Safety Training package.

Prerequisites

None. Participants must be aged 16 or over.

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