Upcoming training & events

2 - 4 Nov 2026

3 Day Course

Ready to renew your skills in the thriving wind energy sector? Southwest Maritime Academy delivers the GWO Basic Safety Training Refresher (GWO BSTR) package you need to succeed.

Mon 2 Nov 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

This STCW elementary first aid course module is a combination of theory and practical training for basic first aid and life saving skills. This course is intended for all seafaring personnel who need to be able to practice elementary first aid on board ship.

Mon 2 Nov 2026

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (4 hours)

This comprehensive GWO BST Refresher course provides essential theoretical and practical training to refresh and enhance your existing first aid skills.

2 - 6 Nov 2026

Mon - Fri 0900 - 1700 hrs

Our STCW Basic Safety Training Course, often referred to as the STCW95 or STCW 2010, package is a five-day course consisting of the four basic modules and the now mandatory Proficiency in Security Awareness training.

Mon 2 Nov 2026

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (4 hours)

This GWO Fire Awareness Refresher course ensures your skills and knowledge remain up-to-date, equipping you to prevent, assess, and combat fires effectively.

Tue 3 Nov 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The GWO Working at Height Refresher (WAHR) course reviews and builds on previously gained skills to ensure experienced wind technicians maintain high levels of vertical safety and emergency rescue readiness. Delivered under the revised GWO BST V20 Standard as an intensive 1-day standalone module, this course combines dedicated Skill Stations with realistic, scenario-based emergency simulations in wind turbine generator (WTG) environments.

Tue 3 Nov 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The STCW Personal Survival Techniques course (often referred to as Sea Survival training) covers all the essentials for dealing with a survival situation at sea.

Wed 4 Nov 2026

8:30 AM - 1:30 PM (5 hours)

This course mirrors the content, duration, and learning objectives of the initial BST Sea Survival training, focusing on refreshing your skills and knowledge to act safely and responsibly in all aspects of offshore operations.

Wed 4 Nov 2026

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (4 hours)

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.

Wed 4 Nov 2026

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (4 hours)

The GWO Manual Handling Refresher (MHR) course reviews and builds upon delegates' previous knowledge, refreshing essential lifting techniques and behavioural safety principles in wind turbine generator (WTG) environments. Delivered under the revised GWO BST V20 Standard as a dedicated half-day course, this standalone refresher uses practical Skill Stations and realistic industry scenarios to help wind technicians identify risks, correct negative habits, and prevent musculoskeletal injuries.

4 - 6 Nov 2026

3 days, 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM

The STCW Fire prevention and fire fighting course deals with the necessary precautions to minimize the risk of fires aboard ship, how fires are caused and the first means of extinguishing them.

9 - 13 Nov 2026

5 Day Course

Ready to power up your career in the thriving wind energy sector? Southwest Maritime Academy (SWMA) delivers the GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) package you need to succeed.

Mon 9 Nov 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

This comprehensive GWO First Aid course is designed to provide participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to recognise life-threatening situations and administer crucial first aid in the demanding WTG environment.

9 - 12 Nov 2026

4 Day Course

Our STCW2010 4 Day Update package covers the following course refreshers over 4 consecutive days: Updated Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques, Updated Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting, Updated Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (excluding fast rescue boats) and Updated Proficiency in Advanced Fire Fighting.

Mon 9 Nov 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The Updated Proficiency in Advanced Fire Fighting is a one day theory course based around classroom learning. The focus will be upon shipboard fire fighting operations and the use and management of fire fighting parties, as well as inspection and maintenance of fire fighting systems and equipment on board.

Tue 10 Nov 2026

8:30 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours 30 minutes)

The GWO Manual Handling (MH) Initial module equips wind turbine technicians and operational personnel with essential ergonomic knowledge, behavioural safety awareness, and kinetic handling techniques to prevent musculoskeletal injuries. Delivered under the revised GWO BST V20 Standard as a dedicated half-day course, this standalone module combines dynamic risk assessment using the TILE principle with realistic turbine handling scenarios, posture control, and tool vibration management.

10 - 11 Nov 2026

2 Day Course

Our STCW 2010 2 Day Update package covers the following course refreshers over 2 consecutive days; Updated Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques and Updated Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting.

10 - 12 Nov 2026

3 Day Course

Our STCW2010 3 Day Update package covers the following course refreshers over 3 consecutive days: Updated Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques, Updated Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting and Updated Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (excluding fast rescue boats).

Tue 10 Nov 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The STCW 2010 Updated Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting course is designed to ensure seafarers can competently fight fires at sea. The training covers the use of various firefighting equipment, including portable and wheeled extinguishers, hoses, and nozzles. It also focuses on how to extinguish different types of fires as part of a team and includes practical experience using breathing apparatus (BA) to perform casualty rescues and fight fires in smoke-filled environments.

Tue 10 Nov 2026

12:30 PM - 5:00 PM (4 hours 30 minutes)

This BST Fire Awareness Module is vital for anyone working in the wind turbine industry, providing the knowledge and skills to minimise fire risks and respond effectively in emergency situations.

11 - 12 Nov 2026

2 days, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

The GWO Working at Height (WAH) Initial course provides wind industry personnel with the essential knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to work safely at height and perform emergency rescues in wind turbine generator (WTG) environments. Delivered under the revised GWO BST V20 Standard as a dedicated 2-day standalone module, this course combines comprehensive Personal Fall Protective Equipment (PFPE) inspection and fitting with realistic vertical climbing, work positioning, and casualty rescue drills.

Wed 11 Nov 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The STCW Personal Survival Techniques course (often referred to as Sea Survival training) covers all the essentials for dealing with a survival situation at sea.

Thu 12 Nov 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The Updated Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats course provides seafarers with the essential skills to operate survival and rescue craft safely during and after an emergency.

Fri 13 Nov 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

This module delivers vital theoretical and practical training, empowering participants to act safely and responsibly during all aspects of offshore operations.

16 - 18 Nov 2026

3 days, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

A 3-day MCA-approved course providing essential leadership and resource management skills for maritime professionals. This training is a mandatory requirement for your first Certificate of Competency (CoC) under STCW Regulations II and III.

16 - 19 Nov 2026

4 Day Course

Our STCW2010 4 Day Update package covers the following course refreshers over 4 consecutive days: Updated Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques, Updated Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting, Updated Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (excluding fast rescue boats) and Updated Proficiency in Advanced Fire Fighting.

Mon 16 Nov 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The Updated Proficiency in Advanced Fire Fighting is a one day theory course based around classroom learning. The focus will be upon shipboard fire fighting operations and the use and management of fire fighting parties, as well as inspection and maintenance of fire fighting systems and equipment on board.

17 - 18 Nov 2026

2 Day Course

Our STCW 2010 2 Day Update package covers the following course refreshers over 2 consecutive days; Updated Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques and Updated Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting.

17 - 19 Nov 2026

3 Day Course

Our STCW2010 3 Day Update package covers the following course refreshers over 3 consecutive days: Updated Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques, Updated Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting and Updated Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (excluding fast rescue boats).

Tue 17 Nov 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The STCW 2010 Updated Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting course is designed to ensure seafarers can competently fight fires at sea. The training covers the use of various firefighting equipment, including portable and wheeled extinguishers, hoses, and nozzles. It also focuses on how to extinguish different types of fires as part of a team and includes practical experience using breathing apparatus (BA) to perform casualty rescues and fight fires in smoke-filled environments.

Wed 18 Nov 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The STCW Personal Survival Techniques course (often referred to as Sea Survival training) covers all the essentials for dealing with a survival situation at sea.

Thu 19 Nov 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The Updated Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats course provides seafarers with the essential skills to operate survival and rescue craft safely during and after an emergency.

23 - 27 Nov 2026

5 Day Course

Ready to power up your career in the thriving wind energy sector? Southwest Maritime Academy (SWMA) delivers the GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) package you need to succeed.

23 - 25 Nov 2026

3 days, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Fast-track your statutory ancillary safety qualifications required for an MCA Boatmasters’ Licence (BML) and commercial Workboat Code Edition 3 (WBC3) operations. Rather than booking standalone courses across fragmented dates, this coordinated training allows you to complete all three mandatory safety disciplines— Elementary First Aid (EFA), Personal Survival Techniques (PST) and MCA Approved 1-Day Fire Fighting—in an efficient 3-day consecutive block at our purpose-built South Gloucestershire facility.

Mon 23 Nov 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

This STCW elementary first aid course module is a combination of theory and practical training for basic first aid and life saving skills. This course is intended for all seafaring personnel who need to be able to practice elementary first aid on board ship.

Mon 23 Nov 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

This comprehensive GWO First Aid course is designed to provide participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to recognise life-threatening situations and administer crucial first aid in the demanding WTG environment.

23 - 27 Nov 2026

Mon - Fri 0900 - 1700 hrs

Our STCW Basic Safety Training Course, often referred to as the STCW95 or STCW 2010, package is a five-day course consisting of the four basic modules and the now mandatory Proficiency in Security Awareness training.

Tue 24 Nov 2026

8:30 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours 30 minutes)

The GWO Manual Handling (MH) Initial module equips wind turbine technicians and operational personnel with essential ergonomic knowledge, behavioural safety awareness, and kinetic handling techniques to prevent musculoskeletal injuries. Delivered under the revised GWO BST V20 Standard as a dedicated half-day course, this standalone module combines dynamic risk assessment using the TILE principle with realistic turbine handling scenarios, posture control, and tool vibration management.

Tue 24 Nov 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The STCW Personal Survival Techniques course (often referred to as Sea Survival training) covers all the essentials for dealing with a survival situation at sea.

Tue 24 Nov 2026

12:30 PM - 5:00 PM (4 hours 30 minutes)

This BST Fire Awareness Module is vital for anyone working in the wind turbine industry, providing the knowledge and skills to minimise fire risks and respond effectively in emergency situations.

25 - 26 Nov 2026

2 days, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

The GWO Working at Height (WAH) Initial course provides wind industry personnel with the essential knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to work safely at height and perform emergency rescues in wind turbine generator (WTG) environments. Delivered under the revised GWO BST V20 Standard as a dedicated 2-day standalone module, this course combines comprehensive Personal Fall Protective Equipment (PFPE) inspection and fitting with realistic vertical climbing, work positioning, and casualty rescue drills.

Wed 25 Nov 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

This MCA-approved 1-day fire fighting course offers a practical and cost-effective alternative to the STCW Basic Fire Fighting (2-3 day) course for vessels under 24m. This course focuses on the fire fighting techniques and equipment commonly found on vessels under 24m.

Wed 25 Nov 2026

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (4 hours)

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.

25 - 27 Nov 2026

3 days, 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM

The STCW Fire prevention and fire fighting course deals with the necessary precautions to minimize the risk of fires aboard ship, how fires are caused and the first means of extinguishing them.

Fri 27 Nov 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

This module delivers vital theoretical and practical training, empowering participants to act safely and responsibly during all aspects of offshore operations.

30 Nov 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

10 Days Across 2 Weeks | Mon - Fri

Are you looking to kickstart or advance your career in marine engineering? The comprehensive AEC1 & AEC2 package offers a seamless pathway to essential qualifications, combining two vital MCA-approved courses into one exceptional value offering. When booked separately, these courses would typically cost over £1,600, but with this exclusive package, you can gain both for just £1462.50, saving you significantly on your professional development.

30 Nov 2026 - 4 Dec 2026

1 week, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Designed to teach crew the basics of marine diesel engines, associated systems and important surrounding issues, the MCA Approved Engine Course takes you from an ‘entry level’ knowledge expectation up to a point where you can confidently manage and look after a diesel engine on a maritime vessel.

30 Nov 2026 - 3 Dec 2026

4 Day Course

Our STCW2010 4 Day Update package covers the following course refreshers over 4 consecutive days: Updated Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques, Updated Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting, Updated Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (excluding fast rescue boats) and Updated Proficiency in Advanced Fire Fighting.

Mon 30 Nov 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The Updated Proficiency in Advanced Fire Fighting is a one day theory course based around classroom learning. The focus will be upon shipboard fire fighting operations and the use and management of fire fighting parties, as well as inspection and maintenance of fire fighting systems and equipment on board.

1 - 2 Dec 2026

2 Day Course

Our STCW 2010 2 Day Update package covers the following course refreshers over 2 consecutive days; Updated Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques and Updated Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting.

1 - 3 Dec 2026

3 Day Course

Our STCW2010 3 Day Update package covers the following course refreshers over 3 consecutive days: Updated Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques, Updated Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting and Updated Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (excluding fast rescue boats).

Tue 1 Dec 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The STCW 2010 Updated Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting course is designed to ensure seafarers can competently fight fires at sea. The training covers the use of various firefighting equipment, including portable and wheeled extinguishers, hoses, and nozzles. It also focuses on how to extinguish different types of fires as part of a team and includes practical experience using breathing apparatus (BA) to perform casualty rescues and fight fires in smoke-filled environments.

Wed 2 Dec 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The STCW Personal Survival Techniques course (often referred to as Sea Survival training) covers all the essentials for dealing with a survival situation at sea.

Thu 3 Dec 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The Updated Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats course provides seafarers with the essential skills to operate survival and rescue craft safely during and after an emergency.

7 - 11 Dec 2026

1 week, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

The Approved Engine Course 2 (AEC2) leads on from the foundations laid and knowledge learned in the AEC1. The AEC2 course is ideal for owners and operators of, and a range of personnel on, small vessels, be they commercial Crew Transfer Vessels and tug boats, private pleasure vessels such as yachts or superyachts, and more.

7 - 9 Dec 2026

3 days, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Fast-track your statutory ancillary safety qualifications required for an MCA Boatmasters’ Licence (BML) and commercial Workboat Code Edition 3 (WBC3) operations. Rather than booking standalone courses across fragmented dates, this coordinated training allows you to complete all three mandatory safety disciplines— Elementary First Aid (EFA), Personal Survival Techniques (PST) and MCA Approved 1-Day Fire Fighting—in an efficient 3-day consecutive block at our purpose-built South Gloucestershire facility.

Mon 7 Dec 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

This STCW elementary first aid course module is a combination of theory and practical training for basic first aid and life saving skills. This course is intended for all seafaring personnel who need to be able to practice elementary first aid on board ship.

7 - 11 Dec 2026

Mon - Fri 0900 - 1700 hrs

Our STCW Basic Safety Training Course, often referred to as the STCW95 or STCW 2010, package is a five-day course consisting of the four basic modules and the now mandatory Proficiency in Security Awareness training.

Tue 8 Dec 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The STCW Personal Survival Techniques course (often referred to as Sea Survival training) covers all the essentials for dealing with a survival situation at sea.

Wed 9 Dec 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

This MCA-approved 1-day fire fighting course offers a practical and cost-effective alternative to the STCW Basic Fire Fighting (2-3 day) course for vessels under 24m. This course focuses on the fire fighting techniques and equipment commonly found on vessels under 24m.

Wed 9 Dec 2026

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (4 hours)

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.

9 - 11 Dec 2026

3 days, 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM

The STCW Fire prevention and fire fighting course deals with the necessary precautions to minimize the risk of fires aboard ship, how fires are caused and the first means of extinguishing them.

14 - 18 Dec 2026

5 Day Course

Ready to power up your career in the thriving wind energy sector? Southwest Maritime Academy (SWMA) delivers the GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) package you need to succeed.

Mon 14 Dec 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

This comprehensive GWO First Aid course is designed to provide participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to recognise life-threatening situations and administer crucial first aid in the demanding WTG environment.

14 - 17 Dec 2026

4 Day Course

Our STCW2010 4 Day Update package covers the following course refreshers over 4 consecutive days: Updated Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques, Updated Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting, Updated Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (excluding fast rescue boats) and Updated Proficiency in Advanced Fire Fighting.

Mon 14 Dec 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The Updated Proficiency in Advanced Fire Fighting is a one day theory course based around classroom learning. The focus will be upon shipboard fire fighting operations and the use and management of fire fighting parties, as well as inspection and maintenance of fire fighting systems and equipment on board.

Tue 15 Dec 2026

8:30 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours 30 minutes)

The GWO Manual Handling (MH) Initial module equips wind turbine technicians and operational personnel with essential ergonomic knowledge, behavioural safety awareness, and kinetic handling techniques to prevent musculoskeletal injuries. Delivered under the revised GWO BST V20 Standard as a dedicated half-day course, this standalone module combines dynamic risk assessment using the TILE principle with realistic turbine handling scenarios, posture control, and tool vibration management.

15 - 16 Dec 2026

2 Day Course

Our STCW 2010 2 Day Update package covers the following course refreshers over 2 consecutive days; Updated Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques and Updated Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting.

15 - 17 Dec 2026

3 Day Course

Our STCW2010 3 Day Update package covers the following course refreshers over 3 consecutive days: Updated Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques, Updated Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting and Updated Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (excluding fast rescue boats).

Tue 15 Dec 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The STCW 2010 Updated Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting course is designed to ensure seafarers can competently fight fires at sea. The training covers the use of various firefighting equipment, including portable and wheeled extinguishers, hoses, and nozzles. It also focuses on how to extinguish different types of fires as part of a team and includes practical experience using breathing apparatus (BA) to perform casualty rescues and fight fires in smoke-filled environments.

Tue 15 Dec 2026

12:30 PM - 5:00 PM (4 hours 30 minutes)

This BST Fire Awareness Module is vital for anyone working in the wind turbine industry, providing the knowledge and skills to minimise fire risks and respond effectively in emergency situations.

16 - 17 Dec 2026

2 days, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

The GWO Working at Height (WAH) Initial course provides wind industry personnel with the essential knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to work safely at height and perform emergency rescues in wind turbine generator (WTG) environments. Delivered under the revised GWO BST V20 Standard as a dedicated 2-day standalone module, this course combines comprehensive Personal Fall Protective Equipment (PFPE) inspection and fitting with realistic vertical climbing, work positioning, and casualty rescue drills.

Wed 16 Dec 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The STCW Personal Survival Techniques course (often referred to as Sea Survival training) covers all the essentials for dealing with a survival situation at sea.

Thu 17 Dec 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The Updated Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats course provides seafarers with the essential skills to operate survival and rescue craft safely during and after an emergency.

Fri 18 Dec 2026

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

This module delivers vital theoretical and practical training, empowering participants to act safely and responsibly during all aspects of offshore operations.

4 - 6 Jan 2027

3 Day Course

Ready to renew your skills in the thriving wind energy sector? Southwest Maritime Academy delivers the GWO Basic Safety Training Refresher (GWO BSTR) package you need to succeed.

Mon 4 Jan 2027

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (4 hours)

This comprehensive GWO BST Refresher course provides essential theoretical and practical training to refresh and enhance your existing first aid skills.

Mon 4 Jan 2027

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (4 hours)

This GWO Fire Awareness Refresher course ensures your skills and knowledge remain up-to-date, equipping you to prevent, assess, and combat fires effectively.

Tue 5 Jan 2027

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The GWO Working at Height Refresher (WAHR) course reviews and builds on previously gained skills to ensure experienced wind technicians maintain high levels of vertical safety and emergency rescue readiness. Delivered under the revised GWO BST V20 Standard as an intensive 1-day standalone module, this course combines dedicated Skill Stations with realistic, scenario-based emergency simulations in wind turbine generator (WTG) environments.

Wed 6 Jan 2027

8:30 AM - 1:30 PM (5 hours)

This course mirrors the content, duration, and learning objectives of the initial BST Sea Survival training, focusing on refreshing your skills and knowledge to act safely and responsibly in all aspects of offshore operations.

Wed 6 Jan 2027

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (4 hours)

The GWO Manual Handling Refresher (MHR) course reviews and builds upon delegates' previous knowledge, refreshing essential lifting techniques and behavioural safety principles in wind turbine generator (WTG) environments. Delivered under the revised GWO BST V20 Standard as a dedicated half-day course, this standalone refresher uses practical Skill Stations and realistic industry scenarios to help wind technicians identify risks, correct negative habits, and prevent musculoskeletal injuries.

11 - 14 Jan 2027

4 Day Course

Our STCW2010 4 Day Update package covers the following course refreshers over 4 consecutive days: Updated Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques, Updated Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting, Updated Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (excluding fast rescue boats) and Updated Proficiency in Advanced Fire Fighting.

Mon 11 Jan 2027

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The Updated Proficiency in Advanced Fire Fighting is a one day theory course based around classroom learning. The focus will be upon shipboard fire fighting operations and the use and management of fire fighting parties, as well as inspection and maintenance of fire fighting systems and equipment on board.

12 - 13 Jan 2027

2 Day Course

Our STCW 2010 2 Day Update package covers the following course refreshers over 2 consecutive days; Updated Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques and Updated Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting.

12 - 14 Jan 2027

3 Day Course

Our STCW2010 3 Day Update package covers the following course refreshers over 3 consecutive days: Updated Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques, Updated Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting and Updated Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (excluding fast rescue boats).

Tue 12 Jan 2027

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The STCW 2010 Updated Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting course is designed to ensure seafarers can competently fight fires at sea. The training covers the use of various firefighting equipment, including portable and wheeled extinguishers, hoses, and nozzles. It also focuses on how to extinguish different types of fires as part of a team and includes practical experience using breathing apparatus (BA) to perform casualty rescues and fight fires in smoke-filled environments.

Wed 13 Jan 2027

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The STCW Personal Survival Techniques course (often referred to as Sea Survival training) covers all the essentials for dealing with a survival situation at sea.

Thu 14 Jan 2027

1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)

The Updated Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats course provides seafarers with the essential skills to operate survival and rescue craft safely during and after an emergency.

18 - 22 Jan 2027

5 Day Course Monday - Friday

Ready to power up your career in the thriving wind energy sector? Southwest Maritime Academy (SWMA) delivers the GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) package you need to succeed.