STCW Updating Training – Block of 4

Learners must hold the relevant STCW Certificates (or equivalent) for these 4 courses. Theses courses contains some exercises that are physically demanding; any learner in doubt about their fitness for this course should seek medical advice before attending.

Learners will need to bring with them proof of identity (e.g. passport, seaman’s discharge book or other national identification) and their STCW Certificates (or equivalent) for each course.

The STCW Updating Training Block comprises the following courses:

STCW Personal Survival Techniques Refresher (full day) (PST-U)

This 1- day course aims to make students aware of the dangers inherent in survival situations. Students will update their knowledge of life saving equipment and survival techniques and be reminded of the importance of onboard emergency drills and exercises. This is an ideal opportunity for students to see and use a life raft in a wet environment.

On successful course completion, candidates will be able to:
Understand the main types of maritime emergencies
Identify and use survival equipment during a maritime emergency
Understand the principles of survival during a maritime emergency
Know how to abandon ship during a maritime emergency
Know how to survive in the water during a maritime emergency
Know how to use a survival craft during a maritime emergency

STCW Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting Refresher (full day) (FPFF-U)

This 1 day practical course takes place at our dedicated Fire Training centre, and includes:

Correct use of portable and mobile fire extinguishers
Correct use of hoses, nozzles and hose equipment
Extinguish different types of fire as member of a fire team.
Test and use Breathing Apparatus and associated equipment.

Overalls and protective clothing will be provided, but it is recommended that you bring suitable lightweight working clothes (i.e. socks, shorts and t-shirts) with you.

STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats Refresher (full day) (PSCRB-U)

This 1 day course is designed to remind candidates of the dangers faced in emergency situations and the knowledge and confidence to take charge of the launching and management of survival craft, both during and post abandonment.

On successful course completion, candidates will be able to:

Take charge of a survival craft or rescue boat during and after launch
Manage survivors and survival craft after abandoning ship
Use location devices, including signalling apparatus and pyrotechnics
Apply first aid to survivors.

The Centre will supply wet weather gear and appropriate PPE, students should bring suitable working gear.

STCW Advanced Fire Fighting Refresher (full day) (AFF-U)

This 1 day practical course takes place at our dedicated Fire Training Centre at our Thameside Campus, and includes:

• Control fire fighting operations aboard a ship.
• Organise and train fire parties.
• Inspect and service fire detection and extinguishing systems and equipment.
• Investigate and compile reports on incidents involving fire.

Note: There are half-day versions of the PST-U, PSCRB-U and the AFF-U courses for those who have carried out the required onboard training and can complete all sections on the self- declaration form. To see if you may be eligible download a copy PST-U SELF-DECLARATION FORM   PSCRB-U SELF-DECLARATION FORM   AFF-U SELF-DECLARATION FORM or request these forms by contacting the administration office at nmtc@northkent.ac.uk

Please note there is no half-day option for the FPFF-U course.