STCW Updating Training – Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats – (PFRB-U)
Detail information
Who it is aimed at:
Seafarers seeking to update their existing STCW Fast Rescue Boat Training certification.
Entry requirements
Candidates must hold a Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats certificate. This course contains some exercises that are physically demanding; any learner in doubt about their fitness for this course should seek medical advice before attending.
Candidates will need to bring with them proof of identity (Passport, Seaman’s Discharge Book or other National Identification) and their STCW Certificate of Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats.
About this course
This 1 day course is designed to remind students how to take charge of the launching and management of a fast rescue boat for locating and recovering in-water casualty/casualties, and for the marshalling of survival craft during and post abandonment.
On successful course completion, candidates will be able to:
Control safe launching and recovery of a fast rescue boat
Handle a fast rescue boat in prevailing weather and sea conditions
Use communication equipment between the fast rescue boat, a helicopter and a ship
Use the emergency equipment carried
Carry out search patterns taking account of environmental factors
The Centre will supply dry suits, wet weather gear and appropriate PPE, students should bring suitable working gear.
Note: There is a half-day version of the course 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 PFRB-U SELF-DECLARATION FORM or request a form by contacting the administration office at nmtc@northkent.ac.uk