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STCW BST & AFF & PSCRB Initial

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STCW BST & AFF & PSCRB stands for Basic Safety Training, Advanced Fire Fighting, and Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats, which are mandatory courses for seafarers under the STCW Convention. These trainings are required for all crew with safety or pollution-prevention duties, officers responsible for leading firefighting operations, and personnel assigned to operate or take charge of lifeboats and rescue boats, ensuring compliance and safety for deck crew, engine crew, stewards, officers, and other operational staff on board seagoing vessels.

Certification

STCW Basic Safety Training
STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
STCW Survival Craft and Rescue Boats, other than Fast Rescue Boats

Duration

9,5 days

Validity

5 years

Prerequistes

A valid maritime medical certificate

Prices & locations*

VAT (if applicable) is excluded. Lunch, coffee/tea, course materials, and the registration fee may be included depending on the training location. Payment is made in the currency of the training location. Prices shown in other currencies are indicative and may vary due to exchange rate fluctuations.

More information about STCW BST & AFF & PSCRB Initial

Our STCW BST & AFF & PSCRB course package is designed to meet the stringent requirements of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW). This comprehensive training is essential for seafarers who need to comply with international safety and emergency response standards. The course is approved by the national flagstate, ensuring global recognition and acceptance for those working on seagoing vessels, including offshore support vessels.

The STCW Basic Safety Training (BST) is mandatory for all crew members with designated safety or pollution-prevention duties. It covers fundamental skills in survival, firefighting, first aid, and shipboard safety awareness. The Advanced Fire Fighting (AFF) module is intended for officers and crew who are responsible for leading or coordinating firefighting operations on board. The Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (PSCRB) component is required for those assigned to operate or take charge of lifeboats and rescue boats, excluding fast rescue boats. Each module is structured to provide both theoretical knowledge and practical skills through hands-on exercises and assessments.

Upon successful completion of all modules, participants receive internationally recognized STCW certificates, each valid for five years. Refresher training is required every five years to maintain certification, with practical assessments forming a key part of the revalidation process. To participate, attendees must bring a valid ID or passport, a medical certificate, appropriate swimming gear, and their seafarer’s book. Our training ensures that seafarers are fully prepared to respond effectively to emergencies at sea, in line with the latest STCW standards.

COURSE CONTENT

  • Principles of survival at sea
  • Types of life-saving appliances (LSA)
  • Donning lifejackets and immersion suits
  • Launching and entering liferafts
  • Use of survival equipment and signaling devices
  • Group survival strategies
  • Causes and types of fires aboard ships
  • Fire detection systems and alarms
  • Firefighting equipment (hoses, extinguishers, BA sets)
  • Firefighting procedures and teamwork
  • Practical firefighting scenarios (live fire exercises)
  • Assessing casualties
  • Treating bleeding, burns, and fractures
  • CPR and recovery position
  • Use of first aid kits
  • Response to choking and shock
  • Safe working practices on board
  • Emergency procedures and alarms
  • Pollution prevention and shipboard responsibilities
  • Human relationships and cultural awareness
  • Rights and obligations under maritime law
  • Fire Science and Fire Behavior
  • Shipboard Fire Hazards
  • Fixed and Portable Fire-Fighting Systems
  • Breathing Apparatus and Personal Protection
  • Fire-Fighting Procedures and Techniques
  • Fire Party Organization and Command
  • Tactics, Strategy, and Risk Assessment
  • Emergency Management and Investigation
  • Survival Craft and Rescue Boat Overview
  • Launching Procedures
  • Boat Handling and Navigation
  • Survival at Sea
  • Use of Rescue Equipment
  • Search and Rescue (SAR) Operations
  • Emergency Procedures and Drills
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  • Firefighting equipment (hoses, extinguishers, BA sets)
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FAQ

The certificate(s) for STCW BST & AFF & PSCRB remain valid for 5 years.

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After successfully completing STCW BST & AFF & PSCRB Initial, the participant will be awarded the following certificate(s): STCW Basic Safety Training, STCW Advanced Fire Fighting & STCW Survival Craft and Rescue Boats, other than Fast Rescue Boats.

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