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STCW BST & AFF & PSCRB & PFRB Refresher

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STCW BST & AFF & PSCRB & PFRB Refresher stands for the mandatory refresher training in Basic Safety Training, Advanced Fire Fighting, Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats, and Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats. This training is required every five years for seafarers with designated safety or pollution-prevention duties, including deck and engine crew, officers, stewards, and those assigned to operate or command lifeboats, rescue boats, or fast rescue boats on seagoing vessels.

Certification

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

Duration

5 days

Validity

5 years

Prerequistes

A valid maritime medical certificate
A valid STCW Basic Safety Training certificate (< 5 years old)
A valid STCW Advanced Fire Fighting certificate (< 5 years old)
A valid STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft certificate (< 5 years old)
A valid STCW Proficiency in Fast Rescue certificate (< 5 years old)

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 & PFRB Refresher

The STCW BST & AFF & PSCRB & PFRB Refresher course is designed for seafarers who need to renew their mandatory safety certifications in accordance with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW). This comprehensive refresher covers four essential modules: Basic Safety Training (BST) Refresher, Advanced Fire Fighting (AFF) Refresher, Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (PSCRB) Refresher, and Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats (PFRB) Refresher. The training is approved by the national flagstate and ensures that all participants meet the latest international maritime safety standards.

Our refresher training is required every five years for all seafarers with designated safety or pollution-prevention duties, including deck and engine crew, stewards, officers, and operational staff. The Advanced Fire Fighting component is specifically aimed at officers and crew with direct responsibility for fire fighting operations, while the PSCRB and PFRB modules are essential for those assigned to operate survival craft or fast rescue boats. Each module focuses on practical skills, ensuring participants are fully prepared to respond to emergencies at sea.

To enroll, participants must present a valid ID or passport, medical certificate, seafarer’s book, and proof of previous STCW certification for BST, AFF, PSCRB, and PFRB. Eligibility for the refresher is based on holding a valid Certificate of Competency (CoC) or demonstrating sufficient recent sea service. Upon successful completion, a new certificate valid for five years is issued, with the validity period calculated from the expiry date of the previous certificate. All documentation must be verified by our customer support team prior to enrollment to ensure compliance with STCW requirements.

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
  • Introduction to Fast Rescue Boats
  • Launching and Recovery
  • FRB Operation and Handling
  • Search and Rescue Techniques
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Maintenance and Inspection
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The certificate(s) for STCW BST & AFF & PSCRB & PFRB Refresher remain valid for 5 years.

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

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