STCW CFBS Initial (CFBS + EM1)

The STCW CFBS Initial (CFBS + EM1) course is a mandatory safety training program for anyone seeking employment on board a professional vessel under the French maritime system. Since the implementation of the Manila Amendments 2010 to the STCW code, all seafarers and professional yachtsmen must hold a STCW approved Basic Safety Training Certificate. The STCW CFBS, known as the Certificat de Formation de Base à la Sécurité, is the French equivalent of the STCW BST and is specifically required for French seafarers. This training is recognized and enforced by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and DIRM in France.

Our comprehensive STCW CFBS Initial (CFBS + EM1) training provides participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills to work safely on board a ship and respond effectively to a range of emergency situations. The course covers survival techniques, fire prevention and firefighting, first aid, and personal safety and social responsibilities. Upon successful completion, participants receive certification that is valid for five years. To maintain compliance, a CFBS Refresher course must be completed every five years to update knowledge and revalidate certification. For those who already hold a valid certificate and need to renew, we offer the CFBS Refresher course.

The training consists of both theoretical lessons and practical exercises, including the use of fire extinguishers and first aid equipment, ensuring participants are well-prepared for real-life scenarios at sea. The STCW CFBS Initial (CFBS + EM1) course is essential for anyone wishing to pursue a professional maritime career in France.

Our comprehensive STCW CFBS Initial (CFBS + EM1) training provides participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills to work safely on board a ship and respond effectively to a range of emergency situations. The course covers survival techniques, fire prevention and firefighting, first aid, and personal safety and social responsibilities. Upon successful completion, participants receive certification that is valid for five years. To maintain compliance, a CFBS Refresher course must be completed every five years to update knowledge and revalidate certification.

For those who already hold a valid certificate and need to renew, we offer the STCW CFBS + EM1 Refresher.