STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities (PSSR)

At FMTC Safety, we are dedicated to enhancing safety and productivity in the maritime working environment. Our Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities (PSSR) course is designed to provide mariners with the essential knowledge and skills necessary to ensure safety and prevent accidents while working aboard a vessel. This comprehensive training familiarizes licensed mariners with critical safety procedures and promotes an understanding of the importance of good communication, safety drills, and accident prevention.

The PSSR course is designed for any applicant who has successfully completed the Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities training. It satisfies the standards of competence required by 46 CFR 11.302(a)(4) and 12.602(a)(4), as well as the STCW Code Section A-VI/1 and Table A-VI/1-4, as amended in 2010 meeting the National Assessment Guidelines from NVIC 08-14(Ch-1) Tasks 5.1.A through 9.1.A inclusive; NVICs 12-14 (Ch-3) and 02-18 Task 19.4; and NVIC 13-14 (Ch-2) Task 13.4.A. This course is essential for all seafarers engaged in any capacity on board a ship with designated safety or pollution prevention duties.

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• Timetable:0.5 day(s)
• Certification:Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities (PSSR)

The primary goal of the PSSR course is to enhance maritime safety by instilling basic knowledge and skills relevant to safety procedures and accident prevention. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of various safety protocols and how to effectively implement them in their daily work routines. By the end of the course, mariners will be well-prepared to handle emergency situations, prevent maritime pollution, and maintain good human relationships on board.

Key objectives include understanding and practicing emergency response protocols, learning regulations and procedures for preventing marine pollution, and developing good communication skills to ensure clear and effective interaction among crew members. Additionally, participants will engage in safety drills, become familiar with the use of safety equipment, foster good human relationships to enhance teamwork and prevent accidents, and identify signs of fatigue to implement measures to control it.

In a more detailed view, the PSSR course will cover:

• Emergency Procedures and Safety Drills: Practicing emergency drills to ensure readiness and familiarizing with the use and maintenance of safety equipment.
• Pollution Prevention: Understanding the rules and procedures for preventing pollution of the marine environment.
• Safe Working Practices: Observing safe working practices to minimize risks and enhance safety.
• Human Relationships: Building good working relationships to improve teamwork and communication on board.
• Fatigue Management: Recognizing and controlling fatigue to maintain optimal performance and safety.

Join the Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities (PSSR) course at FMTC Safety to enhance your maritime safety skills and knowledge. Our comprehensive training will equip you with the essential tools to ensure safety and productivity on board. Book your spot today and be prepared to handle your maritime duties with confidence and competence.