Introduces the essential safety knowledge required before working on a vessel. This theory-based module prepares crew members and divers for safe operations at sea by building a strong understanding of onboard safety procedures, emergency response, and survival principles.
This section covers the theoretical component only. Practical skills and assessments are completed onsite at The Academy.
Key areas covered include:
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Categories of vessels and what they are used for
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Common nautical terms and basic onboard communication
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Safety equipment used on vessels, including:
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Life jackets and flotation aids
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Fire extinguishers
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Visual distress signalling equipment
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The importance of pre-departure safety checks
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Alcohol and drug policies on board
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Emergency procedures and how to respond to incidents at sea
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Basic first aid awareness
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Hypothermia: symptoms, risks, and prevention
By the end of this section, you will understand how safety systems work onboard, what to do in common emergency situations, and how to prepare for the practical survival-at-sea training completed onsite.
Course Features
- Lectures 20
- Quizzes 2
- Duration Lifetime access
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 222
- Certificate Yes
- Assessments Self
- 10 Sections
- 20 Lessons
- Lifetime
- Introduction to Pre-Sea1
- Safety familiarization
Objective: Understand key safety expectations and basic vessel awareness for safe conduct at sea.
Knowledge: Explain crucial safety tips, vessel categories, and common nautical terms used on board.
Skills: Apply correct terminology and safety awareness to demonstrate operational readiness.
3 - Safety equipment on board
Objective: Identify safety equipment on board and understand correct use during emergencies.
Knowledge: Explain life-jackets/flotation aids, fire extinguishers, and visual distress equipment.
Skills: Apply correct safety equipment awareness and response actions during emergency scenarios.
4 - Pre-departure safety
Objective: Understand pre-departure safety requirements and procedures before going to sea.
Knowledge: Explain safety checks, embarking procedures, and steps required before departure.
Skills: Apply correct pre-departure procedures and safe readiness actions.
3 - Prohibited Substance use on Board a Vessel
Objective: Understand why alcohol and drugs are prohibited on vessels and how impairment increases risk.
Knowledge: Explain the risks of substance use at sea and relevant safety policies.
Skills: Apply responsible decision-making and safe conduct standards.
2 - Emergencies on board
Objective: Identify emergencies that may occur on board and understand correct response priorities.
Knowledge: Explain common on-board emergencies and the importance of rapid reporting and action.
Skills: Apply safe emergency response thinking and follow reporting procedures.
1 - Basic First-Aid
Objective: Apply basic first aid principles for common injuries and emergencies at sea.
Knowledge: Explain first aid procedures, bleeding and marine injuries, and casualty positioning.
Skills: Demonstrate correct first aid priorities and safe positioning actions.
3 - Hypothermia
Objective: Recognise hypothermia risks and apply prevention and response strategies.
Knowledge: Explain causes of hypothermia, prevention methods, and required equipment.
Skills: Apply correct prevention and response actions for cold exposure scenarios.
2 - Pre-Sea Assessment Quizzes
Objective: Demonstrate knowledge readiness through formative and summative assessments.
Knowledge: Explain key pre-sea safety procedures and emergency response requirements.
Skills: Apply correct decision-making to assessment questions and scenario-based tasks.
2 - Pre-Sea Practical Assessment
Objective: Demonstrate operational readiness and practical understanding of pre-sea safety requirements.
Knowledge: Explain practical safety expectations and procedures required before and during vessel operations.
Skills: Apply safe conduct and demonstrate readiness through practical assessment tasks.
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