Daughtercraft Coxswain

OVERVIEW

This course is designed to meet the Daughtercraft coxswain training and development requirements for ERRV crew-members..

STRUCTURE

The course is a combination of theoretical and practical sessions. Delegates are assessed continuously during the course. Certain aspects of the course are of a physical nature and may include lifting, climbing and pulling. Delegates must declare at course commencement any pre-existing medical condition that could be exacerbated by, or impair their ability to complete the training programme. For certain medical conditions, delegates must have undergone a medical since being diagnosed.

CONTENT

The syllabus focuses on: Daughtercraft handling techniques International regulations for the prevention of collision at sea Introduction to chartwork, buoyage, chart symbols and abbreviations Preparation, launch and recovery of the daughtercraft Use of navigation aids such as Radar, GPS and VHF Radio

DURATION

5 Day(s)

PREREQUISITES

Attendance on this training course is open to delegates who: Are in possession of a valid FRC Coxswain Certificate and three months sea time as an FRC Coxswain Have successfully completed a mandatory Pre-Course Learning Programme that includes regulations and buoyage

TARGET AUDIENCE

This course is designed to meet the training requirements for an ERRV Daughtercraft coxswain.

CERTIFICATION

An OPITO approved certificate will be awarded to delegates who successfully complete the training and assessment.

REVALIDATION

Valid for three years and revalidated through the OODTP at sea.

VENUE

Held at Petrofac Training Services Quay, North Esplanade East, Aberdeen.

ITEMS TO BRING

Pre-course learning material. Delegates must present photographic ID at the start of the course. Accepted forms are government issued photographic identification, e.g. passport or driving licence.

HEALTH PREREQUISITE

All candidates will be asked to complete a standard medical questionnaire prior to course commencement.

DATES

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