Personal Safety and Social Responsibility

Course details

This course forms part of the mandatory basic safety training for all sea farers assigned safety or pollution prevention duties.

Assessment: Continuous assessment achieved by exercise questions and individual or group participation.

Accreditation: Department of Transport Approved and Full CMSE Training Certification

Course Objectives

The Personal Safety & Social Responsibility (PSSR) course forms part of the mandatory basic offshore safety training for all sea farers assigned safety or pollution prevention duties. Its objectives are to give basic induction training in safety procedures and accident prevention and to familiarise personnel with the employment conditions and working environment on board vessels.

Target Audience

New recruits and prospective sea farers. Also people who wish to gain a better knowledge of ships working before they board a ship.

Course Contents

• Complying with emergency procedures
• Taking precautions to prevent pollution of the marine environment
• Observing safe working practices
• Understanding orders and being understood in relation to shipboard duties
• Contributing to effective human relationship on board ship