Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities (PSSR)
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The maritime industry presents unique challenges for those living and working at sea. Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities (PSSR) is a critical component of maritime safety training, ensuring that seafarers understand emergency procedures, pollution prevention, safe working practices, effective communication, and human relations on board ships.
This course is designed to equip new and experienced seafarers with the necessary skills to operate safely in a shipboard environment, ensuring compliance with STCW regulations and international safety standards. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of hazard awareness, teamwork, and personal responsibility, allowing them to contribute effectively to a safe and professional working culture at sea.
Through interactive sessions, real-world case studies, and practical exercises, this training provides the knowledge and confidence required to navigate the unique challenges of shipboard life while promoting safety, well-being, and operational efficiency.
Course Outline
Shipboard Emergency Procedures
- Definition of shipboard emergencies and types of incidents:
- Collisions
- Fire outbreaks
- Foundering and flooding
- Ingress of water
- Understanding and implementing ship contingency plans.
- Shipboard alarm systems and response actions.
- Personal protective equipment used in emergencies.
- Importance of training, drills, and emergency procedures.
- Use of escape routes and internal communication systems.
