Introduction to Safety

Module Outline:
GMDSS
Describe the means by which navigational warnings are provided to ships at sea using Global Marine Distress and Safety System.
Explain how to obtain and apply navigational warnings.
Explain the relative advantages of VHF, SSB, wireless telephone and satellite communications.
List the important VHF channels and their uses for vessels.
Use the Admiralty List of Radio Signals and GMDSS.
Explain the operation of Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRB).
Describe how vessel traffic services (VTS) operate and where to find the necessary information.
 
SAFETY
How to communicate with other persons on board on elementary safety matters and understand safety information symbols, signs and alarm signals.
Know what to do if:

• A person falls overboard,
• Fire or smoke is detected, or
• The fire or abandon ship alarm is sounded.

How to identify muster and embarkation stations and emergency  escape routes.
Locate and don life jackets.
How to raise the alarm and have basic knowledge of the use of portable fire extinguishers.
How to take immediate action upon encountering an accident or other medical emergency before seeking further medical assistance on board.
Know how to close and open the fire, weathertight and watertight doors fitted in a ship other than those for hull openings.
Know how to survive at sea in the event of ship abandonment.
Know how to comply with emergency procedures.
Know how to take precautions to prevent pollution of the marine environment.
Know how to observe safe working practices.
Know how to contribute to effective communications on board ships.
Know how to contribute to effective human relationships on board ships.
Understand and know how to take necessary actions to control fatigue.

Learning Outcomes:
Basic knowledge of subjects, methodology and their practice
Ability to identify, understand, apply and evaluate.
The student possesses qualities required by the STCW code, content of the Safety Familiarisation training.
The student is provided with the necessary technical knowledge for general insight in the use of telecommunication equipment.