MCA Efficient Deck Hand

Course

In Glasgow

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    Glasgow (Scotland)

  • Start date

    Different dates available

This is an MCA approved practical training course required by all deck ratings wishing to progress to the rank of Able Bodied Seaman. It's also a mandatory requirement for the issue of an Officer of the Watch Certificate of Competency. 

Facilities

Location

Start date

Glasgow (Glasgow City)
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21 Thistle Street, G5 9XB

Start date

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Course programme

  • Six months seagoing service in a deck capacity; AND

  • Valid medical certificate; AND

  • Four basic STCW 95 certificates (firefighting, first aid, PST,PSSR); AND

  • Watchkeeping / steering certificate.



Using a combination of practical bench work, interactive activities and multimedia.

  • General Practical Seamanship Duties.

  • Handling and Splicing of Wire and Rope.

  • Anchoring and Mooring.

  • Cargo Hatches.

  • Rigging Gangways, Pilot Ladders and a Bosun's Chair.

  • Enclosed Spaces.

  • Understanding of Code of Safe Working Practice.

MCA Efficient Deck Hand

Price on request