MCA Efficient Deck Hand
Course
In Glasgow
Description
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Type
Course
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Location
Glasgow (Scotland)
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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.
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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