AS Safety and Sea Survival
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Course information
The course includes a practical wet drill where candidates will become familiar with the deployment and use of a life raft, flare detonation in a controlled environment and theory sessions which should greatly enhance the chances of survival in the event of an emergency at sea.
OBJECTIVES
To obtain a Safety and Sea Survival Course Certificate of Competence for cat 1 and recommended for cat 2 races. SSSC is valid for 5 years from the date of the course. Course will deliver theory but encourages discussion of strategies for coping with emergencies at sea. Course will familiarize students with safety equipment, its purpose, deployment and use.
Course Overview
The Safety & Sea Survival (SSS) course involves classroom presentations & learning activities, and practical exercises in the use of liferafts, inflatable lifejackets & distress flares. Of 16 hrs duration the course is usually delivered over 2 full-days and is facilitated by Safety & Sea Survival Instructors at approved Training Centres. The maximum teaching ratio for this course is 20 students to 1 SSS Instructor (in the classroom) with a reduced ratio of 10:1 for pool sessions. Practical exercises are usually conducted in heated public swimming pools, but may be conducted in clean and enclosed salt-water pools and Marinas providing the water is clean, the temperature is at least 15oC, and all associated risks have been managed.
Course Prerequisites
Nil
Who should do this course?
This Course assists offshore skippers and crews in developing awareness of respective responsibilities. To offer and discuss practical strategies for coping with emergencies at sea. To familiarise skippers and crews with safety and emergency equipment, its purpose, deployment, and use. This course is also suitable for cruisers or those wanting to learn more about safety on the water.
Course Outcome
You will gain a Safety and Sea Survival Qualification Certificate as required for Category 1 and Category 2 races. This certificate is valid for 5 years from the date of the course.