Australian Maritime College (AMC Search)
3 days total (5 hours online + 2 days on-campus practical)
This AMSA-approved course refreshes Chief Integrated Rating Certificate holders' competency in sea survival and firefighting through combined online theory and practical training. Designed for maritime professionals maintaining their certification requirements.
Participants must hold a valid AMSA-issued Chief Integrated Rating Certificate with qualifying sea service. Qualifying sea service requires at least 12 months in total during the preceding 5 years before application, or 3 months in total during the preceding 6 months prior to revalidation. A reasonable internet connection and webcam are required for the online theory component. Evidence of certificate must be provided upon enrollment.
The course is structured in two components. The online theory component (5 hours) covers four modules: Personal Survival Techniques, Certificate of Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (other than Fast Rescue Boats), Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting, and Advanced Fire Fighting. Each module includes assessment requiring 100% pass mark with unlimited attempts. The practical component spans two days: Day 1 focuses on survival skills including taking charge of survival craft, using locating devices and communication apparatus, and surviving at sea during ship abandonment. Day 2 covers firefighting operations including fighting and extinguishing fires, controlling fire-fighting operations aboard ships, organizing fire parties, and inspecting fire-detection and fire-extinguishing systems.
The Australian Maritime College is Australia's premier maritime training institution, approved by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA). AMC Search offers specialized maritime competency training with access to full mission bridge simulators, survival centers, and dedicated practical training facilities. The college combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience in realistic maritime environments, ensuring participants meet international STCW Code requirements.
This continued competence course enables Chief Integrated Rating Certificate holders to maintain their maritime credentials and continue working in senior operational roles aboard commercial vessels. Successful completion ensures compliance with AMSA and international maritime safety regulations, supporting career progression in maritime operations, vessel command, and senior deck/engine room positions.
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