Safety Officer (Maritime)

Course Goal: This course aims to provide an understanding of the duties and responsibility of a Ship Safety Officer.

Who is the course for?

Any personnel taking on the duties of a Ship Safety Officer or Safety Representative including Ship Officers / HQSE Managers / Training Managers, and Engine and Deck Department Supervisors.

Is previous experience required?

Those eligible to perform duties as “Ship Safety Officer” or a “Safety Representative”, are limited to crew members who have no less than 2 years consecutive sea service since attaining the age of 18, which in the case of a safety representative on board a tanker shall include at least 6 months service on such a ship.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with an awareness level knowledge of the requirements of STCW Table A-II/2 and A-III/2. Please note: This is not a flag-approved course and does not carry any STCW endorsements. 

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring personnel have an awareness level knowledge of the requirements of STCW Table A-II/3 and A-III/2. Please note: THis is not a flag approved course and does not carry any STCW endorsements.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• MCA Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seamen

• STCW Tables A-II/2 and A-III/2 

• IMO Model Course 3.11

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.