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LEADERS from various international #maritime administrations agree that Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping (𝐒𝐓𝐂𝐖)-𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐛𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞𝐝 with a focus on skills applicable only to actual seafaring tasks. "We should modernize the skills and competencies under the #STCW training. Obsolete competencies that are no longer used onboard should be removed such as celestial navigation and flag signals. We are responsible [for their training] and should impart to them the right kind of skills to succeed in this profession. These should be skill-based and more applicable to the real-world situation on #ships," Capt. Mahyar Jokhi, gas manager of INTERTANKO, said, adding that too much training puts a lot of pressure on #seafarers.

What is STCW? STCW stands for Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers. This standard was adopted by the International Conference on Training and Certification of Seafarers and entered into force in 1984, 40 years ago. It was the first standard to establish basic requirements on training, certification and watchkeeping for seafarers on an international level. Previously the standards were established by individual governments, usually without reference to practices in other countries. As a result, standards and procedures varied widely, even though shipping is a hugely international industry. We offer a wide range of STCW courses, including initial and refresher training – some certificates need renewing after five years to maintain competence. All our STCW provision is accredited by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency and we are audited regularly to ensure compliance. To find out more about our STCW courses, go to https://lnkd.in/eyYNY2zQ #STCW #MCA #seafarertraining #mandatorytraining #nautical #maritime

What is STCW? STCW stands for Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers. This standard was adopted by the International Conference on Training and Certification of Seafarers and entered into force in 1984, 40 years ago. It was the first standard to establish basic requirements on training, certification and watchkeeping for seafarers on an international level. Previously the standards were established by individual governments, usually without reference to practices in other countries. As a result, standards and procedures varied widely, even though shipping is a hugely international industry. We offer a wide range of STCW courses, including initial and refresher training – some certificates need renewing after five years to maintain competence. All our STCW provision is accredited by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency and we are audited regularly to ensure compliance. To find out more about our STCW courses, go to https://lnkd.in/eGgDn97Y #STCW #MCA #seafarertraining #mandatorytraining #nautical #maritime

The IMO Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping (HTW) have agreed on a roadmap for the comprehensive review of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) and the accompanying STCW Code. The STCW Convention establishes basic requirements on training, certification and watchkeeping for seafarers on an international level. The comprehensive review aims to adapt existing global standards to reflect new trends, developments and challenges in the maritime sector. https://bit.ly/3I16JFv Via IMO

🚨 Important Notice – Gulf Coast Maritime Academy Courses 🚨 The U.S. Coast Guard has discovered that between January 2018 and November 2023, several courses provided by Gulf Coast Maritime Academy (GCMA) in Tampa, FL, failed to meet the required practical training standards, specifically for live firefighting exercises. As a result, the following courses are no longer Coast Guard-approved, and certificates issued during this period are invalid: Basic Firefighting Basic Firefighting Refresher Basic Firefighting Revalidation STCW Basic Training Affected mariners who took Basic Firefighting or STCW Basic Training must retake the courses or submit a Basic Firefighting Refresher or Revalidation course by October 1, 2025, to retain their endorsements. Mariners who attended refresher or revalidation courses during this time are not required to take further action but will be notified for awareness. The NMC will contact mariners directly via email, phone, or physical mail to provide further instructions. If you attended any of these courses, keep an eye on your inbox and postal mail. ⚠️ Failure to take action by October 1, 2025, may result in the removal of endorsements related to these courses from your Merchant Mariner Credential. For more information, contact the NMC Compliance Investigations Branch at: 📞 (304) 433-3466 📧 MCFTF@uscg.mil For help navigating this process, reach out to Mariner Consulting Services: 📧 info@MMLCS.com 📞 (360) 589-9667

Outstanding chance to revisit flight safety fundamentals and regulatory requirements! #vale #corporateaviation #aviation #executiveaviation

Maneuvering heavy vehicles in busy project sites can be challenging, which is why having trained, capable flagmen is crucial to ensuring traffic safety and minimizing accidents. A flagman is a worker who directs and controls traffic by providing accurate direction to drivers at locations where permanent signage is missing or does not sufficiently control the road. Velosi Flagman Training course is designed to equip participants with a comprehensive set of common traffic signals, provide guidance on their practical applications in real life circumstances, and teach them methods for resolving difficult maneuvering scenarios. 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 & 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫: https://lnkd.in/eN6WBPuk #FlagmanTraining #TrafficSafety #HeavyVehicleManeuvering #ConstructionSites #TrafficControl #SafetyTraining #VelosiAIMS #WorkplaceSafety #TrafficSignals #SafetyProcedures #AccidentPrevention #ProfessionalDevelopment #RoadSafety #ConstructionSafety #TrafficManagement #SafetyFirst #TrainingCourse #SafetyStandards #FlaggingOperations #FlagmanSkills

Tugs have an important role to play in port and harbour operations and are extremely powerful vessels used to assist the movement and manoeuvring of other vessels. Following the tragic girting and capsize of the tug Biter, the MAIB have made recommendations for Competent and Statutory Harbour Authorities (“CHA”) to implement the following: 1. Ensure that all tugs working within a CHA/SHA’s jurisdiction are fitted with automatic recognition systems so that their movements can be recognised. 2. Ensure there is better allocation of tugs so that they are capable of doing the job at hand. 3. Encourage pilot / tug information exchanges prior to and during manoeuvring so that there is common understanding as to how arrivals and departures are handled. SHAs are responsible for managing marine activities within their waters and jurisdiction. Under the Pilotage Act 1987 a CHA is required to authorise persons to act as pilots and to ensure that they have the necessary skill and experience for the role as well as determine which pilotage services should be offered within the port or harbour. The MAIB found that there was a breakdown in communication between the Master/Pilot and the Master of tug Biter, which resulted in the tugs manoeuvring being unexpected and not as planned. It is hoped that the recommendations above will prevent this situation arising again and protect against potential loss of lives. #LAMarine #ports #harbours #regulations #maritimelaw #harbourauthorities #tugs

🚨 Important Notice – Gulf Coast Maritime Academy Courses 🚨 The U.S. Coast Guard has discovered that between January 2018 and November 2023, several courses provided by Gulf Coast Maritime Academy (GCMA) in Tampa, FL, failed to meet the required practical training standards, specifically for live firefighting exercises. As a result, the following courses are no longer Coast Guard-approved, and certificates issued during this period are invalid: Basic Firefighting Basic Firefighting Refresher Basic Firefighting Revalidation STCW Basic Training Affected mariners who took Basic Firefighting or STCW Basic Training must retake the courses or submit a Basic Firefighting Refresher or Revalidation course by October 1, 2025, to retain their endorsements. Mariners who attended refresher or revalidation courses during this time are not required to take further action but will be notified for awareness. The NMC will contact mariners directly via email, phone, or physical mail to provide further instructions. If you attended any of these courses, keep an eye on your inbox and postal mail. ⚠️ Failure to take action by October 1, 2025, may result in the removal of endorsements related to these courses from your Merchant Mariner Credential. For more information, contact the NMC Compliance Investigations Branch at: 📞 (304) 433-3466 📧 MCFTF@uscg.mil For help navigating this process, reach out to Mariner Consulting Services: 📧 info@MMLCS.com 📞 (360) 589-9667