Personal Survival Techniques (A-VI /1-1)

Personal Survival Techniques (PST)

• Certification: MCA
• Recognition: Worldwide
• STCW Compliance: A-VI/1-1
• Suitable For: All Crew
• Experience Level: No experience required
• Duration: 1 Day
• Certificate Validity: 5 years

Why This Course Matters

In an emergency, knowing how to abandon ship and survive matters most. This course trains you in life raft use, distress signals, cold water shock, and personal flotation equipment. A core part of the STCW Basic Safety Training, it is critical for all crew members working offshore, on yachts, or on commercial vessels.

Course Structure

Personal Survival Techniques (STCW A-VI/1-1)

Learn essential prevention and survival techniques through both theory and hands-on training. This includes distress signal protocols, lifejacket use, liferaft deployment, water entry, survival in rough conditions, and search and rescue coordination.

Useful Information

What’s Included

• Professional-grade sea survival equipment
• Comprehensive course materials
• Shower and towels
• Coffee station and snacks
• Free rescheduling up to 7 days before course start

Accommodation (available at additional cost)

• Shared and private rooms
• Includes breakfast
• Swimming pool
• Self-service laundry
• Full board meals available

Prerequisites

• Minimum age: 16 years old
• Language Requirement: A good level of spoken and written English is required, as all training and assessments are conducted in English