STCW Basic Safety Training (BST) certification is mandatory for anyone wishing to work aboard merchant ships or professional yachts. It meets the requirements of the STCW convention (Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers). Course content: * Survival techniques at sea (PST): Learn essential actions in case of abandoning ship, use of survival equipment (lifejacket, raft), sea survival drills. * Fire prevention and firefighting (FPFF): Theory on fire hazards onboard a

YachtieCareers on Instagram: "⚓ What is STCW — and why do you need it to work on superyachts? If you want to start a career as a Yacht Stewardess or Deckhand, the first mandatory step is getting your STCW certification. STCW = Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping. It’s the international safety qualification required for ALL yacht crew, no matter where in the world you work. Why you need STCW to get hired: ✔ It’s legally required to work at sea ✔ You learn fire fighting & sea sur

STCW Basic Training

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