Refresher Training Course in Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats (STCW) (FRB-R)

The aim of the course is to enable seafarers to demonstrate continued proficiency in the operation of Fast Rescue Boats/Craft in accordance with STCW Section A-VI/2, paragraph 11. This course meets the requirements of Transport Canada’s REF-FRC, and is a Transport Canada approved course.

Location
47 Bremigens Blvd. Paradise, NL

    • Safety principles

    • FRB Operations

    • Maneuvering FRB

    • Capsize and Recovery

    • Search Patterns and Rescue


    Simulation-Based Practical Training Exercises

    • Perform Pre-Launch and Pre-Recovery Checks

    • Operate a Launching Davit and Manage a Painter

    • Launch and Recover a FRB from a Vessel

    • Steer visually and by Compass

    • Execute a Search Pattern

    • Recover a Person-in-Water

    • Tow Liferafts and other Vessels

    • Pace another Vessel

    • Operate under a Helicopter

    • Emergency Radio Communications

    • 6 ½ hours / per candidate

    • 3 ½  hours of lecture

    • 2 ½  hours of simulation exercises / per candidate

    • ½   hour in-water pool session

  • Five (5) Years

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