Standby Vessel Crew Fast Rescue Craft (FRC) Coxswain - Optio Approved
About this Course:
Aim of Course
This training is intended for seafarers who are required to take charge of a Fast Rescue Craft (FRC) in emergency situations
Validity of Certificate
Remains valid whilst a member of ongoing onboard development and training programme
Course Content
- Launch and recovery of FRC
- Handling of FRC in a seaway
- Rescuing and recovery of a casualty from the water
- Recovering a FRC
Personal Equipment Required
- 1 pair of cotton overalls
- 1 change of clothing
- 1 pair of safety boots/shoes
- Personal Wash kit
- Waterproof clothing
- 1 pair of clean old trainers (these may get wet)
- Gloves
- Your in date ITSO and FRC Boatman certificates and your Discharge Book
Please also bring with you your in-date ITSO and FRC Boatman Certificates and photographic proof of identity such as passport/Driving Licence/Discharge Book. Failure to comply with this requirement will lead to a delay in the issue of Certificates
Medical Declaration
Attention is drawn to the fact that parts of the course are of a physical nature. You will be required to complete a medical declaration when you attend your course. An Oil & Gas UK (Formally UKOOA) Medical is required prior to travelling offshore however is not compulsory to attend the course. For an up to date list of Doctors providing this service visit the Oil & Gas UK website as http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/issues/health/doctors.cfm and click on your nearest town. Alternatively please ring the RS Occupational health on 0870 0503456 who will be happy to provide you with UKOOA/Oil & Gas UK registered Doctors in you area.
Entry Requirements:
In date Standby Vessel Crew Initial Training Shipboard Operation (ITSO) certificate, AND In date Standby Vessel Crew Fast Rescue Craft (FRC) Boatman certificate, AND 3 months sea-time as a boatman
How to Apply
To confirm course availability, or if you require further information, please contact the Admin Office on (01253) 779123 or E-mail: offshore@blackpool.ac.uk
Course Instances:
| Course Code | Start Date** | Duration | Tuition Fees | Location | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OE1EC02 | TBC | 4.5 Days | £830 | Fleetwood Nautical Campus | Full Time |
IMPORTANT – Please note the following Cancellations Policy
All fees are strictly non-refundable except when the College cancels the course.
If you are unable to attend your course and have to cancel, the Company/Delegate may be able to transfer to another available date. All transfer requests must be received in writing by FOSC no later than 5 working days prior to the commencement date of the course. Due to loss of business experienced by FOSC, email cancellations during the weekend period are strictly not acceptable for courses that commence on a Monday or Tuesday.
Company delegates that fail to attend on the commencement date of the course and have not provided 5 working days written notice will be invoiced the full course fee.Private delegates that fail to attend and have not provided 5 working days written notice will be charged the full course fee, no course transfer date will be processed and their payment will be lost.
All second transfer requests incur a £50.00 administration fee. Companies who cancel their course booking and do not wish to transfer will be invoiced a £50.00 cancellation fee, Delegates who have made multiple transfers (3+) and fail to attend without the required prior notice in writing will be charged a relevant fee at the discretion of FOSC. Please check the above information and contact us if you have any queries.
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