Deck Rating Skill Training (DRST)

Duration: 6 Days
Maximum Intake: As per classroom capacity
Prerequisites: None

Overview

This course develops essential skills required for deck ratings to safely perform onboard duties. It covers seamanship, watchkeeping, safety systems, cargo operations, and basic workshop skills relevant to deck operations.

Course Objectives

• Apply safe working practices onboard
• Understand permit-to-work systems
• Perform bridge watchkeeping duties
• Carry out seamanship and mooring tasks
• Assist in cargo and deck operations

Course Content / Key Topics

• Hazard identification and risk assessment
• Life-saving and fire-fighting systems
• Bridge watchkeeping and lookout duties
• Seamanship and mooring operations
• Cargo operations and ISPS requirements
• Basic carpentry, plumbing, and tool use
• Electrical safety and power tools
• Social responsibility onboard

Training Methodology

• Classroom instruction
• Practical demonstrations

Who Should Attend

• Deck ratings
• Entry-level seafarers