Deckhand Training Course
Gain mastery over fundamental deckhand competencies for coastal cargo vessels, encompassing mooring operations, watchkeeping, PPE protocols, winch maintenance, painting tasks, and safety checklists. Acquire the confidence to work effectively on deck, mitigate risks proficiently, and adhere to professional maritime standards right from your first day aboard the vessel.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Deckhand Training Course equips you with essential practical skills to operate safely and effectively on a 110m coastal cargo vessel. You will master clear chains of command, watchkeeping duties, onboard communication protocols, safe mooring procedures, proper PPE usage, and emergency response strategies. Additionally, develop hands-on maintenance expertise for winches, handrails, rust treatment, and painting, while utilising daily checklists, documentation, and risk assessments to minimise incidents and uphold professional maritime standards.
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Develop skills
- Professional deckhand responsibilities: perform watchkeeping, submit accurate reports, and maintain clear communication.
- Safe mooring practices: manage ropes effectively, steer clear of snap-back zones, and respond swiftly during emergencies.
- Deck safety essentials: utilise PPE correctly, conduct risk assessments, and report near-misses on every shift.
- Basic marine maintenance: scrape surfaces, treat rust, and apply paint to handrails meeting professional benchmarks.
- Winch maintenance proficiency: examine, clean, lubricate, and test mooring winches in a secure manner.
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