Training & Certification for

Maritime Man Overboard

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Two Different Types of Trainings

Whether you want training and certification in as little as two hours with our online training or a more robust, customizable option like you get with our DIY training kits or on-site training, we can help you get the training certificate you need in the way you want it and at a price you can afford.

Online Training

Online is for those who prefer self-paced training from any location or for employers who need to assign and monitor employee training progress and exam scores. Online training is also eligible for bulk pricing discounts for groups of 16+ trainees.
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Training Kits

The kit is for those who want to do the training themselves. It’s a reusable training presentation that is used to train groups of people all at one time in one location. If you need to train a trainer to use the kit we offer a train the trainer online course.
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What's in the Training?

Our Maritime Man Overboard training course is Canada compliant, and our online version fulfills Canada’s classroom training requirement.

This presentation includes intermittent practice quiz questions to prepare for the final written exam included with the course. In addition to the written exam, this course also includes a checklist for employers to use when administering a practical exam.

Though you will still need to familiarize yourself with all other applicable federal, state, provincial, territorial, and local standards, this training encompasses the following standards:

Canada Standards

  • SOR 93(1) – Emergency Procedures
  • SOR 93(2) – Training
  • SOR 144 – Fall Protection Systems
  • SOR 147 – Protection Against Drowning
  • SOLAS 3 – Life-Saving Appliances and Arrangements

Why Do I Need Training?

In line with regulations, crew members aboard commercial vessels must receive training to ensure that employees know what to do in the event of an emergency with a man overboard.

When it comes to refresher training, the standards in some instances are very specific: employees must be re-evaluated every three years to see if they still understand and can adhere to the standards and proper safety. Best practices say to apply this same rule to all types of training. A so-called “free-pass” cannot be awarded based on experience, age, or time on the job. The extent of the evaluation is to be determined by the employer but should include a written and practical examination that prove continued competency.
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Did You Know?

Vessel disasters are the number one killer of commercial fishermen.

Under the STCW, it is acceptable for a seafarer to work up to 98 hours a week.

The first civilian helicopter hoist rescue was performed by Dimitry Viner near Fairfield, Connecticut on November 29, 1945.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you survive going overboard?

Survival rates for a man overboard depend on previous preparation. If the seafarers are prepared with proper equipment and have done drills, then the likelihood of rescuing a man overboard increases because of the decreased reaction time.

What equipment is needed in a man overboard situation?

Personal floatation devices are a necessity. Different types of vessels will require different personal floatation devices depending on specific standards. There are many different types of equipment needed depending on the type of vessel. For example, vessels that operate in the arctic will have slightly different equipment and procedures due to the freezing temperatures.

What are the regulations on drills?

Employers are required to run drills at least once per month. This helps to ensure that those on the vessel are properly prepared in the case of a real emergency.
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