Entry requirements
No formal entry requirements.
Why take this course?
This is one of the basic safety training courses that are required by all commercial fishermen.The course covers basic health and safety issues and safety practices in a dangerous working environment.
What you will experience
- The dangers of the job and which skills are required to operate safely on board
- Guidelines on accident prevention
- Safety equipment/clothing
- Understanding orders and on board communications – language, roles and responsibilities
Application information
Candidates are assessed throughout the course and sit a multiple choice paper in the final session.
Progression & ancillary courses
Other Seafish mandatory safety courses
Student Stories
Simon Allen
Maritime
HNC Nautical Science
“I would absolutely recommend studying at the SMA. The staff and lecturers are always approachable and helpful even when they are very busy juggling tight schedules. My blended learning co-ordinator deserves an award herself for her dedication to monitoring and co-ordinating my study program!”
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Craig McGowan
Maritime
Deck Officer Class 2 (Fishing)
“I’ve attended the Scottish Maritime Academy for almost 6 months to complete my Class 2 Deck Officer Fishing course. It is a long time to be away from my family in Kirkcudbright but I have really enjoyed the course and have been given lots of help by tutors and staff.”
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James Stephen
Maritime
ECDIS IMO Model Course 1.27
“I have just undertaken the ECDIS course and I’m hoping to return to the Scottish Maritime Academy to enrol onto the Class 1 Deck Officer (Fishing) course.”
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Jamie McKeown
Maritime
Trainee Deckhand
“I’ve just completed the 12-week trainee deckhand course which is ideal for new entrants. I have enjoyed the course, the tutors are great and the course will definitely help me get my first berth.”
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Jason Thornton
Maritime
Deck Officer Class 2 (Fishing)
“I am studying for my Deck Officer Class 2 Fishing and although far from home (Orkney) and a big commitment, it’s been a good experience. Classes are small and there’s been lots of tutor support. I would highly recommend SMA to future seafarers.”
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Stephen John Duthie
Maritime
Oral Examination Preparation
“I’m attending a preparation course for my oral exam and really appreciate having a local College on my door step.”
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