Organization of Abandon Ship Drills and Operation of Survival Craft and Rescue Boats, their Launching Appliances and Arrangements, and their Equipment, including Survival Radio Equipment, Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRB), SARTs, Immersion Suits, and Thermal Protective Aids (TPAs)

This course provides comprehensive training in planning and conducting abandon-ship drills and in the safe operation of survival craft and rescue boats. Students learn the use of launching appliances, on-board arrangements, and associated equipment, including survival radios, EPIRBs, SARTs, immersion suits, and thermal protective aids (TPAs). The course emphasizes practical skills, emergency coordination, crew leadership, and the ability to respond effectively during real abandon-ship situations to maximize safety and survivability.