Advanced Training for Masters and Chief Mates of Ships Operating in Polar Waters

The training is carried out in accordance with Regulations I/11, V/4 of the STCW Convention, as amended

Sections A-I/11 (para. 4), A-1/12, A-V/4 (Table A-V/4-2), B-1/12 (para. 68-70), B-V/g of the STCW Code
The course is designed to:
– understand the basic requirements for structure, stability and subdivisions, machinery, life-saving appliances, fire protection, voyage planning, vessel routing, navigation systems and equipment, radio communications, pollution prevention equipment, and liability and safety management systems, as they relate to the various types and sizes of vessels that may navigate in polar waters;
– the ability to facilitate the safe operation of vessels operating in polar waters;
– understand ice characteristics and the zones where different types of ice can be expected in the operating area;
– understand vessel operations in ice and low air temperature conditions;
– understand the safe operation and maneuverability of the vessel in ice;
– develop awareness for monitoring and ensuring compliance with legal requirements;
– understand the application of safe working practices and emergency response;
– understand and appreciate proper crew training, working conditions, and safety;
– understand the need to ensure compliance with pollution prevention and environmental hazard prevention requirements, as well as
– understand the skills required to perform maneuvers for the safe operation of ships in polar waters.

To register for a training course, you must provide copies of the following documents:

1. Ukrainian passport (1st, 2nd, 3d page and registration), or ID card (pages 1 and 2 and extract), or permanent/temporary residence permit;

2. Taxpayer registration number (VAT identification number) / (formerly identification number)

3. Working diploma with confirmation (for cadets: certificate from an educational institution, or cadet ticket, or record book);

4. Seaman’s identity card (1 page and last voyage);

5. Ukrainian passport for travel abroad (1 page);

6. Medical certificate;

6. Photo 3×4.