Training schedule

SDVBS (formerly MED A3). This is an Marine Emergency Duties boating safety course. It is the minimum safety training requirement for Owners, Operators and Crew on: - Commercial Vessels of 24 metres or less, engaged on a sheltered water voyage only; - Commercial Vessels of 18 metres or less engaged on a voyage in domestic waters; and, - Commercial Fishing vessels of 24 metres or less engaged on a voyage in domestic waters.

This is a TC approved ONLINE course for small vessel captains and crew. It covers minimum training for owners and operators of commercial vessels: Workboats and passenger vessels up to 5 GT (up to 8.5 meters in length), and fishing vessels of up to 15 GT (up to 12 meters in length), engaged on a Sheltered Waters or Near Coastal class 2 voyages (up to 25 Nautical Miles from shore).

This is a TC approved course for small vessel captains and crew. It covers minimum training for owners and operators of commercial vessels: Workboats and passenger vessels up to 5 GT (up to 8.5 meters in length), and fishing vessels of up to 15 GT (up to 12 meters in length), engaged on a Sheltered Waters or Near Coastal class 2 voyages (up to 25 Nautical Miles from shore).

SDV-BS (formerly MED A3) This is an ONLINE Marine Emergency Duties boating safety course. It is the minimum safety training requirement for Owners, Operators and Crew on: - Commercial Vessels of 24 meters or less, engaged on a sheltered water voyage only; - Commercial Vessels of 18 meters or less engaged on a voyage in domestic waters; and, - Commercial Fishing vessels of 24 meters or less engaged on a voyage in domestic waters. https://youtu.be/eP7hzV7pSrw

ROC-M is a one-day course for Operators and Crew on pleasure and/or commercial vessels operating in Canadian waters, within 25 miles of shore. This is required for SVOP, Master Limited 60 GT, and most Crew / Deckhand positions.

Domestic Vessel Safety (formerly MED A1/A2) is a Marine Emergency Duties safety training course for crew of commercial Vessels operating domestically (within Canada), on Sheltered Waters voyages, and Near Coastal Class 2 voyages. On All Commercial Vessels, Specifically: Passenger vessels 15 GT and over and/or carrying more than 12 passenger; Workboats of 15 GT and over; and Fishing Vessels

Chartwork & Pilotage Level 1 is a pre-requisite for: Master Limited, <60 GT. Fishing Master 4 Mate 150 GT Watchkeeping Mate, Fishing Vessel

Navigation Safety 1 is primarily based on the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at sea (ColRegs). This 6-Day course is for Master Limited, <60 GT; Fishing Master 4; and Master 150

ROC-MC is a 3-Day course for Masters and Watchkeepers on Commercial Cargo, Towing, Passengers, Fishing Vessels, and other compulsory fitted vessels operating in Canadian waters.

Domestic Vessel Safety (formerly MED A1/A2) is a Marine Emergency Duties safety training course for crew of commercial Vessels operating domestically (within Canada), on Sheltered Waters voyages, and Near Coastal Class 2 voyages. On All Commercial Vessels, Specifically: Passenger vessels 15 GT and over and/or carrying more than 12 passenger; Workboats of 15 GT and over; and Fishing Vessels

Chartwork & Pilotage Level 1 is a pre-requisite for: Master Limited, <60 GT. Fishing Master 4 Mate 150 GT Watchkeeping Mate, Fishing Vessel

Navigation Safety 1 is primarily based on the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at sea (ColRegs). This 6-Day course is for Master Limited, <60 GT; Fishing Master 4; and Master 150

Simulated Electronic Navigation Limited is an entry-level Electronic Navigation course. SEN-L is for: Master 150 GT, domestic Fishing Master 4 Mate 150 GT Mate 500 GT

This gives students an overview of ship terminology, hull types, safe handling and loading, and calculating Stability. Ship Construction & Stability 1 is a prerequisite for: - Fishing Master 4, - and as a Primer for high-level Stability courses needed for Master 150 and above.

ROC-MC is a 3-Day course for Masters and Watchkeepers on Commercial Cargo, Towing, Passengers, Fishing Vessels, and other compulsory fitted vessels operating in Canadian waters.

This refresher course is for MED STCW Basic Safety & MED STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft. It will renew these certificates and extend them for an additional 5 years.

The STCW Advanced Fire course (formerly known as MED B2 +C) is required for the following roles on vessels: - Officers and senior ratings who will lead a shipboard fire party. - Leaders of fire control teams during onboard fire incidents. - Officers and crew designated to oversee firefighting operations on large domestic vessels. - Officers and firefighters seeking to enhance their advanced firefighting tactics and leadership skills. - Crew members tasked with managing complex fire emergencies.

STCW Basic Safety Training (formerly MED A1 + B2) is required for crew members on commercial vessels. This training is essential for those working on vessels of any size that operate in international waters or are subject to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) regulations.

STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft (formerly MED B1) certification is required for crew members on these vessel types: -Passenger Vessels: This includes ferries and cruise ships that carry passengers on domestic or international voyages1. -Cargo Ships: Vessels that transport goods and operate in international waters2. -Offshore Supply Vessels: Ships that support offshore oil and gas operations. -Fishing Vessels: Larger commercial fishing boats, especially those operating in more hazardous or remote areas.

The Chartwork & Pilotage Level 2 course is a pre-requisite for: Master 150, Domestic Fishing Master 3 Mate 500 GT, Domestic Watchkeeping Mate, Domestic You must take Chartwork & Pilotage Level 1 (Part A & B) with us, before taking this course. This is a 12-Day course, it comes in two parts:

ROC-MC is a 3-Day course for Masters and Watchkeepers on Commercial Cargo, Towing, Passengers, Fishing Vessels, and other compulsory fitted vessels operating in Canadian waters.

Navigation Safety 1 is primarily based on the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at sea (ColRegs). This 6-Day course is for Master Limited, <60 GT; Fishing Master 4; and Master 150

Simulated Electronic Navigation Limited is an entry-level Electronic Navigation course. SEN-L is for: Master 150 GT, domestic Fishing Master 4 Mate 150 GT Mate 500 GT

STCW MED refresher course meets the requirements of TP 4957E and is for MED STCW Basic Safety, MED STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft, and STCW MED Advanced Fire Fighting. It will renew these three certificates and extend them for an additional 5 years.

This is not an approved course but is designed to help you prepare for the Transport Canada Examination for Ship Construction and Stability, Level 3.

STCW MED refresher course meets the requirements of TP 4957E and is for MED STCW Basic Safety, MED STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft, and STCW MED Advanced Fire Fighting. It will renew these three certificates and extend them for an additional 5 years.

STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft (formerly MED B1) certification is required for crew members on these vessel types: -Passenger Vessels: This includes ferries and cruise ships that carry passengers on domestic or international voyages1. -Cargo Ships: Vessels that transport goods and operate in international waters2. -Offshore Supply Vessels: Ships that support offshore oil and gas operations. -Fishing Vessels: Larger commercial fishing boats, especially those operating in more hazardous or remote areas.

STCW Basic Safety Training (formerly MED A1 + B2) is required for crew members on commercial vessels. This training is essential for those working on vessels of any size that operate in international waters or are subject to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) regulations.

The STCW Advanced Fire course (formerly known as MED B2 +C) is required for the following roles on vessels: - Officers and senior ratings who will lead a shipboard fire party. - Leaders of fire control teams during onboard fire incidents. - Officers and crew designated to oversee firefighting operations on large domestic vessels. - Officers and firefighters seeking to enhance their advanced firefighting tactics and leadership skills. - Crew members tasked with managing complex fire emergencies.

This refresher course is for MED STCW Basic Safety & MED STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft. It will renew these certificates and extend them for an additional 5 years.

This refresher course is for MED STCW Basic Safety & MED STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft. It will renew these certificates and extend them for an additional 5 years.

STCW MED refresher course meets the requirements of TP 4957E and is for MED STCW Basic Safety, MED STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft, and STCW MED Advanced Fire Fighting. It will renew these three certificates and extend them for an additional 5 years.

SDVBS (formerly MED A3). This is an Marine Emergency Duties boating safety course. It is the minimum safety training requirement for Owners, Operators and Crew on: - Commercial Vessels of 24 metres or less, engaged on a sheltered water voyage only; - Commercial Vessels of 18 metres or less engaged on a voyage in domestic waters; and, - Commercial Fishing vessels of 24 metres or less engaged on a voyage in domestic waters.

This is a TC approved ONLINE course for small vessel captains and crew. It covers minimum training for owners and operators of commercial vessels: Workboats and passenger vessels up to 5 GT (up to 8.5 meters in length), and fishing vessels of up to 15 GT (up to 12 meters in length), engaged on a Sheltered Waters or Near Coastal class 2 voyages (up to 25 Nautical Miles from shore).

This is a TC approved course for small vessel captains and crew. It covers minimum training for owners and operators of commercial vessels: Workboats and passenger vessels up to 5 GT (up to 8.5 meters in length), and fishing vessels of up to 15 GT (up to 12 meters in length), engaged on a Sheltered Waters or Near Coastal class 2 voyages (up to 25 Nautical Miles from shore).

Domestic Vessel Safety (formerly MED A1/A2) is a Marine Emergency Duties safety training course for crew of commercial Vessels operating domestically (within Canada), on Sheltered Waters voyages, and Near Coastal Class 2 voyages. On All Commercial Vessels, Specifically: Passenger vessels 15 GT and over and/or carrying more than 12 passenger; Workboats of 15 GT and over; and Fishing Vessels

Safer Ocean Systems does not offer SVMO courses. However, one of our instructors offers private tutoring and exam preparation. Many commercial vessels under 500GT are required to carry an SVMO ticket holder. Many employers are actively looking for mariners who hold SVMO tickets, so they can meet their vessels’ Safe Manning requirements. To book a tutoring session contact: drewhyslop01@gmail.com

SDV-BS (formerly MED A3) This is an ONLINE Marine Emergency Duties boating safety course. It is the minimum safety training requirement for Owners, Operators and Crew on: - Commercial Vessels of 24 meters or less, engaged on a sheltered water voyage only; - Commercial Vessels of 18 meters or less engaged on a voyage in domestic waters; and, - Commercial Fishing vessels of 24 meters or less engaged on a voyage in domestic waters. https://youtu.be/eP7hzV7pSrw

ROC-M is a one-day course for Operators and Crew on pleasure and/or commercial vessels operating in Canadian waters, within 25 miles of shore. This is required for SVOP, Master Limited 60 GT, and most Crew / Deckhand positions.

This is a TC approved ONLINE course for small vessel captains and crew. It covers minimum training for owners and operators of commercial vessels: Workboats and passenger vessels up to 5 GT (up to 8.5 meters in length), and fishing vessels of up to 15 GT (up to 12 meters in length), engaged on a Sheltered Waters or Near Coastal class 2 voyages (up to 25 Nautical Miles from shore).