
Post-Sea Program
Refresher – Personal Survival Techniques (R PST)
A 1-day DG Shipping-approved refresher course to revalidate seafarers’ skills in survival at sea and emergency response, as per STCW requirements.
Duration
1 days
Approval
Directorate General of Shipping, Government of India
Important Notice
Bring CDC, passport, and certificates on the first day.
Course Details
Course Overview
The Refresher – Personal Survival Techniques (R PST) course is designed for seafarers whose original PST certificate has expired or is due for renewal. The training focuses on reinforcing survival techniques, life-saving appliance usage, and emergency preparedness. It complies with STCW Regulation VI/1-1 and DG Shipping norms, ensuring continued certification and seagoing eligibility.
Curriculum Overview
One-day practical-focused course emphasizing survival at sea
DGS Course ID
6111
Exit Exam
Not Applicable
E-Learning
Applicable
E-Learning Hours
6
Pass Mark
50%
Course Validity
5 years
Key Program Features
- Realistic water-based survival training
- Revalidation of emergency abandonment and rescue procedures
- Use of life jackets, liferafts, and signaling devices
- Complies with international maritime safety regulations
Learning Outcomes
- Refreshed knowledge of survival equipment and techniques
- Practical ability to abandon ship and survive at sea
- Increased awareness of emergency roles and safety protocols
- Revalidated STCW certification for continued sea service
Required Documents
- Certificate of Medical Fitness
- INDOS
- Passport
Document Submission
Upload documents during application or via your student profile after enrollment.
Reporting Time
9.00 AM
Batch Strength Policy
As per D G Shipping Training Circular No 4 of 2028 MTI’s are directed not to conduct any batch, if the batch strength is less than 25% of the approved intake capacity granted by the Directorate.
Dress Code
Formals (Collarless T-shirt’s, Shorts, Sandals, Bathroom slippers are not permitted)
- Module 1: Emergency Abandonment Procedures
- Module 2: Use of Life-saving Appliances (LSAs)
- Module 3: Water Entry and Liferaft Boarding Techniques
- Module 4: Personal Safety and Signaling Methods
Mandatory Requirements
- Medically fit as per DG Shipping standards
- Should hold PST certificate issued within last 5 yrs from a DGS approved MTI
DETAILS & SCHEDULE
Stay & Lodging
Fee Structure
- Course Fee₹3,500.00
- Study MaterialsIncluded
- Total₹3,500.00
Course Packages
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REF FPFF + REF PST Package
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