Able Seafarer Deck (Able Seaman)

This Skills Programme is aimed at:

• A promotional requirement for an Ordinary Deck Rating who intends becoming an Able Seafarer Deck. 

The objective of this skills programme is to give all those interested in a career at sea the basic skills and knowledge to perform their functions applicable to their particular position onboard a vessel competently.

After completing the Able Seafarer (Deck) learning opportunity you are required to obtain 18 months sea service in order to obtain your Able Seafarer Deck qualification and seaman's book. Your sea service and task book must reflect your time and job function on a particular vessel. After occupying the position of an Able Seaman you may be appointed as a Bosun, the person in charge of Deck Operations.

Learning themes covered in this course are:

• Occupational Health and Safety
• Ship’s parts, functions and terms
• Emergency procedures
• Anchors and cables
• Marine pollution
• Derricks and cranes
• Navigational watch
• Principles of cargo handling and stowage
• Ropes and its usage, Bends and Hitches