Description

This STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities (PSSR) online course forms part of the mandatory basic offshore safety training for all seafarers assigned with safety or pollution prevention duties. Its objectives are to give basic induction training in safety procedures and accident prevention and to familiarize personnel with the employment conditions and working environment on board vessels.

The course also includes new amendments required by the 1st of January 2026 covering two important topics; bullying and sexual harassment. In accordance with the amendments made in the IMO Modelcourse (1.21) as well as in the STCW Code. STCW Table A-VI/1-4. This course meets the latest requirements such as the implementation of MSC 560 (108) per 01-01-2026.

STCW A-V1. paragraph 2.1.4

The STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities (PSSR) online course is in accordance with the IMO model course 1.21

The STCW PSSR online course meets the mandatory minimum standards of competence in personal safety and social responsibilities in accordance with section A-VI/1 of the STCW Code, Table A-VI/1-4. It is approved by the Panama Maritime Administration (PMA). This course prepares new recruits for life on a ship, helping them adjust to the shipboard environment, understand hazards, procedures, and safe work practices.

Complete the course at your own time and place, saving time and money with asynchronous e-learning. All you need is an internet-enabled device (desktop/laptop/tablet/smartphone). The course can be completed ashore or on board—no physical attendance required.

At a Glance:

• Approval: Panama Maritime Authority, IMO whitelist flag
• Who is it for: Officers and Ratings, Cruise ship crews, Superyacht crews
• Accepted by: All flags recognizing IMO whitelist approved training
• STCW Compliance: Fully compliant with STCW Code as amended
• Courses & Assessment: Online only
• Duration: 20h
• Eligibility: Newcomers and Refresh training
• Prerequisites: Passport
• Certificate Validity: 5 years

Competences:

• Comply with emergency procedures
• Take precautions to prevent pollution of the marine environment
• Observe safe working practices
• Contribute to effective communication on board
• Contribute to effective human relationships on board ships
• Understand and take actions to control fatigue

Legislation & References:

• STCW Convention 1978, as amended
• SOLAS 1974, as amended
• MARPOL, LSA Code, ISM Code
• Standard Marine Communication Phrases
• Guidelines on Fatigue mitigation and management (MSC/Circ.1014)

Documents Required:

Passport (PDF/PNG/JPG format, legible)

Kindly note it is your responsibility to check if the course complies with the flag administration/approval body or your employer requirements.