Basic Safety Training (BST) Course
- (PST + FPFF + EFA + PSSR + STSDSD)
- Basic Safety Training (BST) comprises the following five mandatory STCW Basic Safety Courses:
- Personal Survival Techniques (PST)
- Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting (FPFF)
- Elementary First Aid (EFA)
- Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities (PSSR)
- Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties (STSDSD)
This course is conducted in accordance with the STCW Convention and the guidelines issued by the Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA), Government of India.
Course Fee: ₹10,000/-
Duration: 12 Days
Eligibility
- Candidates must possess a valid INDOS Number and be declared medically fit by a DGMA-approved Medical Examiner.
- With effect from 01 August 2026, candidates seeking admission to the Basic Safety Training (BST) Course for the purpose of obtaining an Indian Continuous Discharge Certificate (CDC) must belong to any one of the following categories:
- Pre-Sea Training Certificate Holders who have successfully completed a DGMA-approved Pre-Sea Training Course.
- Agniveer Candidates holding a valid discharge certificate.
- Hospitality Sector Candidates holding a Degree, Diploma, or Certificate in Hotel Management (or an equivalent hospitality qualification) and having completed the DGMA-approved Orientation Course for Catering Personnel (OCCP).
- Hospitality and Passenger Service Professionals engaged through DGMA-approved Cruise Line Recruitment & Placement Companies to meet operational requirements (CDC validity restricted to service on Cruise and Passenger Vessels only).
- Ex-Indian Navy Personnel holding a valid discharge certificate.
- Certified Cooks holding a Cook Certificate of Competency (CoC) issued by or recognised by the Government of India.
- Certificate of Competency (CoC) Holders issued by or recognised by the Government of India.
Important Notes
- Completion of the Basic Safety Training (BST) Course alone does not make a candidate eligible for the issue of an Indian Continuous Discharge Certificate (CDC).
- As per DGMA guidelines, candidates will be permitted to appear for the Final/Exit Examination only after successfully completing the prescribed E-Learning Modules for PST, FPFF, EFA, PSSR, and STSDSD.
- All trainees must be medically fit as certified by a DGMA-approved Medical Examiner before participating in practical sessions.
Disclaimer
- The above eligibility criteria are provided for the convenience of prospective candidates based on DGS Order No. 12 of 2026 and DGMA Circular No. 45 of 2026. Admission to the Basic Safety Training (BST) Course and eligibility for the issue of an Indian CDC shall be subject to the latest orders, circulars, notifications, and guidelines issued by the Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA), Government of India, from time to time. AMET City College reserves the right to verify eligibility and accept admissions only in accordance with the prevailing DGMA regulations.
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STCW Basic Safety Training Course Description:
- PSSR:This course is designed to enhance knowledge,understanding and proficiency about ship familiarization,Different types of ships,safe working practices,Interpersonal relationships,Team building,Team working skills and conflict resolution.This course also teaches effective communication skills,environmental protection,and following emergency procedures.
- PST:It deals with types of emergencies,different emergency drills,emergency stations,boat stations.Parts of survival crafts,launching procedures and survival at sea.
- EFA:A candidate should understand basic parts of the body, Human Anatomy and Functions, Positioning of Casualty specially an Unconscious state. Resuscitation Techniques, Bleeding,Management of Shock ,Burns and Scalds, andRescue and Transport of Casualty.
- FPFF:The objective of the course is to understand the theory of fire,fire prevention and protection.Ship construction and arrangements.Operation of Different types of Fire-extinguishing Systems,Fire pumps,cooling systems,Fire Fighting methods and teams that is assigned with various duties during the fire emergency.
Course Subjects / Topics Include:
- PSSR-Personal Safety and Social Responsibility
- PST-Personal Survival Techniques
- EFA-Elementary First Aid
- FPFF-Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting
STCW Basic Safety Training Course Course Outcome:
At the end of the course a seafarer should able to follow “SAFE WORKING PRACTICES'',as laid out in the ships operating procedure(SOP)and as per the ISM Checklist and also company specific safety drills should comply with.If incase the crew has to abandon the vessel we should able to don the life jackets,lower the lifeboats,life drafts and move away form the ships. He/she should be able to use the communication equipments ,Distress signals effectively.
This Course is Mandatory for:
Those who want to sail on board merchant ships,Cruise vessels,oil rigs etc,.and also to apply for the Indian CDC(Continuous Discharge Certificate)which is a mandatory Document required for sailing on board Merchant Ships.
Prerequisites :
Passport, INDoS Certificate,Medical Certificate from DG Approved Doctor
Assessment :
In accordance with DGS Order 11 of 2022, exit examinations are required to be attended in person at the respective Maritime Training Institute (MTI).
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