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STCW Proficiency in Security Awareness: What Seafarers Need to Know
If you are working at sea, or planning to, you will have come across proficiency in security awareness as part of the STCW framework. It is a mandatory requirement for many seafarers, yet it is also one of the most misunderstood certificates. We regularly speak to delegates who are unsure whether they need it, what it covers, or if it expires. At Stream Marine Training in Glasgow, we (Read More...)
Fast Rescue Boat Training: What You’ll Learn and Who Needs Certification
Fast rescue boat training is a requirement many offshore and maritime workers are aware of, but not many fully understand. We regularly meet candidates who know they need FRB certification but are unclear on what the training involves, how it fits within STCW rescue boat requirements, or what level of responsibility comes with the role. At Stream Marine Training, we believe rescue boat competence should never be vague. (Read More...)
Launching a Career as a Coxswain: Survival Craft Training and the Skills You Need
Across offshore, maritime and emergency response operations, the Coxswain role is becoming more clearly defined and more widely recognised. As vessels, offshore assets and renewable infrastructure grow in complexity, so too does the need for highly competent personnel who can take charge of survival craft, fast rescue craft and emergency response operations. At Stream Marine Training (SMT), we have launched our Coxswain course to meet that demand. This (Read More...)
Medical Care On Board Ship Refresher: When You Need It and What’s Involved
If you hold a Medical Care On Board Ship certificate, keeping it valid is not optional. It is a regulatory requirement under STCW and a practical necessity for anyone responsible for medical care at sea. At Stream Marine Training (SMT), we regularly train seafarers who are unsure when their medical care certificate expires, what the refresher involves, and whether they actually need to retake the course. This guide (Read More...)
OPITO BOSIET Training: Your Complete Guide to Offshore Survival Certification
If you're looking to start a career in the offshore oil and gas industry, you'll quickly discover that OPITO BOSIET training isn't optional - it's your passport to working on offshore installations. Whether you're a complete newcomer to the sector or transitioning from another industry, understanding what BOSIET involves and why it matters will help you take your first confident steps towards an offshore role. This guide explains (Read More...)
Safety Considerations When Working With Methanol, Ammonia and Hydrogen Onboard
The shipping industry is entering one of its most significant transitions in decades. As operators move away from traditional fuels, methanol, ammonia and hydrogen are increasingly being introduced into vessel design and operation. These fuels offer environmental benefits, but they also bring new safety challenges that crews must understand before stepping on board. Future fuels are not just a technical issue for shipowners or engineers. They affect everyone (Read More...)
