Course in
Personal Survival Techniques

• Know the basic principles of fire prevention and fighting, as these are part of your comprehensive training and will allow you to skillfully handle safety-related aspects. Knowing what to do, when to do it, and doing it well can save a life, thus avoiding complications and minimizing the risk of fire.

• Demonstrate the ability to act, minimizing fire risks, taking appropriate measures for the safety of personnel and the vessel, corresponding to Regulation VI/1 and Section A-VI/1 of the amended STCW´78 Convention and its Training Code.

• Professionals in all disciplines related to the activities of the maritime cluster.
  
• University professionals at the bachelor's or higher technical level, in maritime, port, and related fields.
  
• Students and professionals from all areas who wish to expand their knowledge, skills, and abilities in the maritime and port sector.

• Valid identification (ID for Panamanians / passport for foreigners).
  
• Valid medical certificate (the certificate must be issued by a clinic authorized by the Panama Maritime Authority – AMP).

Module 1: Related international maritime conventions and recommendations and national legislation.
Hourly intensity: 2.15 theoretical hours.

Module 2: Protection Responsibilities.
Hourly intensity: 1.25 theoretical hours.

Module 3: Ship Protection Assessment.
Hourly intensity: 1 theoretical hour.

Module 4: Protective Equipment.
Hourly intensity: 1 theoretical hour.

Module 5: Threat identification, recognition and response.
Hourly intensity: 1.5 theoretical hours.

Module 6: Ship Protection Actions.
Hourly intensity: 1 theoretical hour.

Module 7: Emergency preparedness, drills and exercises.
Hourly intensity: 1 theoretical hour.

Module 8: Safety and Survival.
Hourly intensity: 0.5 theoretical hours.

Email: educacioncontinua@umecit.edu.pa
Phones: 6855-3946 / 6859-4692 / 6499-1819