Megamas Training Company - OFF-11 Offshore Lifeboat Coxswain Course

Aims

To provide the participants with the knowledge and practice skills to take up the position of an offshore lifeboat coxswain.

Outcomes

describe offshore emergency response arrangements
describe role of the Coxswain
maintain lifeboat readiness
check internal/external lifeboat integrity
remove mechanical restraints
start the engine
board the lifeboat
maintain Lifeboat equipment
state embarkation and stability considerations
establish and maintain communications
describe lower and release mechanisms, launch orders
secure hatches
operate air and water spray systems
demonstrate course determination and steering by compass
identify safe areas, observe weather conditions and determine appropriate actions
demonstrate boat handling and manoeuvring
demonstrate manoverboard (MOB) exercise
demonstrate towing and being towed
prepare and carry out transfer of personnel to rescue vessel
use the sea anchor
demonstrate emergency steering
recover and secure the lifeboat