Safety Training in Stavanger
Maersk Training (formerly ResQ) operates a modern safety training centre at Risavika Harbour in Tananger, approximately 15 minutes from Stavanger and Sandnes and a short distance from Stavanger Airport, Sola. The centre opened in 2019. Reception, classrooms, a canteen and the training area are all located in the same building, and much of the fire safety, first aid and evacuation training takes place indoors.
Facilities
- Lifeboat simulator
- Heated, circular indoor pool with HUET helicopter-evacuation facilities
- Sea-survival exercises and MOB boat training at Risavika Harbour, just a few steps from the centre
- Fire training ground with gas-fired equipment and powder extraction, plus an evacuation module with cabin units
- Medical training room for realistic first-aid exercises with role players
- Emergency response room with exercise control staff, an e-learning computer room and classrooms
For many years, the centre has delivered STCW training for recruits to the Royal Norwegian Navy, with approximately 250 participants attending four times a year. Instructors typically have operational backgrounds in firefighting, rescue or first aid.
Practical Information
Address: Kontinentalvegen 33, 4056 Tananger
Telephone: +47 417 55 000
Opening hours: 08:00–15:30
Parking: A few spaces next to the building, and paid parking in the large car park between the ferry terminal and the centre.
Accommodation: Preferential rates are available at Scandic Stavanger City, Scandic Stavanger Forus and Scandic Stavanger Airport. See our hotel offers.
Video: See our Stavanger centre
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is the centre located? At Risavika Harbour in Tananger, approximately 15 minutes from Stavanger city centre and a short distance from Sola Airport.
- Where can I park? There are a few parking spaces right next to the building. Additional spaces are available in the large car park between the ferry terminal and the Maersk Training building. Please note that this car park is subject to a fee.
- You can find more questions and answers on our FAQ page