Target Group
Personnel serving as lifeboat operators on free‑fall lifeboats.
Our Instructors
Our experienced instructors have extensive industry experience and create a safe and confidence‑building learning environment during practical exercises.
If you have any special requirements or considerations, please inform us in advance so we can ensure the best possible support during your visit to the training centre.
Course Content
The course covers the key competencies required to command a lifeboat during an emergency or incident where evacuation is required. This includes the complete rescue phase, from boarding and launching the lifeboat, to clearing the installation and remaining at sea until recovery.
Upon Completion of the Course
Upon completion of the course, participants shall be able to:
Prerequisites
Personnel who have not served in an emergency response role and have not completed emergency response training or equivalent education within the last five years must complete a new basic course.
Assessment Criteria
Participants are assessed throughout all practical training. If a participant does not pass the practical training, a justification will be provided.
Following completion of the course, participants must pass a theoretical test. Participants who do not meet the required competence standards will not be certified.
Course Duration
1 day
Course Validity
The course certificate is valid for 2 years.
Course Location
The course is offered at our locations in Stavanger, Bergen, Haugesund, Kristiansund, and Grimstad.
Preferred date and location can be selected from the course list.
Payment Options
Payment is made upon registration or on arrival.
We also offer payment via Vipps or invoice.
Attendance
All courses normally start at 10:00 on the first course day, unless otherwise stated in the course confirmation.
Please check the course confirmation for details.
Remember to bring valid identification.
Simulator Training
All training is conducted in our VR simulator, which is one of the world’s most advanced simulators for lifeboat operators.
Included in the Price
Lunch is included in the course fee.
Please inform us in advance of any allergies.
Lost Your Course Certificate?
Please contact us by email at
post@maersktraining.com, and we will issue a replacement.