Personal Survival Techniques (PST) Revalidation combined MES VEDC from Viking. Familiarization
$360 USD
- Course Type:
- STCW ➜ Updated Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques
- Training School:
- ASK Safety USA
- Location:
- Cape Canaveral, Florida, United States of America
- Duration:
- 1 day
- Language:
- English
Personal Survival Techniques (PST)
The course is split into both theory and practical’s, including entering and operating a life raft. Use of life jackets and immersion suits.
Included in the exercises are actions to be taken by persons for self-protection in emergency situations, survival at sea and deployment of safety equipment.
This course forms part of the mandatory Basic Safety Training for all seafaring personnel.
MES VEDC
The course gives the participants familiarization in how the Viking MES chute operate and how to safely use the chute for safe evacuation of the ship. Every participant will participate in practical exercises, safely entering the chute, descending and safely entering the landing platform and life-raft.
Duration
6 hours and 30 minutes
Course Prerequisites
Delegates must be over 18 years old. They must produce a valid Doctors note to confirm they are in good health to participate in the course. Alternatively, the participant must provide either a valid Seafarer’s Medical Certificate or documentation from their employer confirming insurance coverage for the course.
What to bring
Document to identify the Delegate.
For the practical exercises all jewellery, high heels and piercing must be removed. It can be advised to bring swim gear and towel and soft shoes to wear at the pool. Protective clothing will be supplied by ASK.
This course is available on the following days:
(please check the availability with the training school)
- 18 April 2026
- 20 April 2026
- 05 May 2026
- 01 June 2026
- 15 June 2026
- 29 June 2026
ASK Safety USA
8580 North Atlantic Avenue
Cape Canaveral
Florida
FL 32920
United States of America
