Polar Code Basic Training

Basic Training for service on ships operating in polar waters under STCW A-V/4-1 — required for officers serving on ships that operate in polar regions under the Polar Code. Ice and weather hazards, safe operation in low-temperature environments, ice-class limitations, crew-cold-weather safety.

Prerequisites

bst

Duration

30 hours

Validity

5 years

Refresher

every 5 years

Typical cost

~$700 USD

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