Course Overview
The MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set develops the essential safety knowledge and practical skills required for people working aboard Australian commercial vessels.
Training covers shipboard fire prevention and firefighting, work health and safety, survival at sea, survival craft and vessel abandonment procedures.
The skill set includes four nationally recognised units of competency – MARF028, MARF029, MARF030 and MARF060 – covering essential shipboard safety and emergency response skills.
Maritime Safety & Industry Applications
The MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set develops essential safety skills and knowledge for people working aboard Australian commercial vessels.
- Shipboard firefighting and emergency response
- Work health and safety procedures
- Survival at sea
- Survival craft and safety equipment
- Vessel abandonment procedures
- Commercial vessel safety operations
- Maritime crew safety responsibilities
Shipboard Safety Skill Set MARSS00008
The MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set provides nationally recognised safety training for people working on Australian commercial vessels, covering fire response, workplace safety, survival at sea and vessel abandonment procedures.
Course at a Glance
- Skill Set
- MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set
- Training Focus
- Shipboard safety and emergency response
- Training Provider
- Marine Training Academy
- RTO Number
- 30683
- Online Theory
- Start anytime
- Practical Training
- Face-to-face practical workshop
- Nationally Recognised
- Yes
Why Choose This Course?
Course Highlights
✓ Shipboard Safety Training
Develop essential safety knowledge and practical skills for working on Australian commercial vessels.
✓ Practical Workshops
Complete hands-on maritime safety training with experienced maritime industry trainers.
✓ Fire & Emergency Response
Develop practical skills in shipboard firefighting, emergency response and workplace safety procedures.
✓ Survival at Sea
Develop practical skills in survival at sea, survival craft and vessel abandonment procedures.
✓ Ongoing Student Support
Receive support from the Marine Training Academy team throughout your MARSS00008 training.
✓ Practical Workshop Dates
View upcoming Shipboard Safety practical training dates and locations on our Dates & Locations page.
Course Details
Who Is the MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set For?
The MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set is designed for people who need to complete
shipboard safety units of competency used across Australia’s commercial maritime industry.
Commercial Vessel Crew
Suitable for people working, or preparing to work, as crew on Australian commercial vessels where shipboard safety competencies are required.
New Maritime Entrants
Suitable for people entering the commercial maritime industry who need to develop essential onboard safety and emergency response skills.
Existing Seafarers
Relevant for existing maritime workers who need to complete or update shipboard safety units required within their training or certification pathway.
Commercial Fishing Crew
Relevant for crew working on commercial fishing vessels who require practical shipboard safety, survival and emergency response skills.
Tourism and Charter Vessels
Suitable for crew working across tourism, charter, cruise and passenger vessel operations where onboard safety responsibilities apply.
Ferry and Passenger Operations
Relevant for personnel working on ferries and passenger vessels who need recognised shipboard safety competencies.
Maritime Qualification Requirements
Suitable for students completing MAR Maritime Training Package qualifications that include the shipboard safety units contained within MARSS00008.
This course may be suitable if you are asking:
- What shipboard safety training do I need for commercial maritime work?
- How do I complete the MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set?
- What training covers firefighting and survival at sea?
- Which shipboard safety units contribute to MAR maritime qualifications?
Course Fees & Payment Options
The MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set course fee is $890.00 and includes nationally recognised training, learning resources, practical workshop training and the required assessment activities.
$890.00
Clear course pricing with the required training and assessment included.
- Learning resources
- Practical workshop training
- Trainer support
- Knowledge and practical assessments
- Nationally recognised training
Your Course Includes
Develop the knowledge and skills required for shipboard firefighting, workplace safety, survival at sea and vessel abandonment procedures.
Complete hands-on shipboard safety training with experienced maritime trainers using practical equipment, activities and emergency response scenarios.
Receive support from qualified trainers throughout your enrolment via phone, email and online support.
The required knowledge and practical assessments for the MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set are included in the course fee.
Payment options may be available. Contact Marine Training Academy before enrolling if you would like to discuss current payment arrangements.
Course fees are clearly advertised on our website. Full details of course inclusions, exclusions, potential additional costs and enrolment information are provided in the Course Enrolment Guide. For further information, please contact [email protected] .
- How much does the MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set cost?
- Does the $890.00 course fee include practical training?
- Are all required shipboard safety units included?
- Are knowledge and practical assessments included in the course fee?
- Are payment options available?
Training Delivery & Assessment
The MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set combines essential shipboard safety knowledge with practical workshop training, allowing students to develop the hands-on skills required to respond safely and effectively to emergency situations on board commercial vessels.
Safety Knowledge
Develop the knowledge required for shipboard fire response, work health and safety, survival at sea and vessel abandonment procedures.
Practical Workshops
Attend hands-on practical training delivered by experienced maritime professionals using real safety equipment, emergency procedures and practical maritime scenarios.
Trainer Support
Our trainers provide guidance throughout your training, helping you understand safety procedures, prepare for practical activities and successfully complete your assessments.
Assessment
Assessment includes both knowledge-based activities and practical demonstrations to ensure students can safely apply the skills required across the four shipboard safety units.
Workshop Locations
Practical workshops are delivered at selected Marine Training Academy locations. Visit the Dates & Locations page to view upcoming shipboard safety training sessions.
Hands-On Safety Training
Practical activities focus on applying safety procedures in realistic maritime environments so students can build confidence using equipment and responding to emergency situations.
Practical Shipboard Safety Training
The MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set is focused on developing practical safety capability, not simply completing theory. Students receive guidance from experienced maritime trainers and complete practical activities covering firefighting, workplace safety, survival at sea and vessel abandonment procedures.
Training is designed to help students understand how shipboard safety procedures are applied in real commercial maritime environments and build the confidence required to respond appropriately during emergency situations.
AMSA Certification & Career Pathways
The MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set contains four nationally recognised shipboard safety units that contribute to qualifications within the MAR Maritime Training Package and support people who need to complete safety training relevant to Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) certification requirements.
AMSA Certification
MARSS00008 contains shipboard safety units that may be required within AMSA certification pathways. Seafarers seeking certification must also meet the applicable AMSA eligibility and certification requirements for the certificate they are applying for.
Four Safety Units
The skill set includes MARF028, MARF029, MARF030 and MARF060, covering onboard firefighting, work health and safety, survival at sea using survival craft and basic survival skills during vessel abandonment.
MAR Maritime Qualifications
The units within MARSS00008 contribute to a range of qualifications within the MAR Maritime Training Package and may form part of further commercial maritime training.
Commercial Maritime Safety
The skill set develops core safety competencies relevant to people working on commercial vessels, including emergency response, firefighting, workplace safety, survival craft and vessel abandonment procedures.
Further Maritime Training
Students may use the completed shipboard safety units as part of further nationally recognised maritime training where the same units are included within the qualification requirements.
Credit Transfer Opportunities
Where these exact units are included in another nationally recognised maritime qualification, eligible students may be able to receive credit transfer in accordance with RTO verification and credit transfer requirements.
Supporting Your Maritime Training
MARSS00008 provides nationally recognised shipboard safety training that can support students undertaking further qualifications within the Australian commercial maritime industry.
The four units develop essential safety capabilities in fire response, work health and safety, survival craft and vessel abandonment, providing skills that are relevant across a broad range of commercial maritime environments.
Where the same units are included within another MAR qualification, successful completion may also reduce duplicated training through applicable credit transfer arrangements.
Important AMSA Certification Information
Completing MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set provides the four nationally recognised units included within the skill set. It does not, by itself, issue an AMSA Certificate of Competency.
Seafarers seeking AMSA certification should ensure they meet the separate eligibility, training, sea service, medical and other certification requirements applicable to the certificate they are applying for.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most common questions about the MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set, including course delivery, practical training, the four units of competency and how the skill set contributes to maritime qualifications and AMSA certification requirements.
Is this course nationally recognised?
Yes. MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set is a nationally recognised skill set from the MAR Maritime Training Package and is delivered by Marine Training Academy (RTO 30683).
What units are included in MARSS00008?
The skill set contains four units of competency: MARF028 Follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel, MARF029 Meet work health and safety requirements, MARF030 Survive at sea using survival craft, and MARF060 Apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment.
Who is the Shipboard Safety Skill Set for?
MARSS00008 is suitable for people who need to complete shipboard safety units of competency and for students undertaking maritime training where these units contribute to qualifications within the MAR Maritime Training Package.
Do I need previous maritime experience?
The MARSS00008 Skill Set does not specify formal entry requirements. Students should review the course enrolment information and any applicable requirements before commencing training.
What practical skills will I learn?
Training covers practical shipboard safety skills including responding to onboard fires, applying work health and safety procedures, using survival craft and equipment, and applying survival procedures during vessel abandonment and other maritime emergencies.
Do I need to attend practical training?
Yes. The skill set includes practical competencies that require students to demonstrate shipboard safety and emergency response skills as part of their training and assessment.
Does MARSS00008 give me an AMSA Certificate of Competency?
No. Completing MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set provides the four nationally recognised units of competency contained within the skill set. AMSA Certificates of Competency are issued separately, and applicants must meet the requirements applicable to the certificate they are seeking.
Does this training contribute to other maritime qualifications?
Yes. MARSS00008 contributes to a range of qualifications within the MAR Maritime Training Package. Where the same units are included in another qualification, successful completion may be recognised in accordance with applicable credit transfer requirements.
What will I receive after successfully completing the skill set?
Students who successfully complete all four units of competency will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for the MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set.
Where are the practical workshops held?
Marine Training Academy delivers practical shipboard safety training at selected training locations. Visit the Dates & Locations page to view current workshop schedules and availability.
Still Have Questions?
Our maritime training specialists are available to help you understand the MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set, the four units of competency, practical training requirements, enrolment and how these units may contribute to further maritime training or AMSA certification requirements.
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