Seafish Stability for Experienced Fishers
This one-day course introduces the principles of vessel stability, why vessels float, the stability hazards that can make vessels unstable and the actions that need to be taken to keep a vessel stable and safe.
This course is for experienced fishers on any size of vessel and allows you to progress onto our Advanced Stability Awareness course.
The 16.5m Skipper’s Ticket requirement includes two one-day courses on stability, entitled Stability Awareness for Experienced Fishers and Advanced Stability Awareness. Fishers are required to complete both courses.
On completion of this course, you will understand:
The extent of the effects of poor vessel stability to deaths in the fishing industry
Stability hazards, risk, and the risk equation
How to mitigate against risk and the risk spectrum
Stability and the terms used to describe vessel stability
How external forces, the transverse movement of weight, the FSE and the up-ward movement of weights form stability hazards
How to minimise the risks associated with deck and below deck operations
How vessel watertight and weathertight integrity is maintained
How to monitor vessel stability using the Wolfson Guidance
How the application of the relevant Regulations, Codes of Practice and guidance helps maintain vessel stability
This certified course is being held at a local venue for practical assessment, as well as our Marine Academy on Dart Marina.
If you apply for a Seafish course through the college, you will be charged the full rate. There may be funding available to you from Seafish. If you think this might be the case, please contact Seafish before making your application.
Course Details
- You should have a genuine interest in this subject
The extent of the effects of poor vessel stability to deaths in the fishing industry
Stability hazards, risk, and the risk equation
How to mitigate against risk and the risk spectrum
Stability and the terms used to describe vessel stability
How external forces, the transverse movement of weight, the FSE and the up-ward movement of weights form stability hazards
How to minimise the risks associated with deck and below deck operations
How vessel watertight and weathertight integrity is maintained
How to monitor vessel stability using the Wolfson Guidance
How the application of the relevant Regulations, Codes of Practice and guidance helps maintain vessel stability
Course Applications
Please choose your preferred study option below (subject to change).
This course costs: £
If the amount shown is more than £0.00 and you are aged 19 and over at the start of the course, you may have options to help fund your studies with us. The funding you can receive depends on your personal circumstances, and could mean you are entitled to fully subsidised or reduced tuition fees.
This course is fully funded for 16-18 year olds (if applicable to the course).
You may also be entitled to support with travel, childcare and equipment.
To find out exactly what you could receive, contact our Helpzone team on 08000 380 123 for a free, impartial appointment, with no commitment necessary.
I have been really happy with the Level 4 Learning and Skills Mentor apprenticeship. The monthly lessons, led by Leigh, are well thought out and engaging. We receive excellent resources and have ample opportunities to practice our techniques during the lessons. Allowing for group collaboration and sharing of experiences. The feedback and one-on-one sessions I have received are informative, knowledgeable, and helpful, enabling me to develop my skills further. Since starting this apprenticeship, I have gained valuable knowledge in questioning and listening techniques, which I have already begun to apply in my role as an Assessor Coach. Throughout the program, I have felt fully supported. I cannot recommend this course enough for anyone either new to mentoring or looking to develop their communication and support skills. This apprenticeship has provided me with the tools and confidence needed to excel in mentoring and support roles, making a real difference in my professional capabilities.Jenny Goodman
