STCW Basic Safety Part 1 - STCW Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques This course STCW Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques is Part 1 of the STCW BS and meets the requirements of the STCW Code as set out in Table A-VI/I-I, and sections 10.4 to 10.10 of the Transport Canada MED Standard TP 4957 (5-2016). Aims and objectives of training To enable course participants to acquire knowledge, understanding and proficiency in: 1) types of emergency situations that may occur, such as collision, fire, foundering; 2) types of lifesaving appliances normally carried on various vessels; 3) equipment in survival craft; 4) location of personal lifesaving appliances; 5) principles concerning survival, including: a) value of training and drills, b) personal protective clothing and equipment, c) need to be ready for any emergency, d) actions to take when called to survival craft stations, e) actions to take when required to abandon ship, and f) actions to take when in the water. Course Duration, Timing and Course Loading The course requires a minimum of 15 hours training comprised 7.25 hours of lectures and 7.75 hours of practical exercises, which includes the written and practical evaluation. The course may take longer depending upon the background and experience of the trainees.