What to Expect
An outline of the program is below, this may change pending weather conditions and trainee requirements.

NB: Full course participants must attend Saturday and Sunday. Refresher course participants only need to attend the Sunday training but are welcome to attend Saturday for revision.

Day 1: 0800 - 1700
Classroom theory session (notebook and pen required)

Day 2: 0800 - 1430
Practical session and assessments, including wet drills and flare demonstration

NB: The following are required for the practical exercises:

• Enclosed shoes and a long sleeved clothing for flare and fire activities 
• Regular wet weather/offshore gear and 150N (or larger) PFD/harness (compliant with AS SR Standard, this includes crotch strap and tether as per current AS SR Cat 1 & 2 requisition)

Questions & Further Information
All queries direct to Jenn Suffield at Australian Sailing - email or phone (08) 6188 7704.

Course Overview

The Safety & Sea Survival (SSS) course involves classroom presentations & learning activities, and practical exercises in the use of liferafts, inflatable lifejackets & distress flares.  Of 16 hrs duration the course is usually delivered over 2 full-days and is facilitated by Safety & Sea Survival Instructors at approved Training Centres. The maximum teaching ratio for this course is 20 students to 1 SSS Instructor (in the classroom) with a reduced ratio of 10:1 for pool sessions.  Practical exercises are usually conducted in heated public swimming pools, but may be conducted in clean and enclosed salt-water pools and Marinas providing the water is clean, the temperature is at least 15^oC, and all associated risks have been managed.

Course Prerequisites

Nil

Who should do this course?

This Course assists offshore skippers and crews in developing awareness of respective responsibilities. To offer and discuss practical strategies for coping with emergencies at sea. To familiarise skippers and crews with safety and emergency equipment, its purpose, deployment, and use. This course is also suitable for cruisers or those wanting to learn more about safety on the water.

Course Outcome

You will gain a Safety and Sea Survival Qualification Certificate as required for Category 1 and Category 2 races. This certificate is valid for 5 years from the date of the course.