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Refresher and updating training in 'Medical Care' as per the recommended guidelines of MLC 2006 for ships officers.
Applicable to:
Indian seafarers serving on foreign flag ships
Effective Date:
20 August 2013
Superseded Circulars:
None
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Refresher Training Requirements
Officers designated for medical care and first aid must undergo refresher courses every five years to maintain and update their knowledge and skills, as per MLC 2006 recommendations.
- Officers affected: Those designated for medical care and first aid, and others required by the competent authority.
- Frequency: Every five years.
- Compliance: Mandatory if required by the flag state.
2. Training Providers and Modules
Refresher training can be provided by ship owners, managers, RPSL agencies, or approved training institutes. The modules cover medical first aid and medical care topics.
- Training providers: Ship owners, managers, RPSL agencies, or approved training institutes.
- Modules: Medical First Aid (3 hours) and Medical Care (3 hours).
- Certification: Issued upon completion, valid for five years.
MLC 2006 Section B4.1.1, Paragraph 3
Important Note
Compliance with refresher training requirements is mandatory if required by the flag state. Failure to comply may result in non-compliance with MLC 2006.
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