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Non-Simulation Courses

Company Specific Courses
Companies that have specific training requirements which are not fully met by any of the other courses offered at SAMTRA, can approach SAMTRA to design courses to meet your company’s unique requirements. Contact us for further information.

Dangerous Goods Course


To ensure the successful application of regulations concerning the safe handling of dangerous and hazardous substances in solid, bulk, or in packaged form, on- and offshore.

Dangerous Goods Refresher Course
To ensure the successful application of regulations concerning the safe handling of dangerous and hazardous substances in solid, bulk, or in packaged form, on- and offshore.

First Aid at Sea


To provide the basic first aid knowledge & skills as specified in the STCW regulations and the SAMSA Code.

Introduction to Shipping


The Shipping Industry requires people who understand ships, their operation and related industries. This course helps to improve the understanding of the key elements involved in shipping.

Offshore Support Vessel / Anchor Handling
To give a general introduction to offshore support vessels, design and scope of work and become familiar with the safety aspects related to these types of vessels.

Offshore Support Vessel Operations/Cargo Care
To give a general introduction to offshore support vessels, design and scope of work and become familiar with the operational functions, such as cargo loading and discharge, anchor handling and towing.

Paint Technology Course


To enhance the participants’ knowledge of the use of paints and improve the quality of workmanship in the maintenance of ships and steel surfaces.

PSSR & PST Course

To teach personal safety and lifesaving skills in cases of fire, ship abandonment or medical emergencies in line with the STCW requirements.

PSSR & PST Refresher Course
To provide refresher training in personal safety and lifesaving skills in cases of fire, ship abandonment or medical emergencies in line with the STCW requirements.

SA Manning, Training and Certification Seminar
To provide an in-depth understanding of the various International and Local requirements of Flag States, as far as training and manning are concerned.

Ship Safety Officer’s Course


To address the day to day functions of the Safety Officer on board Merchant and Fishing vessels.

Ship Security Officer's Course


To address the day to day functions of the Ship Security Officer on board Merchant vessels.

Shipboard Safety Management Course
To clarify the purpose of the Shipboard Safety Management System typically found onboard Merchant Vessels, and to identify the key functions of Shipboard Management in its daily operation. Available for officers and ratings.