CROWD MANAGEMENT, PASSENGER SAFETY AND SAFETY TRAINING FOR PERSONNEL PROVIDING DIRECT SERVICES TO PASSENGERS IN PASSENGER SPACES — IMO MODEL

This IMO Model Course is devoted to the ro-ro passenger vessels and is covering the four basic training areas for the crew members assigned with the specific responsibilities and duties on board such vessels. In the first part of the course, the introduction to the STCW convention and its basic provisions and principles is provides, being considered a foundation of the knowledge and prerequisite for this training.

The second part gives the crowd management training which is actually required as necessary for the captains, officers, as well as the ratings and other crew members who are expected to assist the passengers in case of any emergency and so designated on the ship’s muster list; this would include the limitations imposed by the design of the ship and operation, stability and stress requirements, emergency procedures and many other aspects.

Then, the students proceed to the familiarization training given with the purpose to ensure that the relevant personnel do have necessary abilities. Finally, the safety training is a must item for all crew members directly liaising with the passengers, including the communication and proper usage of the shipboard lifesaving appliances.