New Zealand Certificate in Fishing Vessel Crewing (Level 3)
New Zealand Certificate in Fishing Vessel Crewing (Level 3) is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority under section 249 of the Education Act 1989, and Westport Deep Sea Fishing School Ltd is accredited to provide it under section 250 of the Act.
Kua whakamanahia tēnei akoranga e Te Mana Tohu Mātauranga o Aotearoa i raro i te wāhanaga 249 o te Ture Mātauranga 1989, ā, kua whakamanahia a Westport Deep Sea Fishing School Ltd ki te whakarato i taua i te wāhanga 250 o te Ture.
Introduction
This qualification is an internationally recognised advanced deckhand fishing certificate and is part of the pre-requisites for the Advanced Deckhand Maritime Licence
Graduates of this course will be able to work under supervision in the coastal, offshore and unlimited operational limits as specified in the Maritime New Zealand Seafarer Certification and Operational Limits Framework.
If you want to enter the maritime industry and work towards a career on the deck of a fishing vessel or you are currently in the industry and need to undertake training for the Maritime New Zealand Advanced Deckhand Licence this program is part of that pathway
WDSFS is able to assist with the application process for the AHD-F licence and provide the finial MNZ exam as part of the program to student meeting all MNZ application requirements
Location
48 Cobden Street, Westport, South Island, New Zealand
Accommodation
The Westport Deep Sea Fishing School owns and operates a 50 room hostel where rooms are available if you require. Call 0800 782 969 for more information.
Start date and duration
Rolling program and intakes as required (no set start date, no set minimum numbers)
Length – varies depending on experience of applicant. Please inquire for details
Qualifications gained
On successful program completion the following will be gained.
- New Zealand Certificate in Fishing Vessel Crewing (Level 3)
- STCW Fire Prevention and Fire-fighting
- STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
- STCW Personal Survival Techniques
- STCW Elementary First Aid.
WDSFS will also assist with the MNZ application for the Advanced Deckhand-Fishing (ADH-F) licence if required and can conduct the final MNZ exams toward this licence.
Total credits 75
This is a full time program of study
Program Content
1. Demonstrate safe and sustainable working practices and contribute to effective communications and relationships on board a vessel. Basic safety training:
- STCW Personal survival techniques
- STCW Fire prevention and firefighting
- STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
- STCW Elementary first aid<
- Prevention of marine pollution
- Prevention of shipboard accidents
Note: You can enrol in any of these courses separately. Please call 0800 782 696 for more information or to enrol today.
2. Understand operational factors that affect the safety of the fishing vessel and crew, including nautical terminology and commands.
- Marine (Nautical) terms
- Orders commonly used in fishing operations
- Dangers associated with fishing operations
- Handling and maintenance of deck appliances
- Good personal conduct and use of personal protection equipment to minimise hazards
3. Assist with vessel navigation at the support level.
- Helm orders
- Lookout duties
4. Understand fishing vessel construction and factors affecting stability and seaworthiness.
Construction, application, purpose and handling of equipment
- Vessel stability and seaworthiness
5. Apply seamanship knowledge and skills to the safe operation of the vessel at the support level.
- Knowledge of splicing ropes
- Mooring operations and the handling of mooring ropes
- Commands for mooring, anchoring and towing