Fast Rescue Boat (FRB) Operator's Course

STCW

Course also known as: Fast Rescue Craft, FRC

Provides participants with the knowledge and skills to safely operate a Fast Rescue Boat (FRB) and handle a casualty in a FRB. AMSA-approved.

Fast Rescue Boat (FRB) Operator's Course is delivered by classroom theory sessions followed immediately by practical hands-on training sessions.

Course Entry Prerequisite

Please note the following prerequisite is for entry onto the course and evidence must be provided upon enrolment:

  • STCW Certificate of Competency for International Waters (Masters and Deck Officers); or
  • AMSA issued Certificates of Proficiency as Rating; or 
  • STCW Certificate of Proficiency in Survival Craft

Certification

The following certificate will be issued by AMC to participants who successfully complete* the course:

  • Certificate of Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats (AMSA approved), meeting the requirements of STCW Reg VI/2 and Code Section A-VI/2, Table A-VI/2-2

*100% attendance, full participation and completion of all practical exercises is required.

Approved By

Australian Maritime Safety Authority 

Accepted By 

Antigua and Barbuda Department of Marine Services and Merchant Shipping  |  Bahamas Maritime Authority  |  Bermuda Shipping and Maritime Authority  |  Maritime Authority of the Cayman Islands  |  Marine Department of Hong Kong  |  Liberian Registry  |  Republic of Marshall Islands Maritime Administrator  |  Panama Maritime Authority.

A very well structured and presented course. I’ll definitely be using AMC Search for future short course needs as well as recommending them to colleagues within the Australian shipping industry.

Richard Hall, Teekay


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  • Duration: 3 days
  • AMSA Approved Course
  • Course Options: (GST exempt)
    28 February - 1 March 2024 | Beauty Point, TAS | $2,875
    17-19 April 2024 | Beauty Point, TAS | $2,875
    04-06 June 2024 | Beauty Point, TAS | $2,875
    24-26 July 2024 | Beauty Point, TAS | $2,875
    30 September - 02 October 2024 | Beauty Point, TAS | $2,875
    09-11 December 2024 | Beauty Point, TAS | $2,875
  • Course available on demand

    This course is available on demand, delivered at various locations. To express interest, please contact us.

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AMC Search (AMCS) is operating a COVID-Safe campus aligned with the protocols and procedures established by the University of Tasmania. The safety and wellbeing of staff, students and the broader community is an absolute priority for the University of Tasmania.

We strongly encourage everyone to remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations but no longer require our students to be vaccinated to come to our university campuses, facilities or events.

Payment methods accepted:

  • Register now and pay later (payment required 15 days before the course starts)
  • Credit Card (online or via (03) 6324-9850)
  • Bank Deposit
  • Company sponsorship.

Detailed payment options are available here.

Face to face courses

Cancellations up to 15 working days prior to the scheduled date will be accepted without penalty. Cancellations less than 15 working days will be subject to 100% cancellation fee.

AMC Search reserves the right to cancel the course 15 working days prior to the scheduled date if insufficient registrations are received. Any fees paid for cancelled courses will be refunded in full.

When making flight bookings please ensure you book on a fully refundable basis.

Online courses

Payment of course fees, or authorisation to invoice from your company, is required before access to the online learning environment is provided. Please note, it will take between 2-4 business days to provide your access to the online course if you have not studied previously with AMC Search, the Australian Maritime College or the University of Tasmania.

Location Information

This course is conducted at the Beauty Point Campus of the Australian Maritime College.

Beauty Point is situated approx 52 kms north of Launceston.

Participants are advised to arrange accommodation at Beauty Point and transfers from Launceston airport to Beauty Point, as there is no public transport available.

Accommodation Options

There are a range of accommodation options at Beauty Point, Tasmania.

  • Beauty Point Waterfront Hotel, 16 Flinders St, Beauty Point, TAS, 7270. Phone - (03) 6383-4363
  • Hotel Riveria, 19 Lenborough St, Beauty Point, TAS, 7270. Phone - (03) 6383-4153
  • Tamar Cove Motel, 4421 West Tamar Highway, Beauty Point, TAS, 7270. Phone - (03) 6383-4375
  • Beauty Point Tourist Park, 36 West Arm Road, Beauty Point, TAS, 7270. Phone - (03) 6383-4536