SSSC – FULL COURSE
To achieve an Australian Sailing Safety & Sea Survival Certificate accreditation, you will need to complete the e-Learning course, the online theory exam, and the practical wet drills.
We have partnered with Pacific Sailing School, an accredited Australian Sailing SSSC Centre, for the delivery of the full SSSC course with the practical module delivered in Newcastle.
- Book direct with Pacific Sailing School – [email protected] / 02 9326 2399
- Please advise them of your AS Number
THEORY MODULE
Online e-Learning
This is an online course. After you have enrolled, we will send your login details. The SSSC e-learning course takes around 6 hours to complete. The content is structured so you can review the material as fast or as slow as you feel comfortable.
Theory Exam
It is a requirement to complete a 25 multiple-choice question exam, included in the online course, with a successful pass mark of 80% (20 correct) before participating in wet drill activities.
Upon completion of the theory exam, you will be provided with proof of completion to present to the Australian Sailing accredited SSSC Instructor when you are completing your wet drills.
(If you have already completed the Theory module and received your proof of completion, you can complete only the Practical module)
PRACTICAL MODULE
Wet Drills
The practical wet drills and flare demonstrations must be completed within 12 months of completing the e-Learning and exam.
The practical wet drills will be conducted at Charlestown Swim Centre (Dickinson Street, Charlestown) and the flare demonstration back at the NCYC Marina (Hannell Street, Wickham).
Your AS Safety & Sea Survival Certificate will be issued on the completion date of the practical wet drills.
PRACTICAL MODULE PROGRAM
- 2:00pm to 5:00pm at Charlestown Pool
- 5:15pm to 6:00pm at NCYC Marina
- After course catch up and debrief in The Foredeck in the NCYC Clubhouse
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
- To assist offshore skippers and crews in developing awareness of respective responsibilities.
- To offer and discuss practical strategies for coping with emergencies at sea.
- To familiarize skippers and crews with safety and emergency equipment, its purpose, deployment, and use.
WHAT TO BRING
- Your AS Number,
- Offshore wet weather gear including sea boots (if you have them),
- PFD 1 life jacket with crutch strap (these can be hired),
- Safety harness with crutch strap and tether,
- Sun protection,
- Change of clothes for after wet drill (jeans & jumper/overalls),
- Large garbage bag to put your wet gear in,
- Footwear (enclosed) for flare drills (deck shoes or sea boots – NO sandals or thongs),
- Sailing gloves.
REVALIDATION
In order to maintain your certification, you are required to revalidate every 5 years.
