
Passenger Ship Safety (Crisis Management)
Course ID: 5212
The Passenger Ship Safety (Crisis Management) course is designed for Masters, Officers, and key personnel on passenger ships who have specific responsibilities for passenger safety during emergencies. This training meets the requirements to develop the skills necessary to manage crisis situations, ensure passenger safety, and coordinate effective emergency response. The course focuses on leadership, decision-making, crowd control, and effective communication in stressful emergency scenarios.
Course Details
Duration: 1 day
Mode: Classroom-based theoretical training with interactive sessions
Certificate: STCW-compliant Crisis Management Certificate
Approved By: Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), Government of India

Course Eligibility
The Crisis Management course includes the following modules
Amendment Details & Circular References:
STCW 2010 Manila Amendments
Introduced structured Crisis Management training requirements for passenger ship personnel responsible for passenger safety.
DGS Training Circular No. 5 of 2016
Updated course title and certification requirements for Passenger Ship Safety (Crisis Management) to align with STCW 2010 and TEAP B Appendix V/3C.
Mandated certificate format changes and emphasized crisis management competencies.
DGS Training Circular No. 10 of 2004 (original guidelines)
Provided the foundation for passenger ship-specific training, including Crisis Management.
Important
This course is mandatory for designated crew members serving on passenger ships, as per national and international regulations. Certification is valid indefinitely unless otherwise specified by individual shipping company policies or flag state requirements.