Some flag states (e.g., UK’s MCA, Liberia, Marshall Islands) harmonize their national syllabi with IMO Model Course 1.19. They may publish an equivalent free PDF on their official websites.

specifically addresses Table A-VI/1-1 of the STCW Code, which specifies the minimum standard of competence for personal survival techniques. The course aims to give trainees the knowledge and skills to:

In the complex world of maritime education, the quality of a seafarer’s training is only as good as the instructor who delivers it. Recognizing this, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) developed . This document is not merely a syllabus—it is a pedagogical blueprint. This feature explores the structure, content, and strategic value of the IMO Model Course 1.19 PDF , a digital cornerstone for any STCW-compliant training center.

Model Course 1.19: Proficiency In Personal Survival Techniques

Taking initial actions upon boarding survival craft to increase chances of recovery.