Being a Deckhand is Exciting, Challenging and even Fun but it can be dangerous work....... That's why you have to be trained properly.
EVERY DAY, vessels are being involved in accidents around the world. Rough Seas, Collisions, Sinkings, Groundings, Fires, Persons Lost Overboard, these are just some of the risks of working in the maritime industry.
With so many risks involved, governments around the world, including Australia, are now insisting on more intense, professional training. In Australia it is a legal requirement to undergo training before you can work on a commercial vessel and make the maritime industry your career choice.
To make sure you are aware of these risks, and the environment that the maritime industry works in, please click on the link below to read the current list of maritime incidents BEFORE YOU ENROL: