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Passenger Ship Familiarization (PSF) – Crowd Management

A 1-day DG Shipping-approved course that prepares seafarers to manage passengers and crowds effectively in emergencies on board passenger ships.

Duration

Duration

3 days

Affiliation

Affiliation

Indian Maritime University (IMU)

Approval

Approval

Directorate General of Shipping, Government of India

Notice

System Upgradation Notice

Due to upgradation of DGMA to the new eNavik module, there will be a delay in attendance updates and certificate generation. Inconvenience regretted.

Quick Facts

Fee
The Passenger Ship Familiarization (PSF) – Crowd Management fee at Eurotech Maritime Academy, Kochi is ₹5,750, including study materials.
Duration
3 days
Eligibility
This course is mandatory for all seafarers intend to join passenger ships.
Approval
Approved by the Directorate General of Shipping, Government of India (DGS course ID 5211).

Passenger Ship Familiarization (PSF) – Crowd Management fees

Course fee

₹5,750

For the whole course of 3 days, paid at booking.

The fee is the same for every candidate, from Kerala, the rest of India or abroad, and the course is held at the Kochi campus. Book a batch date on this page to hold a seat; the fee is paid online when you book.

Fees can change; a confirmed booking keeps the fee quoted when it was paid. Cancellations follow the cancellation and refund policy. Compare with every other short course on the STCW and short course fees page.

Who takes this course

This course is mandatory for seafarers intending to join passenger ships, regardless of rank or department, so that they can manage passengers and crowds during onboard emergencies.

After the course

Completing this course and its exit exam qualifies the seafarer to serve on passenger ships with the required crowd management competency.

Important Notice

Bring CDC, passport, and certificates on the first day.

Course Details

Course Overview

The Passenger Ship Familiarization (PSF) – Crowd Management course is required for seafarers assigned duties on passenger vessels. It provides knowledge and skills to manage passengers during normal and emergency conditions, including effective communication, crowd control, and assisting individuals with special needs. The course complies with STCW Regulation V/2 and DG Shipping requirements.

Curriculum Overview

Classroom and interactive session covering passenger care and crowd safety techniques

  • DGS Course ID

    5211

  • Exit Exam

    Applicable

  • E-Learning

    Applicable

  • E-Learning Hours

    10

  • Pass Mark

    60%

  • Course Validity

    -

Program Features IconKey Program Features

  • Required for personnel working on passenger ships
  • Focused on real-life crowd handling and communication
  • STCW-compliant curriculum with practical simulations
  • Special emphasis on assisting passengers in distress

Learning Outcomes IconLearning Outcomes

  • Confident handling of passenger safety during emergencies
  • Communication skills for calm evacuation and coordination
  • Understanding of ship layout, safety equipment, and alarm systems
  • Awareness of procedures for managing persons with disabilities

Required Documents IconRequired Documents

  • INDOS
  • Passport
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Document Submission

Upload documents during application or via your profile after enrollment.

  • Reporting Time

    Reporting Time

    9.00 AM

  • Batch Strength Policy

    Batch Strength Policy

    As per D G Shipping Training Circular No 4 of 2018 MTI’s are directed not to conduct any batch, if the batch strength is less than 25% of the approved intake capacity granted by the Directorate.

  • Dress Code

    Dress Code

    Formals (Collarless T-shirt’s, Shorts, Sandals, Bathroom slippers are not permitted)

Fee IconFee Structure

  • Course Fee₹5,750.00
  • Study MaterialsIncluded
  • Total₹5,750.00

Questions

Questions about Passenger Ship Familiarization (PSF) – Crowd Management

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