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Launceston
Introduction
To provide the student with an insight into the various elements of a ship and working procedures onboard so they adjust to the shipboard environment and are better prepared to cope with any unforeseen circumstances. Equivalent to MARF041Observe personal safety and social responsibility
Summary
| Unit name | Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities |
| Unit code | JVD172 |
| Credit points | 2.5 |
| College/School | Sciences and Engineering Australian Maritime College |
| Discipline | Seafaring and Maritime Operations |
| Coordinator | Mr Umar Khan |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Introductory |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
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| Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 1 |
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| Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 3 |
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- Key:
- On-campus
Off-Campus- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
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| AMC MT Main Block 1 | 1/2/2026 | 11/6/2026 | 11/6/2026 | 13/6/2026 |
| AMC MT Main Block 3 | 14/6/2026 | 19/11/2026 | 19/11/2026 | 21/11/2026 |
| Semester 1 | 22/2/2026 | 16/3/2026 | 19/4/2026 | 13/6/2026 |
| Semester 2 | 5/7/2026 | 27/7/2026 | 30/8/2026 | 24/10/2026 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Comply with emergency procedures onboard a ship during an emergency at sea and in port.
- Identify ways to prevent pollution of the marine environment while working at sea and in port.
- Apply safe working practices onboard the ship while working at sea and in port.
- Communicate on board a ship during work time and emergencies.
- Assess the value of maintaining good relationships onboard a ship.
- Determine when interventions are required on board a ship if there are signs of fatigue.
- Identify harassment and bullying while working onboard and describe appropriate responses?
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
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| 031705 | $238.00 | $238.00 | not applicable | $687.00 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UniConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 2-days STCW short course. Day 1 at Newnham campus, Day 2 at Beauty Point campus. |
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| Assessment | Personal Safety and Social Responsibility Part 2|Personal Safety and Social Responsibility Part 2|Personal Safety and Social Responsibility Part 2|Personal Safety and Social Responsibility Part 1 (100%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Using PSSR Learning Guide |
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