The Course
The Six Maritime Crewman's Course equips new hires with essential nautical knowledge and seamanship skills for their roles as small boat crewmen. It begins with a welcome and orientation, followed by lessons on nautical terminology, knot tying, and handling lines and fenders. Shipyard safety protocols are covered, focusing on personal protective equipment and hazard identification. The course includes an overview of the BAE, NASSCO, and Austal Shipyards in San Diego Bay and emphasizes proper watchstanding procedures for security and vigilance. Participants are introduced to the Waterborne Security Officer (WSO) promotion pipeline, outlining career advancement. Each participant receives a handout with key nautical terms, safety protocols, and an overview of the shipyards. This course is for new employees who have completed their Six Maritime orientation training.
What you will learn
The Six Maritime Crewman's Course is meticulously crafted to equip newly hired employees with essential nautical knowledge and fundamental seamanship skills critical for their roles as small boat crewmen in a maritime security company. This comprehensive course spans multiple modules, beginning with a warm welcome and orientation session to familiarize participants with the training environment and protocols. It delves into essential nautical terminology, enabling effective communication within maritime contexts. Basic seamanship skills are thoroughly covered, including practical knot tying and the proper handling of lines and fenders, ensuring crewmen are proficient in these crucial tasks. Shipyard safety is another key focus, with detailed instructions on the use of personal protective equipment and identification of common hazards, promoting a culture of safety and preparedness. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the BAE, NASSCO, and Austal Shipyards in San Diego Bay, through an overview module designed to acquaint them with these significant operational environments. The course also emphasizes proper watchstanding procedures, essential for maintaining vigilance and security during maritime operations. Additionally, the Waterborne Security Officer (WSO) promotion pipeline is introduced, outlining the path for career advancement within the company. Each participant will receive a student handout at the beginning of the course, containing key nautical terms, safety protocols, knot tying guides, watchstanding procedures, and an overview of the contracted shipyards. This course is intended for newly hired employees who have successfully completed their Six Maritime orientation training, ensuring they are well-prepared to undertake their duties with competence and confidence.
Curriculum
Your instructor
Andrew Figueroa is a Waterborne Training Instructor with Six Maritime Inc. in San Diego, CA. His prior work experience includes 12 years of military service as a combat veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. During his military service and 5 overseas deployments to Iraq, Syria, Jordan, Kuwait, and Japan, then-Staff Sergeant Andrew Figueroa became an expert and professional of combat leadership and infantry tactics to include service as an instructor of maritime navigation and amphibious raid operations, leadership in military operations on urbanized terrain, and combat marksmanship for service rifles and pistols. His most recent work experience with Six Maritime Inc. includes developing curriculum and providing training and education courses as an instructor of 11-meter Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats (RHIBs), 7-meter RHIBs, Basic Coxswains Skills, Small Boat Crewmen, and Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV).
Andrew Figueroa currently maintains his Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) as a Master of 25-ton Vessels upon Inland Waters and Mate upon Near Coastal Waters. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration and is a 2nd-year, graduate student of Homeland Security at San Diego State University.
Expert
Mastering Precision and Efficiency on the Water
Advanced
Navigating Challenges and Safety at Sea
Essential
Foundation Skills for Every Small Boat Crewman