Bridge watchmen form part of a team involved in the following activities:

• Keeping a lookout
• Steering the vessel
• Operating communication systems
• Handling ropes and chains
• Anchoring and mooring
• Responding to emergencies
• Assisting in cargo operations

The Program

This 12-week full-time entry-level program is based on modular courses and provides you with the following training certificates:

• BCIT Recognition of Training in Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
• Industry Canada Restricted Operator's Certificate - Maritime Commercial
• Academy of Emergency Marine Basic First Aid Certificate and a Transport Canada Training Certificate
• Transport Canada Bridge Watchman Training Certificate

Successful completion will also make you eligible for four months of sea time remission.

Please note: This Transport Canada accredited course requires 90% attendance and an aggregated 70% passing grade. To achieve full Transport Canada certification, you must complete an additional two months of sea time, as well as Basic Safety Training (MEDI 1500) and Survival Craft training (MEDI 1800).

Due to the popularity of the Bridge Watchman program, only completed applications, with the required documents, will be considered. Applicants are required to attend an interview.

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