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With the STCW Combi Refresher PST – FPFF – AFF from DRTC, you meet the international refresher requirements for seafarers. In two and a half intensive days, you will renew your knowledge and skills in personal survival, firefighting, and the leadership of firefighting teams, ensuring full compliance with STCW standards.
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STCW - Combi Refresher PST - FPFF - AFF (Let op - 5 Mei Lesvrij)
IntroductionThe STCW Combi Refresher PST (Personal Survival Techniques) – FPFF (Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting) – AFF (Advanced Fire Fighting) is designed for seafarers who need to renew their existing certificates. Since the implementation of the Manila Amendments 2010, periodic refresher training for these modules has become mandatory. This combined course ensures continued competence in personal safety, fire prevention, and advanced firefighting operations on board ships.
ObjectiveUpon completion of the STCW Combi Refresher PST – FPFF – AFF, participants will possess up-to-date knowledge and skills to respond effectively to emergencies on board. The training focuses on personal survival, basic and advanced firefighting, leadership of firefighting teams, and the application of preventive fire safety measures.
Target groupThis course is intended for seafarers serving on vessels subject to the STCW Convention and the Dutch Seafarers Act who need to renew their Personal Survival Techniques, Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting, and Advanced Fire Fighting certificates.
Entry requirementsParticipants must hold:
Valid basic or refresher certificates for PST, FPFF, and AFF
A valid medical certificate for seagoing service
Good health and physical fitness to safely participate in practical exercises (including the use of breathing apparatus, confined space operations, exposure to heat, and swimming)
Course contentThe training combines theory and practice, with an emphasis on realistic scenarios:
Survival at sea and life-saving actions
Fire prevention and firefighting using breathing apparatus
Leadership and organization during firefighting operations
Application of emergency procedures and coordination of evacuations
Safe use of life-saving appliances and communication in emergency situations
CertificationUpon successful completion, participants receive the following certificates:
Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques (PST) Refresher, STCW Reg. VI/1, Section A-VI/1, Table A VI/1-1
Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting (FPFF) Refresher, STCW Reg. VI/1, Section A-VI/1, Table A VI/1-2
Proficiency in Advanced Fire Fighting (AFF) Refresher, STCW Reg. VI/3, Section A-VI/3
ValidityFive years.
Course durationTwo and a half working days.
Number of participantsMinimum of 8 and maximum of 12 participants.
Course hours08:30 – 17:00 hours.
Course recognitionThis training is recognized by the Dutch government (Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate), the competent authorities of Belgium (EU), and the Marshall Islands.
This day is dedicated to survival at sea. We discuss the safety equipment available and how to use it effectively. Additionally, you will learn how a lifeboat operates in practice and what to do if you unexpectedly end up in the water.
Deze dag ligt volledig in het teken van brandbestrijding op schepen. De kennis wordt in de ochtend weer op scherp gezet doormiddel van interactieve theorie en het delen van ervaringen. Ook wordt in de ochtend het gebruik van ademlucht besproken en klaar gemaakt voor het middagprogramma. De volledige middag zal bestaan uit verschillende praktische oefeningen zoals bewegingsleer, kleine blusmiddelen en gasbrand
Day two focuses on leadership and coordination during fire and rescue operations. After a brief theoretical session on Command & Control, participants conduct outdoor firefighting exercises. In the afternoon, they train inside a mock-up ship with a bridge, tackling wood-fueled fires and performing casualty rescues.
Designed in the form of a ship, this facility enables comprehensive training in every aspect of shipboard fire-fighting.
With the best resources and facilities at our disposal, we are able to offer training and courses of the highest quality.
A converted inland vessel moored alongside our quay. It serves as a floating training facility offering a wide variety of realistic exercises, all within one integrated location.
A versatile and safe environment for realistic water training and evacuation exercises.
The ultimate training location for realistic water survival and life raft exercises.
Realistic training with portable fire extinguishers for small fire scenarios.
Realistic and safe training in gas fire suppression.
Intensive and realistic training in combating gas and liquid fires.
A four-level accommodation module from an oil rig, ideal for breathing apparatus exercises and complex emergency response training.
Realistic and safe training in helicopter hoist operations from the water and life raft.
In our fire training facility, participants learn how to act in a truly life-like fire situation. They are confronted with intense heat, dense smoke, limited visibility, and constant time pressure. This facility is specifically designed for demanding courses such as STCW Advanced Fire Fighting, NOGEPA 2.6A/B, company emergency response, and realistic scenario-based team training exercises.
What makes our fire training facility unique is the careful balance between realism and safety. The space consists of multiple compartments that can be heated and filled with smoke, either individually or in combination. This enables the practice of a wide range of scenarios: from an engine room fire or onboard compartment fire, to complex situations involving disorientation, explosion hazards, or teamwork under breathing apparatus.
This training environment is used by maritime personnel, offshore teams, industrial emergency responders, and company emergency response officers who must be prepared for fire incidents. Both individual skills and team dynamics are central: participants practice communication, leadership, and decision-making under pressure.
Instructors will guide you step by step in the correct approach to and suppression of fire outbreaks. You will learn, among other things:
The correct use of breathing apparatus
Orientation and safety in dense smoke
Deployment of hoses and extinguishing agents in confined spaces
Teamwork during heat and smoke development
Leading fire-fighting operations (for advanced participants)
All activities take place under strict safety protocols, with real-time monitoring and a debriefing after each scenario. This way, you learn not only what to do, but also why, and how to improve as a team.
Would you like to use this training environment for your team training or a specific exercise scenario?Please contact us for tailor-made programs or group options.
What makes the Lingepoort unique is its versatility and realism. The vessel features several classrooms, a pool with a life raft, a boarding area, a HUET installation, and an inflatable boat. Our lifeboat, Fast Rescue Boat (FRB), and other rescue craft are also stationed here, allowing multiple training sessions to be conducted from one central location. In addition, participants can practice capsize drills, train with the CA-EBS, and learn to identify and enter hazardous or confined spaces.
Who is it for?
The Lingepoort is used by maritime and offshore personnel, inland shipping crews, emergency responders, and trainees who want hands-on experience in a realistic shipboard environment. The facility is suitable for both individual training and full-scale team exercises.
What You’ll Practice
Under the guidance of experienced instructors, you can train on board the Lingepoort in activities such as:
Boarding exercises and water entry
Escaping and evacuating using the HUET installation
Using life rafts and inflatable boats
Operating the lifeboat, FRB, and other rescue craft
Performing capsize drills
Applying CA-EBS procedures in emergency situations
Identifying and safely entering confined or hazardous spaces
Hands-on training in a realistic shipboard environment
All exercises are carried out under strict safety protocols and concluded with a debriefing, ensuring that participants not only master the procedures but also understand the underlying principles.
For Your Organization
Would you like to use the Lingepoort for team training or custom programs?Get in touch with us — we’ll be happy to discuss the options and create a tailored program that fully meets your needs.
Our pool is specifically designed for maritime and offshore safety training. Here, participants can practice various rescue and evacuation procedures in the water under controlled conditions.
What makes this pool unique is its versatility: it can be used for training with life rafts, boarding exercises, HUET simulations, capsize and entry drills, and the use of safety equipment such as the CA-EBS. All activities are supervised by experienced instructors to ensure a safe learning environment.
The pool is used by offshore personnel, maritime crews, industrial emergency responders, and trainees who want to gain hands-on experience in water-related emergency situations.
Under the guidance of experienced instructors, you can train in the pool in areas such as:
Swimming and survival while wearing work clothes or a life jacket
Boarding and evacuating via a boarding platform
Using and boarding life rafts
Training with CA-EBS and other breathing aids
Escaping from the HUET installation (helicopter underwater escape)
Performing capsize and orientation exercises
Working together and communicating effectively during water emergencies
All exercises are conducted under strict safety protocols and followed by a debriefing, ensuring participants not only master the procedures but also understand the principles behind them.
Would you like to use the pool for customized training or team exercises?Contact us — we offer group sessions and tailor the program to meet your organization’s specific needs.
At the Raft Basin, participants train in the use of life rafts and sea survival techniques. In this controlled water environment, trainees experience what it’s like to survive, cooperate, and remain calm during real emergency situations.
What makes the Raft Basin unique is the ability to practice realistic scenarios — from boarding an inflated life raft and trying different entry techniques to forming groups in the water and coping with limited visibility and stress.
The Raft Basin is used by offshore and maritime personnel, wind industry teams, and emergency responders who may face sea evacuations in their line of work. It’s also an essential training environment for emergency response and safety courses where water survival is a key focus.
Under the guidance of experienced instructors, participants train in areas such as:
Boarding a life raft from the water
Practicing different entry techniques (individually and as a team)
Group formation and teamwork in the water
Safe use of life jackets and survival equipment
Coping with stress, cold, and limited visibility
Basic water survival skills in emergency situations
All exercises are conducted under strict safety protocols, with a detailed briefing beforehand and a debriefing afterward. This ensures that participants not only master the actions but also understand their context and importance.
Would you like to use the Raft Basin for team training or customized programs?Contact us — we’ll be happy to help design a program that fits your organization’s specific needs.
Participants learn how to safely and effectively extinguish fires using handheld and portable fire extinguishers. Training takes place in realistic outdoor fire scenarios, allowing trainees to experience firsthand how different extinguishers work and what their limitations are.
What makes this facility unique is the hands-on approach to a variety of fire situations — from small liquid and gas fires to solid materials. Participants not only practice firefighting techniques but also learn to assess safety, distance, and the appropriate extinguishing strategy.
Who is it for
The Small Fire Extinguisher Training Area is used by maritime personnel, offshore teams, industrial emergency responders, and emergency response officers (BHV) who need to know how to control small fires quickly and effectively.
What you’ll practice
Under the guidance of experienced instructors, participants will learn to:
Identify different types of fires and select the appropriate extinguishing agent
Use portable extinguishers (powder, foam, CO₂) effectively
Extinguish small liquid and gas fires
Approach safely and aim extinguishers accurately
Understand the limitations and capabilities of portable fire extinguishers
Ensure personal safety and assess risks during firefighting
All exercises are
At the Gas Fire Training Area, participants learn how to approach and extinguish gas fires safely and in a controlled manner. This facility uses realistic setups where pressurized gas is ignited, allowing trainees to experience how dangerous and unpredictable a gas fire can be.
What makes the Gas Fire Training Area unique is the expert guidance and focus on a variety of attack techniques, extinguishing agents, and safety strategies. The emphasis is not only on extinguishing the flames but also on understanding the risks and safely shutting off the source.
The Gas Fire Training Area is used by maritime personnel, offshore teams, industrial emergency responders, and firefighters who may encounter gas installations or pipelines in their work and want to learn how to respond safely during such incidents.
Approach a gas fire safely
Identify the risks associated with gas leaks and fires
Apply the correct extinguishing agents and techniques
Shut off the gas source and prevent escalation
Work effectively as a team when combating gas fires
Maintain personal safety and use protective equipment properly
All exercises are conducted under strict safety protocols, with thorough briefings and debriefings. This ensures that participants not only develop practical skills but also gain a solid understanding of the underlying principles of gas fire suppression.
For your organization
Would you like to train your employees in the safe suppression of gas fires?Contact us — we’ll create a program tailored to the specific risks and needs of your organization.
The Living Quarters is a four-story accommodation module originally from an offshore drilling rig. All rooms remain in their authentic condition — from the canteen to the control room, and from the cabins to even the sauna — making the Living Quarters an exceptionally realistic training environment.
What makes this facility unique is that no live fire is used, yet it is perfectly suited for complex response exercises. The structure is widely used for training in basic breathing apparatus skills, orientation in large buildings, and large-scale scenarios where fire props are positioned directly against the structure. This creates a realistic interplay between firefighting, rescue, and building search operations.
The Living Quarters is used by firefighters, offshore and maritime teams, industrial emergency responders, and emergency response officers (BHV) who want to train in a large-scale and complex building environment.
Apply basic skills for working with breathing apparatus
Navigate and move safely within large, multi-level structures
Perform rescue and evacuation of casualties in different types of rooms
Communicate and coordinate effectively in a large and complex environment
Operate in combination with fire props positioned next to or against the building
All exercises are conducted under strict safety protocols and thoroughly debriefed afterward, enabling participants to translate their experience into practical knowledge.
Would you like your team to train in a realistic, multi-level accommodation module with its original interior?Contact us — we’ll design a program tailored to your specific learning objectives.
The Heli Hoist Raft Station is our dedicated facility for training rescue operations using a helicopter hoist. Participants experience what it’s like to be lifted from the water or a life raft with the help of a heli sling and winch.
What makes this facility unique is the combination of realistic training and maximum safety. Under the supervision of experienced instructors, trainees become familiar with the procedures, equipment, and physical experience of a helicopter hoist operation over water.
The Heli Hoist Raft Station is used by maritime and offshore personnel, wind industry teams, and emergency responders who may encounter helicopter evacuations or rescues in their line of work.
Prepare for a helicopter hoist operation
Safely enter a heli sling from the water or a life raft
Maintain proper body position and communication during the hoist
Work effectively with rescue teams and helicopter crews
Manage tension and stress during hoisting procedures
Maintain orientation and ensure safety during water and air operations
All exercises are carried out under strict safety protocols with continuous supervision. This provides a lifelike experience while maintaining maximum safety at all times.
Would you like your team to train in helicopter hoist techniques over water?Contact us — we offer customized programs tailored to the practical needs of offshore, wind, and maritime operations.
Our experienced trainers challenge you to bring out the best in yourself. Our program coordinators are available to provide you with all information and to answer any practical questions regarding the training.
Maarten Janse was born and raised in Zeeland and has a deep connection with the sea. After completing his Bachelor of Maritime Officer degree at the Maritime Institute De Ruyter (2002–2006), he began his career as a 4th officer on the cruise ships of Holland America Line. In the years that followed, he progressed to 1st officer and gained worldwide experience in ship navigation and maneuvering, delivering safety training to crew in various emergency roles, organizing emergency drills, and leading teams responsible for the maintenance of lifesaving appliances and fire detection, prevention, and firefighting systems.
In 2022, Maarten made the transition to a shore-based position, wishing to spend more time with his family while sharing his extensive hands-on experience with others. As a Senior Maritime Instructor at DRTC, he delivers training such as AFF, PST, PSCRB, FRB, ECDIS, GWO, and MCRM, as well as modules within ship management. His trainings are realistic, practice-oriented, and always linked to real-world situations. Maarten holds the certificate of competency as Master Mariner (all ships) and Firefighting Crew Member, and is a certified CAE MCRM instructor, making him a specialist in maritime incident response and teamwork.
Maarten has a strong passion for sharing knowledge. As a black belt holder in Kyokushin karate, he enthusiastically taught both youth and adults for many years. That same energy, dedication and attention to the participant characterize his approach in every training he delivers.
As a native of Limburg, he developed a passion for the sea at a young age, which led him to complete the MBO program Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch, All Ships at Scalda College in Vlissingen. After a short period at sea, working in various ranks and on different vessels, he chose a shore-based career in search of greater stability.
Following several shore-based positions, he joined De Ruyter Training & Consultancy in February 2025 as a Maritime Instructor for both STCW and GWO training. He finds great satisfaction in seeing participants successfully complete their training and highly values the camaraderie among his colleagues.
Born and raised in Zeeland, Michel de Pooter carries the sea in his heart. From a young age, his parents took him along on their sailing boat, instilling in him a deep-rooted love for the water and maritime life.
After completing his Maritime Officer training, Michel began his career as a 4th Officer with the cruise ships of Holland America Line. In the following years, he rose through the ranks to Staff Captain, gaining a wealth of experience in leadership and ship operations on board cruise vessels worldwide.
In 2025, Michel chose a new course: a shore-based position that allowed him to spend more time with his family while sharing his extensive hands-on knowledge with others. As Senior Maritime Instructor at DRTC, he delivers a variety of maritime training programs and is also regularly involved in the preparation and development of courses at the office.
Born and raised in Brabant (very close to Efteling), Emile spent around 18 highly adventurous and educational years as part of the military system. Qualified to operate in extended various disciplines and shaped by the rigorous “green” Methodology, he developed a keen ability to respond inventively and ad hoc to incidents under Spartan conditions, a skillset still tested in practice somewhere on the globe today.
Since 2018, he has combined this discipline with SOLAS, STCW, and hands-on maritime expertise, delivered with a touch of humor, sharing his knowledge during training sessions under the motto: “Train as you fight.” He mainly works at the DRTC site in Flushing, on-site at companies, and on board vessels (an honorary privilege!), though he started out at the Groningen-site.
As a hobbyist in MARCOM, he contributes to DRTC’s consistently strong performance (≥90%) on CBR exam results.
Key traits: No-nonsense, energetic.
Jorian Schut was born and raised in Bergen op Zoom, where he grew up surrounded by water. Through sea scouts and sailing he discovered his passion for the sea and adventure. After completing his Maritime Officer studies at HZ University of Applied Sciences in Vlissingen (2016–2020), he started his seafaring career in early 2021 as an officer on heavy lift vessels. For four years he sailed worldwide and gained extensive experience with ice navigation in the Arctic region.
In early 2024, Jorian decided to pursue a shore-based career. Having previously attended his own safety courses at DRTC, he returned with great memories of that time – this time as an Maritime instructor. Since then, he has been delivering nearly the full range of STCW training, simulation training and GWO programs at DRTC. In addition, he is actively involved in the development of new courses, ensuring the training offer remains relevant and of high quality.
His training style is hands-on, approachable and always focused on learning together. Jorian values the stories and experiences of participants, creating an environment where everyone learns from one another. For him, safety courses should never feel like a mandatory exercise, but rather like a meaningful and enjoyable experience.
With certifications such as Firefighting Crew Member (and currently training for Firefighting Commander) and practical experience in challenging maritime environments, Jorian has built a solid foundation. Looking ahead, his ambition is to further expand his role by delivering more courses, developing new programs and taking on greater leadership responsibilities within the organization.
Marcel is a true Vlissingen native, deeply connected to the fire service and to firefighting in both the industrial and maritime sectors. After completing his commercial studies, he devoted his career to sharing his knowledge and practical experience at the training center in Vlissingen, DRTC, and the Zeeland Safety Region. To achieve this, he obtained all relevant firefighting diplomas. Since 1999 (initially part-time and later full-time), he has been doing this work with great pleasure and passion. Together with his enthusiastic, skilled, and experienced colleagues, he provides courses in Basic Training/Advanced Fire Fighting as well as refresher courses in firefighting.
In addition, he regularly works on industrial sites to organize and supervise firefighting training sessions. When a client has a gap in their command officer schedule, Marcel steps in there as well. He also works on a project basis with clients to solve more complex issues.
In his free time, Marcel is active as a (core) instructor for the Zeeland Safety Region.
Bas Gloudemans has been active in maritime safety training for many years. What began as a hobby—diving during HUET training—has grown into a passion for the maritime industry. After starting his career as an instructor and completing training as a safety specialist, Bas held various management positions at different training providers.
In addition to his dedication to safety training, the development of training centers both in the Netherlands and abroad has played a central role throughout his career. With experience from the Middle East, Asia, and Europe, Bas ultimately settled in what may well be considered the cradle of maritime education and training in the Netherlands: beautiful Zeeland.
Alongside his directorial responsibilities, Bas is still occasionally active as an instructor. After all, old habits die hard…
DRTC provides a wide range of accredited safety courses for the maritime, offshore, wind and industrial sectors.
See the current course overview on our website or contact drtc@drtc.nl for advice on the right training for your needs.
For seafarers and maritime professionals who must comply with international STCW requirements.
Yes, our STCW courses are recognised by the Dutch flag state (the Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate – ILT). Each certificate includes the relevant STCW reference, ensuring international recognition.
We offer Basic Training (BT), Advanced Fire Fighting (AFF), Medical First Aid (MFA), Medical Care (MC), Proficiency in (Fast) Rescue Boats (PSCRB/FRB), and Security Awareness/Designated Duties.
Most STCW certificates must be renewed every 5 years (depending on the module and sea time requirements). Check the course page for exact details.
Yes, a valid maritime medical certificate is mandatory for participation.
Bring valid identification, a medical certificate (mandatory), and swimwear/towel if the course includes a pool module. PPE and rescue equipment are provided by DRTC.
Courses are available in Dutch or English. Additional support for reading difficulties can be arranged on request.
You will receive a digital and/or physical certificate in compliance with STCW standards. The format may vary by course.
Not required, but possible. Call us for advice or available options at +31 118 463 382 or email drtc@drtc.nl.
Yes, we can. You can request this when booking or contact us by email or phone. We will arrange a suitable hotel and package for your stay.
You can cancel your booking by contacting us via email or phone. For open enrolment courses you may cancel free of charge up to 5 working days before the start. For customised training you may cancel free of charge up to 14 working days before the start. If you cancel within those deadlines the full course fee will be invoiced.
Visit our ‘Frequently Asked Questions’ page for more information, or contact us at +31 118 463 382 or email drtc@drtc.nl.