Safe Transport Victoria is the state’s marine safety agency, responsible for administering the Marine Safety Act 2010 (Vic) (MSA) and the Marine Safety Regulations 2023 (Vic) (MSR). As part of this role, Safe Transport Victoria (STV) accredits training providers to deliver training and assessment that qualifies applicants for a recreational Marine Licence and Personal Watercraft (PWC) endorsement.

This application process enables organisations to apply to the Safety Director for accreditation to provide prescribed training and assessment services pursuant to section 271D(1) of the MSA and regulation 131 of the MSR.

Accredited Training Providers (ATPs) will deliver classroom-based training and assessment. Upon successful completion, students will receive a Certificate of Attainment, which qualifies them to apply for a marine licence to operate registered recreational vessels in Victoria.

Applications will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

Training and Assessment Quality
Training and assessment strategies and lesson plans will be assessed for alignment with the National Maritime Safety Committee’s Guidelines for Recreational Boat Operator Competencies, in line with best practices. Guidance is available in the MSV Maritime ATP Training Standards.

RTO Status and Business Registration
Applicants must:

  • Be a current Registered Training Organisation (RTO)
  • Have a registered business name in the State of Victoria
  • Provide evidence of legal entity status

Maritime Training Experience
Applicants must demonstrate:

  • At least 12 months’ experience in delivering maritime or similar training and assessment
  • Involvement in programs accredited by a state/federal regulator or industry body, especially where licensing or permitting is involved

Insurance Requirements
Applicants must provide evidence of:

  • Workers’ Compensation insurance (where applicable under the Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2013 (Vic))
  • Professional Liability insurance
  • Public Indemnity insurance. Existing certificates or written confirmation of insurability are acceptable. This is a mandatory requirement.

Training Facilities and Resources
Applicants must have access to suitable professional training venues and equipment. Refer to the MSV Maritime ATP Training Standards for specific requirements.

Child Safety Compliance
Training providers must be equipped to work with children as young as 12. All trainers must have current Working with Children Checks.

The submitted Training and Assessment Strategy must clearly address the following:

  • Recruitment and professional development of training staff, including staying current with maritime industry developments
  • Management of staff working with children aged 12 and above
  • Collection and secure handling of applicants’ identity evidence, with attention to privacy and accuracy
  • Suitability and OHS compliance of training venues, and procedures for ongoing venue assessment
  • Course delivery outline including:
    • Estimated course duration
    • Processes to identify and support learners with low language, literacy, and numeracy (LLN) skills
  • Assessment process outline including:
    • Estimated assessment duration
    • Method of delivery and structure
  • Continuous improvement processes for course content and delivery
  • Measures to ensure consistency and quality among all trainers
  • Methods and frequency for collecting participant feedback and how it will be used to enhance course quality

Note: Assessment questions will be provided by Safe Transport Victoria and updated in accordance with the latest VicRoads tests for marine licences and PWC endorsements.

Applicants must submit the following:

  • Completed application form (see below)
  • Comprehensive training and assessment strategy, lesson plans, and resources for both Marine Licence and PWC endorsement
  • Evidence of:
    • RTO registration
    • Business registration in Victoria
    • Legal entity type
    • Commercial registration and current certificates of survey for any commercial vessels used
    • Insurance for workers’ compensation, public liability, and professional indemnity
    • Working with Children Checks for all trainers
    • Relevant maritime training experience

Applicants are encouraged to review the training standards and other guidance documents before submission. Unsuccessful applicants are welcome to seek feedback.

Marine Licence Training – Application for Accreditation

Training Provider Details

Training Provider Head Office

Address(Required)

Principal place of business (if different from above)

Address

Nominated Principal

The Nominated Principal is the person who has the authority to act on behalf of the Training Entity in relation to all matters under the MSV Maritime ATP General Terms and Conditions.

Nominated Liaison Officer

The Nominated Liaison Officer is the person who has day-to-day charge of the work to be performed in relation to the MSV Maritime ATP General Terms and Conditions.
Details of all staff who will be signing Certificates of Attainment if not the Nominated Principal or Liaison Officer
Title
First name
Last name
Position title
Email
Phone
Mobile
Fax
 

List the towns or suburbs the course will be delivered

Enter towns or suburbs below(Required)

Supporting documentation

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