Course catalogue

Who is the course for?

Personnel responsible for cooking, preparing or handling food and others working in the kitchen/galley/dining areas.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide you with an introduction to industry best practice in relation to food safety, health and hygiene.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will provide personnel with an introduction to industry best practice in relation food safety, health and hygiene and help reinforce the importance of good food safety practices in the workplace.

What standards are referenced in the course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards.

Is there an assessment? 

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is the course for?

Engineers.

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide you with an awareness of how a hydraulic system operates.

How will the course benefit my company?

It is intended to provide the knowledge to carry out maintenance of the systems which will help reduce accident.

What standards are referenced in the course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

STCW Training programme for courses approved by the Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA).

This training programme consists of three elements:

• This eLearning module (ETC: 90 minutes)

• Practical training onboard (ETC: 12 hours), and

• The final exam (ETC: 30 minutes) 

Please read through the Evaluation Procedure  for more information prior to starting the training programme.

Who is this course for?

Ship Officers

Is previous experience required?

Documented 12 months seaservice as an officer onboard an ISPS vessel. 

How will this course benefit me?

After successfully completing this course, you should be able to undertake the duties and responsibilities of a Ship Security Officer, as defined in section A/12.2 of the ISPS Code and in section A-VI/5 of the STCW Code. The course enables you to maintain and supervise the implementation of the Ship Security Plan, evaluate the security risk, threat and vulnerability, make regular inspections to ensure that appropriate safeguards are implemented and maintained, and ensure that the security systems are operated, tested and calibrated correctly.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are qualified and certified as a Ship Security Officer (SSO).

What standards are referred to in this course?

STCW A-VI/5 and ISPS code section A/12.2.

Is there an assessment?

The exam includes questions on the theory aspects covered during the initial eLearning AND the activities completed during the onboard assessment. You should not attempt the exam until you have completed both aspects of the training.

Certificate:

When the training is completed, a certificate is issued by the Norwegian Maritime Authority.

The Norwegian Maritime Authority charge an additional fee to issue the formal STCW Certificate.

Who is this course for?

Everyone working on low voltage installations.

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course and it is assumed that you are competent in your designated role

How will this course benefit me?

The course meets the requirements set in § 7 of the "Safety Regulations for Work and Operation of Electrical Equipment and Installations- FSE", that relevant personnel shall be given annual training and instruction in FSE. The course also provides the necessary training and instruction in first aid, focusing on electrical injuries, with the exception of the mandatory practical training in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

The regulations of various authorities make FSE applicable to all those working with electricity, whether on board ship, on platforms or on land. This course is suitable for all, regardless of which industry you work in.

The authorities require that training in FSE and first aid in the event of electrical accidents is undertaken at least once a year. No more than 12 months shall elapse between training courses.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have the knowledge and competence to be working on low voltage installations.

What standards are referred to in this course?

§ 7 of the "Safety Regulations for Work and Operation of Electrical Equipment and Installations- FSE".

Is there an assessment?

The fast track version of the FSE course starts with a pre-test which checks the participant's knowledge of FSE. Depending on the answers given, the participant will get a course that is tailored to the level of knowledge revealed in the pre-test. The fast track version of the course is suitable for all but is particularly practical for those undertaking refresher training in FSE. 

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

Who is the course for?

Officers and Crew.

Is previous experience required?

No, but basic maritime engineering knowledge is recommended.

How will the course benefit me?

This course is designed to provide you an understanding of the operation and use of an exhaust gas cleaning system (Scrubbers).

How will the course benefit my company?

The course will provide the learners with basic knowledge about scrubbers and scrubber operations.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• MARPOL Annex VI

• OCIMF guide for Implementation of Sulphur Oxide Exhaust Gas Cleaning Systems

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is the course for?

Officer Cadets and Junior Deck Officers.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing an insight into the various types of cargo insulation.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring personnel understand safe operations on board a gas carrier.

What standards are referenced in the course?

The International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (IGC Code)

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is the course for?

Junior Engineers and Electro-tech Officers, Engineering and Electrical Ratings, Engineering and Electrical cadets.

Is previous experience required?

Basic maritime electrical engineering knowledge is recommended.

How will the course benefit me?

The course is designed to enable you to understand the basics around auxiliary generators and their uses.

How will the course benefit my company?

The course will provide the learners with basic knowledge about auxiliary generators and their uses.

What standards are referenced in the course?

IMO SOLAS 1974

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is the course for?

Any officer of the watch looking for an easy-to-follow supplement or refresher to the IMO generic course (IMO Model Course 1.27) and anyone requiring knowledge of the general features of ECDIS.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course. Basic nautical knowledge including an understanding of terrestrial and electronic navigation is recommended.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with the general features of an ECDIS, its strengths and limitations and hands-on knowledge about the most common features and functionalities all ECDIS have.

How will the course benefit my company?

By improving the officer’s general understanding of an ECDIS as a computer-based navigation system and its role as part of a navigational watch, thus improving the performance and safety of navigation.

What standards are referenced in the course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is the course for?

All crew and personnel who operate and carry out maintenance on deck machinery.

Is previous experience required?

It would be an advantage, however, this course acts as a valuable introduction for personnel that are about to be trained in deck machinery and for those working onshore.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will give learners an awareness of deck machinery, how the equipment is used correctly and safely and how the equipment is maintained.

How will the course benefit my company?

The course will ensure that learners are following best practice as detailed in relevant legislation as well as the company procedures.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• International Safety Management (ISM) Code – safety and pollution prevention, emergency procedures including safe operation of equipment, training, and planned maintenance.

• The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) and Class Requirements

• Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seafarers (COSWP)

Is there an assessment? 

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is the course for?

Any personnel who requires an awareness of the environmental impacts associated with merchant shipping waste and how these wastes can be managed.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide learners with an understanding of the types of waste generated by shipping, how these wastes impact the environment and the methods that can be used to reduce and manage waste.

How will the course benefit my company?

Environmentally aware personnel can help to reduce the environmental impacts of your operations and improve environmental performance.

What standards are referenced in the course?

The European Union (EU) Waste Framework Directive

The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) 1973 - Annex IV

Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Pollution by Sewage and Garbage from Ships) Regulations

Deposits in the Sea (Exemption) Order

Landfill Directive

Environmental Protection (Duty of Care) Regulations

Special/Hazardous Waste Regulations

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is this course for?
This course is aimed at personnel who routinely process personal data, such as IT or HR staff.

Is previous experience required?
You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course. 

How will this course benefit me?
Complying with the GDPR is mandatory for organisations processing personal data in the EU or EEA and for organisations processing the personal data of EU and EEA residents from abroad. This course introduces the principles and rights enshrined in the GDPR and the obligations organisations have to comply with it.  

How will this course benefit my company?
It will ensure you have an awareness of how you and your organisation must comply with the GDPR.

What standards are referred to in this course?
The EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

Is there an assessment?
Exam in TP with 80% pass mark with two attempts.

Who is the course for?

All trainee Maritime personnel working with fuel systems.

Is previous experience required?

Previous experience is not required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with an overview of fuel systems.

How will the course benefit my company?

By providing personnel with an overview of fuel systems.

What standards are referenced in the course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

STCW Training programme for courses approved by the Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA).

This training programme consists of three elements:

• This eLearning module (ETC: 75 minutes)

• Practical training onboard (ETC: 6.5 hours), and

• The final exam (ETC: 15 minutes) 

Please read through the Evaluation Procedure  for more information prior to starting the training programme. 

Who is this course for?

All crew with responsibility for assisting with passenger and crisis management during an emergency.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course. 

How will this course benefit me?

This course will give learners an overview of passenger and crisis management during an emergency.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring personnel are aware of how they should respond in an emergency to ensure passenger safety.

What standards are referred to in this course?

• The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)

• The International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code

• The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)

• Cargo Stowage and Securing (CSS) Code

• International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW)

Is there an assessment?

The exam includes questions on the theory aspects covered during the initial eLearning AND the activities completed during the onboard assessment. You should not attempt the exam until you have completed both aspects of the training.

Certificate:

When the training is completed, a certificate is issued by the Norwegian Maritime Authority.

The Norwegian Maritime Authority charge an additional fee to issue the formal STCW Certificate.

Who is the course for?

All Maritime personnel.

Is previous experience required?

Previous experience is not required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with an overview of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and how to use them.

How will the course benefit my company?

By increasing personnel’s awareness of the safe use and storage of hazardous substances.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• The Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS)

• International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code and MARPOL Annex III

• The Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and restriction of CHemicals (REACH) Regulation

• The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations

• European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR)

• International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code

• International Air transport Association (IATA), and

• Carriage of Dangerous Goods and Use of Transportable Pressure Equipment Regulations (CDG)

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is this course for?

All seagoing crew members on any type of vessel.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?
This course provides learners with an understanding of the Maritime Labour Convention and the fundamental rights of a seafarer.

How will this course benefit my company?

This course provides learners with an understanding of the Maritime Labour Convention and the fundamental rights of a seafarer.

What standards are referred to in this course?

• The Maritime Labour Convention (MLC)
• The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)
• The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)
• The Standards for Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW)

Is there an assessment?

Yes, there is an assessment with a 70% pass rate and 2 attempts.

Who is the course for?

Any personnel with a desire to improve their ability to establish and maintain high performance standards onboard.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

Assertiveness involves speaking up, challenging others by asking thoughtful questions and taking initiatives when working with others. It constitutes of a confident and self-assured attitude and behavior. This course presents the perfect opportunity for you as a seafarer to be proactive and showcase that you are ready to meet the industry's modern-day demands.

How will the course benefit my company?

Employers are now incorporating seafarer’s soft skills into their crewing decisions. The soft, ‘non-technical skills’ are increasingly important on board due to the rapidly changing workforce and automation of technical tasks. Additionally, maritime accident investigations indicate that a lack of soft skills and human error is the most common reason behind accidents at sea.

What standards are referenced in the course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

STCW Training programme for courses approved by the Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA).

This training programme consists of three elements:

• This eLearning module (ETC: 45 minutes)

• Practical training onboard (ETC: 15.5 hours), and

• The final exam (ETC: 30 minutes) 

Please read through the Evaluation Procedure  for more information prior to starting the training programme.

Who is this course for?

Any person conducting an in-service assessment of the competence of an onoboard candidate.

Is previous experience required?

 Documented 12 months sea service in an officer position is required. 

How will this course benefit me?

The aim of this course is to enable you to supervise  training and monitor the competence of seafarers. A seafarer's competence must meet the standards of the STCW Code.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are qualified and certified as an Onboard Assessor. 

What standards are referred to in this course?

STCW Onboard Assessor (A-I/6)

Is there an assessment?

The exam includes questions on the theory aspects covered during the initial eLearning AND the activities completed during the onboard assessment. You should not attempt the exam until you have completed both aspects of the training.

Certificate:

When the training is completed a certificate is issued by the Norwegian Maritime Authority.

The Norwegian Maritime Authority charge an additional fee to issue the formal STCW Certificate.

Who is the course for?

Personnel who require an understanding of major accidents in the maritime industry.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide you with an introduction to major accident hazards.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will provide personnel with an introduction to major accident hazards and the role that they play in the mitigation of catastrophic events.

What standards are referenced in the course?

Safety and Environmentally Critical Elements (SECE)

ISM Code

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

This course aims to provide learners with an overview of industry best practice in relation to confined space entry work.

Learning Objectives

- LO1 Explain what is meant by a Confined Space
- LO2 Give examples of Confined Spaces
- LO3 Describe the dangers that can be caused by confined space entry work
- LO4 Identify the legal requirements associated with confined space entry work
- LO5 Explain how to avoid entering confined spaces
- LO6 Explain the importance of having a Safe System of Work in place
- LO7 Describe individual roles and responsibilities involved in Confined Space Entry work
- LO8 Explain the requirements for gas testing
- LO9 Identify acceptable levels for atmospheric test results
- LO10 Give examples of Confined Space Entry site safety equipment
- LO11 Explain the actions to take in an emergency situation
- LO12 Explain Confined Space Entry alarm procedures

Who is the course for?

Personnel who require a basic understanding of the operation of diesel engines and the importance of maintaining good lubrication for their safe operation.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide you with an overview of how diesel engines operate, their components and their use within the industry. It will also outline the importance of maintaining good lubrication for their safe operation.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will provide personnel with an overview of how diesel engines operate and the importance of maintaining good lubrication for their safe operation.

What standards are referenced in the course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards.

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is the course for?

Deck Officers.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with an understanding of AIS, its navigational uses and limitations.

How will the course benefit my company?

By enabling deck officers to utilise AIS during watchkeeping and collision avoidance to its full potential while being aware of the limitations.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• International Electrotechnical Commission Standard 61993-2

• International Telecommunication Union Recommendation M.1371-5

• International Maritime Organization Resolution A.1106(29)

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is the course for?

All personnel who may have to carry out manual handling duties.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide learners with information to help reduce the risk of injury due to incorrect manual handling.

How will the course benefit my company?

By reducing lost time due to injury as a result of poor manual handling techniques.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• International Labour Organisation

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is the course for?

All personnel who are involved in the process of the Tanker Management Self Assessment program.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will give learners an awareness of TMSA and the audit criteria for the enhancement of safety on board tanker ships.

How will the course benefit my company?

The course will ensure that learners are following best practices as detailed in national/international legislation as well as operator procedures.

What standards are referenced in the course?

International Safety Management (ISM) Code

Oil Operators International Marine Forum (OCIMF)

The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)

The Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seafarers (COSWP)

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is the course for?

All personnel that come into contact with compressed air through maintenance or usage.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course aims to encourage the safe use of compressed air and describes the ways in which compressed air can be dangerous as well as how to minimise the risks of such dangers occurring.

How will the course benefit my company?

To reduce compressed air incidents and accidents.

What standards are referenced in the course?

No standard or regulations are referenced in this course

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is this course for?

Personnel responsible for cooking, preparing or handing food and others working in the kitchen/galley/dining areas.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course will provide you with an introduction to industry best practice in relation to food safety, health and hygiene.

How will this course benefit my company?

This course will provide personnel with an introduction to industry best practice in relation food safety, health and hygiene and help reinforce the importance of good food safety practices in the workplace.

What standards are referred to in this course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

Who is this course for:
Maritime personnel, onshore and offshore.

Is previous experience required?
You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course and it is assumed that you are competent in your designated role.

How will this course benefit me?
The course looks at the purpose of the ISM Code, which is to maintain safety in international shipping, reduce pollution from vessels, protect the exterior environment and prevent injury or loss of human life.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have the knowledge of the purpose of the ISM Code.

What standards are referred to in this course?

The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)

The International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code 

The International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW)

The International Safety Management (ISM) Code 

The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)

Is there an assessment?
Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

Who is the course for?

Ratings and junior engineers new to marine engineering.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will enable you to understand the purpose of a boiler on board and its basic requirements. It will also provide you with some basic safety knowledge.

How will the course benefit my company?

By providing your engineers and ratings with basic knowledge on boiler operations on board.

What standards are referenced in the course?

International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is the course for?

Deck Officers and Ratings who require knowledge on the storage and transport of different types of liquid.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will give learners an overview of how liquids such as heavy fuel oils should be stored.

How will the course benefit my company?

The course will ensure that learners know how to safely store liquids, which will result in fewer safety incidents.

What standards are referenced in the course?

No regulations are standards are referenced in this course.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is this course for?
Management staff and persons with responsibilites related to seafarers.

Is previous experience required?
You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?
This course aims to provide an overall understanding of the requirements of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) and the responsibilities of managers in relation to achieving, managing and maintaining compliance.

How will this course benefit my company?
By ensuring you have an understanding of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) and the resposibilities thereto.

What standards are referred to in this course?
Maritime Labour Convention (MLC2006)

Is there an assessment?
Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is the course for?

Junior engineers, Junior Electrotechnical officers (ETO), Junior Deck Officers, Deck and Technical Ratings.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide you with an introduction to how steering gear operates and the potential challenges with operation.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will provide junior members of staff with an introduction on how steering gear operates.

What standards are referenced in the course?

International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is this course for?

This course is aimed towards all personnel who use abrasive wheels in the workplace.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to provide all relevant personnel with the knowledge required to understand the hazards and controls associated with the use of abrasive wheels.

How will this course benefit my company?

The course will benefit companies by providing personnel with knowledge of how to avoid risks and hazards when using abrasive wheels, subsequently reducing accidents and injuries in the workplace.

What standards are referred to in this course? 

• Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

Who is the course for?

Personnel that may be exposed to environments containing nitrogen.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing knowledge in the risks of entering a nitrogen environment.

How will the course benefit my company?

By reducing Nitrogen exposure risks.

What standards are referenced in the course?

No standards or regulations are referenced in this course. 

Is there an assessment? 

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is this course for?

This FSE High and Low Voltage Training course is suitable for everyone working on low and high voltage installations.

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course, but it is assumed that you are competent in your designated role.

How will this course benefit me?

The course meets the requirements set in Section 7 of the ‘Safety Regulations for Work and Operation of Electrical Equipment and Installations – FSE’ which is that all relevant personnel undertake annual training and instruction in FSE. The course also provides the necessary training and instruction in first aid, focusing on electrical injuries, with the exception of the mandatory practical training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

The regulations of various authorities make FSE applicable to all those working with electricity, whether on board ship, on platforms or on land. This course is suitable for all, regardless of which industry you work in.

The authorities require that training in FSE and first aid in the event of electrical accidents is undertaken at least once a year. No more than 12 months shall elapse between training courses.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have the knowledge and competence to be working on low and high voltage installations.

What standards are referred to in this course?

• Section 7 of the ‘Safety Regulations for Work and Operation of Electrical Equipment and Installations – FSE’

• The European standard

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

Who is this course for?

Maritime personnel who require an introduction to or awareness of vessel structures and potential risk factors.

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course. 

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to provide crewmembers with an understanding of the structural risk factors and forces acting internally and externally on a vessel.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an understanding of the structural risk factors on a vessel. 

What standards are referred to in this course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards but is written according to industry best practice.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is the course for?

All ship personnel preparing, conducting, or supervising the inspection of a ballast tank.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing learners with the knowledge for a safe and successful ballast tank inspection.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring ship personnel take the necessary safety precautions to avoid incidents during tank inspection and by providing them with the required knowledge to identify and record any issues with the inspected tank.

What standards are referenced in the course?

International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)

International Safety Management Code (ISM)

ISO 4628 Paint and varnishes

ASTM D610 Standard Practice for Evaluating Degree of Rusting on Painted Steel Surfaces

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is this course for?

All personnel involved in marine operations.

Is previous experience required?

No experience is required to take this course.

How will this course benefit me?

By ensuring you know how to respond to marine trash and debris incidents.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you know how to respond to marine trash and debris incidents.

What standards are referred to in this course?

US best practise.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

Who is the course for?

All maritime personnel involved in the management of change process.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide you with an overview of the management of change process.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will provide personnel with an overview of the steps involved in the management of change process, the roles and responsibilities of personnel, the risks involved in change management and how these risks can be controlled.

What standards are referenced in the course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is the course for?

Personnel working in ISPS areas.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide you with the core knowledge of ISPS rules and regulations applicable to the international ports and harbours.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring that you have the core knowledge of ISPS rules and regulations.

What standards are referenced in the course?

International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code

Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)

Is there an assessment? 

Yes

Who is the course for?

All personnel involved in scaffolding operations.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide you with a brief overview of the requirements for safe scaffolding over sea.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will provide personnel with a brief overview of the requirements for safe scaffolding over sea.

What standards are referenced in the course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards.

Is there an assessment? 

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is the course for?

Engineers of all grades.

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course and it is assumed that you are competent in your designated role.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with an overview of potable water systems.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course aims to provide personnel with an overview of the safe use and maintenance of potable water systems.

What standards are referenced in the course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards.

Is there an assessment? 

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is the course for?

Any personnel with a desire to improve their ability to establish and maintain high performance standards onboard.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

Social skills involve respecting social norms and treating others fairly, equitably and honestly, being aware and sensitive to cultural differences and dealing with them effectively. This course presents the perfect opportunity for you as a seafarer to be proactive and showcase that you are ready to meet the industry's modern-day demands.

How will the course benefit my company?

Employers are now incorporating seafarer’s soft skills into their crewing decisions. The soft, ‘non-technical skills’ are increasingly important on board due to the rapidly changing workforce and automation of technical tasks. Additionally, maritime accident investigations indicate that a lack of soft skills and human error is the most common reason behind accidents at sea.

What standards are referenced in the course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards.

Is there an assessment? 

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

This course is suitable for all officer ranks onboard, including:

• Management Level Deck Officers

• Operational Level Deck Officers

• Management Level Engine Officers

• Operational Level Engine Officers

Who is the course for?

All personnel involved in ship steel maintenance.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide learners with an overview of corrosion management onboard ships.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring that personnel are familiar with the of corrosion management systems, an ISM requirement.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• International Safety Management (ISM) Code

• The Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seafarers (COSWP-UK MCA)

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is the course for?

All crew and personnel who work on container ships and/or ships where containers are secured on board for stowage.

Is previous experience required?

It would be an advantage, however, this course acts as an introduction for someone who is about to be trained in container lashing safe use and inspection or for those working on shore in stowage.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will give learners an awareness of how containers are secured on board and how the equipment is used and maintained.

How will the course benefit my company?

The course will ensure that learners are following best practices as detailed in national and international legislation as well as company procedures.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) in respect to carriage of cargo, and the Cargo Securing Manual.

• International Safety Management (ISM) Code &; safety and pollution prevention, emergency procedures including safe handling of cargo and maintenance of lashing equipment.

• International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is the course for?

All crew with responsibility for assisting with crowd and crisis management during an emergency.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will give learners an overview of crowd and crisis management during an emergency.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring personnel are aware of how they should respond in an emergency to ensure passenger safety.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) 

• The International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code

• The International Convention for the Provention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)

• Cargo Stowage and Securing (CSS) Code

• International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW)

Is there an assessment? 

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is the course for?

All maritime personnel

Is previous experience required?

You do not previous experience to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with an awareness of how loud noise can have a detrimental effect on your hearing

How will the course benefit my company?

By protecting personnel from hearing loss and improving communication

What standards are referenced in the course?

Maritime Labour Convention (MLC)

UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s Code of Safe Working Practices for Seamen.

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is the course for?

Deck Officers.

Is previous experience required?

Previous navigational knowledge is recommended.

How will the course benefit me?

By enabling you to confidently assess navigational situations based on the involved vessels and making sound decisions to avoid collisions based on the appropriate rules.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring navigational officers are able to correctly handle close quarter situations and minimising the risk of collision and non-conformities of vessels.

What standards are referenced in the course?

International Regulations for preventing Collisions at Sea

Is there an assessment?

Yes - Fast Track is a pre-assessment learning tool designed to assess your existing knowledge. The results of this assessment help identify your personal knowledge gaps.

The tool automatically creates a bespoke course to address these knowledge gaps. You will only be given content covering the gaps identified in the pre-assessment.

Your knowledge and understanding is then reassessed.

If you successfully complete all of the Fast Track pre-assessment questions correctly, then your knowledge is deemed complete, and no course content or further assessment will be required.

Who is the course for?

All crew/personnel who are involved in the bunkering of LNG as a fuel.

Is previous experience required?

No previous knowledge is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will give learners an awareness of LNG bunkering, including the hazards involved and the emergency and firefighting methods and procedures.

How will the course benefit my company?

The course will ensure that learners are following best practices as detailed in national/international legislation and company procedures.

What standards are referenced in the course?

International Safety Management (ISM) Code – safety and pollution prevention, emergency procedures including safe operation of equipment, training, and planned maintenance

International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) and Class Requirement

International Code of Safety for Ship Using Gases or Other Low-flashpoint Fuels (IGF Code)

The International Code of the Construction and Equipment of Ships carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (IGC Code)

International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)

International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers 1978 (STCW)

International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals (ISGOTT 6) Chapter 24

International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (Gas Carrier Code)

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is the course for?

This course is for Cadets and Deck Officers who are involved in gas carrier operations.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide awareness level information on gas carrier operations.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will help personnel to ensure that the operation of the gas carrier they are working with meets the standards within the International Maritime Organization.

What standards are referenced in the course?

The International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (IGC)

The International Maritime Organization (IMO)

The International Ship and Port Facility Security Code

Is there an assessment? 

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.