Course catalogue

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%.

What is the duration of the course?

90 minutes + Onboard Exercises / Checklist

Who is this course for?

All ship crew with emergency duties.

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 learners with a refresher of safe practices and the relevance of human factors of crowd and crisis management.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have  a refresher of safe practices and the relevance of human factors of crowd and crisis management.

What standards are referred to in this course?

STCW A-V/2, Chapter V, Tables 1 and 2

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?

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?

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%.

Who is the course for?

All personnel involved in Marine maintenance activities.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide information on how to reduce corrosion in the Maritime Industry.

How will the course benefit my company?

By reducing equipment failures due to corrosion.

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 the course for?

Chief, Deck and Engine Officers

New departmental staff, crew members (both offshore and onshore)

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will give you an overview of cargo operations and procedures for cargo handling and precautions at tanker and terminal.

How will the course benefit my company?

Raising awareness of precautions at tanker and terminal and providing the crew with clear procedures for cargo handling can reduce the risk of unwanted tanker operation incidents.

What standards are referenced in the course?

STCW 78 AND 1995 revised

MCA 2006

IMO / ISGOTT / 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 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 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?

Maintenance crew.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with an awareness of pump construction and operation.

How will the course benefit my company?

By providing personnel with an awareness of pump construction and operation to ensure that pumps are maintained in a good condition

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?

Deck Officers, Cadets and Able-bodied Seaman.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with information on the systems used for cooling gas cargos.

How will the course benefit my company?

By reducing the risk of incidents when loading and discharging gas cargos.

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 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 the course for?

All personnel who have a role in preparing and executing a medical evacuation.

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 in relation to conducting an emergency evacuation for medical reasons in a safe manner.

How will the course benefit my company?

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

What standards are referenced in the course?

International Safety Management (ISM) Code 

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

• The Maritime Labour Convention (MLC)

• 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?

Any deck & engine officer on a vessel sailing into polar waters.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with an understanding of the Polar Water Operational Manual and its specific purpose for your vessel and to facilitate an easier vessel familiarisation using the actual manual onboard.

How will the course benefit my company?

Ensuring personnel are able to familiarise themselves with the specific rules and guidelines outlined in the vessel’s Polar Water Operational Manual to comply with the International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters (Polar Code)

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

• International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution of 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 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?

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?

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%.

Who is this course for?
Ship's Master and Officers.

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 the ship's Master and Officers 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 this course for?
Deck Officers and Deck Crew.

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 learners with an introduction to Emergency Towing Systems (ETS) in the Maritime Industry.

How will this course benefit my company?
By ensuring you have an understanding of the Emergency Towing Systems.

What standards are referred to in this course?
N/A

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%.