Course catalogue

Who is this course for?

This eLearning course is aimed at individuals required to work using display screen equipment, such as a computer, laptop or tablet.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course will give you a basic understanding of the key health risks associated with display screen equipment and what you can do to mitigate them.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are fully aware of how to avoid injury while working at your computer, you can help reduce the number of lost workdays and hours due to health issues.

What standards are referred to in this course?

Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Accreditation:

This course is approved by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).

IOSH is the world’s Chartered body for safety and health professionals.

What that means:

We are the largest membership body for health and safety professionals.

We champion occupational safety and health causes and advocate for change.

We advise governments, NGOs and policymakers.

We facilitate safety and health awareness training in around 130 countries through IOSH Services Ltd, our wholly-owned trading arm.

We commission research and set national and international standards.

We shape the future of the profession.

The e-learning course, “Fire Prevention during Hot Work”, has been quality controlled by the Norwegian Fire Prevention Association and designed is to satisfy the requirements set by the insurance industry.

The course aims to reduce the number of fires caused by hot work and improve knowledge about the risk of fire during hot work.

Please Note! 

- Practical training must be completed within 3 months of (before or after) the eLearning

- Proof of practical is required to be sent to learningcentre@mintra.com

- Approved practical instructors list is available here https://www.brannvernforeningen.no/sertifisering/varme-arbeider/instruktorsok

- If these conditions are not met, Mintra cannot apply for your certificate

- You may be required to repeat the eLearning or practical again if conditions are not met in full

- Digital Certificates are issued from the Norwegian Fire Prevention Association (included in course fee)

- Plastic card certificates will incur an extra fee of NOK 450

- Further details on these notes are available in the attached document

Hot work documentation

You will be required to confirm your identity online before starting this course. In Trainingportal, we have implemented a fully automated process to make this a quick and painless experience.

Course Contents

The course focuses on duties and responsibilities during hot work and is divided into the following topics: 

- Hot work
- Regulations
- Fire theory
- Extinguishing fires
- Dangers of hot work
- Risk identification and preventive measures
- Documentation of safety
- If a fire starts

Course goal: This course aims to increase learners’ awareness of the environmental aspects and impacts related to the Oil and Gas Industry and the actions that can be taken to minimise environmental damage.

Learning Objectives

LO1 Identify the main environmental issues that affect the Oil and Gas industry

LO2 Explain the importance of being an environmentally responsible company

LO3 Explain the company’s commitment to managing environmental issues

LO4 Explain the role of ISO 14001 in environmental management

LO5 Explain the role of the Regulator

LO6 Define what is meant by environmental ‘aspects’ and ‘impacts’

LO7 Identify the activities that can contribute towards atmospheric pollution 

LO8 Identify the activities that can contribute towards water pollution

LO9 Identify typical spill sources

LO10 Describe the environmental effects of chemical discharges

LO11 Identify the sources and impacts of disturbance of the seabed by the Oil and Gas Industry 

LO12 Identify the sources and impacts of noise from oil and gas operations 

LO13 Identify the activities that can generate waste

LO14 Describe ways in which the impact on the environment can be minimised

LO15 Explain that everyone has a role to play in protecting the environment

Who is this course for?

Personnel requiring an awareness or understanding of common RPE and what they are used for.

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 give personnel an introduction to different types of respiratory protection and describe its use in the workplace.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have had an introduction to different types of respiratory protection and describe its use in the workplace.

What standards are referred to in this course?

Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974

Management of Health and Safteey at Work Regulations 1999

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) 2002

Control of Asbestos Regualtions 2012

Control of Lead at Work Regulations 2002

Ionising Radiations Regulations 1999

Confined Space Regulations 1997

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?
Deck Officers and Deck Crew who are involved in using the Emergency Towing Systems (ETS)

Is previous experience required?
No previous experience is required 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?

The course will benefit companies by ensuring that all possible precautions are taken to reduce injury to personnel whilst using the ETS.

What standards are referred to in this course?

• The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea

• IMO resolution MSC. 35(63) 

• IMO Resolution MSC. 132(75)

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%.