Launches and Personnel Transfer (Maritime)

Who is the course for?

This course is aimed at individuals required to board vessels, whether offshore or at the quayside.

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 different transfer methods used by ships and offshore facilities and the risks involved with each.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring that personnel are familiar with the risks and hazards of personnel transfers.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Convention Chapter XV
• The International Code for Ships Carrying Industrial Personnel
• IMO Circular MSC.1/1331 Guidelines for construction, installation, maintenance and inspection of means of embarkation and disembarkation
• SOLAS Chapter II-1 / 3-9 Means of embarkation and disembarkation from ships

Is there an assessment?

Yes, there is a course assessment with a 70% pass mark and two attempts.