Target group:
Marine engineers, ship owners, maritime safety officers, ship personnel, electrical engineers, cadets, deck officers, technical superintendents, shore personnel, and all maritime professionals.
Description:
The course is not a replacement for official IMO regulations, guidance notes, or any documents forming part of a vessel’s safety management system. Blackouts, propulsion limitations, total loss of propulsion, and loss of steering capability are all serious incidents. While such events in non-congested waters may increase risks to the vessel and personnel, they rarely lead to life-threatening outcomes. However, these risks become critical and may result in major casualties during manoeuvres in restricted areas, such as traffic lanes, port entries or exits, or close coastal navigation in heavy weather. The course covers the essential aspects of ship propulsion, including the causes and consequences of propulsion loss, illustrated by real-life cases such as the Baltimore Bridge collapse. It offers recommendations for preventive and corrective actions, focusing on areas requiring specific attention to ensure the safety and efficiency of maritime operations. It is important to stress that you always orient yourself towards your engine room's specifications and follow your shipping company-approved procedures. The course concludes with an assessment to ensure a thorough understanding and readiness to apply this knowledge in real-world situations.