Course catalogue

Who is the course for?

This course is aimed at personnel working with or near hazardous substances.

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 requirements for the handling and storage of hazardous substances.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will provide personnel with an overview of the requirements for the handling and storage of hazardous substances.

What standards are referenced in the course?

EU and UK Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) regulation 

The International Safety Management (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 the course for?

Marine Engineers and Engineer ratings.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with an understanding of why oily water separators are used in the Maritime Industry and guidance on their safe use.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring personnel have an understanding of the importance of oily water separators and their safe use.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• 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 70%.

Who is the course for?

Personnel who require an awareness of the hazards of working in cold climates.

Is previous experience required?

Previous experience is not required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will identify the clothing and Personal Protective Equipment that should be used when working in cold climates.

How will the course benefit my company?

By providing your personnel with an understanding of the hazards of working in cold climates and the clothing and Personal Protective Equipment that should be worn to protect themselves from the elements.

What standards are referenced in the course?

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

• International Safety Management (ISM) Code

Is there an assessment?

Course assessment with a 70% pass mark and two attempts.

Who is the course for?

All deck and engine crew involved in bunkering operations.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with an understanding of the bunkering hazards and processes, enabling you to competently participate in bunkering operations.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring all crew involved in bunkering operations has a common understanding of the risk and control measures in place reducing the risk for incidents.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• International Safety Management (ISM) Code

• ISO 8217:2024 Products from petroleum, synthetic and renewable sources — Fuels (class F) — Specifications of marine fuels

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

• BIMCO & IBIA Bunkering Guide

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

• IMO Resolution MSC.286(86) – Recommendations for Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for MARPOL Annex I Oil Cargo and Oil Fuel

• IMO MEPC.1/Circ.508 Bunker Delivery Note and Fuel Oil Sampling

• IMO MEPC.1/Circ.875/Add.1 Guidance on Best Practice for Fuel Oil Suppliers for Assuring the Quality of Fuel Oil Delivered to Ships

• IMO MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.18 Guidelines for the Sampling of Fuel Oil for Determination of Compliance with MARPOL Annex VI and SOLAS Chapter II-2

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 do not routinely process personal data.

Is previous experience required?

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

How will the 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 raises awareness of the principles and rights enshrined in the GDPR and the obligations organisations have to comply with it.

How will the course benefit my company?

It will ensure you have an awareness of the principles and rights in the GDPR and their importance.

What standards are referenced in the course? 

• The EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

Is there an assessment?

No

Who is this course for?

All seafarers who require an overview of the importance of carrying out effective interventions.

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 overview on how to improve your understanding of when to intervene in a given situations as per your safety management system.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring crew are familiar on how to reduce incidents and improve communication.

What standards are referred to in this course?

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

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

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is the course for?

This course is intended for all seafarers regardless of rank, especially those who form part of the anchor party.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with an understanding of the equipment used and safety requirements for anchoring operations.

How will the course benefit my company?

Anchoring is one of the most frequent operations carried out onboard. It is extremely important and dangerous. This course will provide crew with an understanding of the equipment used and safety requirements for anchoring operations.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• International Safety Management (ISM) Code

• The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs)

• The International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) 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% with 2 attempts.

Who is the course for?

Deck Officers, Maintenance Ratings and Able Seamen.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

The course provides an introduction to the different types of hatch covers used on bulk carriers (including folding, side rolling, lift away, piggy-back, single flap and stacking), and their inspection and maintenance.

How will the course benefit my company?

Personnel will have a greater understanding of the different types of hatch covers (including folding, side rolling, lift away, piggy-back, single flap and stacking) used onboard, and the importance of inspecting and maintaining them.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea

• The International Convention on Load Lines

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 officers and shore personnel who are involved in ship operations.

Is previous experience required? 

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me? 

The Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP) is a management tool to assist shipowners, technical managers and the ship's personnel in managing the energy efficiency and air emissions of their ships. 

How will the course benefit my company? 

By ensuring you have an overview of the Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan.

What standards are referenced in the course? 

• The International Maritime Organization (IMO) Guidelines for the Development of a Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP)
• The IMO Fuel Oil Data Collection System (DCS)
• The European Union Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) Regulation
• The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)
• The IMO Guidelines for Voluntary Use of the Ship Energy Efficiency Operational Indicator (EEOI)
• The IMO Guidelines on the Method of Calculation of the Attained Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI)
• The IMO Guidelines on Operational Carbon Intensity Indicators and the Calculation Methods (CII Guidelines, G1)

Is there an assessment? 

Yes

Who is the course for?

All categories of crane operators who have completed a basic slinger course.

Is previous experience required?

Completed basic slinger course.

How will the course benefit me?

All usage, storage, and inspections of lifting equipment shall be in accordance with the producer's instructions and requirements stipulated in the NORSOK R-003 standard. Lifting equipment shall be used only by personnel who have and can document competence in lifting operations.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have required knowledge as a basic slinger to enable you to reduce accidents and incidents.

What standards are referenced in the course?

NORSOK R-003, 2017

Is there an assessment?

Yes