Course catalogue

Who is the course for?

All members of the engine team, such as technical officers and engine ratings, on board vessels operating in cold climates.

 

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 on the additional precautions that should be considered to safely operate engines in cold climates.

 

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring engineers can safely prepare, operate and maintain the ship’s equipment with due consideration of the additional hazards presented in cold climates.

 

What standards are referenced in the course?

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

• The IMO Resolution A1024(26) Guidelines for ships operating in Polar waters

• The OCIMF's SIRE VIQ

• The Standards for Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW)

• The International Safety Management (ISM) Code

The Environmental Management in Marine Engineering course aims to equip maritime professionals in the merchant navy with an understanding of environmental challenges and the strategies to minimise the industry's impact on marine ecosystems. Participants will explore various environmental regulations, best practices, and technologies relevant to marine engineering operations. By the end of this course, attendees will be prepared to integrate sustainable practices, reduce pollution, and contribute to preserving the marine environment while maintaining operational efficiency.

This course aims to provide all relevant personnel with the knowledge required to understand the hazards and controls associated with the use of abrasive wheels.

 

Learning Objectives

- Explain what is meant by the term ‘Abrasive Wheel’

- Describe typical regulatory requirements for abrasive wheels

- Give examples of different types of abrasive wheels

- Explain how abrasive wheels operate

- Explain the importance of using guards during grinding operations

- Explain the requirements for portable and hand-held grinding machines

- Explain the main hazards of grinding operations

- Give examples of common problems faced when using abrasive wheels

- Explain what the PPE requirements are during grinding operations

- Identify the safety measures that must be in place during grinding operations

 

The ""Safety of Ship Engineers and Crew in the Engine Room (Machinery Space)"" course is an essential educational training program designed for marine engineers and engine room department personnel on commercial ships. The program aims to raise awareness of potential hazards in the engine room, equip participants with essential safety knowledge, and promote a culture of preventative measures to minimise the risk of accidents and injuries. By completing this comprehensive course, participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the importance of safety in the engine room, learn about various safety equipment and procedures, and explore best practices through real-life case studies. It is important to stress that you always orient yourself towards your engine room's specifications and follow your shipping company-approved procedures. You will be presented with an assessment at the end of this course.

This course is to help provide understanding of risk assessments and why they are needed. This course is ideal for promoting the need for risk assessments in the workplace with simple and clear training. This course will show the viewer how risk assessments don’t need to be daunting and time-consuming tasks. An emphasis is placed on why risk assessments are needed in the workplace