Course catalogue

Who is the course for?

All crew and personnel who operate and carry out maintenance on deck machinery.

Is previous experience required?

It would be an advantage, however, this course acts as a valuable introduction for personnel that are about to be trained in deck machinery and for those working onshore.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will give learners an awareness of deck machinery, how the equipment is used correctly and safely and how the equipment is maintained.

How will the course benefit my company?

The course will ensure that learners are following best practice as detailed in relevant legislation as well as the company procedures.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• International Safety Management (ISM) Code – safety and pollution prevention, emergency procedures including safe operation of equipment, training, and planned maintenance.

• The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) and Class Requirements

• Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seafarers (COSWP)

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?

All members of the bridge team involved in passage planning, such as deck officers and Masters, on board vessels planning a voyage into in cold climates.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

By providing you with an understanding on the additional precautions that should be considered to safely plan a passage into areas of cold climate.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring bridge personnel can prepare a safe passage plan with due consideration of the additional hazards presented in cold climates.

What standards are referred to in this course?

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

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

• IMO MSC Circular 1056 Guidelines for Ships Operating in Arctic Ice-Covered Waters

• IMO A.999(25) Guidelines on voyage planning for passenger ships operating in remote areas

• IMO MSC Circular 1185a Guide for Cold Water Survival

• OCIMF's SIRE VIQ

• Canada’s Arctic Shipping Pollution Prevention Regulations

• IMO MSC Circular 1612 Guidelines for Navigation and Communication Equipment Intended for Use on Ships Operating in Polar Waters

Is there an assessment?

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

Who is the course for?

Any personnel who requires an awareness of the environmental impacts associated with merchant shipping waste and how these wastes can be managed.

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 types of waste generated by shipping, how these wastes impact the environment and the methods that can be used to reduce and manage waste.

How will the course benefit my company?

Environmentally aware personnel can help to reduce the environmental impacts of your operations and improve environmental performance.

What standards are referenced in the course?

The European Union (EU) Waste Framework Directive

The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) 1973 - Annex IV

Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Pollution by Sewage and Garbage from Ships) Regulations

Deposits in the Sea (Exemption) Order

Landfill Directive

Environmental Protection (Duty of Care) Regulations

Special/Hazardous Waste Regulations

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?

All seafarers, regardless of rank, who are new to a vessel.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

By ensuring you are aware of the key areas that will be covered during ship specific familiarisation and encouraging you to fully engage with the onboard process. 

How will this course benefit my company?

Many accidents involving new crewmembers occur as a result being unfamiliar with the vessel’s characteristics and layout. This course provides seafarers with an introduction to the key areas covered during onboard familiarisation, helping to promote safety, increase awareness and ensure the process is completed as efficiently as possible. 

What standards are referred to in this course?

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

• The International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code

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

Is there an assessment?

End of course assessment with a pass mark of 70% and 2 attempts.