Course catalogue

Who is the course for?

All officers and crew on all types of vessels.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing an overview of the requirements of MARPOL Annex 5 and the different discharge requirements for regular and special areas.

How will the course benefit my company?

By providing crew with an overview of the requirements of MARPOL Annex 5, the different discharge requirements for regular and special areas and introducing the concept of a Garbage Management Plan and how this plan should be implemented.

What standards are referenced in the course?

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

Who is this course for?

This Working in Cold Environments course is for personnel who require an introduction to or awareness of working in cold climates.

Is previous experience required?

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

How will this course benefit me?

Working in cold environments can be a significant challenge for comfort and the ability to perform work tasks in a safe and efficient manner.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are aware of the challenges involved in performing work tasks in cold environments.

What standards are referred to in this course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards but is written according to industry best practices.

Is there an assessment?

Exam in Trainingportal with 80% pass mark with two attempts.

Who is this course for?

Personnel requiring an awareness and understanding of common practices and legislation for chemical use and discharges.

Is previous experience required?

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

How will this course benefit me?

To provide learners with an awareness of the environmental impacts associated with the use and discharge of chemicals in the Oil and Gas Industry and the legislation and control measures that are in place to minimise the impact on the environment.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are aware of the environmental  impacts associated with the use and discharge of chemicals in the Oil and Gas Industry and the legislation and control measures that are in place to minimise the impact on the environment.

What standards are referred to in this course?

Offshore Chemical Regulations 2002

Offshore Chemicals (Amendment) Regulations 2011

Offshore Petroleum (Oil Pollution Prevention and Control) 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 80%.

Who is the course for?

Engineers.

Is previous experience required?

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

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide you with an awareness of how a hydraulic system operates.

How will the course benefit my company?

It is intended to provide the knowledge to carry out maintenance of the systems which will help reduce accident.

What standards are referenced in the course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards.

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 O/S and A/B's who will carry out a gangway watch.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

The learner will gain a comprehensive understanding of security procedures and protocols relevant to the role of a gangway watchkeeper. This knowledge will enable crew to contribute effectively to maintaining the security of the vessel and its personnel.

How will this course benefit my company?

This course ensures that gangway watchkeepers are well-trained and knowledgeable about security procedures and protocols. A company can strengthen the overall security posture of its vessels and help mitigate security risks, reduce the likelihood of security incidents, and protect valuable assets, including cargo and personnel.

What standards are referred to in this course?

• Based on parts of IMO - ISPS Code

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is the course for?

This course is intended for all officers and crew serving on merchant vessels.

Is previous experience required?

No previous knowledge is required to take this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course introduces the basic safety concepts of vessel operations. Personal safety is also covered including personal routines in many areas of the ship from the Galley to the Engine Room.

How will the course benefit my company?

It covers the safety legislation applicable to ships and the means of compliance with such requirements.

Is there an assessment?

Yes

STCW Training programme for courses approved by the Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA).

This training programme consists of three elements:

• This eLearning module (ETC: 90 minutes)

• Practical training onboard (ETC: 12 hours), and

• The final exam (ETC: 30 minutes) 

Please read through the Evaluation Procedure  for more information prior to starting the training programme.

Who is this course for?

Ship Officers

Is previous experience required?

Documented 12 months seaservice as an officer onboard an ISPS vessel. 

How will this course benefit me?

After successfully completing this course, you should be able to undertake the duties and responsibilities of a Ship Security Officer, as defined in section A/12.2 of the ISPS Code and in section A-VI/5 of the STCW Code. The course enables you to maintain and supervise the implementation of the Ship Security Plan, evaluate the security risk, threat and vulnerability, make regular inspections to ensure that appropriate safeguards are implemented and maintained, and ensure that the security systems are operated, tested and calibrated correctly.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are qualified and certified as a Ship Security Officer (SSO).

What standards are referred to in this course?

STCW A-VI/5 and ISPS code section A/12.2.

Is there an assessment?

The exam includes questions on the theory aspects covered during the initial eLearning AND the activities completed during the onboard assessment. You should not attempt the exam until you have completed both aspects of the training.

Certificate:

When the training is completed, a certificate is issued by the Norwegian Maritime Authority.

The Norwegian Maritime Authority charge an additional fee to issue the formal STCW Certificate.

Who is the course for?

Engineers and deck officers with responsibilities for bunkering and fuel management.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing an overview of the importance of ensuring that the correct quantity and quality of fuel is brought on board.

How will the course benefit my company?

By providing seafarers with an overview of the importance of ensuring that the correct quantity and quality of fuel is brought on board.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• ISO 8217

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

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

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is this course for?

Everyone working on low voltage installations.

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course and it is assumed that you are competent in your designated role

How will this course benefit me?

The course meets the requirements set in § 7 of the "Safety Regulations for Work and Operation of Electrical Equipment and Installations- FSE", that relevant personnel shall be given annual training and instruction in FSE. The course also provides the necessary training and instruction in first aid, focusing on electrical injuries, with the exception of the mandatory practical training in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

The regulations of various authorities make FSE applicable to all those working with electricity, whether on board ship, on platforms or on land. This course is suitable for all, regardless of which industry you work in.

The authorities require that training in FSE and first aid in the event of electrical accidents is undertaken at least once a year. No more than 12 months shall elapse between training courses.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have the knowledge and competence to be working on low voltage installations.

What standards are referred to in this course?

§ 7 of the "Safety Regulations for Work and Operation of Electrical Equipment and Installations- FSE".

Is there an assessment?

The fast track version of the FSE course starts with a pre-test which checks the participant's knowledge of FSE. Depending on the answers given, the participant will get a course that is tailored to the level of knowledge revealed in the pre-test. The fast track version of the course is suitable for all but is particularly practical for those undertaking refresher training in FSE. 

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 80%.

Who is the course for?

Officers and Crew.

Is previous experience required?

No, but basic maritime engineering knowledge is recommended.

How will the course benefit me?

This course is designed to provide you an understanding of the operation and use of an exhaust gas cleaning system (Scrubbers).

How will the course benefit my company?

The course will provide the learners with basic knowledge about scrubbers and scrubber operations.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• MARPOL Annex VI

• OCIMF guide for Implementation of Sulphur Oxide Exhaust Gas Cleaning Systems

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?

Officer and crew serving as lookouts or watchkeepers.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course introduces the legislation and guidance available for Bridge Watchkeeping. The learner will explore the fundamental principles of watchkeeping as well as the equipment and personnel available during the watch.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will cover legislation and guidance for completing bridge watchkeeping duties. It will also cover personnel & bridge equipment with emphasis on techniques for a safer bridge watchkeeping journey.

What standards are referenced in the course?

- International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Chapter 5

- International Convention on Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW)

- The ILO Maritime Labour Convention

- Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS)

- International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue Manual (IAMSAR) Volume III

Who is this course for?

The course is for any onboard personnel who are part of a safety committee.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete the course.

How will this course benefit me?

By giving you a good understanding of how to fulfil your responsibility as a safety committee member and contribute to a positive collaboration within the committee.

How will this course benefit my company?

By giving learners a good understanding of how to follow the guidelines of The Maritime Labour Convention (MLC, 2006).

What standards are referred to in this course?

The Maritime Labour Convention (MLC, 2006)

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is the course for?

Any personnel with a desire to improve their ability to establish and maintain high performance standards on board.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

Decision-making involves identification of the issue, analyzing and weighing alternative courses of action and their potential consequences. Decision-making involves the selection of a specific action among the available alternatives based on all accessible information. It constitutes of timely, transparent and planned activities that allow to see and avoid mistakes or unnecessary risks. This course presents the perfect opportunity for you as a seafarer to be proactive and showcase that you are ready to meet the industry's modern-day demands.

How will the course benefit my company?

Employers are now incorporating seafarer’s soft skills into their crewing decisions. The soft, ‘non-technical skills’ are increasingly important on board due to the rapidly changing workforce and automation of technical tasks. Additionally, maritime accident investigations indicate that a lack of soft skills and human error is the most common reason behind accidents at sea.

What standards are referenced in the course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards.

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 HSE Introduction course is for all personnel who require an introduction to or awareness of HSE roles, responsibilities and duties in Norway.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

Health, safety and environment (HSE) considerations are vital to every organisation. Moreover, HSE requirements in the workplace are laid down in a range of laws, regulations and guidelines.

The employer has the primary responsibility for providing a suitable, safe working environment – and for ensuring sufficient training. This course aims to provide you with the baseline knowledge to be able to manage HSE challenges in your daily work.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have sufficient knowledge of relevant HSE requirements, laws, regulations, guidelines and best practice.

What standards are referred to in this course?

NA

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is the course for?

All personnel who work with machinery, tools and appliances.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course. 

How will the course benefit me?

This course aims to provide learners with an awareness of the requirements of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) and how they apply in the workplace.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will benefit companies’ by providing personnel with an awareness of PUWER. 

What standards are referenced in the course?

Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER)

Health and Safety at Work Act

Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Accreditation

This course is approved by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).

IOSH is the world’s Chartered body for safety and health professionals.

What that means:

• We are the largest membership body for health and safety professionals.

• We champion occupational safety and health causes and advocate for change.

• We advise governments, NGOs and policymakers.

• We facilitate safety and health awareness training in around 130 countries through IOSH Services Ltd, our wholly-owned trading arm.

• We commission research and set national and international standards.

• We shape the future of the profession.

Who is the course for?

Any officer of the watch looking for an easy-to-follow supplement or refresher to the IMO generic course (IMO Model Course 1.27) and anyone requiring knowledge of the general features of ECDIS.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course. Basic nautical knowledge including an understanding of terrestrial and electronic navigation is recommended.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with the general features of an ECDIS, its strengths and limitations and hands-on knowledge about the most common features and functionalities all ECDIS have.

How will the course benefit my company?

By improving the officer’s general understanding of an ECDIS as a computer-based navigation system and its role as part of a navigational watch, thus improving the performance and safety of navigation.

What standards are referenced in the course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards.

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?

Junior Engineers and Electro-tech Officers, Engineering and Electrical Ratings, Engineering and Electrical cadets.

Is previous experience required?

Basic maritime electrical engineering knowledge is recommended.

How will the course benefit me?

The course is designed to enable you to understand the basics around auxiliary generators and their uses.

How will the course benefit my company?

The course will provide the learners with basic knowledge about auxiliary generators and their uses.

What standards are referenced in the course?

IMO SOLAS 1974

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 all personnel involved in mechanical isolations.

Is previous experience required?
No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?
This course aims to provide all relevant personnel with an overview of best practices in mechanical isolations.

How will this course benefit my company?

The course will benefit companies by ensuring that all relevant personnel have an understanding of mechanical isolation best practices, which will reduce accidents and injuries at work.

What standards are referred to in this course?
The United Kingdom’s UK’s Health and Safety Executive’s Regulation 253 ‘The safe isolation of plant and equipment’.

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 80%.

The course covers the following topics:

- What is psychosocial working environment?
- Characteristics of good and poor psychosocial environment
- Roles and responsibilities
- Prevention

At the beginning of the course you can take a pre-test, where you get the opportunity to show your skills. If you pass the pre-test, you do not have to go through the entire course.