Course catalogue

Who is the course for?

All personnel that come into contact with compressed air through maintenance or usage.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course aims to encourage the safe use of compressed air and describes the ways in which compressed air can be dangerous as well as how to minimise the risks of such dangers occurring.

How will the course benefit my company?

To reduce compressed air incidents and accidents.

What standards are referenced in the course?

No standard or regulations are referenced in this course

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?

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?

Maritime personnel who require an introduction to or awareness of vessel structures and potential risk factors.

Is previous experience required?

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

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to provide crewmembers with an understanding of the structural risk factors and forces acting internally and externally on a vessel.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an understanding of the structural risk factors on a vessel. 

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 practice.

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?
Management staff and persons with responsibilites related to seafarers.

Is previous experience required?
You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?
This course aims to provide an overall understanding of the requirements of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) and the responsibilities of managers in relation to achieving, managing and maintaining compliance.

How will this course benefit my company?
By ensuring you have an understanding of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) and the resposibilities thereto.

What standards are referred to in this course?
Maritime Labour Convention (MLC2006)

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 working in ISPS areas.

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 the core knowledge of ISPS rules and regulations applicable to the international ports and harbours.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring that you have the core knowledge of ISPS rules and regulations.

What standards are referenced in the course?

International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code

Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)

Is there an assessment? 

Yes

Who is the course for?

All personnel who are involved in the process of the Tanker Management Self Assessment program.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will give learners an awareness of TMSA and the audit criteria for the enhancement of safety on board tanker ships.

How will the course benefit my company?

The course will ensure that learners are following best practices as detailed in national/international legislation as well as operator procedures.

What standards are referenced in the course?

International Safety Management (ISM) Code

Oil Operators International Marine Forum (OCIMF)

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

The 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 relevant personnel, including work party members, Performing Authorities and Area Authorities

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?

This course aims to provide the knowledge and techniques for carrying out effective toolbox talks

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have knowledge and know of techniques for carrying out effective toolbox talks

What standards are referred to in this course?

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessment

Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

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?

All trainee Maritime personnel working with fuel systems.

Is previous experience required?

Previous experience is not required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with an overview of fuel systems.

How will the course benefit my company?

By providing personnel with an overview of fuel systems.

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?

All maritime personnel

Is previous experience required?

You do not previous experience to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with an awareness of how loud noise can have a detrimental effect on your hearing

How will the course benefit my company?

By protecting personnel from hearing loss and improving communication

What standards are referenced in the course?

Maritime Labour Convention (MLC)

UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s Code of Safe Working Practices for Seamen.

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is the course for?

All personnel involved in scaffolding operations.

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 a brief overview of the requirements for safe scaffolding over sea.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will provide personnel with a brief overview of the requirements for safe scaffolding over 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 the course for?

All relevant personnel.

Is previous experience required?

No experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course aims to provide an overview of best practice in relation to drug and alcohol awareness in the workplace.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course provides drug and alcohol awareness, information on company abuse, illegal drug use, and the abuse of prescription drugs. 

What standards are referenced in the course?

N/A

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Learning Objectives:

• Identify various types of common drugs

• Find company policies on alcohol and controlled substances

• Explain the various methods of alcohol and drug testing

• Explain the consequences of violating company drug and alcohol use policies

• Describe the effects of alcohol and drugs on the body and job performance

Who is the course for?

Officers who are looking for an easy-to-follow supplement or refresher to their radar and ARPA courses and anyone requiring knowledge of the general features of radar.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

The course will benefit learners by enhancing their knowledge, skills and confidence in radar plotting and in the use of ARPA during collision avoidance manoeuvres, while being aware of limiting factors.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring that personnel understand both the potential and limitations of radar and ARPA equipment in order to ensure safe operations on board.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• IMO Radar Performance Standards (IMO) (2004): Res.MSC.192(79)

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

• International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Recommendations (ITU (200): Rec.ITU-R.M.1313-1)

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?

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?

This course is aimed at personnel working in the energy and maritime sectors.

Is previous experience required?

No prior knowledge or experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

Dropped objects can cause serious injuries as well as damage to assets and equipment. This course will give you a basic understanding of the common causes of dropped objects, their potential consequences and how they can be prevented.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring that personnel are aware of the risk dropped objects present, their common causes and how they can be prevented.

What standards are referenced in the course?

There are no regulations or standards referenced in this course.

Is there an assessment?

Course assessment with a 80% pass mark and two attempts.

Who is the course for?

All crew/personnel who are involved in the bunkering of LNG as a fuel.

Is previous experience required?

No previous knowledge is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will give learners an awareness of LNG bunkering, including the hazards involved and the emergency and firefighting methods and procedures.

How will the course benefit my company?

The course will ensure that learners are following best practices as detailed in national/international legislation and 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

International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) and Class Requirement

International Code of Safety for Ship Using Gases or Other Low-flashpoint Fuels (IGF Code)

The International Code of the Construction and Equipment of Ships carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (IGC Code)

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

International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers 1978 (STCW)

International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals (ISGOTT 6) Chapter 24

International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (Gas Carrier 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?

Deck Officers.

Is previous experience required?

Previous navigational knowledge is recommended.

How will the course benefit me?

By enabling you to confidently assess navigational situations based on the involved vessels and making sound decisions to avoid collisions based on the appropriate rules.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring navigational officers are able to correctly handle close quarter situations and minimising the risk of collision and non-conformities of vessels.

What standards are referenced in the course?

International Regulations for preventing Collisions at Sea

Is there an assessment?

Yes - Fast Track is a pre-assessment learning tool designed to assess your existing knowledge. The results of this assessment help identify your personal knowledge gaps.

The tool automatically creates a bespoke course to address these knowledge gaps. You will only be given content covering the gaps identified in the pre-assessment.

Your knowledge and understanding is then reassessed.

If you successfully complete all of the Fast Track pre-assessment questions correctly, then your knowledge is deemed complete, and no course content or further assessment will be required.

Who is the course for?

Officer Cadets and Junior Deck Officers.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing an insight into the various types of cargo insulation.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring personnel understand safe operations on board a gas carrier.

What standards are referenced in the course?

The International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (IGC 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?

All crew with responsibility for assisting with crowd and crisis management during an emergency.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will give learners an overview of crowd and crisis management during an emergency.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring personnel are aware of how they should respond in an emergency to ensure passenger safety.

What standards are referenced in the course?

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

• The International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code

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

• Cargo Stowage and Securing (CSS) Code

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

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%.

What is the duration of the course?

90 minutes + Onboard Exercises / Checklist

Who is this course for?

All ship crew with emergency duties.

Is previous experience required?

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

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to provide learners with a refresher of safe practices and the relevance of human factors of crowd and crisis management.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have  a refresher of safe practices and the relevance of human factors of crowd and crisis management.

What standards are referred to in this course?

STCW A-V/2, Chapter V, Tables 1 and 2

SOLAS

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%.