Course catalogue

Who is the course for?

All people exposed to noise in their daily work.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required.

How will the course benefit me?

The purpose of the course is to prevent noise-induced hearing impairment. You will learn how loud sound and noise affect us. You will also learn how you can properly protect yourself against noise and why that is so important.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will benefit your company be ensuring that you are familiar with the safety precautions you should take in the workplace to protect your hearing.

What standards are referenced in the course?

The course is based on the current rules and regulations for working in areas where there is a risk of being exposed to noise that may be damaging to health.

Is there an assessment?

Yes

FAST TRACK is a learning method which provides you with bespoke learning content by identifying any knowledge gaps you may have in a particular subject area.

FAST TRACK is a pre-assessment learning tool which is designed to assess your existing knowledge of a particular subject area. The pre-assessment uses a pool of questions to test your current knowledge. The results of this assessment help identify your personal knowledge gaps. FAST TRACK then automatically creates a bespoke course to address these knowledge gaps.

Course goal: This course aims to increase learners’ awareness of the environmental aspects and impacts related to the Oil and Gas Industry and the actions that can be taken to minimise environmental damage

This course covers the following learning objectives:

LO1 Identify the main environmental issues that affect the Oil and Gas Industry

LO2 Explain the importance of being an environmentally responsible company

LO3 Explain the company’s commitment to managing environmental issues

LO4 Explain the role of ISO 14001 in environmental management

LO5 Define what is meant by environmental ‘aspects’ and ‘impacts’

LO6 Identify the activities that can contribute towards atmospheric pollution 

LO7 Identify the activities that can contribute towards water pollution

LO8 Identify typical spill sources

LO9 Describe the environmental effects of chemical discharges

LO10Identify the sources and impacts of disturbance of the seabed by the Oil and Gas Industry 

LO11 Identify the sources and impacts of noise from oil and gas operations 

LO12 Identify the activities that can generate waste

LO13 Describe ways in which the impact on the environment can be minimised

LO14 Explain that everyone has a role to play in protecting the environment

Course Goal:

This course aims to increase the learner's awareness of US best practice in relation to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and outline the responsibilities of employers and personnel in relation to PPE.

Learning Objectives

Section 1: The Importance of PPE

LO1 Define what is meant by Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

LO2 Identify the regulations surrounding the use of PPE

LO3 Describe the Hierarchy of Control measures

LO4 Describe the duties and responsibilities of employers in relation to PPE

LO5 Explain the importance of PPE-related training, information and instruction 

LO6 Describe the responsibilities of personnel in relation to PPE

Section 2: Types of PPE

LO7 Identify the different types of PPE 

LO8 Describe how to select, use and maintain different types of PPE

Section 3: PPE Requirements

LO9 Identify different types of Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE)

LO10 Explain the requirements for face fit testing

LO11 Explain the requirements for the use of fall protection

LO12 Explain the requirements for assessing the suitability and compatibility of PPE

LO13 Describe the four levels of PPE protection

LO14 Explain the importance of proper donning and doffing techniques

Course Goal:

This course provides learners with an awareness of US best practice in relation to working at height and fall protection.

Learning Objectives:

LO1 Identify when fall protection is required

LO2 Identify the legislative and regulatory requirements for fall protection that help to control work at height

LO3 Explain the duties that are placed on employers and employees

LO4 Describe the hazards involved in working at height

LO5 Explain the importance of planning and risk assessment

LO6 Describe the hierarchy of control for managing and selecting fall protection equipment 

LO7 Identify the factors that should be considered when assessing fall protection methods

LO8 Describe the main methods of access for working at height and give examples of the different types of fall protection equipment

LO9 Describe the rules for working with ladders

LO10 Describe the rules for working with scaffolds

LO11 Explain the importance of inspecting equipment

LO12 Explain how to correctly use a safety harness

Who is the course for?

This course is for any person who interacts with, or is responsible for, the specification, design, operation and maintenance of assets that employ safety instrumented systems.

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 awareness of the purpose and nature of safety systems deployed to protect people, the environment and plant in the areas that you work.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring personnel have an understanding of safety instrumented systems.

What standards are referenced in the course?

IEC 61508

IEC 61511

IEC 62061

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%.