Course catalogue

Who is the course for?

Any deck & engine officer on a vessel sailing into polar waters.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with an understanding of the Polar Water Operational Manual and its specific purpose for your vessel and to facilitate an easier vessel familiarisation using the actual manual onboard.

How will the course benefit my company?

Ensuring personnel are able to familiarise themselves with the specific rules and guidelines outlined in the vessel’s Polar Water Operational Manual to comply with the International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters.

What standards are referenced in the course?

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

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

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

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 who are looking for an easy to follow supplement or refresher to their radar and ARPA courses and any other crewmember that requires an understanding 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?

By providing you with technical background knowledge to ensure that you understand the both the potential and limitations of radar and ARPA equipment.

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?

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%.

Who is this course for?

Maritime personnel who may be affected by potential baggage searches.

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 introduction to personnel and baggage searches in the Maritime Industry.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are aware of the personnel and baggage searches which might be carried out. 

What standards are referred to in this course?

SOLAS ch. 11 - ISPS 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 this course for?

This course is aimed at employees working in the US or subject to OSHA regulations.

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 overview of an employee’s right to implement their stop work authority.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are aware of an employee’s right to implement their stop work authority.

What standards are referred to in this course?

Workers’ Right to Refuse Dangerous Work

Is there an assessment?

Yes - Trainingportal assessment with an 80% pass mark and two attempts.

Who is this course for?

Maritime personnel who require an introduction to or awareness of maritime Protection and Indemnity insurance.

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 personnel with an awareness of the principles of maritime Protection and Indemnity Insurance.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an understanding of the maritime Protection and Indemnity Insurance. 

What standards are referred to in this course?

The Marine Insurance Act.

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 Electrical Ratings working on high voltage installations.

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 working on electrical installations.

How will the course benefit my company?

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

What standards are referenced in the course?

Safety Regulations for Work and Operation of Electrical Equipment and Installations.

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%.

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: 20 hours), and

• The final exam (ETC: 60 minutes) 

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

Who is the course for?

This course is for personnel who require an insight into Norwegian maritime rules and regulations.

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 introduction to the Norwegian maritime rules and regulations and to provide details of how much of an influence Norway has over the global maritime industry.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will benefit shipping operators and companies by ensuring that their staff have an awareness of the Norwegian Maritime Authority, Norwegian maritime rules and regulations and all other relevant legislation.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• International Safety Management (ISM) Code

• Freedom of Information Act

• Norwegian International Ship Register Act

• Ship Labour Act

• Ship Safety and Security Act

• Norwegian Maritime Act

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

• International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS)

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

• International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code

• Norwegian Maritime Code

• Maritime Labour Convention (MLC)

• Equality and Anti-discrimination Act

• Accommodation of Crews Convention

• Principles of Safe Manning

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

• Norwegian Regulations

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 this course for?
All personnel.

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 personnel with a guide on the preventative and protective measures that may be put in place at workplaces following personnel return

How will this course benefit my company?
By ensuring you have an overview of the preventative and protective measures that may be put in place at workplaces following personnel return

What standards are referred to in this course?
N/A

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%.

This course provides an introduction to the understanding of gas in high risk work situations.  It describes real dangers and explains about the most common types of gas.  The course provides increased understanding and knowledge of elements of risk when working in areas exposed to gas, and knowledge of how best to protect yourself, and others, using proper equipment. Users shall become acquainted with the possibilities and limitations presented by gas measurement equipment, in relevant situations.

Course Content

- Introduction

- Relevant terms

- Air and closed spaces

- Oxygen measurement

- Explosive gases

- Toxic gases

- Conclusion

Who is this course for?

This course aims to provide learners with an awareness of US best practice in relation to the values that govern responsible corporate practice and personal behaviors in the workplace.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required. 

How will this course benefit me?

The Code of Conduct course provides an overview of the common values that govern responsible corporate practice and personal behavior in a company. The course will identify the responsibilities of employees and our common responsibilities toward each other in the workplace. 

You will learn about applicable laws on human rights, equality, discrimination and corruption. During the course, you will be asked to make your own decisions in relevant dilemmas involving sexual harassment, bullying, discrimination and corruption.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring that all personnel are familiar with applicable laws on human rights, equality, discrimination and corruption.

What standards are referred to in this course?

The Civil Rights Act 1964

The UK Equality Act 2010

The US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act 

The UK Bribery Act 2010

The International Labor Organization (ILO)

Is there an assessment?

No

Who is this course for?

All employees at all levels of the organisation who require an awareness of steps to take in the event of armed attack.

Is previous experience required?

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

How will this course benefit me?

The main idea behind the course is that knowledge about and reflection on what to do makes us feel more confident and able to make informed choices.  In a public area or at work, are you aware of what the premises look like, and how you can evacuate if a situation should occur? In order of priority you should act in this way; Run, Hide, Fight!

The course describes these guidelines in more details and also allows the user to reflect upon various aspects of an armed attack.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are aware of the priorities should an armed attack occur.

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?

There is no exam upon completion of this course.

Who is this course for?

Trainee Oil and Gas Operations Technicians

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 overview of fuel systems

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an overview of fuel systems

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 80%.

Who is this course for?

Maritime personnel requiring knowledge or awareness of US maritime security risks and controls.

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 an awareness of US best practice in relation to marine security awareness.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are aware of US best practice in relation to marine security awareness.

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?

There is no exam upon completion of this course

Who is the course for?

Personnel who require knowledge or awareness of dangerous goods within HEMS operations.

Is previous experience required?

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

How will the course benefit me?

This course is part of the required trainings for HEMS operating crew, and covers classification of dangerous goods, how dangerous goods is divided into hazard classes, how it should be marked and labelled and what emergency procedures should contain.

This course must be repeated every 24 months.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are familiar with the classification of dangerous goods, how dangerous goods is divided into hazard classes, how it should be marked and labelled and what emergency procedures should contain.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

• International Air Transport Association (IATA)

Who is the course for?

Officers and Electrical Ratings working on low voltage installations.

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 working on electrical installations.

How will the course benefit my company?

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

What standards are referenced in the course?

Safety Regulations for Work and Operation of Electrical Equipment and Installations.

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 eLearning course is aimed at individuals who are required to travel overseas on business, particularly to high-risk locations where there is a threat of criminal activity, civil unrest and terrorism.

Is previous experience required?
There is no requirement for prior knowledge or experience before completing this course and it is assumed that you are competent in your designated role.

How will the course benefit me?
When you travel somewhere new, your lack of local knowledge can mean that you may be more likely to be targeted by criminals. This course will give you a basic understanding of the threats commonly faced by travellers and explain how you can reduce the likelihood of a health or security incident.

The knowledge gained in this course will help you to assess your personal risk so that you can stay safe while travelling. It will also outline the basic principles of safety and security.

How will the course benefit my company?
By ensuring you are fully aware of the risks that you may face when travelling, you can keep yourself, and your company's assets and information, safe.

What standards are referenced in the course?
This course does not contain reference to specific legislation or standards but is written to current travel security guidelines and 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 100%.

Course Goal: This course aims to provide learners with an introduction to ISO14001 and Environmental Management in the Maritime Industry.

Learning Objectives:

Introduction to Environmental Management and ISO 14001

LO1 Explain the importance of being an environmentally responsible company

LO2 Explain the role of ISO14001 in environmental management

LO3 Define what is meant by environmental ‘aspects’ and ‘impacts’

LO4 Explain the purpose of an Environmental Management System (EMS) 

LO5 Describe how to ensure continual improvement in environmental performance

Environmental Aspects of Maritime Activities

LO6 Identify the significant environmental aspects of the Maritime Industry

Monitoring and Reporting

LO7 Explain the importance of monitoring and reporting all environmental issues 

Playing your Part

LO8 Explain how you can play your part in improving environmental performance 

The VIRSEC Maritime English Test for Deck Ratings is designed to assist ship operators and employers make recruiting decisions by assessing the English language competency of Seafarers at a Deck Rating position working on board any vessel.

The Test is designed around the approved guidelines for Maritime English developed by the IMO. These guidelines are combined with internationally recognised methods for English language testing to form a rigorous and accurate testing system.

Regulations:

The English Tests are designed from the ground up using approved guidelines from the International Maritime Organisation (IMO Model English course 3.17); IMO Standard Marine Communication Phrases (SMCPs); and consistent with the framework set out by the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping.

Why Take This Test With VIRSEC:

What makes VIRSEC different from the others? Below are some of the benefits of taking this online Test with VIRSEC:

• American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) Accredited Online Test
• Randomised Questioning
• Adheres to International Standards
• Position-Focused Questions
• Assesses 5 Primary Language Skills

Test Duration:

The user must attempt the Test in 90 minutes, and in one sitting. If a candidate does not complete the exam within the duration, they will fail any unanswered questions.

Passmark: 65%

Performance management ensures that the day-to-day activities are focused towards achieving organizational goals. In this lesson, you will learn about setting SMART goals by implementing the SMART model. Whether you are using the SMART model to define the specifics of a small business goal or to manage an enterprise-wide project, you will find that this system lends clarity, focus, and flexibility to the art of goal setting.

• Explain SMART goals

• Identify SMART goal benefits and examples