Course catalogue

Who is this course for?

This course is aimed at all shipboard and shore-based personnel.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course will provide you with an introduction to the management of occupational health and safety management in the maritime industry.

How will this course benefit my company?

This course ensures that personnel are aware of how occupational health and safety management systems relate to ISO 45001 and the ISM Code. It also raises awareness of the importance of following shipboard safety procedures and keeping accurate records on health and safety issues.

What standards are referred to in this course?

• International Safety Management Code (ISM Code)

• ISO 45001

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 personnel involved in the transportation or supporting of a load by hand or bodily force.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

The aim of this course is to increase learners’ awareness of the importance of safe manual handling operations and the risks involved with manual handling. The course also aims to outline best practices for the correct handling techniques for safe lifting; and for the pushing and pulling of loads.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will benefit your company by reducing manual handling accidents.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• The Manual Handling Operations Regulations

• The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations

• Health and Safety at Work Act

• Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Learning objectives

- Recall what is meant by the term ‘manual handling’

- Identify the types of injuries that may result from manual handling operations

- Identify the legislation that is in place to regulate manual handling operations

- Identify the duties that are placed on employers and employees by the Manual Handling Operations Regulations

- Recognise the types of risk assessment which are relevant to manual handling operations

- Identify factors to consider when assessing manual handling operations to reduce the potential risks of injury

- Identify good handling techniques for the safe lifting of loads

- Identify good handling techniques for pushing and pulling loads

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?

All crew.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with an awareness of the importance of maintaining high standards of personal hygiene and housekeeping onboard a vessel.

How will the course benefit my company?

Poor standards of personal hygiene and housekeeping can spread disease and create an uncomfortable environment for all crewmembers. Making personnel aware of how to look after themselves, their cabins and the communal spaces onboard can help to create a happier, healthier and more productive crew.

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 shipboard and shore-based personnel involved in shipboard garbage management.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

By providing you with an overview of the importance of garbage management and how to complete the Garbage Record Book.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring personnel are aware of the importance of garbage management and how to complete the Garbage Record Book to comply with international requirements.

What standards are referred to in this course?

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

• Resolution MEPC.314(74) Amendments to the Annex of MARPOL

• Resolution MEPC.312(74) Guidelines for the use of electronic record books under MARPOL

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is the course for?

Deck Management, Deck Crew, Engine Management and Shore based Personnel.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required.

How will the course benefit me?

Providing you with an awareness of the importance of maintaining the maritime Oil Record Book.

How will the course benefit my company?

Ensuring personnel are familiar with the need to complete the Oil Record Book to comply with international requirements.

What standards are referenced in the course? International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)

International Safety Management (ISM) 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 personnel who do not routinely process personal data.

Is previous experience required?

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

How will the course benefit me?

Complying with the GDPR is mandatory for organisations processing personal data in the EU or EEA and for organisations processing the personal data of EU and EEA residents from abroad. This course raises awareness of the principles and rights enshrined in the GDPR and the obligations organisations have to comply with it.

How will the course benefit my company?

It will ensure you have an awareness of the principles and rights in the GDPR and their importance.

What standards are referenced in the course? 

• The EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

Is there an assessment?

No

Who is the course for? 

All ship officers and shore personnel who are involved in ship operations.

Is previous experience required? 

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me? 

The Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP) is a management tool to assist shipowners, technical managers and the ship's personnel in managing the energy efficiency and air emissions of their ships. 

How will the course benefit my company? 

By ensuring you have an overview of the Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan.

What standards are referenced in the course? 

• The International Maritime Organization (IMO) Guidelines for the Development of a Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP)
• The IMO Fuel Oil Data Collection System (DCS)
• The European Union Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) Regulation
• The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)
• The IMO Guidelines for Voluntary Use of the Ship Energy Efficiency Operational Indicator (EEOI)
• The IMO Guidelines on the Method of Calculation of the Attained Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI)
• The IMO Guidelines on Operational Carbon Intensity Indicators and the Calculation Methods (CII Guidelines, G1)

Is there an assessment? 

Yes

Who is the course for?

All categories of crane operators who have completed a basic slinger course.

Is previous experience required?

Completed basic slinger course.

How will the course benefit me?

All usage, storage, and inspections of lifting equipment shall be in accordance with the producer's instructions and requirements stipulated in the NORSOK R-003 standard. Lifting equipment shall be used only by personnel who have and can document competence in lifting operations.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have required knowledge as a basic slinger to enable you to reduce accidents and incidents.

What standards are referenced in the course?

NORSOK R-003, 2017

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is this course for:

All categories of crane operators who have completed a basic rigging course.

Is previous experience required?

Learners must have completed a basic rigging course.

How will this course benefit me?

By ensuring you have the required safety knowledge and theoretical competence as a rigger. 

How will this course benefit my company?

This course provides a basic review and update of knowledge of rigging operations in accordance with applicable standards and regulations. All rigging operations shall be performed according to applicable safety regulations. These specifications are stipulated in the NORSOK R-003 standard and in the Regulations for using work equipment. Only personnel who have documented rigger training may perform rigging operations. This course provides a basic review and update of knowledge of rigging operations in accordance with applicable standards and regulations. 

What standards are referred to in this course?

NORSOK R-003, 2017

Is there an assessment?

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

Who is this course for?
This Ballast Water and Sediments Management Training – DNV course is for anyone who requires an understanding of the requirements of the Ballast Water Management Convention. For example, seafarers, ship managers, supervisors and others responsible for ballast water.

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

How will this course benefit me?
This course aims to raise your awareness of ballast water management in accordance with the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ship’s Ballast Water and Sediments (BWM Convention).

How will this course benefit my company?
By increasing employee’s awareness of ballast water management methods and reducing the environmental risks associated with ballast transfers.

What standards are referred to in this course?
•    International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships’ Ballast Water and Sediments (BWM Convention)
•    US Ballast Water Management for Control of Nonindigenous Species in Waters of the United States (CFR33 Part 151 Subpart D)
•    BWM.2/Circ.62 ‘Guidance on Contingency Measures under the BWM Convention’
•    ISO 11711
•    MEPC.127(53) ‘Guidelines for Ballast Water Management and Development of Ballast Water Management Plans (G4)


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%.