Course catalogue

Who is the course for?

All personnel involved with confined space entry work.

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 overview of industry best practice in relation to confined space entry work.

How will the course benefit my company?

The course will benefit companies by reducing confined space entry related injuries.  

What standards are referenced in the course?

Confined Space Regulations

Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations  

Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 

Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 

Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 

Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations  

The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations

EH40/2005 

Health and Safety Executive

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 this course for?

All personnel who are 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 this 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 practice for the correct handling techniques for safe lifting, and for the pushing and pulling of loads.

How will this course benefit my company?

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

What standards are referred to in this 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

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 this course for:

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

Is previous experience required?

Completed basic slinger course.

How will this 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.

This course provides a basic review and update of knowledge of lifting equipment in accordance with applicable standards.

How will this 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 referred to in this course?

NORSOK R-003

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:
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?

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.

How will this course benefit my company?

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

What standards are referred to in this course?
NORSOK R-003

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?

Everyone working on low and high 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 and high 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%.

Course Goal: This course aims to provide an understanding of the duties and responsibility of a Ship Safety Officer and should be able to undertake the duties as a Ship’s Safety Officer or Safety Representative.

Who is the course for?

Any personnel taking on the duties of a Ship Safety Officer or Safety Representative including Ship Officers / HQSE Managers / Training Managers, and Engine and Deck Department Supervisors.

Is previous experience required?

Those eligible to perform duties as “Ship Safety Officer” or a “Safety Representative”, are limited to crew members who have no less than 2 years consecutive sea service since attaining the age of 18, which in the case of a safety representative on board a tanker shall include at least 6 months service on such a ship.

How will the course benefit me?

After successfully completing this course, and have the “Safety Officer – Checklist” completed and approved, you should be able to undertake the duties and responsibilities as Safety Officer, as defined in STCW Code 2010 Table A-II/2 and A-III/2. You will be a certified Safety Officer.

How will the course benefit my company?

Ensuring you are qualified and certified as a “Safety Officer”.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• MCA Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seamen

• This Safety Officer course also covers relevant parts of STCW Code Tables A-II/2 and A-III/2 

• IMO Model Course 3.11.

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?

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 this course for:
Primary target group are candidates for instructed person. Secondary target group are employees with HSE responsibilities.

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 covers the government requirements on theoretical training for personnel who may undertake simple operational and maintenance tasks on the electrical system.

The course focuses on preventing accidents and to be aware of the dangers of working with electricity.

The theoretical part of First Aid and instructions are covered, but it is necessary to undertake practical training both in First Aid and the work tasks covered by the instructions in relation to the electrical installation where you are to work.

How will this course benefit my company?
By ensuring you have the knowledge of the government requirements of theoretical training for personnel who may undertake simple operational and maintenance tasks on the electrical system.

What standards are referred to in this course?

FSE 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%.

Price for a company member of Norsk olje og gass: NOK 75,-

This course looks at electrical installations in explosive atmospheres. The object of the course is to enable those working in explosive atmospheres to perform their work properly and safely.

This course fulfils the requirements for personnel working in explosive atmospheres. Theory is taken from CENELEC and IEC norms.

Text, images, videos, animations and 3D simulations will help give you a better understanding of explosive atmospheres and their particular characteristics.

Who is the course for?

Personnel who are involved in the preparation of dangerous goods for transportation by sea.

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 the course benefit me?

This course aims to provide learners with industry best practice in relation to the transportation of dangerous goods by sea. The course should enable personnel to recognise the classes of dangerous goods and to pack, mark, label and document articles and items correctly.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are familiar with industry best practice in relation to the transportation of dangerous goods by sea.

What standards are referenced in the course?

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

• International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed each section of 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 section and have a pass mark of 80%.

Who is this course for?

This course is aimed towards all personnel who use abrasive wheels in the workplace.

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 the knowledge required to understand the hazards and controls associated with the use of abrasive wheels.

How will this course benefit my company?

The course will benefit companies by providing personnel with knowledge of how to avoid risks and hazards when using abrasive wheels, subsequently reducing accidents and injuries in the workplace.

What standards are referred to in this course? 

• Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 

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 aims 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 practice for the correct handling techniques for safe lifting, and for the pushing and pulling of loads.

Kursinnhold

- Define the term ‘manual handling’ and explain the importance of safe manual handling operations
- Identify the types of injuries that may result from manual handling operations
- Identify the legislation that is in place to regulate manual handling operations
- Describe the duties that are placed on employers and employees by the Manual Handling Operations
Regulations
- Explain the importance of risk assessing manual handling operations
- Identify the factors to consider when assessing manual handling operations
- Describe good handling techniques for safe lifting and the importance of working within the HSE manual
handling risk assessment
- Describe good handling techniques for pushing and pulling loads
- Explain the training requirements associated with manual handling operations

Who is this course for?
Deck Officers and Deck Crew.

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 introduction to Emergency Towing Systems (ETS) in the Maritime Industry.

How will this course benefit my company?
By ensuring you have an understanding of the Emergency Towing Systems.

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 70%.

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: 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 practice for the correct handling techniques for safe lifting, and for the pushing and pulling of loads.

This course covers the following learning objectives:

LO1 Define the term ‘manual handling’ and explain the importance of safe manual handling operations

LO2 Identify the types of injuries that may result from manual handling operations

LO3 Identify the legislation that is in place to regulate manual handling operations

LO4 Describe the duties that are placed on employers and employees by the Manual Handling Operations Regulations

LO5 Explain the importance of risk assessing manual handling operations

LO6 Identify the factors to consider when assessing manual handling operations and identify ways of reducing the risks of injury

LO7 Describe good handling techniques for safe lifting and the importance of working within the HSE manual handling risk assessment guidelines

LO8 Describe good handling techniques for pushing and pulling loads

LO9 Explain the training requirements associated with manual handling operations

Who is this course for?

Personnel requiring an awareness or understanding of the role of Banksmen and Slingers.

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 give an overview of the roles of the Banksman and Slinger

How will this course benefit my company?

To ensure you have an overview of the roles of the Banksman and Slinger

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%.

This course is made for personnel who organize or perform: planning, installation, inspection and maintenance of Ex equipment.

The course gives an introduction and repetition in different subjects treated in the IEC 60079 Standard (NEK EN 60079).

The course duration is 5 hours and is valid for 5 years

The course can also be taken as a refresher course for Ex maintenance

Themes:

• Fundamental Ex philosophy, refresher

• Preparing and installing electrical equipment in hazardous areas

• Inspection and maintenance of electrical equipment in Ex areas

• Understand what maintenance tasks can be done locally, and what must be performed by an authorized workshop

• Give candidates for CompEx certification a solid background for the theoretical assessment

This course provides the candidate with a general understanding of the principles of explosion theory, and what measures we put in place to ensure safety. In this course we explain why gases are divided into classes, areas into zones and show you how equipment is designed and marked for use in specific conditions. All to ensure safety and reduce the potential for explosions in gaseous atmospheres.

Content:

- Fire and explosion theory
- Main organizations and regulations for Ex
- Area classification and Ex zoning
- General principles for type of protection and marking
- Applicable standards for Ex
- Proper design and positioning of Ex equipment
- Exd protection
- Exe protection
- Exp protection
- Exo, Exq and Exm protection
- Exn and Exs protection
- Exi protection
- Ex protection in real-life situations


Norwegian EX Basic course can be found by searching for the course code EXT-024.

Ce cours vise à vous permettre de :

• Définir le terme « manutention manuelle » et expliquer l'importance de la sécurisation des opérations de manutention manuelle 

• Identifier les types de blessures susceptibles de se produire par suite d’opérations de manutention manuelle 

• Identifier la législation mise en place pour réguler les opérations de manutention manuelle

• Décrire les responsabilités attribuées aux employeurs et aux employés par la législation sur les opérations de manutention manuelle

• Expliquer l'importance de l'évaluation des risques liés aux opérations de manutention manuelle 

• Identifier les facteurs à prendre en compte quand on évalue des opérations de manutention manuelle et identifier les manières de réduire les risques de blessure 

• Décrire les bonnes techniques de manutention pour un levage, une poussée et une traction des charges sûrs, et

• Expliquer les exigences en matière de formation associées aux opérations de manutention manuelle

The aim of this training programme is to impart the initial training to enable trainee competence assessors, now referred to as learners, to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills which underpin the tasks to be performed as a Competence Assessor.

The objectives of this training are that learners will be able to:

(a) Understand the principals and corresponding roles and responsibilities involved in competence assessment

(b) Plan and carry out an assessment

(c) Monitor and verify assessment records

(d) Objectively review and assess different types of evidence

(e) Understand the importance of robust record keeping

(f) Deliver assessment feedback

The OPITO Competence Assessor Award delivered through Blended Learning requires the following:

Computer/Laptop

Webcam

Printer/scanner

The Blended Learning is delivered in Stages. Access to the e-learning modules are in My Training tab in the Training portal. Stage 1 & 2 are found in the OPITO Competence Assessor Award e-learning module 1. 

Stage 1 - Online registration 1 hour to complete

Stage 2- E-learning modules Self-study 5/6 hours recommended

Stage 3- Live instructor webinar and online test 1 full day (sessions run twice weekly)

Stage 4- Upon successful completion of the training, and with evidence that the skills and knowledge have been successfully applied in the workplace, the learner would be eligible to conduct workplace assessments, providing they themselves are technically competent in the discipline being assessed. Following this training, it will be the responsibility of the employing organisation to allow each assessor to gain further experience.