Course catalogue

Who is this course for?

Personnel who work at a site or location where there is a risk that objects could fall from height.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this 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 this 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 referred to in this course?

Occupational Safety and Health Act (USA)

Health and Safety at Work Act (UK)

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.

The course is for all those who work with or may come in contact with chemicals, and is also intended for those who may be dealing with workplace environment issues, purchasing, or transportation. The E-learning course will give the target group fundamental knowledge of safe use of chemicals.

The course educates participants in the handling of chemicals so that chemicals are used responsibly and in accordance with requirements laid down by the relevant authorities in relation to this work.

Course Content

- Mapping
- Classification and labelling
- Safety datasheet and substances and chemicals registers
- Exposure
- Risk assessment
- Protective equipment
- First aid

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%.

Who is this course for?

All personnel across an organisation to set a benchmark of knowledge and awareness of risk assessment.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to introduce, develop and increase learners’ knowledge and awareness of the importance of Risk Assessment and how it can reduce the likelihood of accidents in the workplace.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have the required knowledge and awareness of the importance of Risk Assessment and how it can reduce the likelihood of accidents in the workplace.

What standards are referred to in this course?

No standards 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 80%.

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 Ship Officers and shore personnel involved in ship operations.

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

How will this course benefit me?
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has defined the Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan as a Management tool to assist shipowners, technical managers, and the ship's crew in managing the energy efficiency and air emission of their ships. In the plan are operational and technical measures that are implemented on-board to improve efficiency and negative effects on the environment.

How will this course benefit my company?
By ensuring you have an overview of the Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan.

What standards are referred to in this course?
Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP).

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 all personnel involved in lifting operations in the Oil and Gas Industry.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course. 

How will the course benefit me?

This course provides learners with an awareness of the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) and gives an overview of industry best practice in relation to working with lifting equipment.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an awareness of the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) and the industry best practice in relation to working with lifting equipment.

What standards are referenced in the course?

Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) 

Health and Safety at Work Act 

Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 

Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 

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 the course for?

All personnel who may be exposed to Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM) in the workplace.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course aims to provide an awareness of NORM and provide best practices for managing NORM in oil and gas producing facilities.

How will the course benefit my company?

The course will benefit companies by ensuring that all members of personnel have an awareness of NORM and how it should be managed, which will help to reduce workplace accidents.

What standards are referenced in the course?

There are no standards or regulations 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 80%.

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.

An introduction to ergonomics in the workplace, especially offshore related work. The course looks at correct working techniques, what makes a good working environment, what measures that helps, and who is responsible for maintaining good ergonomic conditions in the workplace.

Course Content

- Introduction 

- Correct working techniques 

- Environment 

- Measures that help 

- Responsibility and implementation

Who is the course for?

Any personnel who require an awareness of the environmental impacts associated with offshore waste and how these wastes can be managed.

Is previous experience required?

You do not require any previous experience to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide you with an understanding of the types of waste generated offshore, 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

• The Special Waste Amendment (Scotland) Regulations 

• Hazardous Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 

• Radioactive Substances Act

• Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 

• Waste (England and Wales) Regulations

• Waste (Scotland) Regulations 

• Controlled Waste (England and Wales) Regulations

• Zero Waste (Scotland) 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%.

Who is this course for?

Personnel requiring knowledge or awareness of HAZID.

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 all personnel with solid hazard identification awareness to enable them to evaluate hazards quickly and effectively so that they can carry out their duties as safely as possible. 

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are able to evaluate hazards quickly and effectively so that you can carry out your duties as safely as possible. 

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?

This course is for personnel work at Equinor 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 will give the target group fundamental knowledge of safe use of chemicals.

The course is relevant for personnel who work at Equinor installations, and those who work with or may come in contact with chemicals.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have fundamental knowledge of safe use of chemicals.

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%.

Who is this course for?

All personnel who works in a role within the Oil and Gas Industry that may have a direct impact on the environment.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

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.

How will this course benefit my company?

This course will benefit a company by helping personnel become aware of actions that can be taken to reduce environmental damage.

What standards are referred to in this course?

BEIS (formally DECC))

Oil Spill Prevention and Response Advisory Group

Health and Safety Executive (HSE) 

ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems

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?

Personnel who are involved in work processes that can result in hand-arm vibration exposure.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course will benefit learners’ by making them aware of the risks of hand-arm vibration and the effects that it can cause.

How will this course benefit my company?

This course will benefit companies’ by ensuring that personnel have an understanding of the risks of hand-arm vibration and in turn will reduce the number of injuries that result from this.

What standards are referred to in this course?

Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

Control of Vibration at Work Regulations

Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations

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 the course for?

All personnel who work in the maritime industry and would benefit from an awareness of the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course aims to provide an overview of the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code.

How will the course benefit my company?

The course will benefit companies by ensuring that all relevant personnel have an understanding of the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code, the security attacks that can occur at sea and how to act in an emergency situation.

What standards are referenced in the course?

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

The International Ship and Port Facility Security (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 80%.

Who is the course for?

This eLearning course is aimed at individuals who work offshore, in any role, anywhere in the world.

Is previous experience required?

The course is designed for existing workers in the oil and gas industry. Completion of this course awards an IMIST certificate valid for four years, after which you will need to sit the course again to refresh your knowledge and earn a new certificate.

How will the course benefit me?

The offshore working environment is home to many hazards, which means that it is vital for everyone who goes offshore to have the same baseline level of safety knowledge. This course has been created with OPITO to set a global safety standard by applying a consistent level of safety awareness across nine safety critical areas and is applicable .

The knowledge gained in this course will help you to stay safe in your day-to-day activities offshore. It will also outline some of the systems and procedures in place to manage everyday operations offshore.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring that your safety knowledge is at or above the baseline level, your company can rest assured that you are able to work offshore safety and in compliance with regulations and company procedures. Increased safety knowledge helps to prevent incidents and makes your working environment a safer place.

What standards are referenced in the course?

This course is written based on the OPITO standard International Minimum Industry Safety Training Standard (IMIST) (5312). As a global standard, the course is not written to meet any specific regional legislation but references industry best practices and standard operating procedures throughout.

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%. 

The course starts with an optional pre-assessment that checks your existing knowledge of the course topics. The course will restructure so that it only contains the content needed to address the gaps in your knowledge.

Please find pre-course information and learning outcomes here: 

https://mintra.com/implementing-maintaining-opito-standards-policy

The e-learning course, “Fire Prevention during Hot Work”, has been quality controlled by the Norwegian Fire Prevention Association and designed is to satisfy the requirements set by the insurance industry.

The course aims to reduce the number of fires caused by hot work and improve knowledge about the risk of fire during hot work.

Please Note! Before we can inform the Norwegian Fire Prevention Association that you have completed the course, we must receive within 3 months of completing the e-learning a confirmation that you have received fire extinguishing training during the last two years. Please send the proof of the practical training to: learningcentre@mintra.com.

Participants who pass the course will be issued a certificate from the Norwegian Fire Prevention Association. The certificate must be renewed every 5 years.

All certificates will by default be sent in a digital app to a mobile phone number, no longer a plastic card. The digital certificate is included in the course fee.
If a plastic card is required, an extra fee at NOK 450 will be added to the course fee to cover our cost.

You will be required to confirm your identity online before starting this course. In Trainingportal, we have implemented a fully automated process to make this a quick and painless experience.

Course Contents

The course focuses on duties and responsibilities during hot work and is divided into the following topics: 

- Hot work
- Regulations
- Fire theory
- Extinguishing fires
- Dangers of hot work
- Risk identification and preventive measures
- Documentation of safety
- If a fire starts

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.

Course Content

- Demonstrate what it is like to have a hearing impairment

- Show how hearing damage may occur

- Explain the permanence of noise-induced hearing impairment

- Explain the link between exposure time and noise levels

- Show why it is important to use hearing protection and, not least, to use it correctly.

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.

Who is this course for?

All personnel who could potentially be exposed to noise in the workplace. 

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 the knowledge required to understand the hazards and controls associated with noise in the workplace.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring personnel are aware of the hazards posed by noise in the workplace and the controls that should be put in place to minimise their exposure and reduce the risk of hearing loss.

What standards are referred to in this course?

Control of Noise at Work Regulations

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?

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?

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:
Every seafarer without designated security duties (STCW Table A-VI/6-1)

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?
Piracy and armed robbery is a real threat to seafarer’s onboard ships and mobile units at sea. 1st January 2014 a requirement about seafarer’s security training was put in force for all ships to which the ISPS Code applies.

The training consists of an e-learning course and the performance of certain on board activities described in a checklist. The client’s approved instructors must sign completed checklists for each trainee.

When the training is completed a certificate is issued by the Norwegian Maritime Authority.

How will this course benefit my company?
By ensuring you have the knowledge and are certified according to the STCW regulations.

What standards are referred to in this course?
STCW - Security Awareness, table A-VI/6-1
This training programme in Ship Security Awareness has been approved by the Norwegian Maritime Authority.

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%.