Course catalogue

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%.

Who is this course for?

Any person conducting an in-service assessment of the competence of an on-oboard candidate.

Is previous experience required?

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

How will this course benefit me?

The aim of this course is to enable you as an on-board assessor to supervise the training and monitor the competence of seafarers. A seafarer's competence must meet the standards of the STCW Code.

This course is approved by  the Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) on behalf of IMO.

This course will be a part of a blended learning in two stages:

- The first stage is this e-learning course

- The second stage will be the on-board workbook

The training will be complete when all the elements of the checklist pertaining to your on-board assessor

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are qualified and certified as an Onboard Assessor. 

What standards are referred to in this course?

STCW Onboard Assessor (A-I/6)

This course is approved by the Norwegian maritime Authority (NMA)

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%.

This course is a combined training consisting of: Elearning and onboard training (exercises and checklists).

Who is the course for?

Junior Officers and crew who are involved in tanker operations on board, to further their understanding of operating procedures, safety and associated documentation and/or checklists.

Is previous experience required?

This course requires no previous experience to complete.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will give learners an awareness of the safety considerations for tanker operations.

How will the course benefit my company?

The course will ensure that learners are following best practice as detailed in national and international legislation as well as company procedures.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• The International Safety Management (ISM) Code

• The Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF)

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

• The Oil Pollution Act 1990 (OPA90) for operating in US waters

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

• International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals (ISGOTT)

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

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 lifting operations.

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 overview of the Banksman and Slinger roles, and how to carry out lifting operations safely.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will provide personnel with an overview of the Banksman and Slinger roles, to help ensure that lifting operations are carried out safely.

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 the course for?

Personnel responsible for cooking, preparing or handling food and others working in the kitchen/galley/dining areas.

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 introduction to industry best practice in relation to food safety, health and hygiene.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will provide personnel with an introduction to industry best practice in relation food safety, health and hygiene and help reinforce the importance of good food safety practices in the workplace.

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 the course for?

All personnel on board.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide learners with awareness on how to prepare for heavy weather and protect the safety of the ship and all personnel on board.

How will the course benefit my company?

The course will ensure that learners are following best practice as detailed in national and international legislation, as well as their company procedures.

What standards are referenced in the course?

International Safety Management (ISM) Code

Cargo Securing Manual (CSM)

Code of Safe Working Practices (CoSWP)

The ICS Bridge Procedures Guide

Safety of Life at Sea Convention (SOLAS)

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?

Personnel who require an introduction to or awareness of MARPOL.

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 the MARPOL Convention and each of its six annexes.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are familiar with the MARPOL Convention and each of its six annexes.

What standards are referred to in this course?

IMO's Marine Pollution (MARPOL) convention.

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%.

“Course on fall protection” is a course on the basics of fall protection for anyone working above ground.

This course outlines the laws and regulations related to fall protection. It contains information about active as well as passive protection gear, as well as first aid related to falls from a height. Upon completion of the course one will have information about the various aspects of fall protection. One will also learn how to carry out ones work in a safe and secure manner within the confines of the applicable laws and regulations.

Course Content

- Laws and regulations

- Active and passive fall protection

- First aid

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.

Who is the course for?

Personnel who require a basic understanding of the operation of diesel engines and the importance of maintaining good lubrication for their safe operation.

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 overview of how diesel engines operate, their components and their use within the industry. It will also outline the importance of maintaining good lubrication for their safe operation.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will provide personnel with an overview of how diesel engines operate and the importance of maintaining good lubrication for their safe operation.

What standards are referenced in the course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards.

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is the course for?

Personnel that may be exposed to environments containing nitrogen.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing knowledge in the risks of entering a nitrogen environment.

How will the course benefit my company?

By reducing Nitrogen exposure risks.

What standards are referenced in the 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 70%.

Who is the course for?

All Engineering Officers.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide knowledge of isolation techniques.

How will the course benefit my company?

Improve safe isolation of systems.

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 the course for?

All shipboard and shore-based personnel.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will raise your awareness of acceptable social media practice.

How will the course benefit my company?

Providing personnel with clear guidance on the safe and appropriate use of social media can reduce the risk of reputational damage and data protection breaches.

What standards are referenced in the course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards.

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is the course for?

Junior Engineers and Electro-tech Officers, Engineering and Electrical Ratings, Engineering and Electrical cadets.

Is previous experience required?

Basic maritime electrical engineering knowledge is recommended.

How will the course benefit me?

The course is designed to enable you to understand the basics around auxiliary generators and their uses.

How will the course benefit my company?

The course will provide the learners with basic knowledge about auxiliary generators and their uses.

What standards are referenced in the course?

IMO SOLAS 1974

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 relevant personnel.

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

How will this course benefit me?
This course provides drug and alcohol awareness, information on company policies, and the effects of alcohol abuse, illegal drug use, and the abuse of prescription drugs.

How will this course benefit my company?
By ensuring you have a basic understanding of the drug and alcohol awareness, information on company policies, and the effects of alcohol abuse, illegal drug use, and the abuse of prescription drugs.

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%.

Who is this course for?

All relevant personnel, including work party members, Performing Authorities and Area Authorities

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 the knowledge and techniques for carrying out effective toolbox talks

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have knowledge and know of techniques for carrying out effective toolbox talks

What standards are referred to in this course?

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessment

Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

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?

Ratings and junior engineers new to marine engineering.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will enable you to understand the purpose of a boiler on board and its basic requirements. It will also provide you with some basic safety knowledge.

How will the course benefit my company?

By providing your engineers and ratings with basic knowledge on boiler operations on board.

What standards are referenced in the course?

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

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 ship personnel preparing, conducting, or supervising the inspection of a ballast tank.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing learners with the knowledge for a safe and successful ballast tank inspection.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring ship personnel take the necessary safety precautions to avoid incidents during tank inspection and by providing them with the required knowledge to identify and record any issues with the inspected tank.

What standards are referenced in the course?

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

International Safety Management Code (ISM)

ISO 4628 Paint and varnishes

ASTM D610 Standard Practice for Evaluating Degree of Rusting on Painted Steel Surfaces

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%.