Course catalogue

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 the course for?

Deck & Engine officers.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required.

How will the course benefit me?

Providing you with an awareness of the regulations of the Polar Code and how the code helps to address the exceptional circumstances of polar regions.

How will the course benefit my company?

Ensuring personnel are familiar with the International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters and comply with its requirements.

What standards are referenced in the course?

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

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

• International Convention for the Prevention of -Pollution from 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 this course for?

Ship Officers

Is previous experience required?

Documented 12 months seaservice as an officer onboard an ISPS vessel. 

How will this course benefit me?

After successfully completing this course, you should be able to undertake the duties and responsibilities of a Ship Security Officer, as defined in section A/12.2 of the ISPS Code and in section A-VI/5 of the STCW Code. The course enables you to maintain and supervise the implementation of the Ship Security Plan, evaluate the security risk, threat and vulnerability, make regular inspections to ensure that appropriate safeguards are implemented and maintained, and ensure that the security systems are operated, tested and calibrated correctly.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are qualified and certified as a Ship Security Officer (SSO).

What standards are referred to in this course?

STCW A-VI/5 and ISPS code section A/12.2.

The course is approved by the Norwegian maritime Authority. Approved certificate as Ship Security Officer will be issued upon course completion.

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).

To complete the course, it is required that you are employed by a company which has a plan for onboard training with these kind of activities.

The course will not be approved for any persons without a connection to a company as described above.

Who is the course for?

This course is for personnel involved with mechanical material handling equipment and operation, crane operation, rigging, supervision and signalling related activities.

Is previous experience required?

No prior knowledge or experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide learners with an awareness of industry best practice for working with cranes.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will benefit your company by ensuring that personnel have an awareness of industry best practice for working with cranes.

What standards are referenced in the course?

•The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER)

•The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER)

•The Safe Use of Lifting Equipment: Approved Code of Practice (ACOP)

•Lifting Equipment at Work Guidance

•Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations

•Health and Safety at Work Act s.16

•Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations

•International Maritime Organization (IMO)

•Norwegian Marine Authority Regulation No. 31 on cranes used on ships in open waters for loading and unloading

Is there an assessment?

Yes, 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?

Personnel requiring an introduction to or awareness of the Maritime Labour Convention.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course is designed to give an overall understanding of the Maritime Labour Convention and its importance to you as a seafarer or as a person with responsibilities relating to seafarers.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an overall understanding of the Maritime Labour Convention.

What standards are referred to in this course?

Maritime Labour Convention (MLC2006)

The ILO’s Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is the course for?

Maritime personnel, onshore and offshore

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?

The course looks at the purpose of the ISM code which is to maintain safety in international shipping, reduce pollution from vessels, protect the exterior environment and prevent injury or loss of human life.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have the knowledge of the purpose of the ISM code.

What standards are referenced in the course?

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:
Maritime personnel, onshore and offshore.

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 looks at the purpose of the ISM Code, which is to maintain safety in international shipping, reduce pollution from vessels, protect the exterior environment and prevent injury or loss of human life.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have the knowledge of the purpose of the ISM Code.

What standards are referred to in this course?

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

The International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code 

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

The International Safety Management (ISM) Code 

The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from 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 80%.

Who is this course for?
Company Security Officer (CSO), Ship Security Officer (SSO), Ship's Master and Officers, Deck and Engine Ratings, Galley and Catering Staff, Office Operations Staff

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

How will this course benefit me?
Awareness of Best Management Practices to assist companies and ships in deterring and responding to piracy attacks and armed robbery.

How will this course benefit my company?
By ensuring you are aware of best practices in deterring and responding to piracy attacks and armed robbery.

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 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?

Officers and Electrical Ratings working on low and 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 low and 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%.

Who is the course for?

Deck and Engine Room Ratings and any other personnel with responsibility for carrying out surface preparation and coating applications.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing an overview of the importance of preparing surfaces and coatings prior to carrying out operations and how improper preparation and application can affect the success of the protective coating.

How will the course benefit my company?

By providing personnel with an overview of the importance of preparing surfaces and coatings prior to carrying out painting operations and how improper preparation and application can affect the success of the protective coating.

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 crew/personnel who are involved in the bunkering of LNG as a fuel.

Is previous experience required?

No previous knowledge is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will give learners an awareness of LNG bunkering, including the hazards involved and the emergency and firefighting methods and procedures.

How will the course benefit my company?

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

What standards are referenced in the course?

International Safety Management (ISM) Code – safety and pollution prevention, emergency procedures including safe operation of equipment, training, and planned maintenance

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

International Code of Safety for Ship Using Gases or Other Low-flashpoint Fuels (IGF Code)

The International Code of the Construction and Equipment of Ships carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (IGC Code)

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

International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers 1978 (STCW)

International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals (ISGOTT 6) Chapter 24

International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (Gas Carrier 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 the course for?

Any officer of the watch looking for an easy-to-follow supplement or refresher to the IMO generic course (IMO Model Course 1.27) and anyone requiring knowledge of the general features of ECDIS.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course. Basic nautical knowledge including an understanding of terrestrial and electronic navigation is recommended.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with the general features of an ECDIS, its strengths and limitations and hands-on knowledge about the most common features and functionalities all ECDIS have.

How will the course benefit my company?

By improving the officer’s general understanding of an ECDIS as a computer-based navigation system and its role as part of a navigational watch, thus improving the performance and safety of navigation.

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 crew with responsibility for assisting with crowd and crisis management during an emergency.

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 crowd and crisis management during an emergency.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring personnel are aware of how they should respond in an emergency to ensure passenger safety.

What standards are referenced in the course?

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

• The International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code

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

• Cargo Stowage and Securing (CSS) Code

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

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%.

What is the duration of the course?

90 minutes + Onboard Exercises / Checklist

Who is this course for?

All ship crew with emergency duties.

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 a refresher of safe practices and the relevance of human factors of crowd and crisis management.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have  a refresher of safe practices and the relevance of human factors of crowd and crisis management.

What standards are referred to in this course?

STCW A-V/2, Chapter V, Tables 1 and 2

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%.