Navigating in Cold Climates

Who is this course for?

All members of the bridge team involved in navigating, such as deck officers and Masters, on board vessels travelling in cold climates.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required.

How will this course benefit me?

By providing you with an awareness of the risks that cold climates can pose and how to adjust navigation to safely travel in areas of cold climate.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring bridge personnel can cope with the exceptional circumstances that cold climates can present for navigation.

What standards are referred to in this course?

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

• International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS)

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

Is there an assessment?

Yes