Course catalogue

This course is an essential training for maritime professionals and ship personnel, particularly ship technical staff. The course is divided into three comprehensive lessons covering the basics of shipboard electrical power, understanding different operational states from the normal to blackout emergency, and in-depth strategies for managing, recovering from, and preventing blackouts. This course is an invaluable guide for anyone responsible for managing or working within the marine electrical environment, aiming to enhance safety and efficiency onboard. It is important to stress that you always orient yourself towards your engine room's specifications and follow your shipping company-approved procedures. The course concludes with an assessment to ensure a thorough understanding and readiness to apply this knowledge in real-world situations.

Do you know how many different chemicals are used in the engine room of the ships? There are various chemicals supplied to be used on ships. Being useful, the majority of these chemicals onboard have hazards! In general marine chemicals are risky to store, transport and use. Some of these chemicals have health risks, while others are regarded as harmful to the marine environment.

 

This course will identify the procedures for safe storage and handling of chemicals in the engine room and moreover, discuss the requirements for first aid. During this course, you will learn about: The purpose of the contents of a Material Safety Data Sheet; The health and safety risks presented by chemicals in the engine room; The safe storage conditions for chemicals within the engine room; The safe handling procedures for chemicals in the engine room as well as the emergency first aid procedures related to chemicals used in the engine room.

This Engine Room Rounds course shows the learner how to conduct rounds of the engine room in a structured way, and what equipment checks to carry out in the machinery spaces of typical large ships.

 

The course details how an Engineer Officer Of the Watch (EOOW) should carry out the proper checks in the machinery space to ensure that equipment is operating correctly when starting your watchkeeping or UMS duties.

 

We will begin with introductory parts to the engine department, company policy, and furthermore, we discuss the duties and responsibilities of the EOOW. More in detail, this Engine Room Rounds course will cover the ship Engineering Department; the Engine Department's Team Management; The Company Policy and Procedures for EOOW; Personnel Safety Equipment (PPE) for EOOW; Record-keeping and Reporting by EOOW; Emergency preparedness and EOOW; Changing Over Watches in Engine Room; Periodic Checks and Engine Room Rounds by EOOW; Alarms, and Actions during Watch by EOOW; Emission Control Areas and Fuel Change Over by EOOW; Preparation for Unattended Machinery Spaces(UMS) by EOOW; and Security threats and duties of the EOOW.

This course sets the stage by providing a comprehensive overview of the ISM Code, including its origins, objectives, and the key principles underpinning a strong safety culture within maritime operations. This course is structured into two main parts: ISM Code Part A: Implementation and ISM Code Part B: Certification & Verification. Each section is meticulously crafted to guide you through the ISM Code's objectives, its role in enhancing maritime safety, and the detailed requirements for compliance and certification. • Part A: Implementation delves into the specific requirements of the ISM Code, covering everything from establishing a safety and environmental protection policy to the responsibilities of company and ship personnel, emergency preparedness, and the maintenance of ships and equipment. • Part B: Certification & Verification focuses on the certification process, including the types of certificates issued, periodic verification, and the processes for interim certification and verification. However, it is important to stress that you always orient yourself towards your ship's specifications and follow your shipping company-approved procedures. You will be presented with an assessment at the end of this course.

By participating in this course, attendees will gain valuable knowledge on various SOLAS chapters, their relationship with the STCW Convention, IMO Model Courses, and ISM Code, ultimately enhancing their understanding of maritime safety. Throughout this in-depth course, participants will explore the intricacies of SOLAS, from ship construction and fire protection to cargo operations and maritime security. The curriculum is designed to cover the essential elements of each SOLAS chapter, emphasizing the importance of maintaining high safety standards in the shipping industry. In addition, the course highlights the significance of continuous training, staying updated with SOLAS amendments, and understanding the mandatory certificates and documents required on ships. Attendees will leave the course with a solid foundation in SOLAS, equipping them to excel in the maritime sector. It is important to stress that you always orient yourself towards your ship's specifications and follow your shipping company-approved procedures. You will be presented with an assessment at the end of this course.

The course is not a replacement for official IMO regulations, guidance notes, or any documents forming part of a vessel’s safety management system. Blackouts, propulsion limitations, total loss of propulsion, and loss of steering capability are all serious incidents. While such events in non-congested waters may increase risks to the vessel and personnel, they rarely lead to life-threatening outcomes. However, these risks become critical and may result in major casualties during manoeuvres in restricted areas, such as traffic lanes, port entries or exits, or close coastal navigation in heavy weather. The course covers the essential aspects of ship propulsion, including the causes and consequences of propulsion loss, illustrated by real-life cases such as the Baltimore Bridge collapse. It offers recommendations for preventive and corrective actions, focusing on areas requiring specific attention to ensure the safety and efficiency of maritime operations. It is important to stress that you always orient yourself towards your engine room's specifications and follow your shipping company-approved procedures. The course concludes with an assessment to ensure a thorough understanding and readiness to apply this knowledge in real-world situations.

The Hand Tools Safety course shows the learner how to safely select, use, maintain and store hand and power tools on board ships. This course identifies the correct PPE to be worn when using tools and the potential consequences of incorrect use of hand tools on board.

 

If a crew member does not have the proper tools for the job and the knowledge of how to use them, the person doing the work may injure themself. On ships, hand tools should be used, maintained and stored properly. A good seafarer takes care of the ship's tools.

 

For this purpose, this course details how personnel on board ships should adequately use hand and powered tools to ensure not to put their own safety at risk or damage the vessel and its machinery. More in detail, this Hand Tools Safety course will cover: hand tools and needed Personnel Safety Equipment (PPE) for using them, correct use and maintenance of hand tools and the dangers presented by power supplies.

The ""Safety of Ship Engineers and Crew in the Engine Room (Machinery Space)"" course is an essential educational training program designed for marine engineers and engine room department personnel on commercial ships. The program aims to raise awareness of potential hazards in the engine room, equip participants with essential safety knowledge, and promote a culture of preventative measures to minimise the risk of accidents and injuries. By completing this comprehensive course, participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the importance of safety in the engine room, learn about various safety equipment and procedures, and explore best practices through real-life case studies. It is important to stress that you always orient yourself towards your engine room's specifications and follow your shipping company-approved procedures. You will be presented with an assessment at the end of this course.

The crew on board ships can be seriously injured (sometimes with casualties) when working with workshop tools and machines if they do not follow safety rules. The Workshop Safety course shows the learner how to safely select, use, maintain and store tools and also to work with workshop machines on board ships. Moreover, this course identifies the correct PPE to be worn in workshops and recommends common safety rules for the crew who work in workshops.

 

In a ship workshop, various tools, spares, equipment and machines are necessary for different works and operations. If crew members do not have the knowledge of how to work safely in workshops, the person doing the work may injure himself or others. Workshop tools and machines should be used, maintained and stored properly, particularly the stationary machines that are often fixed on the tables or stand footings. This training course identifies some hazards related to operations with welding machines, drilling machines, and lath machines in workshops and followingly proposes some safety guides.

 

Furthermore, the Workshop Safety course discusses how personnel on board ships should work safely within the workshops. More in detail, this course covers: an introduction to the ship workshops, common works in workshops and hazards in workshops, workshop safety rules, and good housekeeping for workshops.

It provides tanker crew familiarisation with hazards and precautions for the safe handling and carriage of MARPOL Annex 1 oil cargoes, including tank preparations. The course contents are in line with statutory regulations and best industry practices. The course covers the following Hazards and Precautions: Health and Safety; Fire Hazards and Precautions; & Pump Room Entry Procedures.

The course includes topics such as MARPOL conventions, the OPRC, harmful anti-fouling systems, biofouling and ballast water management, liability and compensation, ship recycling, special areas and PSSAs, and noise pollution. The course aims to equip maritime professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent ship pollution and comply with regulations. The ""Ship Pollution and IMO Environmental Conventions"" course is an extensive educational program that covers a range of topics related to preventing ship pollution into the marine environment. The course begins by providing an overview of different types of ship pollution and explores the role of MARPOL and other international environmental agencies in mitigating the impact of ship pollution. Participants will learn about MARPOL conventions for preventing ship pollution into the seas, the International Convention on Oil Pollution Preparedness, Response and Co-operation (OPRC), harmful anti-fouling systems on ships, biofouling and ballast water management, liability and compensation, ship recycling, special areas and particularly sensitive sea areas (PSSAs), and noise pollution. The course material is presented in a structured manner, with each topic building on the previous one, providing a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter. At the end of the program, participants will be assessed on their understanding of the course material through a final assessment. The course is designed for maritime professionals who wish to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to prevent ship pollution into the marine environment and comply with relevant regulations and guidelines. The participants' understanding of the course material will be assessed through a final assessment.

For all STS transfer operations, each Master remains at all times responsible for the safety of his ship, its crew, cargo and equipment and should not permit safety to be prejudiced by the actions of others. Each Master shall ensure that the procedures contained in this guide are followed and, in addition, that internationally accepted safety standards are maintained. This course is a general guide to assist the shipowner/ship operator/ship personnel in preparing and executing a ship-specific Ship-to-Ship Transfer Operation Plan (STS plan), demonstrating compliance with the requirements of MARPOL Annex I, Chapter 8: “Prevention of Pollution during Transfer of Oil Cargo between Oil Tankers at Sea”, Regulations 40, 41 and 42. It is important to stress that you always orient yourself towards your ship's specifications and follow your shipping company-approved procedures. You will be presented with an assessment at the end of this course.

Critical areas like decision-making, conflict resolution, fatigue management, crisis management and emergency response are explored to equip professionals for high-stress maritime situations. Additionally, the course includes modules on shipboard human resource management, ensuring students learn practical skills for improved operational efficiency and safety in the maritime sector. The course starts by laying the foundation of leadership and management in maritime operations, including an overview of relevant international maritime conventions. Students will gain insights into various leadership styles and techniques, enhancing their ability to communicate effectively and manage teams in maritime settings. The course then explores decision-making and problem-solving processes, conflict resolution, and fatigue management techniques to help ensure operational effectiveness. In the following section, students will develop skills in crisis management, emergency response, and risk management, learning how to navigate through unforeseen challenges in maritime operations. The final part of the course focuses on shipboard human resources and performance management. It outlines the principles of effective resource management and workload management, with a choice between focusing on managing onboard operations and logistics or Health, Safety and Environmental Management. The course provides practical case studies in resource management, providing students with a hands-on understanding of these critical areas in the maritime industry. To conclude, we'll assess your understanding with a comprehensive quiz. It is important to stress that you always orient yourself towards your ship's specifications and follow your shipping company-approved procedures.

The course is divided into modules, with each module focusing on a specific drill or exercise, as outlined in the provided table in the first lesson of the course: The Importance of IMO-Mandated Drills and An Overview of All Drills; SOLAS Drills; MARPOL Drills; STCW Drills and Training; ISM Code Drills & ISPS Code Drills and an Assessment. Also, challenges in conducting shipboard drills from a seafarer's perspective are discussed, followed by examples of case scenarios related to shipboard drill issues, allowing participants to learn from the experiences of others and gain insights into potential challenges and best practices. Upon completing this course, participants will have a solid understanding of the various IMO Conventions and Regulations and their practical implications. They will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct drills and exercises effectively, ensuring the safety, security, and environmental protection of ships and their crew members. The course ends with a quiz to test participants' understanding of the material. However, it is important to stress that you always orient yourself towards your ship's specifications and follow your shipping company-approved safety procedures.

This course offers an in-depth exploration of the Engine Room, the pivotal component of a ship's operations. It is structured into seven modules; we start by introducing the engine room, the team and the organisational management. Safety is a critical element in day-to-day life as well as in emergencies, and we shall cover all aspects, from what you should wear each day, up to how to proceed during an exceptional event in the engine room. Finally, you will gain an understanding of the operations, maintenance, guidelines and procedures of the ship’s machinery. It is important to stress that you always orient yourself towards your engine room's specifications and follow your shipping company-approved procedures. You will be presented with an assessment at the end of this course.

The Engine Room is the pivotal component in a ship's operations. As a new crewmember, it is best practice to understand the basics of the space you are entering, and what the chain of command is and increase your as well as your colleagues' safety. This is a general course. It is important to stress that you should always orient yourself towards your engine room's specifications and follow your shipping company-approved procedures. You will be presented with an assessment at the end of this course.

In this course, you will learn about ‘Engine Room Flooding’ and be introduced to a generic Engine Room Emergency procedure, which will expand your knowledge and help you connect with an actual ‘Engine Room Flooding’ on board.

 

The course has been divided into the following lessons:

- An introduction to the Ship Subdivision and Watertight Integrity, which mainly discusses the watertight bulkheads and watertight doors.

- An overview of the Ship Flooding, and Intact & Damage Stability Booklet

- Ship Engine Room Flooding, which is divided into three sections: Engine Room Watertight Integrity, Common Causes of Engine Room Flooding, and General Safety Procedures and Course of Actions in case of engine room flooding.

 

It is important to stress that you always orient yourself towards your engine room's specifications and follow your shipping company-approved procedures.

 

You will be presented with an assessment at the end of this course.