Course catalogue

Who is this course for?

All personnel who could potentially be exposed to H2S 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 give offshore personnel the knowledge required to understand the hazards and controls associated with working in an environment where they could potentially be exposed to H2S.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are aware of the hazards and controls associated with H2S exposure, which will in turn reduce incidents and accidents offshore.

What standards are referred to in this course?

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

US National Institute for Occupational Safety (NIOSH)

American Conference of Government Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH)

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is this course for?

All personnel involved in marine operations.

Is previous experience required?

No experience is required to take this course.

How will this course benefit me?

By ensuring you know how to respond to marine trash and debris incidents.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you know how to respond to marine trash and debris incidents.

What standards are referred to in this course?

US best practise.

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%.

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.

Learning Objectives

- Explain what is meant by the term ‘Abrasive Wheel’

- Describe typical regulatory requirements for abrasive wheels

- Give examples of different types of abrasive wheels

- Explain how abrasive wheels operate

- Explain the importance of using guards during grinding operations

- Explain the requirements for portable and hand-held grinding machines

- Explain the main hazards of grinding operations

- Give examples of common problems faced when using abrasive wheels

- Explain what the PPE requirements are during grinding operations

- Identify the safety measures that must be in place during grinding operations

Who is this course for?

All employees at all levels of the organisation.

Is previous experience required?

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

How will this course benefit me?

Insufficient understanding of risk often leads to delayed projects, accidents and other unwanted incidents.

This course provides a basic understanding of what risk is, how it can be managed and how understanding risk helps us make better decisions.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are aware and have a basic understanding of what risk is and how to manage risk. 

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?

There is no exam upon completion of this course.

Course Goal:

This course provides learners with an awareness of US best practice in relation to working at height and fall protection.

Learning Objectives:

LO1 Identify when fall protection is required

LO2 Identify the legislative and regulatory requirements for fall protection that help to control work at height

LO3 Explain the duties that are placed on employers and employees

LO4 Describe the hazards involved in working at height

LO5 Explain the importance of planning and risk assessment

LO6 Describe the hierarchy of control for managing and selecting fall protection equipment 

LO7 Identify the factors that should be considered when assessing fall protection methods

LO8 Describe the main methods of access for working at height and give examples of the different types of fall protection equipment

LO9 Describe the rules for working with ladders

LO10 Describe the rules for working with scaffolds

LO11 Explain the importance of inspecting equipment

LO12 Explain how to correctly use a safety harness

Who is the course for?

Chief, Deck and Engine Officers

New departmental staff, crew members (both offshore and onshore)

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will give you an overview of cargo operations and procedures for cargo handling and precautions at tanker and terminal.

How will the course benefit my company?

Raising awareness of precautions at tanker and terminal and providing the crew with clear procedures for cargo handling can reduce the risk of unwanted tanker operation incidents.

What standards are referenced in the course?

STCW 78 AND 1995 revised

MCA 2006

IMO / ISGOTT / COSWP

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 Goal:

This course aims to provide learners of an awareness of US best practice in relation to confined space entry (CSE), hazardous atmospheres, and the necessary equipment, and permits required to work in confined spaces.

It will also examine the hazards and hazard control methods that are required to undertake work safely in a confined space and the actions that should be taken in an emergency.

Learning Objectives

LO1  Explain what is meant by a Confined Space

LO2  Give examples of Confined Spaces

LO3 Describe the dangers that can be caused by confined space entry work 

LO4 Identify OSHA requirements for permit-required entry operations

LO5 Explain how to avoid entering confined spaces

LO6 Explain the importance of having a Safe System of Work in place

LO7 Describe individual roles and responsibilities involved in Confined Space Entry work 

LO8 Explain the requirements for gas testing

LO9 Identify acceptable levels for atmospheric test results 

LO10  Give examples of Confined Space Entry site safety equipment

LO11  Explain the actions to take in an emergency 

LO12  Explain Confined Space Entry alarm procedures

Course Goal:

This course aims to provide learners with an overview of US best practice in relation to incident reporting and investigation.

Learning Objectives:

LO1 Define what is meant by the terms ‘incident’, ‘accident’ and ‘near miss’ 

LO2 Explain the purpose of, and reasons for, incident reporting and investigation

LO3 Outline the key roles and responsibilities involved in reporting and investigating an incident

LO4 Explain how to determine the appropriate level of investigation using an incident severity risk assessment

LO5 Identify the key steps involved in a typical incident investigation process

LO6 Describe the requirement for analysis of the causes of the incident

LO7 Describe Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

LO8 Describe how to identify suitable control measures 

LO9 Describe the requirement for an incident action plan and its implementation using SMART principles

Who is the course for?

All personnel who may have to carry out manual handling duties.

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 information to help reduce the risk of injury due to incorrect manual handling.

How will the course benefit my company?

By reducing lost time due to injury as a result of poor manual handling techniques.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• International Labour Organisation

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 Goal:

This course aims to increase the learner's awareness of US best practice in relation to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and outline the responsibilities of employers and personnel in relation to PPE.

Learning Objectives

Section 1: The Importance of PPE

LO1 Define what is meant by Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

LO2 Identify the regulations surrounding the use of PPE

LO3 Describe the Hierarchy of Control measures

LO4 Describe the duties and responsibilities of employers in relation to PPE

LO5 Explain the importance of PPE-related training, information and instruction 

LO6 Describe the responsibilities of personnel in relation to PPE

Section 2: Types of PPE

LO7 Identify the different types of PPE 

LO8 Describe how to select, use and maintain different types of PPE

Section 3: PPE Requirements

LO9 Identify different types of Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE)

LO10 Explain the requirements for face fit testing

LO11 Explain the requirements for the use of fall protection

LO12 Explain the requirements for assessing the suitability and compatibility of PPE

LO13 Describe the four levels of PPE protection

LO14 Explain the importance of proper donning and doffing techniques

Who is the course for?

All personnel that come into contact with compressed air through maintenance or usage.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course aims to encourage the safe use of compressed air and describes the ways in which compressed air can be dangerous as well as how to minimise the risks of such dangers occurring.

How will the course benefit my company?

To reduce compressed air incidents and accidents.

What standards are referenced in the course?

No standard 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?

Personnel who require an understanding of major accidents in the maritime industry.

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 major accident hazards.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will provide personnel with an introduction to major accident hazards and the role that they play in the mitigation of catastrophic events.

What standards are referenced in the course?

Safety and Environmentally Critical Elements (SECE)

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?
Deck Officers and Deck Crew.

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 Emergency Towing Systems (ETS) in the Maritime Industry.

How will this course benefit my company?
By ensuring you have an understanding of the Emergency Towing Systems.

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?

This course is for any person who interacts with, or is responsible for, the specification, design, operation and maintenance of assets that employ safety instrumented systems.

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 awareness of the purpose and nature of safety systems deployed to protect people, the environment and plant in the areas that you work.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring personnel have an understanding of safety instrumented systems.

What standards are referenced in the course?

IEC 61508

IEC 61511

IEC 62061

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 an awareness or understanding of downhole mechanisms.

Is previous experience required?

It is recommended you've had some exposure to drilling operations to undertake this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to introduce learners to the factors affecting hole cleaning, lost circulation and hole enlargement in relation to drilling operations.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have been introduced to the factors affecting hole cleaning, lost circulation and hole enlargement in relation to drilling operations.

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%.

À l'issue de ce cours, vous devriez pouvoir :

• Expliquer l'importance de l'identification des dangers

• Donner des exemples de dangers industriels courants

• Identifier les dangers inhérents au lieu de travail, et

• Comprendre l'importance des mesures de contrôle dans la limitation des risques provenant de dangers

Who is this course for?

This course aims to provide learners with an awareness of US best practice in relation to the values that govern responsible corporate practice and personal behaviors in the workplace.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required. 

How will this course benefit me?

The Code of Conduct course provides an overview of the common values that govern responsible corporate practice and personal behaviour in a company. The course will identify the responsibilities of employees and our common responsibilities toward each other in the workplace. 

You will learn about applicable laws on human rights, equality, discrimination and corruption. During the course, you will be asked to make your own decisions in relevant dilemmas involving sexual harassment, bullying, discrimination and corruption.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring that all personnel are familiar with applicable laws on human rights, equality, discrimination and corruption.

What standards are referred to in this course?

Civil Rights Act 1964

UK Equality Act 2010

The US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act 

The UK Bribery Act 2010

International Labour Organization (ILO)

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is this course for?

All relevant personnel.

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 an overview of an employees right to implement their 'Stop Work Authority'. This course in Stop Work Authority is divided into and covers the following topics: Imminent danger, stop work procedure, right to refuse work and unsafe conditions.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are aware of an employees right to omplement their 'Stop Work Authority'.

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 100%.

Ce cours vise à vous permettre de :

• Définir le terme « manutention manuelle » et expliquer l'importance de la sécurisation des opérations de manutention manuelle 

• Identifier les types de blessures susceptibles de se produire par suite d’opérations de manutention manuelle 

• Identifier la législation mise en place pour réguler les opérations de manutention manuelle

• Décrire les responsabilités attribuées aux employeurs et aux employés par la législation sur les opérations de manutention manuelle

• Expliquer l'importance de l'évaluation des risques liés aux opérations de manutention manuelle 

• Identifier les facteurs à prendre en compte quand on évalue des opérations de manutention manuelle et identifier les manières de réduire les risques de blessure 

• Décrire les bonnes techniques de manutention pour un levage, une poussée et une traction des charges sûrs, et

• Expliquer les exigences en matière de formation associées aux opérations de manutention manuelle

À l'issue de ce cours, vous devriez pouvoir :

• Identifier les risques inhérents à un travail en hauteur et expliquer l'importance de la planification et de la gestion des risques

• Identifier les exigences législatives et réglementaires qui aident au contrôle des travaux en hauteur

• Décrire les principales méthodes d'accès pour travailler en hauteur et les différents types d'équipement pour le travail en hauteur 

• Décrire la hiérarchie de contrôle pour la gestion et la sélection de l'équipement lié au travail en hauteur

• Expliquer comment utiliser  correctement un harnais de sécurité, et

• Décrire les règles pour travailler avec des échelles et des échafaudages ainsi que l'importance de l'inspection de l'équipement