Course catalogue

Who is this course for?

This course is aimed at all personnel involved in mechanical joint operations, particularly those who are expected to undertake related duties in the workplace.

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 learners with an introduction to the principles of the equipment and technology associated with the bolting of flanged joints for pressurised systems. This course is intended to reflect industry """"best practice"""" for competence in relation to mechanical joint operations and applies to both the onshore and offshore Oil and Gas Industry.

This course contains the following sections:

Section 1: An Introduction to Mechanical Joint Integrity

Section 2: Principles of Hand Torquing

Section 3: Principles of Hydraulic Tensioning

Section 4: Principles of Controlling Tightening

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are introduced  to the  principles of the equipment and technology associated with the bolting of flanged joints for pressurised 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 80%.

FAST TRACK is a learning method which provides you with bespoke learning content by identifying any knowledge gaps you may have in a particular subject area.

FAST TRACK is a pre-assessment learning tool which is designed to assess your existing knowledge of a particular subject area. The pre-assessment uses a pool of questions to test your current knowledge. The results of this assessment help identify your personal knowledge gaps. FAST TRACK then automatically creates a bespoke course to address these knowledge gaps.

This course covers the following learning objectives:

LO1 Define what is meant by ‘working at height’

LO2 Identify the key pieces of legislation that help to control work at height

LO3 Explain the duties that are placed on employers and employees by the Work at Height Regulations

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 equipment for work at height

LO7 Identify the factors that should be considered when assessing the method to be used for working at height

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

LO9 Describe the rules for working with ladders

LO10 Describe the rules for working with scaffolds

LO11 Explain the importance of inspecting equipment

Who is this course for?

All personnel who work with chemicals in the Oil and Gas Industry.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course provides learners with an in depth few on the use, management and control of chemicals in the Oil and Gas Industry and how to react in an emergency situation that has resulted from a chemical hazard.

How will this course benefit my company?

The course will benefit companies by ensuring that all personnel have an in depth view of industry best practice for working with chemicals, which will in turn, help keep those working with chemicals safe.

What standards are referred to in this course?

• The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)

• The Offshore Chemicals (Amendment) Regulations

• The Offshore Chemicals Regulations (OCR)

• Offshore Petroleum (Oil Pollution Prevention and Control) Regulations

• Regulation, Evaluation, Authorisation and restriction of Chemicals  (REACH)

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

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 who are required to work with Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course will enable you to describe the information provided in a P&ID and explain why this information is useful.

How will this course benefit my company?

Personnel who are able read and understand the information provided in P&IDs are better able to troubleshoot system problems.

What standards are referred to in this course?

• Institute de Algerian Normalisation

• Standards Association of Zimbabwe

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?

Any personnel who require an awareness of human factors.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to introduce learners to the concept of human factors and how they impact situational awareness.

How will this course benefit my company?

The course will benefit companies by ensuring that all personnel have an understanding of the human factors that can affect their situational awareness, resulting in reduced accidents and injuries.

What standards are referred to in this course?

No standards or regulations are referenced in this course.

Is there an assessment?

No

Who is the course for?

All personnel working within the Oil and Gas Industry (onshore and offshore).

Is previous experience required?

You do not require previous experience to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide you a basic understanding the ways in which industrial operations can impact the environment and the steps that we can all take to minimise these impacts.

How will the course benefit my company?

Environmentally aware personnel can help to reduce the environmental impacts of your operations and improve environmental performance.

What standards are referenced in the course?

ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems

Offshore Chemical Regulations

Integrated Pollution Prevention and Control (IPPC) Directive

Control of Major Accident Hazards (COMAH) Regulations

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 who require an awareness and understanding of well integrity.

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 well integrity and its importance for maintaining safe and secure operations

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are introduced  to well integrity and its importance for maintaining safe and secure 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%.

Who is this course for?

Personnel requiring an awareness or understanding of the role of Banksmen and Slingers.

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 give an overview of the roles of the Banksman and Slinger

How will this course benefit my company?

To ensure you have an overview of the roles of the Banksman and Slinger

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%.

Who is this course for?
All personnel involved in rigging and lifting operations

Is previous experience required?
No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?
This course will provide you with an overview of rigging and lifting operations.

How will this course benefit my company?

This course will provide personnel with an overview of rigging and lifting operations.

What standards are referred to in this 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

• The Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations

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?

Personnel requiring an awareness or understanding of typical flanges and gaskets and their functions.

Is previous experience required?

It is recommended you have operational experience prior to undertaking this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course aims to provide learners with an overview of typical flanges and gaskets found in the Oil and Gas Industry.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are introduced to the role of of typical flanges and gaskets in operations.

What standards are referenced in the 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%.

FAST TRACK is a learning method which provides you with bespoke learning content by identifying any knowledge gaps you may have in a particular subject area.

FAST TRACK is a pre-assessment learning tool which is designed to assess your existing knowledge of a particular subject area. The pre-assessment uses a pool of questions to test your current knowledge. The results of this assessment help identify your personal knowledge gaps. FAST TRACK then automatically creates a bespoke course to address these knowledge gaps.

Course goal: To increase learners’ awareness of the importance of safe manual handling operations and the risks involved with manual handling. The course also aims to outline best practice for the correct handling techniques for safe lifting, and for the pushing and pulling of loads.

This course covers the following learning objectives:

LO1 Define the term ‘manual handling’ and explain the importance of safe manual handling operations

LO2 Identify the types of injuries that may result from manual handling operations

LO3 Identify the legislation that is in place to regulate manual handling operations

LO4 Describe the duties that are placed on employers and employees by the Manual Handling Operations Regulations

LO5 Explain the importance of risk assessing manual handling operations

LO6 Identify the factors to consider when assessing manual handling operations and identify ways of reducing the risks of injury

LO7 Describe good handling techniques for safe lifting and the importance of working within the HSE manual handling risk assessment guidelines

LO8 Describe good handling techniques for pushing and pulling loads

LO9 Explain the training requirements associated with manual handling operations

FAST TRACK is a learning method which provides you with bespoke learning content by identifying any knowledge gaps you may have in a particular subject area.

FAST TRACK is a pre-assessment learning tool which is designed to assess your existing knowledge of a particular subject area. The pre-assessment uses a pool of questions to test your current knowledge. The results of this assessment help identify your personal knowledge gaps. FAST TRACK then automatically creates a bespoke course to address these knowledge gaps.

Course goal: This course aims to increase learners’ awareness of the environmental aspects and impacts related to the Oil and Gas Industry and the actions that can be taken to minimise environmental damage

This course covers the following learning objectives:

LO1 Identify the main environmental issues that affect the Oil and Gas Industry

LO2 Explain the importance of being an environmentally responsible company

LO3 Explain the company’s commitment to managing environmental issues

LO4 Explain the role of ISO 14001 in environmental management

LO5 Define what is meant by environmental ‘aspects’ and ‘impacts’

LO6 Identify the activities that can contribute towards atmospheric pollution 

LO7 Identify the activities that can contribute towards water pollution

LO8 Identify typical spill sources

LO9 Describe the environmental effects of chemical discharges

LO10Identify the sources and impacts of disturbance of the seabed by the Oil and Gas Industry 

LO11 Identify the sources and impacts of noise from oil and gas operations 

LO12 Identify the activities that can generate waste

LO13 Describe ways in which the impact on the environment can be minimised

LO14 Explain that everyone has a role to play in protecting the environment

Who is this course for?

Personnel requiring an awareness or understanding of drilling technology.

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 Oil and Gas Industry and the different stages required for extracting and producing hydrocarbons.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an introduction to the Oil and Gas Industry and the different stages required for extracting and producing hydrocarbons.

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%.

FAST TRACK is a learning method which provides you with bespoke learning content by identifying any knowledge gaps you may have in a particular subject area.

FAST TRACK is a pre-assessment learning tool which is designed to assess your existing knowledge of a particular subject area. The pre-assessment uses a pool of questions to test your current knowledge. The results of this assessment help identify your personal knowledge gaps. FAST TRACK then automatically creates a bespoke course to address these knowledge gaps.

This course covers the following learning objectives:

LO 1 Explain the physical properties and sources of H2S, and identify the areas on an offshore installation where you would expect to encounter H2S

LO 2 Explain the physiological effects of exposure to varying toxicity levels of H2S

LO 3 Explain the responsibilities and duties of all personnel and their duties under current legislation

LO 4 Explain the current legal occupational exposure limits for short and long term exposure periods relating to H2S

LO 5 Describe the various methods for detecting H2S

LO 6 Describe the various personal and respiratory protection equipment required for undertaking tasks in areas where H2S may be present

LO 7 Explain the hazardous area classifications which may be encountered on an offshore installation and the associated control measures required

LO 8 Explain the formal requirement for H2S contingency plans on installations

LO 9 Identify the different alarms encountered offshore and the emergency and evacuation procedures that should be followed

Who is this course for?

Personnel who require awareness and understanding of the hazards and controls of common compressed air uses.

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 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 this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are introducted  to 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

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%.

Who is this course for?

Personnel requiring awareness and understanding of the legislation for safe use of equipment in explosive atmospheres.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to provide information on the European Directives that set the standard for equipment that is to be used in explosive atmospheres (ATEX).

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have information on the European Directives that set the standard for equipment that is to be used in explosive atmospheres (ATEX).

What standards are referred to in this course?

Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations of 2002 (DSEAR)

Directive 99/92/EC, (also known as 'ATEX 137' or the 'ATEX Workplace Directive')

Directive 94/9/EC, (also known as 'ATEX 95' or the ‘ATEX Equipment Directive')

Equipment and Protective Systems Intended for Use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Regulations of 1996

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is this course for?

All personnel who are at risk from slips, trips and falls.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to increase learners’ awareness of the risks, and consequences, of slips, trips and falls in the workplace and the control measures and steps that can be taken to reduce the risk of slips, trips and falls, based on industry best practice.

How will this course benefit my company?

This course will benefit companies by reducing slip, trip and fall injuries among personnel.

What standards are referred to in this course?

• Health and Safety at Work Act

• Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 

• Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 

• Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

Is there an assessment?

Yes

FAST TRACK is a pre-assessment learning tool which is designed to assess your existing knowledge of a particular subject area.

The pre-assessment uses a pool of questions to test your current knowledge.

The results of this assessment help identify your personal knowledge gaps.

FAST TRACK then automatically creates a bespoke course to address these knowledge gaps.

You will ONLY be given content on any knowledge gaps identified in the pre-assessment.

Your knowledge and understanding is then re-assessed.

If you successfully complete all of the FAST TRACK pre-assessment questions correctly, then your knowledge is deemed complete and no course content or further assessment will be required.

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 introduction to Gas Compression.

The course has seven modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Gas Compression

Module 2: Gas Compression Systems

Module 3: Gas Compressors and their Principles

Module 4: Gas Compressors and their Components

Module 5: Gas Compression Systems: Controlling Surge

Module 6: Gas Compression Systems: Start-up and Shutdown

Module 7: Gas Compression Systems: Innovation

How will this course benefit my company?

To ensure you have had an introduction to Gas Compression.

What standards are referred to in this course?

The course is made 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%.This course has seven modules:

Who is this course for?

For all personnel who are involved in working with gas turbines.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to provide an introduction to gas turbines and how they are designed and operated.

How will this course benefit my company?

The course will benefit companies by ensuring that all relevant personnel have an understanding of gas turbines and how they are designed and operated.

What standards are referred to in this 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 80%.

FAST TRACK is a learning method which provides you with bespoke learning content by identifying any knowledge gaps you may have in a particular subject area.

FAST TRACK is a pre-assessment learning tool which is designed to assess your existing knowledge of a particular subject area. The pre-assessment uses a pool of questions to test your current knowledge. The results of this assessment help identify your personal knowledge gaps. FAST TRACK then automatically creates a bespoke course to address these knowledge gaps.

This FAST TRACK course assesses the following Learning Objectives:

LO1 Define what is meant by Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
LO2 Identify the different types of PPE
LO3 Identify the legal duties and obligations surrounding PPE
LO4 Describe the Hierarchy of Control measures and the use of PPE in relation to this
LO5 Explain the requirement for assessing the suitability and compatibility of PPE
LO6 Explain the maintenance requirements for PPE
LO7 Describe the duties and responsibilities of employees in relation to PPE
LO8 Explain the importance of PPE-related training, information and instruction