Course catalogue

Who is this course for?

Personnel requiring awareness and understanding of security within operations.

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 an overview of personal security risks, information security risks and site security risks and their associated risk reduction methods

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an overview of personal security risks, information security risks and site security risks and their associated risk reduction methods

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?

This eLearning course is aimed at individuals who are required to work with wells in the oil and gas industry.

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 overview of well integrity and its importance in maintaining safe and secure operations.

This course contains the following sections:

Section 1: Well Integrity Overview

Section 2: Well Categorisation and Well Barriers

Section 3: Well Design and the Cementing Process

Section 4: Human Factors in Well Integrity

How will this course benefit my company?

To ensure you have an overview of well integrity and its importance in maintaining safe and secure operations.

What standards are referred to in this course?

This 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%.

Who is this course for?
This course is aimed at personnel from all sectors of the Oil and Gas Industry – government agencies, authorities, operators, contractors and service companies. It is especially valuable for newcomers to the industry and non-technical personnel working in areas like HR, finance, IT, contracts and administration who feel they could benefit from gaining a wider appreciation of the ‘bigger picture’.

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 each key phase of the exploration and production industry.

How will this course benefit my company?
By ensuring you are aware of each key phase of the exploration and production industry.

What standards are referred to in this course?
OSPAR Convention

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 and understanding of risk management.

Is previous experience required?

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

How will this course benefit me?

This course is designed to enable all personnel to have a common and consistent approach to industry best practice in relation to risk management.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have a common and consistent approach to industry best practice in relation to risk management.

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%.

Course goal: This course aims to introduce, develop and increase learners’ knowledge and awareness of the importance of Risk Assessment and how it can reduce the likelihood of accidents in the workplace. 

Learning Objectives

LO1  Explain the principles of, and steps involved in, the Risk Assessment process

LO2  Explain that employers have a responsibility for completing Risk Assessments and that employees have a duty to follow Risk Assessment outcomes 

LO3  Identify a typical Risk Assessment form    

LO4  Explain the requirements of the Risk Assessment team 

LO5  Recognise and explain Risk Assessment terminology

LO6  Identify the different steps within the Risk Assessment process 

LO7  Identify common, industry-specific hazards

LO8  Determine the appropriate level of Risk Assessment that may be required

LO9  Explain how to use a Risk Matrix to evaluate the level of risk

LO10  Explain how to identify appropriate control measures based on the Hierarchy of Control

LO11  Explain what is meant by ‘Initial Risk’ and ‘Residual Risk’

LO12  Describe what to do if any Residual Risk remains too high

LO13  Explain how to carry out a Personal Risk Assessment and recognise its importance before each task 

LO14  Explain the importance of Dynamic Risk Assessment  

LO15  Identify situations where ‘Stopping the Job’ may apply

LO16  Explain the importance of communicating the outcomes of a Risk Assessment  

LO17  Understand the importance of communicating ‘Lessons Learned’

Who is this course for?

Personnel who work with pressurised cylinders, compressed gas or associated equipment.

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 overview of the use of pressurised cylinders, the risks involved and storage requirements.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an overview of the use of pressurised cylinders, the risks involved and storage requirements.

What standards are referred to in this 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 80%.

Accreditation:

This course is approved by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).

IOSH is the world’s Chartered body for safety and health professionals.

What that means:

We are the largest membership body for health and safety professionals.

We champion occupational safety and health causes and advocate for change.

We advise governments, NGOs and policymakers.

We facilitate safety and health awareness training in around 130 countries through IOSH Services Ltd, our wholly-owned trading arm.

We commission research and set national and international standards.

We shape the future of the profession.

Who is this course for?
Trainee Oil and Gas Operations Technicians / Deck Crew

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 the use of storage tanks

How will this course benefit my company?
By ensuring you are introducted to the use of storage tanks

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%.

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%.

Who is this course for?

Personnel requiring an awareness or understanding of US best practice for protecting hearing from noise hazards.

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 ensure that relevant personnel in the US have a common and consistent understanding of noise hazards and their effects on you.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have a common and consistent approach to company and industry best practice in relation to US specific ways to protect from noise hazards.

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 who require knowledge or awareness of hydrates.

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 awareness of how gas hydrates may be formed and the effects that they can have on pipeline flow assurance. The course examines what hydrates are, how they are formed and their molecular structure. It discusses flow assurance, details the risks of pipeline plugging by hydrates, and outlines the various methods of controlling hydrate formation.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are aware of how gas hydrates may be formed and the effects that they can have on pipeline flow assurance.

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%.

Course goal: 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

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?

All personnel who are involved in the transportation or supporting of a load by hand or bodily force.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course. 

How will this course benefit me?

To increase learners’ awareness of the importance of safe manual handling operations and the risks involved with manual handling.

How will this course benefit my company?

This course will benefit a company by reducing manual handling accidents.

What standards are referred to in this course?

No standards or regulations are referenced in this course.

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is this course for?

Personnel who require an awareness or understanding of the accident and incident investigation processes.

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 overview of industry best practice in relation to accident and incident investigation

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an overview of industry best practice in relation to accident and incident investigation

What standards are referred to in this course?

Reporting of Injuries

Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) 2013

HSG245, Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999

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 who require an understanding of fire awareness as part of their role.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course aims to introduce, develop and increase learners’ knowledge and awareness of the importance of maintaining fire awareness and the actions to take in the event of an emergency.

How will the course benefit my company?

The course will benefit companies’ by helping to reduce fire related incidents by providing personnel with an awareness of actions to take in the event of an emergency.

What standards are referenced in the course?

Health and Safety at Work Act

The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations

The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order

The Fire (Scotland) Act

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%.

Accreditation:

This course is approved by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).

IOSH is the world’s Chartered body for safety and health professionals.

What that means:

We are the largest membership body for health and safety professionals.

We champion occupational safety and health causes and advocate for change.

We advise governments, NGOs and policymakers.

We facilitate safety and health awareness training in around 130 countries through IOSH Services Ltd, our wholly-owned trading arm.

We commission research and set national and international standards.

We shape the future of the profession.

Who is this course for?

All relevant personnel, including work party members, Performing Authorities and Area Authorities

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 the knowledge and techniques for carrying out effective toolbox talks

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have knowledge and know of techniques for carrying out effective toolbox talks

What standards are referred to in this course?

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessment

Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

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%.

Course goal: This course aims to provide the knowledge and techniques for carrying out gas testing.

This course contains the following sections:

Section 1: Introduction

Section 2: Hazards Associated with Gases and Vapours

Section 3: Flammable Atmospheres

Section 4: Fire and Explosions

Section 5: Toxic Atmospheres

Section 6: Oxygen Deficiency and Oxygen Enrichment

Section 7: The Hazards of Confined Spaces

Section 8: The Gas Monitor

Section 9: Using Gas Testing Equipment when Carrying out Fire Watch Duties

Section 10: Using the Gas Testing Equipment to Clear an Area Prior to Hot Work

Section 11: Using the Gas Testing Equipment to Identify a Potential Gas Leak

Section 12: Using the Gas Testing Equipment to Test the Atmosphere of a Confined Space Prior to Entry

Section 13: Using the Gas Testing Equipment during Purging Operations

Section 14: Final Assessment

Who is this course for?
Deck Officers and Deck Crew who are involved in using the Emergency Towing Systems (ETS)

Is previous experience required?
No previous experience is required 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?

The course will benefit companies by ensuring that all possible precautions are taken to reduce injury to personnel whilst using the ETS.

What standards are referred to in this course?

• The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea

• IMO resolution MSC. 35(63) 

• IMO Resolution MSC. 132(75)

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 relevant personnel.

Is previous experience required?

No experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course aims to provide an overview of US best practice in relation to drug and alcohol awareness in the workplace.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course provides drug and alcohol awareness, information on company abuse, illegal drug use, and the abuse of prescription drugs. 

What standards are referenced in the course?

N/A

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Learning Objectives:

• Identify various types of common drugs

• Find company policies on alcohol and controlled substances

• Explain the various methods of alcohol and drug testing

• Explain the consequences of violating company drug and alcohol use policies

• Describe the effects of alcohol and drugs on the body and job performance

Course goal: This course provides learners with an awareness of the COSHH regulations, and how they control work with hazardous substances.

Learning Objectives

LO1 Explain the COSHH regulations and their applicability to the Oil and Gas Industry

LO2 Explain the legal obligations under COSHH for both employees and employers, and explain the REACH regulations

LO3 Explain the health effects of working with hazardous substances, and the various ways that these can enter the body

LO4 Explain the use of Safety Data Sheets, Labels and Assessments within the COSHH regulations

LO5 Explain the common labelling system and identify the standard symbols

LO6 Explain the appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment

LO7 Explain requirements for storage, handling and disposal of hazardous substances

LO8  Define the control measures for handling hazardous substances and explain the control hierarchy

LO9 Explain the process for dealing with hazardous substances in the event of a spill

LO10 Define the recording and reporting process within the COSHH Regulations