Risk Assessment (European Spanish subtitles)

Who is the course for?

All maritime personnel involved in risk assessment.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required.

How will the course benefit me?

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.

How will the course benefit my company?

By improving employees’ risk awareness and ensuring the correct handling of risk assessment, reducing the likelihood of accidents in the workplace.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• International Safety Management (ISM) Code

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Learning objectives

Section 1 – It’s About You

• Recognise the importance of risk assessment before every task

• Recognise the importance of people in preventing accidents

Section 2 - Theory

• Identify the International Safety Management (ISM) Code requirements for maritime risk assessment

• Recognise risk assessment terminology and the requirements of the risk assessment team

Section 3 – Risk Management Process

• Identify methods, principles and stages of risk management

• Classify common hazards in the maritime industry

• Recognise the use of a risk matrix and associated control measures to manage ‘Initial’ and ‘Residual’ risks

• Identify risk assessment paperwork and the strategies used to keep assessments current and up to date

Section 4 – Other Approaches

• Identify common models for determining risk categories

• Recognise the need for ‘Stopping the Job’ and communicating ‘Lessons Learned’ to complete the assessment process