Course catalogue

Effective leadership varies not only depending on the task, job or function that needs to be accomplished, but also on the profile of the person or group that is being influenced. Good and effective leaders are those who are flexible and adaptive when it comes to their approaches.

This course explains the ‘Gauge and Adjust’ model in leadership and how it can be used as a guide in adjusting one’s leadership style. It also provides examples of situations and how directive or supportive behaviour is shown by a leader in such situations.

Who is the course for?

All personnel involved in scaffolding operations.

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 a brief overview of the requirements for safe scaffolding over sea.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will provide personnel with a brief overview of the requirements for safe scaffolding over sea.

What standards are referenced in the 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 70%.

Who is this course for?

This course is designed for all officers of the bridge team involved in ensuring the safe navigation of the vessel.

Is previous experience required?

ECDIS Generic knowledge, as per STCW and IMO Model Course 1.27, is highly recommended.

How will this course benefit me?

This course provides officers with the system knowledge required to use this ECDIS for watchkeeping in accordance with the regulations of STCW and the ISM Code.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring ECDIS competence through interactive and practical training in accordance with the manufacturer’s standards, covering the following equipment:

SIMRAD E50xx series – Electronic Chart Display and Information System

What standards are referred to in this course?

The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)

The International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW)

International Maritime Organization (IMO) Model Course 1.27

Is there an assessment?

Yes

When you give corrective feedback to people, you aim at motivating them to change their actions or behaviours and improve their performance. To reach that goal, feedback must be expressed in a constructive manner.

 

This course explains the importance of giving corrective feedback and the ways of doing it right.

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.

Who is this course for?

All engineering crew.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

Provide an insight into the operation of marine diesel engines.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring safe operations of diesel engines.

What standards are referred to in this course?

This course does not reference any specific legislation or regulations.

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is the course for?

Any officer in charge of the navigational watch.

 

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course. Basic nautical knowledge including an understanding of terrestrial and electronic navigation as well as practical experience on board are recommended.

 

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with best practices on how to identify dangerous areas accurately and how to execute the voyage and stay well clear of such high-risk areas.

 

How will the course benefit my company?

By providing officers with the necessary knowledge to carry out vessel passage planning and to execute pilotage in confined waters safely.

 

What standards are referenced in the 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 70%.

In this course, we will learn about Generators (Alternators); Power Distribution to users; Synchronisation; Safety; and uncommon Maintenance issues. All these are from a practical perspective to help the Engineer deal with situations on board.

 

The course will give you in-depth knowledge of the Principles of Generators; Synchronisation; understanding of Wiring Diagrams; the Power triangle; Safety protection devices; uncommon maintenance issues; and an overview of Power Management Systems. This will help you gain confidence in managing and dealing with problems with these devices, and in improving your knowledge to help you grow professionally.

Who is the course for?

Engineers of all grades.

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 the course benefit me?

By providing you with an overview of potable water systems.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course aims to provide personnel with an overview of the safe use and maintenance of potable water systems.

What standards are referenced in the 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 70%.

Who is the course for?

Any personnel with a desire to improve their ability to establish and maintain high performance standards onboard.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

Social skills involve respecting social norms and treating others fairly, equitably and honestly, being aware and sensitive to cultural differences and dealing with them effectively. This course presents the perfect opportunity for you as a seafarer to be proactive and showcase that you are ready to meet the industry's modern-day demands.

How will the course benefit my company?

Employers are now incorporating seafarer’s soft skills into their crewing decisions. The soft, ‘non-technical skills’ are increasingly important on board due to the rapidly changing workforce and automation of technical tasks. Additionally, maritime accident investigations indicate that a lack of soft skills and human error is the most common reason behind accidents at sea.

What standards are referenced in the 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 70%.

 

This course is suitable for all officer ranks onboard, including:

• Management Level Deck Officers

• Operational Level Deck Officers

• Management Level Engine Officers

• Operational Level Engine Officers

Who is the course for?

All relevant offshore personnel.

 

Is previous experience required? 

No previous experience is required to complete this course. 

 

How will the 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 the 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 referenced in the course?

• Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH)

• Health and Safety at Work Act

• Offshore Installations (Offshore Safety Directive)

• Offshore Installations (Safety Case)

• Offshore Installations (Prevention of Fire and Explosion, and Emergency Response) (PFEER)

• Offshore Installations and Wells (Design and Construction) Regulations

• EH40 Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs)

 

Is there an assessment? 

Yes - There is a course assessment with an 80% pass mark and 2 attempts. 

 

Learning objectives

- Identify the physical properties of H2S

- Recognise the physiological effects of exposure to varying toxicity levels of H2S

- Recognise the responsibilities and duties of all personnel and their duties under current legislation

- Recognise the current legal occupational exposure limits for short- and long-term exposure periods relating to H2S

- Identify the various methods for detecting H2S

- Identify the various personal and respiratory protection equipment required for undertaking tasks in areas where H2S may be present

- Recognise the hazardous area classifications which may be encountered on an offshore installation

- Identify the formal requirements for H2S contingency plans on installations

A ship is like a small community, and the people who work on board need to be able to trust each other. This is especially important for seafarers, who often spend months at a time away from home.

 

In this course, we will look at how you can build trust on board.

A messy paint locker is a major barrier to any well-functioning workflow. This course hopes to ease this problem by giving general information on Good Practices for a paint locker. The Good practices include how to organise a paint locker, the tools required, and the safety precautions to be taken. This course is only meant to serve as a general guide for paint lockers and for any specific questions, your company guidelines should be consulted.

Who is the course for?

This course is intended for navigators at the management, operational and support level. However, it may also be of interest to personnel in the engineering and hospitality department.

 

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

 

How will the course benefit me?

This course will help prospective seafarers and those already sailing to understand Shallow Water Effects and the risks that come with them, in addition to the actions to be taken in various circumstances.

 

How will the course benefit my company?

Upon completion of this course, the learner will be able to understand or refresh their knowledge on Shallow Water Effects and how to recognise and act when these are encountered.

This course aims to give a brief introduction to the replication process in Crew On Board and the Crewing module. Crewing is a basic module and everyone with access to COB will also have access to 1 or more sub-menus in Crewing. All the standard sub-menus of the Crewing module are covered in this course.

Ballast water is essential for ship stability, as it compensates for changes in displacement as cargoes are loaded or discharged. It also helps control trim, list & stability as well as minimising stresses on the ship’s structure. However, over the last 25 years, environmental issues have taken an increasingly high profile. The conveying of organisms across the world and depositing them in regions where they are unwanted has been an unwelcome consequence of ballast water discharge.

 

During this course, you will gain an understanding of Ballast Water and the associated Management Systems. You will explore the environmental reasons for effective ballast water management and why ships must comply with the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships’ Ballast Water and Sediments, as well as US legal requirements. You will also gain an understanding of how ballast water exchanges are undertaken and the associated risks, as well as the key points of the vessel’s Ballast Water Management Plan.

Who is this course for?

Marine Engineering Cadets and Officers.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

By providing an insight into how safety devices protect the engine.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring crew members are provided with an awareness of the critical function of engine safety devices.

What standards are referred to in this course?

This course does not reference any specific regulations or legislation.

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Electrical propulsion is achieved by propulsion shafts and propellers, or by using azimuth thrusters. These electrically driven propellers can be mounted on a steerable pod and can rotate and tilt in any direction, making the ship highly manoeuvrable. Furthermore, a high voltage power generation system enables efficient utilisation of power, distributed across both propulsion and ship services.

 

During this course you will gain an understanding of the applications and technical aspects of electrical propulsion systems, focusing on the advantages and layout of plants. You will explore the power supply network of propulsion systems, the range of motor and converter applications, as well as rectification and inversion, harmonics and projections associated with electric propulsion applications.

Who is this course for?

All watchkeepers who may work or wish to work on bulk carriers

Is previous experience required?

No

How will this course benefit me?

You will learn about the procedures and processes required for keeping a safe deck watch on bulk carrier vessels.

How will this course benefit my company?

You will be more proficient in loading and unloading operations as well as general ship safety.

What standards are referred to in this course?

Based on parts of IMSBC, Load line regulations and ISPS

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is this course for?

All relevant personnel, including Work Party members, Performing Authorities and Area Authorities.

 

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 guidance and useful techniques to help you carry out effective Toolbox Talks.

 

How will this course benefit my company?

Communication is vital to workplace safety. This course aims to provide personnel with the knowledge and techniques required to carry out effective Toolbox Talks.

 

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%.