Course catalogue

Who is this course for?

This course is aimed at personnel working in the energy and maritime sectors.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

Dropped objects can cause serious injuries as well as damage to assets and equipment. This course will give you a basic understanding of the common causes of dropped objects, their potential consequences and how they can be prevented.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring that personnel are aware of the risk dropped objects present, their common causes and how they can be prevented.

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Accreditation:

CPD, IOSH 

- 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 the course for?

All Maritime personnel

Is previous experience required?

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

How will the course benefit me?

Slips, trips and falls are one of the world's most common workplace injuries. This course will give you a basic understanding of what can cause slips, trips and falls and how they can be prevented.

The knowledge gained in this course will help you to stay safe in your day-to-day activities and avoid accidents and injuries. It will also indicate the responsibilities that both you and your employer have for preventing slips, trips and falls.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are fully aware of the potential consequences of slips, trips and falls, you contribute to the safety of your fellow workers and yourself. A reduction in incidents means a safer working environment for everyone.

What standards are referenced in the course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards.

Is there an assessment? 

Yes

Who is the course for?

All Maritime Engineering Officers.

Is previous experience required?

Previous experience is not required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with knowledge of Electrical Safety Rules.

How will the course benefit my company?

Reduction of Electrical incidents and accidents

What standards are referenced in the course?

• International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)SOLAS Chapter II-1 Part D Electrical Installations

• International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 60092 ‘Electrical installations in ships’ Series 

• IEC 60529 ‘Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)’

• IEC 60945 ‘Maritime navigation and radiocommunication equipment and systems’

• IEC 60092-504 ‘Electrical installations in ships’

• Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

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?

All personnel who could potentially be exposed to noise in the workplace. 

Is previous experience required?

No previous knowledge or experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to provide personnel with the knowledge required to understand the hazards and controls associated with noise in the workplace.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring personnel are aware of the hazards posed by noise in the workplace and the controls that should be put in place to minimise their exposure and reduce the risk of hearing loss.

What standards are referred to in this course?

Control of Noise at Work Regulations

Is there an assessment?

Yes

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 the course for?

This is a comprehensive introduction to first aid and the techniques for administering basic medical care for anyone likely to be responding to a casualty scenario.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience of first aid is required.

How will the course benefit me?

Learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of first aid principles and techniques and acquire the fundamental knowledge necessary to respond effectively to various casualty scenarios.

How will the course benefit my company?

Sufficient training in first aid serves as a legal safeguard for companies in the event of workplace accidents. Employees equipped with first aid skills actively enhance workplace safety and respond more effectively to medical emergencies.

What standards are referenced in the course?

This course is based on parts of the Ship Medical Guide.

Is there an assessment?

Yes - This course has an assessment with a 70% pass mark and 2 attempts.

Learning objectives

- Explain the importance of personal safety during first aid

- List the required first aid equipment on board

- Explain the procedures to for investigating injuries, including the Primary Survey

- Explain the Top-to- Toe Survey

- Describe the purpose of triage and the individualised creation of the system

- List the components of a triage system, including primary and secondary assessments

- Describe the first aid techniques for various medical conditions

Who is the course for?

Personnel requiring knowledge or awareness of hot work hazards and controls.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course aims to provide learners with an awareness of best practice in relation to hot work.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are aware of best practice in relation to hot work at sea.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• International Safey Management (ISM) Code

• Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seafarers (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%.

Who is this course for?

Crew members who require a basic introduction to diesel engine analysis and indicator diagrams.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

By providing you with an introduction to diesel engine analysis and an overview of power and draw cards.

How will this course benefit my company?

By providing crew members with an introduction to diesel engine analysis and an overview of power and draw cards.

What standards are referred to in this course?

This course does not make any reference to any specific legislation or regulations.

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is the course for? 

Personnel who are required to work with, or near to, substances hazardous to health.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

Many substances can cause harm to health if the appropriate precautions are not taken, including some substances that are not hazardous in themselves. This course will give you a basic overview of the COSHH regulations and how they help to protect workers. 

How will the course benefit my company? 

Ensuring personnel are familiar with the requirements of the COSHH Regulations will help to reduce the risk of accidents, incidents and injuries in the workplace.

What standards are referenced in the course?

The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH).

Is there an assessment? 

Yes - This course has an assessment with a 80% pass mark and two attempts

Learning Objectives:

• Recognise why COSHH is important for protecting workers’ health

• Identify considerations for COSHH risk assessments

• Recognise control measures for mitigating risks from hazardous substances

Who is the course for?

This course is intended for Deck Officers, Ratings and Cadets.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing learners with information about the stowage, offloading and safety aspects of shipping bulk chemicals.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring the safe transportation of bulk chemicals.

What standards are referenced in the course?

 IBC International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk

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?

Deck Officers and Deck Crew Members.

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 overview of the requirements of the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargo (IMSBC) Code.

How will the course benefit my company?

To reduce the risk of unstable bulk cargo.

What standards are referenced in the course?

International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargo (IMSBC)

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

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?

Crew members who are new to a vessel, or new to a role that works primarily in the engine room.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is necessary to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with information on how to work safely in the engine room

How will the course benefit my company?

By providing crew with information on how to work in the engine room safely.

What standards are referenced in the course?

There are no specific standards or regulations 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%.

The OPITO approved course can now be completed online.

Due to the current COVID-19 situation, OPITO has altered the required processes to gain accreditation. You no longer have to attend an invigilation centre to complete this course, but must prove identity where required.

Who is the course for?

Personnel responsible for conducting atmospheric testing at the worksite.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required

How will the course benefit me?

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

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring that personnel are aware of the situations and circumstances in which a hazardous atmosphere could occur and the steps that should be taken in an emergency.

What standards are referenced in the course?

Health and Safety at Work Act

CoSHH

PFEER

Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations

EH40 Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs)

Confined Space Regulations

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Please find pre-course information and learning outcomes here:

https://mintra.com/implementing-maintaining-opito-standards-policy

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:

VisionMaster ECDIS

VisionMaster Chart Radar

VisionMaster TotalWatch

ECDIS-E

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 Model Course 1.27 (IMO Model Course 1.27)

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is this course for?

This course is for ship officers, engineers, pilots and shore-based personnel.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course. 

How will this course benefit me?

The overall objective is to increase safety, efficiency and job satisfaction in shipping companies and, eventually, in the maritime industry as a whole.

How will this course benefit my company?

To change the attitudes and behaviour of crew to good resource management practices during everyday operations.

What standards are referred to in this course?

The International Maritime Organization (IMO)

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is the course for?

All officers involved in the navigational watch.

Is previous experience required?

Previous navigational knowledge is recommended but is not required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing a well-rounded view of best navigational practices to ensure safe navigation.

How will the course benefit my company?

By improving the way officers combine equipment and human elements on the bridge to reduce the risk of incidents.

What standards are referenced in the 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)

• The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)

• The International Regulation’s for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS)

• IMO Resolution A.893(21) Guidelines for Voyage Planning

• IMO Resolution A.999(25) Guidelines on Voyage Planning for Passenger Ships Operating in Remote Areas

• Vessel Inspection Questionnaires for Oil Tankers, Combination Carriers, Shuttle Tankers, Chemical Tanker and Gas Tankers (VIQ)

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?

Officers and crew involved in vapour emission control operations.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete the course.

How will this course benefit me?

By giving you an overview of how the VEC system works and how it should be operated safely.

How will this course benefit my company?

By giving the officers and crew an overview of the required safety procedures onboard, thereby reducing the risk of accidents related to the VEC system.

What standards are referred to in this course?

MARPOL Annex VI, Regulation 15

International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is the course for?

Personnel responsible for conducting atmospheric testing at the worksite.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required.

How will the course benefit me?

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

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring that personnel are aware of the situations and circumstances in   which a hazardous atmosphere could occur and the steps that should be taken   in an emergency.

What standards are referenced in the course?

Health and Safety at Work Act

CoSHH

PFEER

Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations

EH40 Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs)

Confined Space Regulations

Is there an assessment? 

Yes

Who is this course for?

All personnel across an organisation to set a benchmark of knowledge and awareness of risk assessment.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course. 

How will this 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 this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have the required knowledge and awareness of the importance of Risk Assessment and how it can reduce the likelihood of accidents in the workplace.

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%.

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?

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:

eGlobe G2 ECDIS – 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

Who is the 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 the 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 the course benefit my company?

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

What standards are referenced in the 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?

Course assessment with a 80% pass mark and two attempts.

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.