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Training course providing basic knowledge of the LNG market, ship types, cargo containment systems, operational and safety aspects.
Objectives:
To provide participants with basic understanding of the LNG market, ship types, cargo containment systems and the operational and safety aspects of the transportation of LNG cargoes by sea.
Entrance requirements:
None
Who should attend:
Superintendents, Senior Officers on board
Duration:
1 day
The course focuses on:
- Trends in LNG shipping
- Ship types and cargo containment systems for LNG
- Construction of GTT Mark III
- Construction of GTT NO96
- LNG Cargo equipment and operations
- Special systems and operations for membrane carriers
- Propulsion alternatives for LNG carriers
- Regasification vessels
- Testing of Mark III secondary barriers
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Training course providing knowledge and skills to plan and conduct effective combined audits and verifications for ISM, ISPS and MLC.
Objectives:To qualify participants as internal auditors (ISM, ISPS, MLC) enabling them to prepare and conduct internal audits/verifications within their shipping companies in accordance with accepted auditing principles.
Prior knowledge of the three standards is expected.
Entrance requirements:
Good knowledge of ISM Code, ISPS Code and the ILO Maritime Labour Convention 2006
Who should attend:
Shipping Companies: Designated Persons (ashore), Company Security Officers, Quality Managers, Superintendents, Nautical Officers, Engineers
Duration:
2 days
Effective implementation and verification of a safety management system requires periodical internal audits. The approach to and scope of an audit differs widely from an inspection.
Moreover, as per MSC-MEPC.7-Circ.8 (Revised Guidance for the operational implementation of the ISM Code by Companies) - art.8 - persons performing internal audits should have successfully completed a relevant auditor training course. This may also be a mandatory requirement of Flag States.
This course provides participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to plan, prepare, conduct and report on combined ISM, ISPS and MLC audits and verifications. This process is based on the requirements of ISO 19011:2018 Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems and will be carried out step by step through the use of interactive group exercises. Specific focus of the course is the application of the various audit methodologies.
Participants will also improve their communication skills through role plays, especially for performing interviews, and thus strengthen their overall performance as an auditor.
This course will provide shipping and offshore company employees with the knowledge and tools necessary for performing internal audits. Participants will receive a sound understanding of auditing techniques, methodologies and the audit process.
A written exam at the end of the course will test the participant's level of achievement with respect to the learning objectives and be used as a basis to issue a certificate.
The course focuses on:
- ISM/ISPS/MLC auditing requirements
- Audit principles
- Planning audits
- Initiating and preparing an audit
- Conducting on-site audits, including interviewing techniques
- Reporting and follow-up of an audit, including handling of non-conformities and understanding root cause analysis for corrective actions
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Training related to the implementation and maintenance of a company’s SMS in compliance with the requirements of the ISM Code
Objectives:- To provide comprehensive training related to the implementation and maintenance of a company’s SMS in compliance with the requirements of the ISM Code
- This course fulfills the IMO MSC-MEPC.7/ Circ.6 ”Guidance on the qualification, training and experience necessary for undertaking the role of the Designated Person under the provisions of the ISM Code
Entrance requirements
Sound experience in shipping and ship operations and good knowledge of the ISM Code
Who should attend:
Shipping Companies: Superintendents, quality managers, designated persons, nautical officers, engineers
Duration:
2 days
According to the ISM Code the Designated Person Ashore (DPA) plays a key role in the effective implementation of a Safety Management System and takes responsibility for verification and monitoring of all safety and pollution prevention activities. To comply with the ISM Code a shipping company should be able to provide documentary evidence that the DPA has received sufficient training to undertake the necessary duties.
In this course the participants will be fully prepared to assume the role of DPA. This means providing them with the knowledge, understanding and skills necessary to implement and maintain the company’s SMS as required by the ISM Code.
During the course the participants will be reminded about the background and objectives of the ISM Code and the resulting requirements for the company’s SMS from a modern management perspective. The responsibilities and authority of the DPA, possible legal exposure, as well as other potential difficulties will be explained. Advice is provided on principles and systematics of risk management and incident investigation.
Special attention is given to the importance of the human factor and good communication in safety management. Modern management concepts are presented. Activities are included to develop the capabilities of the participants in performing the duties, tasks and responsibilities of the DPA. Achievement of the required level of competence is assessed by means of a final test.
The course focuses on:
- Requirements of the DPA in the 21st century
- Principles of modern management systems
- Knowledge and understanding of the ISM Code
- Handling of mandatory rules and regulations
- Assessment techniques
- Technical and operational aspects of safety management
- Understanding operations of a shipping company
- Requirements for marine-related management system audits
- Ensuring effective communication with shipboard staff and shore management
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Objectives:
To qualify ISM code Auditors enabling them to plan, conduct and evaluate external and internal audits within their shipping companies in accordance with accepted auditing principles
Entry requirements:
Basic knowledge or work experience ISM Code and ISO 9001 Std.
Who should attend:
Shipping Companies: Superintendents, Quality Managers, Auditors, nautical officers, engineers
Duration:
4 days
Content:
The course content focusses on:
• Introduction to ISM Code, intention, reason and objective
• Risk Management
• Discussion on the elements of ISM code step by step
• The certification process conditions for issue and retention of certificates
• The auditing process audit performance (Company/Ships)
• Auditing knowledge and skills.