Upon completion of this course the Participants will be able to:
- Practice Standard for Risk Assessment & Risk Management
- Describe how to manage by assessing and identifying risks, mitigating threats and capitalizing on opportunities
- Monitor and report on risk status, perform risk re-assessment and audit
Hatch covers – Inspection & Maintenance online course. The aim of this course is to provide adequate knowledge to those who may be designated to perform duties and responsibilities related to hatch covers maintenance.
Hatch covers, even though heavy and robust, are delicate pieces of equipment that require constant care, attention, and maintenance. The majority of the damage to covers and coamings can arise from bad practice and insufficient or poor maintenance.
Proper maintenance of hatch covers is essential to prevent cargo damage and ensure the safety of seafarers.
International regulations and guidelines, such as the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), the IMO Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing (CSS Code), and the IACS Unified Requirements (UR) for hatch covers, provide guidelines for the safe maintenance of hatch covers, to minimize the risk of injury and damage.
This course is all about hatch covers; different types and constructions, and the importance of correct maintenance and inspection. Hatch covers are also part of the vessel’s watertight integrity and seaworthiness, therefore knowledge and understanding of the key components as well as their inter-dependency are at the core of the learning objectives.
This course will introduce you to hatch covers, step by step. We are then going to learn about their function, maintenance, testing the weather & water tightness, and the responsibilities when testing and maintaining. We will also learn about laws and regulations in relation to hatch covers, and the last chapter is about the important underlying causes of water ingress. Today most of the cargo damages are due to leaking hatch covers. After completing this training course you will have a solid foundational knowledge on how to maintain hatch covers in order, to keep your cargo safe.
This course is aimed at improving the knowledge of Engineers covering engine room procedures and principles. This is a simulator-based course and includes the use of various simulated engine room situations. The course exceeds the STCW qualification criteria. The course also covers engine room management and soft skill techniques using different engine room situations including emergencies. The course is designed in compliance with IMO Model 2.07.
As an engine room team member you have a vital role. You have to combine an understanding of the ship’s machinery with an awareness of company procedure, while all the time maintaining high safety standards.
In engine room watchkeeping, there is also another factor - teamwork. It is crucial both deck and engineering personnel bear in mind they are part of one team, not just within their own department but with each other. For example, now the majority of main propulsion plants are directly controlled from the bridge, this has brought the deck and engineering departments closer together.
During this course, you will gain an understanding of Engine Room Resource Management, with a focus on the roles and responsibilities of the Duty Engineer. You will also explore the elements of situational awareness, leadership with communication and how to act during emergencies/drills, as well as gain an understanding of error chains.
In the maritime industry, ensuring the safety and efficiency of vessel operations is paramount. One effective way to achieve this is through behavioral competency assessment and verification for vessel operators. This process not only enhances safety but also boosts operational effectiveness by ensuring that operators possess the necessary skills, attitudes, and behaviors required for their roles.
Ice navigation is essential for maritime professionals who operate in polar or icy waters. Navigating through ice-covered seas can be dangerous, so it requires special skills and knowledge to ensure the safety of the ship, crew, and cargo. Ice can damage vessels, impact stability, and create challenging conditions for navigation. Knowing how to handle these challenges is crucial for safe and efficient operations in cold regions.
Safety: Ice can damage the hull of the ship, affect stability, and block important routes, so knowing how to navigate through it is vital for the crew's safety.
Challenges: Ice navigation requires careful planning, awareness of ice types, and understanding how ice conditions change with weather.
An Exhaust Gas Cleaning System (EGCS), often referred to as scrubbers, is a device installed onboard marine vessels that literally “scrubs” harmful sulphur oxides from exhaust gases.
The technology is commonly installed on ships seeking compliance options in the face of tighter emissions regulations. Scrubbers have been adopted for compliance within Emission Control Areas near coastlines. They are also being installed to comply with the International Maritime Organization’s global sulphur cap from 1st January 2020.
During this course, you will be introduced to Exhaust Gas Cleaning Systems (EGCS), or scrubbers, with an insight into how they work, the types of scrubbers and the pros and cons of installation. You will explore the associated legislation, the factors influencing the choice of scrubbers, and the various technologies. You will also gain an understanding of certification and the associated monitoring requirements.
The course aims to provide the participants with the basic knowledge complying with all the requirements for safe and proper ship crane operation and maintenance.
This course sets the stage by providing a comprehensive overview of the ISM Code, including its origins, objectives, and the key principles underpinning a strong safety culture within maritime operations.
This course is structured into two main parts: ISM Code Part A: Implementation and ISM Code Part B: Certification & Verification. Each section is meticulously crafted to guide you through the ISM Code's objectives, its role in enhancing maritime safety, and the detailed requirements for compliance and certification.
• Part A: Implementation delves into the specific requirements of the ISM Code, covering everything from establishing a safety and environmental protection policy to the responsibilities of company and ship personnel, emergency preparedness, and the maintenance of ships and equipment.
Welcome to the International Safety Management (ISM) Code course. This course is designed to provide an in-depth understanding of the ISM Code, its implementation, and its critical role within the maritime industry. The course aims to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to enhance the safety and security of shipping operations. Through this course, participants will learn about the structure, principles, and objectives of the ISM Code, developing a solid foundation in the practices and strategies essential for the safe management of ships.
This course sets the stage by providing a comprehensive overview of the ISM Code, including its origins, objectives, and the key principles underpinning a strong safety culture within maritime operations.
This course is structured into two main parts: ISM Code Part A: Implementation and ISM Code Part B: Certification & Verification. Each section is meticulously crafted to guide you through the ISM Code's objectives, its role in enhancing maritime safety, and the detailed requirements for compliance and certification.
• Part A: Implementation delves into the specific requirements of the ISM Code, covering everything from establishing a safety and environmental protection policy to the responsibilities of company and ship personnel, emergency preparedness, and the maintenance of ships and equipment.
• Part B: Certification & Verification focuses on the certification process, including the types of certificates issued, periodic verification, and the processes for interim certification and verification.
However, it is important to stress that you always orient yourself towards your ship's specifications and follow your shipping company-approved procedures.
Hatch covers – Inspection & Maintenance online course. The aim of this course is to provide adequate knowledge to those who may be designated to perform duties and responsibilities related to hatch covers maintenance.
Hatch covers, even though heavy and robust, are delicate pieces of equipment that require constant care, attention, and maintenance. The majority of the damage to covers and coamings can arise from bad practice and insufficient or poor maintenance.
Proper maintenance of hatch covers is essential to prevent cargo damage and ensure the safety of seafarers.
International regulations and guidelines, such as the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), the IMO Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing (CSS Code), and the IACS Unified Requirements (UR) for hatch covers, provide guidelines for the safe maintenance of hatch covers, to minimize the risk of injury and damage.
RightShip recommends that master and chief officer attend formal Hatch Cover Inspection and Maintenance training.
Engine Room Resource Management is an approach that aims to use the resources at hand effectively for engineering operations and vessel management. This includes machinery as well as people who, thus, require technical knowledge in operating machines and leadership skills to enhance the human workforce.
Engine Room Resource Management is a course that seeks to develop the skills and expertise of senior and junior engineer officers enabling them to manage on-board resources effectively without compromising safety or efficiency.
Engine room simulator course aims at improving the knowledge of Engineers covering engine room procedures and principles. This is a simulator-based course and includes the use of various simulated engine room situations. The course exceeds the STCW qualification criteria. The course also covers engine room management and soft skill techniques using different engine room situations including emergencies. The course is designed in compliance with IMO Model 2.07.
How should we communicate to avoid or at least reduce misunderstandings? Develop your skills in giving and receiving verbal instructions. Familiarise yourself with Maritime English and Standard Marine Communication Phrases (SMCP).
In this four-lesson course, you will familiarise yourself with Maritime English and Standard Marine Communication Phrases (SMCP). The aim is to ease communication onboard. The course provides tools for the less easy speaker to get started practising, taking, and giving instructions.
More skilled, or native English, speakers are also provided with means to adjust or “downsize” their vocabulary to ensure successful communication.
A ship-to-ship transfer occurs when cargo such as oil or gas is transferred from one ship to another. Oil tankers and gas carriers keep growing bigger and bigger, and for economic reasons or due to draft restrictions, sometimes these vessels do not go alongside in port but instead do an STS transfer. Unfortunately, this comes with the risk of causing pollution or fire accidents in the case of cargo leakage into the open sea. Extreme coordination, proper equipment, and approval for the performance of such operations are required, hence the importance of proper training.
Quality & Safety Management System (QSMS) Training for Maritime/Shipping, a good course should combine the ISM Code Safety Management System (SMS) with quality-management principles, risk management, auditing, corrective action, and continuous improvement.
The IMO describes the ISM Code as the international standard for the safe management and operation of ships and pollution prevention. Its SMS requirements include safety/environmental policy, operational procedures, defined responsibilities, accident/non-conformity reporting, emergency preparedness, internal audits, and management review.
This is a key topic under the IMSBC Code (International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes Code). It covers the safe carriage of solid bulk cargoes that may present hazards to the ship, crew, cargo, or environment—including materials classified as hazardous only when carried in bulk (MHB).
The course aims this training program to deal with team management in highly operational situation in board ship’s engine rooms and in control rooms of power plants. The basis for this course was developed in the airline industry as a result of research which showed that most accidents are caused not by technical errors but by crew management errors.
Media response training is a specialized form of communications coaching that prepares organizational leaders, spokespeople, and subject matter experts to navigate interactions with journalists effectively. The primary objective is to teach individuals how to maintain control of a narrative, deliver concise messaging, and protect an organization's reputation—especially during a crisis.
Train the Trainer training courses demonstrate through interactive hands-on practice how to use instructional design principles, facilitation techniques, and learner engagement strategies to effectively deliver training sessions and enhance knowledge transfer.