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THE SHIP ENERGY EFFICIENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN
The objective of this training package is to inform and motivate all seafarers to increase the... -
Dangerous Goods at Sea - Part 1
As new products enter the market, the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code is... -
Dangerous Goods at Sea - Part 2
As new products enter the market, the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code is... -
VRM Training Course
Whenever a ship puts to sea, the Master and crew have a duty to navigate safely and efficiently at...
GENERAL SURVEYING TRAINING COURSE
This course introduces the principles of marine surveying with
the aim of increasing knowledge and understanding of the
topic.
Who the course is designed for
This course is designed for those working aboard ship or
ashore
Those requiring initial training as potential surveyors
Course Pre-requisites
None
Course Objectives
To ensure the student develops knowledge of the basic industry
surveying structure
Develops knowledge of the surveys and links to the industry
requirements
Understands the appropriate links between the survey types and the
vessel types
Gain practical knowledge and ability to assist both ship and shore
in meeting survey requirements
Structure
The Course consists of:-
Three main categories: Basic Information, General Surveys, Ship
Specific Surveys
Modules - listed below
Basic Information
1.1 The Shipping Industry - major participants Code No: 841
1.2 The Law, IMO, Port and Flag States Code No: 842
1.3 Class Socities & IACS Code No: 843
1.4 Survey Types & Frequency Code No: 844
Class & Statutory Surveys, including overdue /out of class,
ISM,preparation and reporting communication with surveyors
General Survey
2.1 Hull & Machinery, including coatings Code No: 845
2.2 Safety Construction Code No: 846
2.3 Safety Equipment Code No: 847
2.4 Bottom and Tailshaft Surveys Code No 848
2.5 Loadline Code No: 849
2.6 Marpol Code No: 850
2.7 Cargo Gear Code No: 851
2.8 Boiler Surveys Code No: 852
2.9 Materials,Welding & NDT Code No: 853
Ship Specific
3.1 Oil Tankers Code No: 854
3.2 Liquefied Gas Carriers Code No: 855
3.3 Chemical Tankers Code No: 856
3.4 Ro-Ro Ferry Code No: 857
3.5 Passenger Ships Code No 858
3.6 Container and General Cargo Ships, plus Refrigeration Code No
859
3.8 Bulk Carriers Code No: 861
Module 1.1 The Shipping Industry
As a result of successfully completing this Module you will:
Understand the importance of the shipping industry to world
wide trade.
Be familiar with the roles and responsibilities of the most
important parties in the shipping...
Module 1.2 The Law, IMO, Port and Flag States
As a result of successfully completing this Module you will:
Understand the context in which the framework of regulations,
responsibilities and activities for ensuring maritime safety and
environmental protection...
Module 1.3 Class Societies and IACS
As a result of successfully completing this Module you will:
Understand the origins of the Classification Societies and the
principles which govern the classification procedures.
Be aware of the relationship between the...
Module 1.4 Survey Types and Frequency
As a result of successfully completing this Module you will:
Be aware of the need to behave in a professional manner when
surveyors and inspectors come on board.
Understand the procedures governing Statutory surveys.
Understand...
Module 2.1 Annual Survey of Hull and Machinery
As a result of successfully completing this Module you will:
Be aware of the scope and periodicity of the Annual
Survey.
Be familiar with the main areas of the hull structure that give
rise for concern.
Understand the...
Module 2.2: Safety Construction Survey
As a result of successfully completing this Module you will:
Be aware that the Safety Construction Certificate is a Flag
requirement.
Understand how the Safety Construction Survey relates to other
Class surveys.
Understand the...
Module 2.3 Safety Equipment Surveys
As a result of successfully completing this Module you will:
Be aware of the periodicity of the Cargo Ship Safety Equipment
Certificate.
Be familiar with the safety requirements for the equipment,
charts and other items found on the...
Module 2.4: Bottom and Tailshaft Surveys
As a result of successfully completing this Module you will:
Be aware of the periodicity and general requirements for Bottom
and Tailshaft surveys.
Be familiar with the main areas of the hull plating that give
rise for...
Module 2.5: Load Line Surveys
As a result of successfully completing this Module you will:
Be aware of the importance of the Load Line survey and be
familiar with the definitions contained in the Load Line
Convention.
Be aware of the stability and other information...
Module 2.6: MARPOL Surveys
As a result of successfully completing this Module you will:
Be aware of the general requirements that all ships must
observe in order to comply with Annex I of the MARPOL
Convention.
Understand the need for oily water separating and...
Module 2.7: Cargo Gear Surveys
As a result of successfully completing this Module you will:
Be aware of the ILO Conventions that govern cargo gear
surveys.
Understand the survey requirements for cargo gear.
Understand the importance of checking the condition of...
Module 2.8: Boiler Surveys
As a result of successfully completing this Module you will:
Be aware of the periodicity and general requirements for boiler
surveys.
Understand the test procedures that may be required for boiler
surveys.
Be familiar with the different...
Module 2.9: Materials, Welding and NDT
As a result of successfully completing this Module you will:
Be aware of the main materials used in ship construction.
Be aware of the need for rigorous testing of the materials
according to their application.
Understand the...
Module 3.1 Oil Tankers
As a result of successfully completing this Module you will:
Be familiar with the concept of the Enhanced Survey Program
(ESP) for oil tankers including “substantial corrosion”
and “suspect areas”.
Understand the...
Module 3.2: Liquefied Gas Carriers
As a result of successfully completing this Module you will:
Be familiar with the main products carried by Liquefied Gas
Carriers and the hazards these may entail.
Be familiar with the main legislation that governs the
operation of...
Module 3.5: Passenger Ship Surveys
As a result of successfully completing this Module you will:
Be aware of the importance of subdivision for both
survivability in a damaged condition and for fire protection
purposes.
Understand the structural requirements that will...
Module 3.6: Container Ships and Refrigeration
As a result of successfully completing this Module you will:
Be familiar with the design parameters of Container ships and
the hull stresses that tend to result from these.
Be familiar with the main areas of the ship that...