Learnings
Utilizing the Simulator
Brushing up proficiency as bridge team
Understand importance of situational awareness: Make ‘safe’ decisions in various scenarios, evaluating human interactions – recognizing their weakness and gaining better confidence; Identify cultural differences and deal with them in uncertain navigational situations; Challenge and response – supportive environment for ‘Safety first’; Practical guidance for closed loop communication;
Promotion check | New Joiner check (tailor-made)
Checking proficiency in navigational skills based on ColReg; and the organization’s criteria: Understanding the benefits of a reliable bridge teamwork, utilizing ‘closed loop communication’; Making ‘safe’ decisions in various scenarios, evaluating human interactions, recognizing their weakness and gaining more confidence; Challenge and response – supportive environment for ‘Safety first’.
Voyage optimization and its proper (de-)briefing (for experienced seafarers only)
On your way to excellence: Recalling and reflecting the four steps to establish a voyage plan before departure and confirm that the plan ensures a safe voyage and arrival at the destination with no problems; Encouraging to overcome short cuts and provide framework and consistency to a clear planning incl. (de-)briefings. Increases self-confidence due to better preparation, practice, and positivity
Learning Nugget
Bad Weather Preparation
Target group: Nautical & Technical Officers, Bosun & AB Take-away points- Understand the importance of safety measures- Identify potential hazards- Learn how to prepare for extreme weather events- Learn how to use personal protective equipment (PPE)- Learn how to respond to emergencies Duration: 60 min
Building a safer workplace through Good Housekeeping
Target group: Nautical & Technical Officers, Bosun & AB Take-away points:- The meaning of Housekeeping on board vessels- Poor Housekeeping – Unsafe Act or Condition- How Poor Housekeeping may affect us on board- How to combat Poor Housekeeping on board- Good Housekeeping promotes Safety!- The benefits of Good Housekeeping- Long-term Housekeeping Duration: 45 – 60 min
Drain Oil Analysis – Early recognition of engine problems
Target group: Chief Engineer, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, Junior Engr, Wpr OT, Electrician (ETO), Engine ratings, Gas Engr. Take-away points:Raising awareness of:- Early recognition of problems, detection and understanding of wear, prolongation of components lifetime- Distinguish abrasive and corrosive wear (iron content and PQ index)- Detection of System oil contamination and combustion problems- Quick estimation of the engines condition by test kit (Iron and BN testing) and how to use it Duration: 90 min
Engine Power Limitation
Target Group ObjectivesBy the end of this learning nugget, your officers will be able:- To interpret the regulatory framework covering EPL.- To comprehend specific flag state requirements (applicable for flags requested by customer).- To understand engine room workflows when EPL is installed.- To know how to manage emergency exceptions.- To grasp the impact of fuel consumption on environmental performance.- To understand the general documentation process and be able to embed it in the company-specific documentation. Duration: 75 minutes
Increasing Awareness: Risk Assessment
Target group: all Officers including ETO Take-away points:Creating an effective Risk Assessment, including the need of performing a Risk Assessment Duration: 60 min
Issuance of Crew/Technical Dispensation/Exemption Letters
Target group: Vessel TOP 4, TSI, Crew Operator Take-away points:The Flag policy regarding the issuance, closure and extensions of dispensations issued and for closing dispensations with the minimum documentation and evidence which are required to be submitted (Technical and Manning). Duration: 60 min
Lesson learned from Oil Spill Incident
Target group: TOP 4 Take-away points:Enhanced understanding of:The necessity of communication across the departments – Toolbox meetings and its purpose for risk assessment – SMPOPProper reporting to the officeEfficient work planning – what needs to be considered? Duration: 60 min
Lubrication Oil Management
Target group: Chief Engineer, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, Junior Engr, Wpr OT Take-away points:- Discern lubrication oils along usage and chemical properties- Storage and shelf life, mixabilities and spare quantities- Filtering and purifying demands and directives- Topping up guidelines- Proper observation of consumption and reporting – Sampling procedures- Analysis procedures and consequences of test result Duration: 180 min
Marine Engine Troubles: Reason and Cure!
Target group: 2nd Engineer, 3rd, 4th, Junior Engr, Wpr OT Take-away points:- Knowing how to identify engine troubles during starting- Spotting engine troubles in between normal running operation – Having a plan B and establishing their possible remedies- Eliminating the potential cause of the trouble and performing cure – Discussing damages to enhance everyone’s understanding on real-life situations Duration: 90 min
Mooring Operations
Target group: Master, Chief Officer, 2nd & 3rd Officer, Bosum, AB, OS Take-away points:- Better understand the importance of safe mooring operations- Better understand potential hazards- Identify & discuss concerns pain points- Discuss and review methods to reduce risk Duration: 60 min
Risk Assessment, Hazard and Risk, Invisible Hazards
Target GroupNautical & Technical Officer Take-away points- Understand the difference between hazards and risks- Identify potential hazards- Learn how to conduct a risk assessment- Understand the importance of communication- Learn how to use personal protective equipment (PPE)- Understand the importance of emergency procedures Duration: 60 minutes
Safe Working Onboard (FIFA 501), Personal Safety, Slip Trips and Fall, Personal
Target GroupNautical & Technical Officer and Ratings Take-away points- Understand the importance of safety measure- Identify potential hazards- Learn how to prevent slips, trips, and falls- Learn how to use personal protective equipment (PPE) Duration: 60 minutes
Shipboard Inspection – Human element’s role in deficiency avoiding
Target group: Master, Chief Officer, Chief Engineer, 2nd Engineer + anybody intended to be promoted into these TOP4 Take-away points:Enhanced understanding about the effects of – Geographical area, attitudes and culture – Personal or positional authority – Communication and how to avoid misunderstanding – Pro-activityGathering ideas how best to prepare and motivate the onboard teams Duration: 90min There are currently no scheduled dates for this learning. Please contact us if you have an inquiry.
Speak up! Think aloud!
Target group: all ranks incl. cadets Take-away points:Getting to know the ‘Think aloud’ method and how when to utilize it- Being encouraged to address concerns.- Enhancing decisions while speaking up / thinking aloud.- Strenthening the command team. Duration: 60 – 70 min There are currently no scheduled dates for this learning. Please contact us if you have an inquiry.
Deepening the understanding
Alternative Fuels
Target GroupOfficers & Engineers Take-away points- Introduction – Quick Recap to Decarbonization- Pop Quiz on Decarbonization of Shipping- Alternative Fuels in focus: Methanol, LNG, Ammonia, Hydrogen- Uptake of Alternative Fuels and future trends Duration60 minutes
Brushing up: ColReg knowledge
Re-skilling to the ever-changing environment in 240 minutes, compact & guidedThis online training is suitable for Deck Officers and in-line with the IMO International regulations for preventing collisions at sea.Highlighting the significance ofCOLREG rulesCorrect implementation of the rulesAssessing the risk for better decision-making and demonstrating a number of scenarios related to:crossing situation, overtaking situation and head-on situation which can take place at high seas, narrow channels and traffic separation schemes.How will the course benefit me?By enabling you to confidently assess navigational situations based on the involved vessels and making sound decisions to avoid collisions based on the appropriate rules.Target group: Deck OfficersDuration: 240 minutes online
Decarbonization in Shipping
Increasing your awareness of situational concerns and know how to inform others properly: IMO Initial GHG Strategy, GHG emission policies and regulatory framework, Potential solutions – energy saving and alternative fuels.
Classroom Workshop
Enhancing Safety Leadership: a shift from compliance to commitment
To ramp up situational awareness and apply to communication strategiesto influence other positively: Creating meaning of the Human Element factors and what it means for teamwork on board; Comprehending that people make errors for various reasons and paying attention to those within the daily chores and unusual circumstances; Keeping the barriers strong and the team spirit up, even in critical situations;
Evolving multi-cultural and multi-generational teams
Efficient collaboration stands as a cornerstone for ensuring safe and successful operations on board. Particularly within safety critical work environments, the competence and motivation of team members are paramount, driving them to deliver their utmost performance while remaining goal-oriented. Managing a team with members from various cultural backgrounds and different age groups can be challenging. In the pursuit of productive and positive results, situational leadership and empowering the team by giving the team members what they need to succeed and emerge as a vital component.
Planning Techniques that help the crew to keep work in track
Workload and problems arising from increased and unmanaged workload: Causes and effects of heavy and unmanaged workload; Working under pressure – Workload Management and Time Management Work planning and prioritizing – see the progress; What is a work plan and why is it essential?; What’s involved in the work planning process?
Report writing (tailor-made)
To practice applying situational communication strategies with a good timing to influence others positively in challenging situations: Increasing your awareness of situational concerns and know how to inform others properly; Prioritizing your tasks to know when to address concerns timely and to have enough time for communication; Practice your communication skills when working in teams; Apply communication tools to manage challenging situations;