This course is to give the seafarers the required education and training in fire fighting and operations on board tanker vessels (oil, chemical, or liquefied gas) to meet the knowledge, understanding and proficiency requirements set out in STCW Tables A-V/1-1-1 and A/V/1-2-1 for oil and chemical tankers and liquefied gas tanker cargo.
This one-day complete practical course demonstrates all on board equipment and fixed systems in dealing with a range of different fire types likely to occur on tankers.
NOTE : Delegates undergoing fire fighting training will be required to complete and sign a confidential medical declaration to make us aware of any health problems, disabilities or injuries that we may need to take into account whilst attending this physically demanding course. It is therefore essential that delegates feel healthy and are physically fit to undertake such training.
Must have a Valid FPFF (Section A-VI/1-2 of
STCW) Certificate or be in the process of completing it or similar
training acceptable to the MCA
1 day
Maritime and Coastguard Agency on the United Kingdom (MCA UK) Approved
Oral questioning and observation of practical exercises
Passport
CDC
Copy of VISA (If Applicable)
Must Have Valid Medical CertificateÂ
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HELM – Management Level
Human Element Leadership and Management – Management Level (HELM-M) – 5 Days
UK MCA Approved (Approval Number : 5226)
Price: Rs. 21,000
The course meets the latest mandatory requirements for approved training in the Human Element Leadership and Management at the management level and the standards of competence to be achieved.
This course is predominantly directed for technical officers as it follows an approved education and training programme which leads to MCA certification as:
Chief mate or master on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more
Second engineer officer or chief engineer officer on ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 750 kW propulsion power or more
It meets the mandatory requirements pertinent to bridge resource management, engineroom resource management and application of leadership and team skills as set out in Tables A-II/2, and A-III/2 of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) incorporating the Manila amendments.
This training is a prerequisite for a management level Certificate of and III/2.Competency (CoC) issued by the MCA upon meeting the requirements of Regulation II/2
On completion students will be able to control the operation of the ship and will learn on how to care for persons on board at the management level through the use of leadership and managerial skills to ensure that the following:
Operations are planned and resources are allocated appropriately with the necessary priority being allocated
Communication is clearly and unambiguously given and received
Effective leadership behaviours are demonstrated
Necessary team member(s) share an accurate understanding of current and predicted vessel state and operational status and external environment
Decisions are most effective for the situation
Training objectives and activities are based on assessment of current competence and capabilities and operational requirements
Operations are demonstrated to be effective and in accordance with applicable rules
The crew are allocated duties and informed of expected standards of work and behaviour in a manner appropriate to the individuals concerned
Maritime and Coastguard Agency on the United Kingdom (MCA UK) Approved
100% Attendance & Pass written assessments
Passport
CDC
Copy of VISA (If Applicable)
Must Have Valid Medical CertificateÂ
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Advanced Training for Oil Tankers Cargo Operations
Advanced Training for Oil Tanker Cargo Operations (TASCO) – 5 Days
UK MCA Approved (Approval Number : 5173)
Price: Rs. 21,000
The course takes into account Chapter V Regulation V/1-1, Chapter V Section A-V/1-1of the 2010 STCW Code and complies with the Merchant Navy Training Board (MTNB) set requirements, it also satisfies part of the prerequisites as set by the UK Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA).
Specialist Training is provided in the subjects that are deemed appropriate for the senior officers and persons charged with responsibilities that encompass—care in transit/ handling of bulk oil cargoes, loading and discharging. The course is also aimed building on the experience of personnel employed in tanker terminal and ship management by providing a greater appreciation of all the safety aspects and considerations involved in the carriage and handling of oil cargoes.
Must Have Basic Oil and Chemical Tanker Training Certificate
OR
Must have sailed for 3 months in Oil/Chemical Tanker Vessel Prior June 2015 and with in 5 years of the time of course enrolmentÂ
5 days
Maritime and Coastguard Agency on the United Kingdom (MCA UK) Approved
100% Attendance, Pass written assessments
Passport
CDC
Copy of VISA (If Applicable)
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Advanced Fire Fighting
Advanced Fire Fighting (AFF) – 4 Days
UK MCA Approved (Approval Number : 5165)
Price: Rs. 21,000
This course is mandatory for deck and engineering officers who want to qualify, or upgrade, for CoC, as well as maritime crew who are designated to control fire fighting operations.
It covers:
Fire fighting procedures at sea and in port, with particular emphasis on organisation
Tactics and effective command, including liaison with shore-based firefighters
It covers topics such as ventilation control, hazards involving dangerous goods and the effects of fire fighting water on ship stability
A variety of practical exercises and scenarios involving fighting fires of different types and intensity
NOTE : This is a physically demanding course and candidates undergoing fire fighting training will be required to complete and sign a confidential medical declaration, making us aware of any health problems, disabilities or injuries that they may have. It is vital that the candidates feel fit, healthy and able to undertake the course. Training centers may consider utilizing the UK ENG 1 Medical certificate, or equivalent, as an indicator of fitness.
Must have completed Fire prevention and Fire fighting (Section A-VI/1-2 of the STCW Code) or similar training acceptable to the MCA.
4 days
Maritime and Coastguard Agency on the United Kingdom (MCA UK) Approved
Oral questioning and observation of practical exercises
Passport
CDC
Copy of VISA (If Applicable)
Medical Certificate
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PSC & RB
Proficiency in Survival craft and Rescue Boat (PSCRB) – 4 Days
UK MCA Approved (Approval Number : 5167)
Price: Rs. 21,000
This course will prepare each crew for the safe launching and handling of survival craft through a series of practical exercises using a range of open and enclosed lifeboats and inflatable rescue boats to build confidence, competence and knowledge of safety procedures as per Section A-VI/2.
Upon completion of the course, each students should be able to demonstrate the capability to:
Take charge of a survival craft or rescue boat during and after launch
Operate a survival craft engine
Manage survivors and survival craft after abandoning ship
Use locating devices including communications, signalling apparatus and pyrotechnics
Apply first aid to survivors.
Maritime and Coastguard Agency on the United Kingdom (MCA UK) Approved
100% Attendance, Pass written and Practical assessments
Passport
CDC
Copy of VISA (If Applicable)
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HELM- Operational Level
Human Element Leadership and Management – Operational level (HELM-O) – 3 Days
UK MCA Approved (Approval Number : 5227)
Price: Rs. 15,000
This course is designed to meet the mandatory requirements for approved training in the human element, leadership and management at the operational level as set out in Regulations A-II/1, A-III/1 and A-III/6 of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watch keeping for Seafarers (STCW). It provides students with awareness and understanding of the key human factors influencing effective resource management. Students will acquire and develop tools and practical skills to enhance their maritime resource management capability. This training is a prerequisite for a first Certificate of Competency (CoC) issued by the MCA meeting the requirements of Regulation II/1, III/1 and III/6.
The course is designed to develop knowledge and skills to address the following:
Culture : how to recognise and respond to cultural issues including cultural awareness and bias including national, organisational, departmental and personal cultural approaches
Team working : to recognise team working models and conflict management style
Leadership and management : to recognise and demonstrate effective leadership behaviours
Workload management : understand the concept of task and workload management and be able to apply it. Recognising fatigue and stress in yourself and others, and developing strategies for dealing with them
Situation and risk assessment : to understand the influence of a situation and risk assessment in the principles and practice of decision making at an operational level
Situational awareness : how to acquire and maintain situational awareness and accidents and increasing safety margins
Communication : how to recognise and apply best practice in communication, and be aware of barriers to communication and how these may adversely affect situational awareness
Shipboard training : to understand the aim of shipboard training, the principles of learning and methods of developing human potential
Learners following an MNTB/MCA approved programme are eligible to undertake this course after their first seagoing phase.
3 day
Maritime and Coastguard Agency on the United Kingdom (MCA UK) Approved
100% Attendance & Pass written assessments
Passport
CDC
Copy of VISA (If Applicable)
Must Have Valid Medical CertificateÂ
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Medical First AidÂ
Proficiency in Medical First Aid (MFA) – 4 Days
UK MCA Approved (Approval Number : 5176)
Price: Rs. 21,000
This four-days course is for seafarers designated to provide first aid on board ship and those needing certificates of competency. The level of knowledge gained will be sufficient to enable the seafarer to take immediate action in the case of injury or illness as per Section A-VI/4. Upon successful completion of the course, candidates will receive a Proficiency in Medical First Aid certificate.
All candidates must be at least 16 years of age
Must have ENG1 Medical CertificateÂ
4 days
Maritime and Coastguard Agency on the United Kingdom (MCA UK) Approved
100% Attendance, Pass written and practical assessments
Passport
CDC
Copy of VISA (If Applicable)
Must Have Valid Medical CertificateÂ
Portfolio Categories:
courses
Advanced Training for Chemical Tankers Cargo Operations
Advanced Training for Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations (CHEMCO) – 5 Days
UK MCA Approved (Approval Number : 5174)
Price: Rs. 21,000
The course takes into account Chapter V Regulation V/1-1, Chapter V Section A-V/1-1.2 of the 2010 STCW Code and complies with the Merchant Navy Training Board (MTNB) set requirements it also satisfies part of the prerequisites as set by the UK Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA).
Specialist Training is provided in the subjects that are deemed appropriate for the senior officers and persons charged with responsibilities that encompass—care in transit/ handling of bulk chemical cargoes , loading and discharging.
The course is also aimed building on the experience of personnel employed in tanker terminal and ship management by providing a greater appreciation of all the safety aspects and considerations involved in the carriage and handling of chemical cargoes.
Must Have Basic Liquified Gas Tanker Training Certificate
OR
Must have sailed for 3 months on Gas Tanker Vessel Prior June 2015 and with in 5 years of the course enrolment. Â
5 days
Maritime and Coastguard Agency on the United Kingdom (MCA UK) Approved
100% Attendance, Pass written assessments
Passport
CDC
Copy of VISA (If Applicable)
Portfolio Categories:
courses
Advanced Training for Liquefied Gas Tankers Cargo Operations
Advanced Training for Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operations (GASCO) – 5 Days
UK MCA Approved (Approval Number : 5170)
Price: Rs. 21,000
This course provides training in subjects appropriate to the duties of senior officers and any person with immediate responsibility for loading, discharging, care in transit or handling of bulk liquefied gas tanker cargoes.
Course content includes:
Nature of liquefied gases
Introduction to common gas cargoes
Rules regulations and guidance applicable to gas carriers
Hazards of gas cargoes
Gas carrier design
Sources of ignition
Physics of gases and liquids
Inert gas systems
Behaviour of liquids and gasses
Reliquefaction cycles
Reliquefaction machinery
LNG cargo conditioning
Ship types
Damage assumptions
Tank types
Cargo pumps
Level measuring systems
Pressure and temperature gauges, requirements and precautions
Must Have Basic Liquified Gas Tanker Training Certificate
OR
Must have sailed for 3 months on Gas Tanker Vessel Prior June 2015 and with in 5 years of the course enrolment. Â
5 days
Maritime and Coastguard Agency on the United Kingdom (MCA UK) Approved
100% Attendance, Pass written assessments
Passport
CDC
Copy of VISA (If Applicable)
Portfolio Categories:
courses
Advanced Fire Fighting Updating
Advanced Fire Fighting Updating Training – 1 Day
UK MCA Approval awaited*
Price: Rs. 9,000
As per Section A-VI/3 of the STCW Code requirements, Advanced fire fighting certificate holder will require updated proficiency training in advanced fire fighting every five years. It is a half a day classroom based course which involves group activities, focusing on:
How to control FF operations on board a ship
Organising and training fire parties
Fixed on board systems
On board fire investigations.
NOTE: Delegates undergoing fire fighting training will be required to complete and sign a confidential medical declaration (see Annex E) to make us aware of any health problems, disabilities or injuries that we may need to take into account whilst attending this physically demanding course. It is therefore essential that delegates feel healthy and are physically fit to undertake such training.
*UK MCA approved Pilot batch has been tentatively scheduled.
