Ensuring a Safe and Green Voyage: Maritime Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Training Course

Introduction

The maritime industry, by its very nature, operates in a challenging and dynamic environment, where health, safety, and environmental (HSE) risks are inherent and constantly evolving. From safeguarding the well-being of seafarers and preventing accidents onboard to protecting the fragile marine environment from pollution, robust HSE management is not merely a regulatory obligation but a fundamental pillar of responsible and sustainable operations. A proactive approach to HSE is critical for minimizing incidents, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of safety and environmental stewardship.

This intensive training course is meticulously designed to equip participants with a comprehensive and practical understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) management in the maritime sector. From exploring international conventions and risk assessment methodologies to mastering emergency preparedness, pollution prevention strategies, and occupational health practices, you will gain the expertise to implement effective HSE management systems. This empowers you to identify hazards, mitigate risks, ensure compliance, and contribute significantly to creating a safer, healthier, and more environmentally responsible maritime industry.

Target Audience

  • Ship Owners, Operators, and Managers.
  • HSE Managers and Officers in Maritime Companies.
  • Marine Engineers and Deck Officers.
  • Designated Persons Ashore (DPAs) and Company Security Officers (CSOs).
  • Port Authority Health and Safety Personnel.
  • Shipyard Health, Safety, and Environmental Staff.
  • Maritime Auditors and Surveyors.
  • Crew Members with designated safety duties.

Duration: 10 days

Course Objectives

  • Upon completion of this training course, participants will be able to:
  • Understand the fundamental principles and importance of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) management in the maritime industry.
  • Grasp the key international conventions and national regulations governing maritime HSE.
  • Analyze various types of maritime hazards and risks, and apply effective risk assessment methodologies.
  • Comprehend the principles of accident investigation and root cause analysis.
  • Evaluate strategies for effective pollution prevention and environmental protection in shipping.
  • Develop practical skills in emergency preparedness, response, and crisis management.
  • Navigate occupational health challenges and promote crew well-being onboard.
  • Formulate robust strategies for implementing and maintaining a proactive HSE culture within maritime organizations.

Course Content

Introduction to Maritime HSE Management

  • Defining HSE in Maritime : integrated approach to health, safety, and environmental protection
  • Importance of HSE : legal compliance, ethical responsibility, operational efficiency, reputation
  • Key Drivers for HSE : human factors, technological advancements, environmental concerns, regulatory pressure
  • HSE Management Systems (HSE-MS) : principles and benefits (e.g., ISM Code, ISO 45001, ISO 14001)
  • The holistic approach to managing risks in the maritime environment

International Regulatory Framework for Maritime HSE

  • SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) : fire safety, life-saving appliances, navigation, safety management
  • MARPOL (Prevention of Pollution from Ships) : Annexes I-VI, pollution prevention regulations
  • STCW (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping) : competence requirements for seafarers
  • MLC (Maritime Labour Convention) : seafarers' rights, working conditions, health protection
  • Other relevant IMO Conventions and Codes (e.g., ISM Code, IGF Code, Polar Code)

Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment

  • Types of Hazards in Maritime : physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, psychological
  • Risk Assessment Methodologies : hazard identification (HAZID), risk analysis, risk evaluation
  • Risk Matrix and ALARP Principle : As Low As Reasonably Practicable
  • Job Safety Analysis (JSA) / Task Risk Assessment : systematic approach to specific tasks
  • Practical exercises in identifying hazards and assessing risks onboard vessels

Accident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis

  • Importance of Accident Investigation : learning from incidents, preventing recurrence
  • Accident Causation Models : Swiss Cheese Model, Bow-tie analysis
  • Investigation Process : data collection, evidence analysis, interviewing techniques
  • Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Techniques : 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, Fault Tree Analysis
  • Developing effective corrective and preventive actions

Occupational Health and Well-being

  • Common Health Hazards Onboard : noise, vibration, heat stress, chemical exposure, confined spaces
  • Medical Care and First Aid : onboard medical facilities, telemedicine, emergency medical procedures
  • Mental Health and Fatigue Management : stress, isolation, sleep deprivation, support systems
  • Drug and Alcohol Policy : prevention, testing, rehabilitation
  • Promoting a healthy and supportive working environment for seafarers

Safety Management and Operational Procedures

  • Permit-to-Work Systems : controlling hazardous work activities (hot work, enclosed spaces)
  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Procedures : safe isolation of machinery
  • Emergency Drills and Exercises : fire, abandon ship, pollution, medical emergencies
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) : selection, use, maintenance
  • Developing and implementing safe operating procedures for all shipboard tasks

Pollution Prevention and Environmental Protection

  • MARPOL Annexes in Detail : oil, noxious liquid substances, harmful packaged substances, sewage, garbage, air pollution
  • Ballast Water Management : BWM Convention, treatment systems, record keeping
  • Ship Recycling and Hazardous Materials : Hong Kong Convention, IHM
  • Energy Efficiency Measures : SEEMP, EEDI, CII, reducing carbon footprint
  • Environmental management practices and compliance reporting

Emergency Preparedness and Crisis Management

  • Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) : shipboard oil pollution emergency plan (SOPEP), shipboard marine pollution emergency plan (SMPEP)
  • Crisis Communication : internal and external communication during emergencies
  • Media Management : handling public and media inquiries
  • Post-Incident Recovery and Resilience : returning to normal operations, learning from crises
  • Leadership and teamwork in managing maritime emergencies

HSE Audits, Inspections, and Reviews

  • Purpose of Audits and Inspections : verifying compliance, identifying non-conformities
  • Internal Audits : company's self-assessment
  • External Audits : Flag State, Port State Control (PSC), Classification Societies
  • Management Review of HSE-MS : senior management's role in system effectiveness
  • Continuous improvement cycle for HSE performance

HSE Culture and Human Factors

  • Developing a Positive Safety Culture : leadership commitment, employee involvement, reporting culture
  • Human Factors in Accidents : errors, violations, decision-making biases
  • Training and Competence : ensuring seafarers have necessary HSE skills
  • Behavioral Safety Programs : promoting safe behaviors
  • Fostering a proactive and resilient HSE mindset throughout the organization.

CERTIFICATION

  • Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

  • Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

  • Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

  • Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com

For More Details call: +254-114-087-180

 

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