The objectives of this course is that on completion of this course candidates will have sufficient knowledge and understanding to enable them to:-

• Carry out the role of ships safety officer
• Carry out risk assessment and accident reporting
• Carry out safety audits and inspections
• Create a safety culture aboard ship through teamwork.

To explore the role of a Shipboard Safety Officer:

Legislative Background – to include such topics as :-

• International Health and Safety Legislation
• Duties of Employer
• Duties of Safety Officer
• Powers of safety representatives

Safety Management on Board ship:-.

• ISM Code Safety Management System – procedures
• Accident Reduction
• Hazard Identification
• Creating a Safety Culture.

Practical workshops would include but not confined to:-

• Risk Assessment
• Safety Inspections
• Creating a safety culture through teamwork.

This course is conducted over a three day period of theory and practical training.

This course is delivered through a mixed mode. Theory sessions are taught in the dedicated Red Ensign training rooms. The course also comprises practical scenarios, and underpinning theory .

Candidates will have served at sea in a merchant vessel for a minimum of two years prior to attaining the age of 18. In the case of a safety officer on board a tanker, this shall include at least six month service in such a ship.

Please email sally@redensigntraining.comfor costs for this course.