Overview
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(ISM Code Implementer Course) Certified by Cognicert UK www.cognicert.com
According to the ISM Code, the Designated Person Ashore (DPA) plays a key role in the effective implementation of a Safety Management System and takes responsibility for verification and monitoring of all safety and pollution prevention activities. To comply with the ISM Code a shipping company should be able to provide documentary evidence that the DPA has received sufficient training to undertake the necessary duties.
In this course the participants will be fully prepared to assume the role of DPA. This means providing them with the knowledge, understanding and skills necessary to implement and maintain the company’s SMS as required by the ISM Code.
During the course the participants will be reminded about the background and objectives of the ISM Code and the resulting requirements for the company’s SMS from a modern management perspective. The responsibilities and authority of the DPA, possible legal exposure, as well as other potential difficulties will be explained. Advice is provided on principles and systematic of risk management and incident investigation.
Special attention is given to the importance of the human factor and good communication in safety management. Modern management concepts are presented. Activities are included to develop the capabilities of the participants in performing the duties, tasks and responsibilities of the DPA. Achievement of the required level of competence is assessed by means of a final test.
Who Should Attend
- Shipping Companies;
- Superintendents;
- Quality managers;
- Designated persons;
- Nautical officers;
- Engineer;
- All those wishing to act the Role of DPA along with all office Personnel involved in ISM implementation;
Objectives
- Build a clear working understanding of Designated Person Ashore.
- Apply relevant principles, requirements and good practice in realistic organisational contexts.
- Prepare participants to contribute confidently to implementation, assurance or professional practice.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the programme, participants should be able to explain the core concepts, identify practical requirements, evaluate evidence and plan appropriate improvement actions.
Reference standard
The programme draws on recognised international standards, professional guidance and current good practice relevant to Designated Person Ashore.
Target audience
Suitable for managers, practitioners, auditors, implementers, consultants and other professionals whose responsibilities relate to Designated Person Ashore.
Benefits
- Stronger practical capability and professional confidence
- A structured approach that can be transferred to the workplace
- Assessment and a verifiable Cognicert certificate where the course requirements are met
Course content
:
- Introduction
- ISMS Planning
- Implementation
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Improvement
- Duration: 3 days
Training methodologies
- Case Study
- Individual Exercises
- Role Play
- Group Exercises
- Group Presentation
- Examination
- 4 hours open examination. Passing the exams qualifies the candidate for Cognicert Designated Person Ashore (CPD Certificate)
- Practical experience of 45 hours of implementation with activity log qualifies participants for our Cognicert Designated Person Ashore (Auditor Category) I.D Card and Certificate
| EXAM | APPLICATION DEADLINE |
| February 27 | January 22, 2022 |
| March 24 | February 22, 2022 |
| April 21 | March 22, 2022 |
| May 18 | April 22, 2022 |
| June 22 | May 24, 2022 |
| July 27 | June 22, 2022 |
| Aug 24 | July 22, 2022 |
| September 21 | August 24, 2022 |
| October 19 | September 15, 2022 |
| November 23 | October 13, 2022 |
| December 18 | November 11, 2022 |