DNV GL – Designated Person Ashore (DPA) training course

NV GL’s Maritime Academy Hellas is offering on 9 and 10 February 2016, a two-day course that provides participants with the knowledge, understanding and proficiencies necessary for undertaking the role of the Designated Person (DP) under the provisions of the ISM Code. Practical case studies and exercises are used to illustrate duties, tasks and responsibilities of the DP and possible measures to comply with the safety and environmental protection requirements as laid down in the ISM Code. Achievement of competencies is assessed by means of a final test.
Emphasis
• Knowledge and understanding of the ISM Code
• Handling of maritime rules, regulations, guidelines and recommendations
• Key elements for implementation and maintenance of the SMS
• Assessment techniques of examining, questioning, evaluating and reporting
• Operational aspects of safety management
• Marine-related management system audits
• Effective communication with shipboard staff and shore management
Note: This course fulfils the IMO MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.6 ”Guideline for Implementation Ashore of the International Safety Management Code (ISM Code) in Shipping Companies