Scope (Target audience):
This course is intended to provide all company employees and shipboard personnel of all levels, who require a general knowledge an understanding of the requirements of Ballast Water Management as required by IMO Resolution A.868 (20) of 1997 and International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships Ballast Water and Sediment of 2004.
Objective:
After successful completion of the course the trainees should be able to: Be aware of the IMO requirement of proper training in Ballast Water Management, Minimize the transfer of harmful aquatic organisms and pathogens, Develop and fallow a Ballast Water Management Program,
Maintain a record of all ballast operations.
Course content:
- Background of Ballast Water Management
- Environment threats
- Ballast Water Management Plan
- Ballast Water Management Record Book
- Ballast Water Management techniques
- Training required for officers and crew
- Regional requirements
- Assessment
Note to client:
After successful completion of the course candidates will receive a Ballast Water Management course certificate