Scope:
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 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
8
Theoretical
8
Total Hours
Prerequisite:
Identification card or passport
Validation:
5 years
Minimum number of Attenders
5
Note to Client:
After successful completion of the course candidates will receive a Ballast Water Management course certificate.