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Ballast Water Record Book (BWRB) training is an essential component for maritime personnel involved in the operation and management of ships. This training is designed to familiarise individuals with the proper procedures and protocols outlined in the Ballast Water Management (BWM) Convention regarding the recording of ballast water-related activities.

The Gyro Error Logbook Management course is designed to provide maritime professionals with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in maintaining, recording, and managing gyro errors aboard vessels. Gyrocompasses are crucial navigational instruments, and understanding their errors is essential for accurate navigation. This course equips participants with the expertise to manage and record gyro errors systematically through the use of gyro error logbooks.

Welcome to this comprehensive educational course, made to explore the basics of shipboard electrical systems, and more importantly define and differentiate between various operational conditions and emergencies onboard due to a lack of electrical supply on the ship's main switchboard. By understanding the root causes of blackouts, the course aims to empower maritime professionals with the knowledge and strategies to efficiently handle and recover from as well as prevent these critical events.

Team Building is an important tool that organisations should be using. It is helpful in many ways for both the employee and the smooth running of the organisation. For the employee, some of the important benefits include increased communication with teammates, better morale and more trust. For organisations, it can mean increased productivity, healthier company culture and more chances to identify and nurture talent within the workforce.

In response to environmental concerns, the maritime industry explores sustainable alternatives, with ethanol emerging as a promising marine fuel. This overview navigates alternative fuels, delving into ethanol's properties, combustion advantages, and its historical context and global trends, shaping its adoption within the merchant navy.

Marine Materials and Corrosion Prevention are paramount considerations in the maritime industry, especially for the Merchant Navy. The choice of materials, their properties, and effective corrosion prevention techniques play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, durability and efficiency of vessels. This subject area covers the importance of materials selection, corrosion fundamentals, prevention technologies and maintenance strategies. Understanding safeguarding vessels against the corrosive forces of the marine environment and ensuring compliance with international standards.

This course is tailored for a wide range of maritime professionals, focusing specifically on the important procedures and workings of a ship’s Engine Room. Designed to provide a mix of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, this course will guide you through the dynamics of engine room operations, ensuring compliance with global standards and regulations, mostly set by IMO.

Control valves are integral components within the maritime control systems of ships, contributing significantly to the safe and efficient operation of various marine systems. These valves, including Globe Valves, Butterfly Valves and Ball Valves, play a crucial role in regulating fluid flow, pressure and temperature. Their precise control capabilities are vital for maintaining optimal conditions, enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring the safety of both the vessel and its crew.

In this course, we will cover:
- Giving and Receiving Feedback in the workplace;
- The definition of ‘Feedback’ and why it's important;
- Types of Feedback;
- How to Give Effective Constructive Feedback;
- How to receive feedback;
- How to use Self-feedback; and
- Creating a Productive Feedback Culture.

This course is tailored for cadets, and also recently qualified officers and ratings (beginners). This course will guide you through the basics of engine room operations.

Hydraulic systems are the lifeblood of maritime operations in the merchant navy. These systems harness the power of fluids to steer ships, lift cargo, and control essential machinery. Understanding their fundamentals, maintenance, and safety is paramount for smooth and safe sailing, ensuring vessels operate efficiently and reliably.

This is part 2 of our 6-course series covering the First Aid Essentials.
Everyone knows how critically important First Aid is for both the workplace and life in general. This First Aid series contains 6 bite-sized courses – you can go through them in order or refer to each course as you wish.

This series will cover the following topics:
1. Fundamentals - First Aid Essentials.
2. Basic Life Support, CPR & AED (this course).
3. Bleeding, Choking & Shock.
4. Fractures, Spinal Injury, Burns & Minor Injuries.
5. Heart Attack, Poisoning & Stroke.
6. Diabetes, Asthma & Anaphylaxis.

It is very important that we are able to manage difficult conversations within the workplace. For employees, it can help to strengthen bonds within the team, and increase feelings of being valued. For the organisation, it can help increase productivity and assist in creating an open, positive company culture. Having rules and policies is important within every organisation, and having difficult conversations are an important part of making sure that these are respected and taken seriously.

Psychological Safety is an essential component of a productive, thriving organisation. Research findings have shown how important it is on an individual, team and organisational level. For individuals, it increases work satisfaction and well-being, while reducing chances of burnout. It can mean increased productivity, a happier workforce, and an enhanced business reputation for the organisation. Having a high level of Psychological Safety is vital in achieving these outcomes, and this course will help you better yourself.

In this Ship Steering Gear Fundamentals course, we will explore how hydraulics are used to steer large seagoing vessels. We will start by looking at the evolution of ship steering mechanisms, from the days of sailors at the helm of wooden ships, to the fully-automated systems we use today. We will then review the major parts of modern ship steering gears, including rams, cylinders, tillers, and rudder angle indicators. We will learn how pumps, motors, directional control valves and relief valves work together to manoeuvre a vessel with precision, even across long distances.

Get ready to explore the intricacies of decision making with our comprehensive course designed to enhance your ability to make informed and effective choices.

Conflict is an inevitable part of human interaction, whether in personal relationships, professional environments, or broader societal contexts. This course in conflict management is designed to equip you with the necessary skills and strategies to effectively navigate and resolve conflicts in various settings.

This course is designed to equip maritime seafarers with essential skills and knowledge to maintain high levels of situational awareness on the open sea. It covers the principles of situational awareness, methods for improving observation and perception skills, strategies for anticipating potential hazards, and the application of these skills in maritime operations to enhance safety and efficiency.

Vegoils Chemical Cargo Handling Training - Vegetable Oils course, a specialised training program designed for maritime professionals, including seafarers, cargo handlers, and logistics personnel involved in the transportation of vegetable oil cargoes. This course aims to equip participants with the essential knowledge and skills required for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible handling of vegetable oil cargoes aboard tanker vessels.

Marine pneumatic systems are vital in the merchant navy for various shipboard operations. They rely on compressed air to power equipment and control systems. Understanding their basics, maintenance, and safety practices is essential for ensuring efficient and safe maritime operations.