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The science of human performance studies how people interact with their work environment to complete tasks efficiently and effectively. This field of research aims to understand the factors that influence employee productivity so businesses can create optimal work conditions and improve worker productivity.

This course aims to respond to the needs highlighted by the Hong Kong Convention of 15/05/2009; by Regulation (EU) no. 1257 of 11/20/2013 (amended by ‘Regulation (EU) 2024/1157’); by the Decree of the MIT of 27/05/2019; from the IHM Guidelines, resolution MEPC.269 (68) of 15 May 2015.

This incident is based on the experiences of the UK P&I Club. Accidents like the one in this course can and do happen. As you go through this course, ask yourself, "Could this happen on my ship?"

In this course, we will talk about the deadly dozen. The deadly dozen refers to twelve common conditions that can act as precursors to human error; leading to incidents. These conditions can influence people to make unintentional mistakes.

How should we communicate to avoid or at least reduce misunderstandings? Develop your skills in giving and receiving verbal instructions. Familiarise yourself with Maritime English and Standard Marine Communication Phrases (SMCP).

The Oil Companies International Maritime Forum's Tanker Management and Self Assessment (TMSA) program is a vital component of ISM compliance for tanker vessels, despite being a voluntary undertaking.

Successful negotiation involves talking about getting something done. A skilled negotiator employs smart skills and strategies to close an agreement without relying on force.

'Cybersecurity in Maritime Operations: Strategies, Regulations, and Risk Management' is a comprehensive course that covers critical aspects of maritime cybersecurity, from understanding key concepts and threats to the practical implementation of cyber risk management strategies.

Do you know how many different chemicals are used in the engine room of the ships? There are various chemicals supplied to be used on ships. Being useful, the majority of these chemicals onboard have hazards!

The safety committee meetings from the master’s perspective need to be managed in line with both the Company (SMS) and mandatory regulations. In addition, they are used to encourage positive interdepartmental cooperation and reinforce the fact that all crew members must take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others on board who may be affected by their acts or omissions. In many companies, it is commonplace that any ship security issues are discussed at this meeting and if so the ship security officer should be present.

How fast can you get into an immersion suit? Knowing how to properly and quickly don a suit dramatically increases your chance of survival. You are seven times more likely to survive an emergency at sea if you are wearing an immersion suit.

This course teaches you the dangers of hypothermia and how to properly don, store, maintain & inspect immersion suits. See a visual demonstration for donning a suit and helpful tips when running drills.

This course is a free introduction to the key concepts of celestial navigation for mariners. It is divided into three courses, Getting Started in Celestial Navigation, Going Further in Celestial Navigation and Advanced Concepts in Celestial Navigation. It is highly recommended to take these courses in this order.