Course description
The Maritime Sustainability Management course is a focused program designed for maritime professionals. This course offers a deep dive into environmental management in the marine sector, centred around the pivotal ISO 14001:2015 standard. Ideal for those in shipping, ports, and coastal management, it addresses unique environmental challenges and equips you with practical and theoretical tools for effective sustainability practices.
You'll learn to systematically manage environmental responsibilities, aligning with global sustainability goals and enhancing organisational performance. The course emphasises the importance of environmental management systems and offers strategies for managing maritime environmental crises and protecting valuable assets.
Join us at the London Maritime Academy and be part of an elite group committed to advancing maritime sustainability. This course is your gateway to making a meaningful impact in the marine sector.
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Outcome / Qualification etc.
Upon completing the Maritime Sustainability Management course, participants will gain a rich understanding of several key areas:
- Integrated Environmental Management Understanding: Comprehensive insight into how various elements like management responsibility, organisational context, environmental policy, and planning integrate within an environmental management system.
- Mastery of ISO 14001 Terminology: A deep understanding of the terms and requirements essential for auditing ISO 14001 standards, crucial for environmental compliance in the maritime sector.
- Compliance vs. Conformance Skills: The ability to distinguish between compliance with regulations and conformance with ISO 14001, MARPOL, and OPRC conventions, ensuring adherence to legal and industry standards.
- Environmental Audit Expertise: Skills to effectively plan and conduct environmental audits, a key component in maintaining and improving environmental management systems.
- Marine Crisis Management Techniques: Knowledge in crisis management specific to marine and coastal environments, preparing participants to handle environmental emergencies effectively.
- Pollution Combat Strategies: Learn strategies to address and mitigate pollution in maritime contexts, focusing on mechanical and chemical techniques.
Training Course Content
Environmental Management Systems and ISO 14001:2004
- Introduction to Objectives, Principles, and Components of Environmental Management Systems (EMS).
- Overview of General Requirements of ISO 14001:2004.
- Tools and Techniques for Planning, Operating, and Maintaining an EMS.
- Strategies for Management Review and Continual Improvement.
- Deep dive into understanding the environmental management system.
- Comprehending ISO 14001 Requirements for Assessment/Audit Process.
- Techniques for Effective Audit Planning and Auditing.
- Hands-on Experience in Practical Auditing.
- Processes of Audit Reporting and Corrective Action.
- Fundamentals of Safety Program Administration, Records, and Statistics.
- Key Legislation in Maritime Environmental Management.
Oil & Chemical Spills Management
- Understanding Oil Spill Properties, Behavior, and Fate.
- Demonstrations of Physical Properties of Oil Spills.
- Health and Safety Considerations in Spill Management.
- Assessing Environmental Sensitivity and Impacts of Spills.
- Structuring Response Organization and Control Strategies.
- Techniques in Auditing Preparedness for Oil and Chemical Spills.
Mechanical Combating in Ports
- Comprehensive Overview of Oil Containment Booms.
- Analysis of Failures of Containment Booms.
- Selecting and Deploying the Right Boom.
- Recovery and Configurations of Oil Containment Booms.
- Introduction to Oil Skimmers and Their Operation.
- Strategies for Storage and Transportation of Recovered Oil.
- Equipment Storage and Maintenance Demonstrations.
Chemical Combating Strategies
- Effective Use of Dispersants in Spill Response.
- Implementation of Absorbing Materials in Spill Management.
- Practical Exercise on Use of Absorbing Materials.
- Essentials of Waste Management and Recycling in Ports.
- Procedures for Port Storage and Disposal.
Coastal and Port Area Management
- Techniques for Shoreline Clean-up.
- Best Practices in Cleaning, Maintenance, and Storage of Equipment.
- Oil Sampling, Cost Recovery, and Documentation.
- Addressing Wildlife Casualties and Management of Biological Assets.
- Case Study Analysis in Port (Anchorage and Terminal).
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London Maritime Academy provides a wide range of maritime training courses tailored to the global industry. Located in London and known for international standards, we offer diverse Classroom and Online courses taught by highly experienced experts in the maritime sector....