UNDERSTANDING SOLAS
Live virtual classroom
The SOLAS Convention is the most important of all the international conventions concerning the safety of merchant ships. The main objective of this Convention is to specify minimum standards for the construction, equipment and operation of ships. The first version of SOLAS was adopted in 1914 in response to the Titanic disaster.
The course will be of benefit to anyone involved in either the construction or the operation of ships.
Aim:
This course presents the background, the content and the goals of the Convention in detail. After looking briefly at the development of the Convention, it introduces the general obligations such as the survey, inspection and certification of various types of ships as well as provisions for port State control and casualty investigation.
The participants are familiarized with each chapter of SOLAS with special focus given to construction (subdivision and stability), fire protection, life-saving appliances, radio communications, navigation, carriage of dangerous goods, management of safe operation of ships and maritime security.
Objectives:
Participants will gain thorough knowledge of the SOLAS Convention and the mandatory Codes. The course will therefore be of benefit to anyone involved in either the construction or the operation of ships.
Focus Points:
- Background and development of the Convention
- Amendment procedure
- General provisions (Chapter I)
- Technical provisions (Chapters II- XII)
Who should attend:
Shipping Companies: Management: Techn. Director (CTO)
Inspection: Superintendent, Fleet Manager, Chief Operating Officer, CSO, Assistance
Quality / ISM: Quality Manager, Designated Person, Assistance
On Board Personnel: Nautical Officers, Engineers
Yard: Management: Techn. Director (CTO)
Design: Design Manager, Engineers (Naval Architects)
Production: Production Manager, Engineers Quality: Quality Manager
Supplier (M&C): Management: Techn. Director (CTO) Engineers: Engineers
Quality: Quality Manager
Entry requirements:
Basic knowledge of shipping
Duration:
8 hours (10:00 – 14:00)/DAY
Language:
Lecture & Material in English
| Date: | 6-7 October 2022 |
| Location: | Live Virtual Classroom (link to be provided) |
| Time Schedule: | 10:00hrs – 14:00hrs |
| Trainer: | Capt. Reuben Lanfranco, Maritime Academy Trainer |
| Course Fee: | EURO 420/delegate (plus VAT) |
| Enrolment Deadline: | September 28th |
Important information for successful course completion:
- This course will be conducted online, therefore an internet connection is required.
- Participants are required to communicate and interact verbally, visually and in written form throughout the training course since the interaction between the trainer and participants is important for successful course completion.
- A connected camera, microphone, or audio headset during the course always enhances the quality of training.
To enroll in this course visit our DNV GL External – Browse Catalogue.
Should you require any further information or clarification, please do not hesitate to contact us.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Best Regards,
Vassilia Dimitrakou Senior Academy Advisor
Deputy Regional Maritime Academies Manager Maritime Service Centre
DNV HELLAS Single Member S.A.
vassilia.dimitrakou@dnv.com
Landline +30 210 4100200
