MARPOL and SOLAS Requirements

Course Code: REG015

Overview:

This course provides detailed knowledge on the MARPOL and SOLAS conventions, covering their requirements for maritime safety and environmental protection. Participants will learn how to ensure compliance with these international regulations, focusing on pollution prevention, safety measures, and emergency preparedness. Through interactive sessions and practical exercises, attendees will gain the skills needed to implement and manage MARPOL and SOLAS requirements effectively.

  1. Understand the MARPOL and SOLAS conventions.
  2. Ensure compliance with pollution prevention regulations.
  3. Implement safety measures and emergency preparedness plans.
  4. Develop and maintain shipboard emergency plans.
  5. Conduct inspections and audits for MARPOL and SOLAS compliance.
  6. Identify and manage pollution risks.
  7. Enhance vessel safety and environmental performance.
  8. Prepare for port State control inspections.
  9. Document and report compliance activities.
  10. Promote a culture of safety and environmental responsibility.
  • Shipowners and operators
  • Marine superintendents
  • Environmental officers
  • Safety managers
  • Compliance officers
  • Shipyard personnel
  • Crew members responsible for safety and environmental protection

Introduction to MARPOL and SOLAS

  • Overview of the MARPOL convention
  • Overview of the SOLAS convention
  • Key requirements and amendments

Pollution Prevention Regulations (MARPOL)

  • Oil pollution prevention
  • Control of noxious liquid substances
  • Prevention of pollution by harmful substances
  • Sewage and garbage management
  • Air pollution prevention

Safety Measures and Emergency Preparedness (SOLAS)

  • Safety of navigation
  • Life-saving appliances and arrangements
  • Fire protection, detection, and extinction
  • Radiocommunications
  • Safety management and emergency procedures

Shipboard Emergency Plans

  • Developing and implementing SOPEP and SMPEP
  • Emergency response procedures
  • Drills and training for crew members

Inspections and Audits

  • Conducting MARPOL and SOLAS inspections
  • Preparing for port State control inspections
  • Addressing deficiencies and non-conformities

Managing Pollution Risks

  • Identifying and assessing pollution risks
  • Implementing risk management strategies
  • Case studies on pollution incidents

Enhancing Safety and Environmental Performance

  • Metrics for measuring performance
  • Analyzing data and trends
  • Implementing continuous improvement initiatives

Documentation and Reporting

  • Maintaining compliance records
  • Preparing reports for authorities
  • Ensuring transparency and accountability

Workshops and Case Studies

  • Practical exercises on MARPOL and SOLAS compliance
  • Real-world case studies on safety and environmental protection
  • Group discussions and activities

Conclusion

  • Recap of key concepts