Regulatory basis
- ISM Code paragraph 4
- MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.6 — Guidance on the qualifications, training and experience necessary for undertaking the role of the DPA
ISM / ISPS / MLC & Auditor
Designated Person Ashore (DPA)
Training to fulfil the role of Designated Person Ashore (DPA) under the ISM Code — providing the link between the company and those on board, with direct access to the highest level of management.
Target audience
- Persons designated by the company as DPA
Prerequisites
- Seagoing experience and/or SMS background per MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.6
Discharge DPA duties under the ISM Code
Monitor safety and pollution-prevention aspects of operations
Coordinate internal audits and management reviews
Course content
Modules & topics
Indicative module breakdown — actual delivery is adapted to the audience and operational context.
01
ISM Code & DPA role
- Functional requirements
- Authority & access
02
SMS implementation
- Documentation
- Reporting
- Non-conformities
03
Audits & reviews
- Internal audit programme
- Management review
04
Incident management
- Investigation
- Lessons learned
Assessment
Written examination and case-study assessment.
Certification
DPA training certificate.
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