Regulatory basis
- SOLAS Chapter IX
- ISM Code (resolution A.741(18) as amended)
Conventions & Maritime Law
International Safety Management Code Familiarization
Familiarization with the International Safety Management (ISM) Code — the structure of a Safety Management System (SMS) and shipboard implementation.
Target audience
- All seafarers, junior shore staff, new DPAs
Prerequisites
- None
Describe the 16 elements of the ISM Code
Navigate a typical SMS
Identify roles of the company, Master, and DPA
Course content
Modules & topics
Indicative module breakdown — actual delivery is adapted to the audience and operational context.
01
Background & objectives
- Herald of Free Enterprise
- Code purpose
02
SMS elements
- Policy, responsibilities, master's authority
- Resources & personnel
03
Operations
- Procedures
- Emergency preparedness
- Reports & analysis
- Audits
Assessment
Written test.
Certification
Course completion certificate.
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