Regulatory basis
- ISM Code
- ILO Code of Practice — Accident prevention on board ship at sea and in port
- Flag-state safety officer regulations
Safety, Security & Environment
Shipboard Safety Officer
Roles, duties, and competencies of the designated Shipboard Safety Officer under the ISM Code and flag-state requirements — risk assessment, safety meetings, and accident investigation.
Target audience
- Officers designated as Shipboard Safety Officer
Prerequisites
- Officer-level certification
Learning objectives
What you'll be able to do
Conduct risk assessments on board
Run effective safety meetings and drills
Investigate accidents and near-misses
Course content
Modules & topics
Indicative module breakdown — actual delivery is adapted to the audience and operational context.
01
Role & framework
- ISM linkage
- Authority
- Records
02
Risk assessment
- Hazard ID
- Controls
- Permit-to-work
03
Investigation
- Root cause
- Reporting
- Lessons learned
Assessment
Written test and case study.
Certification
Shipboard Safety Officer training certificate.
References & further reading
Authoritative sources
This course aligns with international maritime conventions and IMO Model Courses. Use these references for detailed regulatory text.
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