Designated Person Ashore (DPA)

Course Content

Course Duration

1 Day

Course Objectives

• Shipboard operations
• The history, requirements and implications of the ISM Code 2014 and changes
• Interpretation of the ISM Code and other mandatory rules and regulations
• The basis and need for safety management systems and managing all identified risks
• Role, responsibilities and authority of the DPA
• The importance of effective communication with shipboard personnel and top management
• Ensuring timely and effective assessments and audits to identify non-conformances
• Accident, incident, hazardous occurrence and near miss analysis, reporting and corrective action
• Safety management system certification requirements (DOC and SMC)