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Advanced Professional Certificate in Maritime Safety, ISM/ISPS Compliance & Marine HSE
The Advanced Professional Certificate in Maritime Safety, ISM/ISPS Compliance & Marine HSE
equips ship and shore-based professionals to operate safely, comply with international codes, and
embed a proactive HSE culture across fleets and port facilities.
Course Overview
The Advanced Professional Certificate in Maritime Safety, ISM/ISPS Compliance & Marine HSE
equips ship and shore-based professionals to operate safely, comply with international codes, and
embed a proactive HSE culture across fleets and port facilities.
The programme blends ISM Code safety management, ISPS Code ship/port facility security,
SOLAS/MARPOL essentials, risk assessment & incident management, and audit readiness—for
robust, verifiable compliance and safer operations.
Why This Course is Important?
- Regulatory imperative: Flag, port state control, class, charterers, and insurers expect demonstrable ISM/ISPS compliance.
- Risk reduction: Strong safety/security management prevents casualties, pollution, delays, and sanctions.
- Commercial impact: Well-run SMS and security plans improve reliability, SIRE/PSC performance, and stakeholder confidence.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:
- Implement and maintain an SMS that meets ISM Code requirements.
- Operate Ship Security Plans (SSP) and Port Facility Security Plans (PFSP) under the ISPS Code.
- Apply SOLAS/MARPOL safety & environmental controls to daily operations and drills.
- Conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
- Prepare for internal/external audits and Port State Control inspections.
- Lead HSE initiatives that strengthen reporting, learning, and continual improvement.
Target Audience
- Company/Designated Persons Ashore (DPA), HSEQ Managers
- Masters, Chief Officers/Engineers, Safety/Security Officers (SSO/CSO/PFSO)
- Port/Terminal HSE & Security Managers, Marine Superintendents
- Shipping Agency, Operations, and Compliance personnel
Entry Requirements
- Experience in ship/port operations, marine HSE, or compliance recommended.
- Proficiency in English (IELTS 5.5 or equivalent suggested).
Programme Structure & Modules
- IMO framework; Flag, Class, PSC interfaces
- ISM Code principles; responsibilities of Company, Master, DPA
- ISPS Code structure; SSO/CSO/PFSO roles and coordination
- SMS documentation: policies, procedures, contingency plans
- Risk assessment (HAZID/JSA), permits to work, change management
- Drills, training, records, KPIs; non-conformity and corrective action
- Security assessments, SSP/PFSP development and approval
- Security levels, access control, declaration of security (DoS)
- Screening, stowaway/contraband prevention, cyber considerations
- Life-saving appliances, fire protection, safe navigation & cargo ops
- MARPOL Annexes overview; bunkering and spill prevention
- Toolbox talks, PPE, confined spaces, enclosed-space entry
- Emergency preparedness (ship/shore) and communications
- Incident/near-miss reporting, root cause analysis, learning
- Internal audit planning, external audit/PSC readiness, evidence packs
Awarding Body
Whitestone International College of Innovation
United Kingdom
Qualification Type
Advanced Professional Certificate
(Industry-aligned, regulated qualification issued by Whitestone International College of Innovation, UK)
Delivery Mode
Classroom – London (UK) / Dubai (UAE) campuses
Live Online – Instructor-led virtual sessions
Blended Learning –Pre-study resources + workshops + project simulation
Duration
5 days (intensive) or 3 weeks (part-time blended)
CPD Hours: 35 hours
- Assessment: Compliance & HSE assurance pack + knowledge test
- Certification: Successful participants are awarded the Advanced Professional Certificate in Maritime Safety, ISM/ISPS Compliance & Marine HSE.
- UK-issued advanced certificate recognised internationally
- Toolkits: SMS procedure templates, risk/JSA forms, SSP/PFSP drill checklist, PSC audit pack, incident investigation forms
- Immediate uplift in safety/security performance and audit outcomes
- Enhanced employability with owners, managers, terminals, and agencies
Aligned with ISM Code, ISPS Code, SOLAS, MARPOL, ISO 45001 (OHSMS), ISO 14001 (EMS), and port/marine HSE best practices.
Programme Fees
Clear Fee Structure With No Hidden Costs
£
545
Per Course
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Industry-focused programmes with global standards.
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Practical skills for real-world success.
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Academic excellence with career-ready outcomes.
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