CODE OF SAFE WORKING PRACTICE

This course provides comprehensive training on the Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seafarers (COSWP), a key document outlining safety procedures and best practices on board vessels. It is designed for all seafarers and relevant shoreside personnel to cultivate a proactive safety culture and prevent accidents. The program focuses on understanding the principles of hazard identification and risk assessment, and applying safe working procedures for a wide range of shipboard tasks, including working aloft, hot work, entry into enclosed spaces, and manual handling. Participants will learn to use personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly and contribute to a safe and healthy working environment.

• Understand the purpose and structure of the Code of Safe Working Practices.
• Apply the principles of risk assessment and management to shipboard tasks.
• Follow safe working procedures for common maritime operations, such as rigging, lifting, and mooring.
• Identify and manage specific hazards like those associated with enclosed spaces and electrical work.
• Contribute to a strong safety culture on board by reporting hazards and participating in safety drills.

COSWP, SOLAS Chapter II-1, SOLAS Chapter III, MLC 2006 (Regulation 4.3), ISM Code, STCW Convention, ILO Convention 152, ILO Convention 155.