MARITIME CRISIS MANAGEMENT

This course is specifically designed for on-land personnel within a shipping company who are responsible for managing and coordinating emergency situations. It provides a comprehensive framework for shoreside crisis management, ensuring a seamless and effective link between the vessel at sea and all necessary external resources. The program focuses on shoreside roles and responsibilities during a variety of incidents, including fires, flooding, Medivac, and pollution spills. Participants will learn how to implement the company's emergency response plan, establish critical communication protocols, and coordinate with crew, port authorities, and regulatory bodies to ensure a swift and compliant resolution to any maritime emergency.

• Understand the roles and responsibilities of shoreside management during a maritime emergency.
• Master communication protocols and information flow between the vessel, company headquarters, and external authorities.
• Implement and activate the company's emergency response plan from ashore.
• Direct and coordinate external resources, such as salvage teams, medical services, and government agencies.
• Manage the regulatory reporting requirements for maritime accidents and incidents.
• Conduct post-incident reviews to identify areas for improving the company's emergency response system.

SOLAS (emergency procedures, Chapters III and VII), ISM Code (emergency preparedness, Section 8), MARPOL (pollution emergency response), ISPS Code (security crisis management), STCW (emergency duties), OPRC Convention (oil pollution preparedness), SAR Convention (search and rescue), MLC 2006 (crew welfare during emergencies), IMO Emergency Response Procedures.