ISM Designated Person Ashore (DPA) Training Course

The Designated Person Ashore (DPA) course meets IMO MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.6 requirements, ensuring participants are fully qualified to undertake the role of Designated Person Ashore (DPA) under the ISM Code. It covers safety management, risk assessment, legal responsibilities, and the human factor, equipping participants with the skills to implement and maintain a company’s Safety Management System (SMS).

Description

The Designated Person Ashore (DPA) course meets the requirements of IMO MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.6, ensuring participants receive the necessary qualification, training, and experience to undertake the role of Designated Person Ashore (DPA) under the ISM Code.

The DPA plays a crucial role in implementing and maintaining a company’s Safety Management System (SMS), overseeing safety and pollution prevention measures. To comply with the ISM Code, shipping companies must provide evidence of sufficient DPA training.

Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the ISM Code, risk management, incident investigation, and legal responsibilities. The course also emphasises the human factor, effective communication, and modern management principles. Practical activities and a final assessment ensure competency in fulfilling DPA duties.

Who is it For?

For DPA's, Superintendents, and Deck/Engine officers preparing for the next step in their careers.

Delivery

Online, or in a classroom, for 2 days.

Get in touch if you need this delivered on site, or wish to request a date.

Content

• Introduction & Objectives

  • International Safety Management (ISM) Code Overview
  • Background, Purpose & Amendments to the ISM Code

• Management Systems in Shipping & Company Requirements

  • Principles of Modern Management Systems
  • Understanding Operations of a Shipping Company

• The Role & Responsibilities of the Designated Person Ashore (DPA)

  • DPA Requirements & Responsibilities
  • Legal Issues & Self-Preservation
  • Issues for the DPA Role Holder

• Implementation & Maintenance of the Safety Management System (SMS)

  • Handling Mandatory Rules & Regulations
  • Technical & Operational Aspects of Safety Management
  • Ensuring Effective Communication with Shipboard & Shore-Based Staff

• Mandatory Regulations, Codes, Guidelines & Standards

  • The External View of the ISM Code
  • Audit Requirements & Certification under ISM

• Risk Assessment & Incident Prevention

  • Risk-Based Decision Making
  • Management of Change
  • Human Factors in ISM

• Accident Investigation & Reporting

  • Reporting, Analysis & Actions
  • Performance Management & Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Stakeholders in Shipboard Operations & Marine Insurance

  • Requirements for Marine-Related Management System Audits
  • Effective Communication & the Role of the DPA in the 21st Century

Certification Details

Certificate of trainging as Designated Person Ashore to the requirements of IMO MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.6