ISM Code, Internal Auditor     (SFT002)

ABS Academy


ISM Code, Internal Auditor

Updated

Course Objectives and Benefits

The ISM Code requires a company to conduct internal audits of its safety management system by qualified personnel. Personnel qualifications and training records are verified by the flag Administration and/or Recognized Organization during certification and audits. This course is intended to provide participants with an understanding of the techniques and personal attributes required to perform an internal audit. The requirements of the ISM Code are reviewed with the intent of verifying the company’s conformity with the requirements. The audit techniques presented during the course contribute to continual improvement and system integrity. This course contains interactive case studies to enhance understanding.

Course Highlights

  • Evolution of the ISM Code
  • Defining safety fundamentals
  • Requirements of the ISM Code, Parts A and B
  • Awareness of current industry standards
  • Types of audits and basic steps in the development of an internal audit program
  • Phases of an internal audit:
    • Planning the audit
    • Conducting the audit

    • Reporting the audit

    • Audit follow-up and verification

  • Identifying the ‘Qualified Auditor’

  • Audit techniques including effective communication during audit investigations

  • Case studies

     

     

Who Should Attend

Ship and shore-based staff who require an understanding of the ISM Code for auditing purposes.  This course meets the requirements of the Royal Institution of Naval Architects and the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology for continuous Professional Development.   This course meets the requirements of the Royal Institution of Naval Architects and the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology for continuous Professional Development.

dpa
DPA Elements
1,3,4,8
ABS Academy

ISM Code, Internal Auditor

(SFT002)

Updated

Elements
1,3,4,8
dpa

Course Objectives and Benefits

The ISM Code requires a company to conduct internal audits of its safety management system by qualified personnel. Personnel qualifications and training records are verified by the flag Administration and/or Recognized Organization during certification and audits. This course is intended to provide participants with an understanding of the techniques and personal attributes required to perform an internal audit. The requirements of the ISM Code are reviewed with the intent of verifying the company’s conformity with the requirements. The audit techniques presented during the course contribute to continual improvement and system integrity. This course contains interactive case studies to enhance understanding.

Course Description

  • Evolution of the ISM Code
  • Defining safety fundamentals
  • Requirements of the ISM Code, Parts A and B
  • Awareness of current industry standards
  • Types of audits and basic steps in the development of an internal audit program
  • Phases of an internal audit:
    • Planning the audit
    • Conducting the audit

    • Reporting the audit

    • Audit follow-up and verification

  • Identifying the ‘Qualified Auditor’

  • Audit techniques including effective communication during audit investigations

  • Case studies

     

     

Who Should Attend

Ship and shore-based staff who require an understanding of the ISM Code for auditing purposes.  This course meets the requirements of the Royal Institution of Naval Architects and the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology for continuous Professional Development.   This course meets the requirements of the Royal Institution of Naval Architects and the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology for continuous Professional Development.

Course Schedule

Location Dates Cost Email Phone
ABS Plaza - room 723
Houston, USA
05-Oct-10 - 07-Oct-10
Timing:
TBD
1,599 USD dbrown@absconsulting.com   281 673 2921
Singapore 11-Oct-10 - 13-Oct-10
Timing:
TBD
1,950 SGD SingaporeAcademy@eagle.org 65-6276-9784
ABS Plaza - room 723
Houston, USA
07-Dec-10 - 09-Dec-10
Timing:
TBD
1,599 USD dbrown@absconsulting.com   281 673 2921
To request this course be scheduled at another date/location, please contact ABS Academy at Tel: 1-281-877-6852 or Email: USAAcademy@eagle.org for more information.

TMSA = Tanker Management and Self-Assessment
DPA = Designated Person Ashore
TOTS = Tanker Officer Training Standards
Where these symbols appear the course is considered to contribute to continuous professional development for elements of the appropriate requirement.


ABS Academy USA

ABS Academy USA
ABS Plaza
16855 Northchase Drive
Houston, TX 77060
USA

Tel: 1-281-877-6852
Email: >USAAcademy@eagle.org

Directions:

From Downtown Houston to ABS Plaza

  • From Downtown, merge onto I-45 North for approximately 13 miles
  • Take Exit 60B toward Beltway 8 frontage road
  • Stay on I-45 frontage road and take a slight right onto Beltway 8 frontage road
  • Turn left onto Greenspoint Dr.
  • Turn right onto Benmar
  • Turn left onto Northchase Dr. and take a left at the ABS sign.
  • ABS Plaza, 16855 Northchase Dr., Houston, TX 77060

From George Bush Intercontinental Airport to ABS Plaza

  • From the airport terminals take John F. Kennedy Blvd. South to Beltway 8 frontage road.
  • Turn right on Beltway 8 frontage road and merge onto Beltway 8
  • Take exit I-45 North/Greenspoint Dr. and stay on frontage road
  • Turn right onto Northchase Dr.
  • Pass Benmar Dr. and take a left at the ABS sign.
  • ABS Plaza, 16855 Northchase Dr., Houston, TX 77060

Hotels:

Hilton Houston North
Tel: 1-281-875-2222

Marriott Houston North
Tel: 1-281-875-4000

AmeriSuites/Houston/Greenspoint
Tel: 281-820-6060

ABS Academy Singapore

ABS Academy Singapore
438B, Alexandra Road #06-07
Alexandra Technopark
Singapore 119968

Tel: 65-6276-9784
Fax: 65-6276-0635
Email: SingaporeAcademy@eagle.org

Directions:

From Harbourfront MRT Station/World Trade Center to ABS Singapore Academy:

  • By Taxi: About 3 minutes
  • By Bus: About 10 minutes from Telok Blangah Road opposite Seah Im Food Centre
    Bus Services: 97, 100, 166, 61, 57

From Changi International Airport to ABS Singapore Academy:

  • By Taxi: About 15 minutes

From Tanjong Pagar Railway Station - KTM to ABS Singapore Academy:

  • By Taxi: About 6 minutes
  • By Bus: About 10 minutes from Keppel Road opposite Railway Station
    Bus Services: 57, 97, 100, 97E

Hotels:

York Hotel Singapore
21 Mount Elizabeth, Singapore 228516
Tel: 65-6737-0511

Goodwood Park Hotel Singapore
22 Scotts Road , Singapore 228221
Tel: 65-6737-7411

 

Course Schedule

LocationDates CostEmailPhone 
ABS Plaza - room 723
Houston, USA
· Link to map
05-Oct-10 - 07-Oct-10
Timing: TBD
1,599 USD dbrown@absconsulting.com  281 673 2921 Register
Singapore 11-Oct-10 - 13-Oct-10
Timing: TBD
1,950 SGD SingaporeAcademy@eagle.org 65-6276-9784 Register
ABS Plaza - room 723
Houston, USA
· Link to map
07-Dec-10 - 09-Dec-10
Timing: TBD
1,599 USD dbrown@absconsulting.com  281 673 2921 Register
Request this course be scheduled at another date/location: Request