ELM Marine Environmental Awareness

The e-learning module is designed for theoretical training of seafarers in accordance with STCW Convention in the part concerning prevention of pollution of the marine environment.

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Purpose

The e-learning module is designed for theoretical training of seafarers in accordance with STCW Convention in the part concerning prevention of pollution of the marine environment.


What is an e-learning module?

E-learning module is the electronic textbook on one or more sections. Theoretical materials can be accompanied by drawings, diagrams, photos, animations and videos. There is a test for assessment of knowledge gained at the end of each section.


Contents:

  • Introduction. Sustainable shipping and the marine environment
  • Environmental challenges. Environmental impact of discharges to the sea, oil, chemicals, sewage and solid waste.
  • Enviromental challenges. Emissions to air, greenhouse gases. Other emissions to air. Introduction of invasive species including ballast water. Other impact on the marine environment; noise, antifouling, ship recycling.



Regulations

Table A-II/1 STCW Code
Competence: Ensure compliance with pollution prevention requirements

Table A-II/2 STCW Code
Competence: Monitor and control compliance with legislative requirements and measures to ensure safety of life at sea and the protection of the marine environment

Table A-II/3 STCW Code
Competence: Ensure compliance with pollution prevention requirements

Table A-II/5 STCW Code
Competence: Apply precautions and contribute to the prevention of pollution of the marine environment

Table A-III/1 STCW Code
Competence: Ensure compliance with pollution prevention requirements

Table A-III/2 STCW Code
Competence: Monitor and control compliance with legislative requirements and measures to ensure safety of life at sea and the protection of the marine environment

Table A-III/5 STCW Code
Competence: Apply precautions and contribute to the prevention of pollution of the marine environment

Table A-III/6 STCW Code
Competence: Ensure compliance with pollution prevention requirements

Table A-III/7 STCW Code
Competence: MApply precautions and contribute to the prevention of pollution of the marine environment

IMO Model course 1.38 Marine environmental awareness