Training
Safe Crew. Safe Yacht. Safe Guests.
While classroom learning sets the foundation, everything truly comes together when you step onboard. Onshore education can lack the exact equipment and procedures you will require when on the vessel.
Tried and tested since 2010, our training goes beyond just improving procedures. Our aim is to transform your crew into a highly skilled and cohesive unit, ready to tackle emergencies with exceptional expertise and professionalism.
We will ensure every crew member knows their role and understands the 'why' behind their actions, demonstrating their competency. This provides guests and owners with a heightened sense of safety and confidence in their surroundings.
Additionally, Captains will discover that there is no need for micro-management. Instead, they can focus on strategic decisions, informed by the valuable information provided by the empowered crew and On Scene Commander. It is a game changer for maritime excellence.
Da Gama Maritime were the first company to bring Continuing Professional Development (CPD) accredited onboard crew training to the industry.
Onboard Firefighting
Designed for both newly built and operational vessels, this comprehensive training and assessment program ensures all crew members are fully prepared to perform their primary and secondary roles during a fire emergency. Conducted
using the vessel’s own firefighting equipment while refining on-board procedures, the course provides practical, vessel specific instruction. The training is accredited by the Nautical Institute for CPD.
Lithium-ion Battery Safety
We've expanded our portfolio to include Lithium-ion Battery Safety. Our online training programme identifies the different types of li-ion batteries, their construction and potential hazards. You'll learn how to maintain these and understand the unique characteristics of battery fires. No matter which member of crew you are, this training will equip you with the necessary expertise to handle this type of battery safely and efficiently.
By opting for the online training, you can conveniently bring in crew who are on rotational leave tojoin in via Teams, Skype or Zoom.
As part of our comprehensive service, our experienced trainers will conduct a detailed assessment of your vessel’s firefighting equipment and systems. This includes identifying any deficiencies, outdated components, or missing items and highlighting areas of non-compliance. A full report will be provided along with recommendations to ensure your vessel meets current safety standards and regulatory requirements.
If you work onboard a passenger ship and your muster list duties require you to assist passengers in emergency stations prior to being assigned any shipboard duties, you must complete training in Crowd Management. Our training is conducted onboard and is therefore ship specific while being recognised for Continuing Professional Development via the Nautical Institute. There is a requirement to refresh this training every five years.
Crowd Management
The course covers key areas including:
- Ability to assist passengers on route to muster and embarkation stations.
- Awareness of life saving appliances and control plans.
- Knowledge of how to carry out mustering procedures.
Navigation and ECDIS Risk Assessments
While no longer a requirement to submit a formal risk assessment to the Flag State for a vessel to navigate primarily on an Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS), MGN 285 strongly recommends a risk assessment is conducted and held onboard when vessels are using electronic charts as the primary means of navigation.
As experienced mariners with years of development of procedures and operating of ECDIS we have created a tailored package which includes:
- Generate a bespoke ECDIS risk assessment.
- Development and implementation of bridge procedures.
- Coordinate ISM manual updates with the management company regarding ECDIS.
- Work with the Captain to review and recommend amendments to the Standing Orders.
Get in Touch
Phone:
+44 (0) 1243 511084
Email:
info@dgmaritime.com
Address:
Unit A3, Chichester Marina, Birdham, West Sussex,
PO20 7EJ, United Kingdom