Course Duration: 2 Days
Course Objectives: To enable safe Ice navigation Course of vessels through an understanding of the unique environment and ship handling in ice conditions. To understand the human factors affecting the performance of navigators operating under ice conditions.
The Ice Navigation Course at Geeta Institute of Marine Education is designed to prepare maritime professionals for the complexities of operating in polar and sub-polar regions. This comprehensive course provides essential training on ice navigation techniques, safety protocols, and environmental considerations to ensure safe and efficient operations in icy conditions.
Course Content:
- SOLAS requirements
- IMO, STCW, MARPOL & Polar Code
- Formation of ice including types of ice
- Signs of ice and ice detection
- Ice charts
- Ice classes
- Stability criteria for ice class vessels
- Requirements for ships operating in ice & winterization of vessels
- Icebreakers and assistance
- Safe working practice during ice navigation
- Effect on personnel of working in cold conditions