COURSE DESCRIPTION

This 24-hour course on Basic Port Operations provides an overview of the nature and concepts of a seaport as an essential component of the total transport chain. It describes major activities involved in port operations and the basic requirements necessary to be efficiently functional

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

During the training, the participants will be able to: 

1. Explain the importance of the port, its role and function in the maritime transport and economic trade, as well as the port facilities where the port activities take place. 
2. Discuss the port services rendered to vessels, cargoes, and passengers. 
3. Determine the tariff and port charges collected in the ports; and 
4. Observe general safety rules and regulations in ports. 

MODULES

MODULE 1: Introduction to Port Operations

MODULE 2. Services Rendered to Vessels

MODULE 3. Services Rendered to Cargoes

MODULE 4. Services Rendered to Passengers 

MODULE 5. Port Changes & Tariff 

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This 3-day course aims to acquaint the safety officers on the pertinent national and international regulations in the port. Various topics or subjects about port safety as well as regulations on ensuring health and well-being of port workers are tackled in the course.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

During the training, the participants will be able to: 

1. Review the salient national and international regulations to efficiently and effectively reduce incidents or accidents in the port; and
2. Explain the current regulations stipulated by the PPA Orange Book pertaining to the safety and health of the port workers.

MODULES

MODULE 1. Introduction to Safety, and Health Regulations in Port 

MODULE 2. National and International Regulations/Standards 

MODULE 3. The PPA Orange Book (Volume I) 

MODULE 4. Emergency Preparedness and Response Procedures 

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This 24-hour course provides general knowledge on the classes, handling, transporting, and storage of dangerous goods in accordance with the IMDG code and other relevant international and local regulations. 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

During the training, the participants will be able to: 

1. Explain the classes and characteristics of dangerous goods, 
2. Identify proper packaging, marking, and labeling requirements of dangerous goods according to IMDG Code; and 
3. Explain the procedures in responding to emergency incidents. 

MODULES

MODULE 1.  Introduction: International and Local Legislations 

MODULE 2. The International Maritime Dangerous (IMDG) Code 

MODULE 3. Classification of Dangerous Goods 

MODULE 4. Testing Packaging and Marking 

MODULE 5. Handling and Transportation Requirement 

MODULE 6. Storage, Stowage, and Segregation Requirements 

MODULE 7. Emergency Response 

COURSE DESCRIPTION

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

During the training, the participants will be able to: 

1. Identify at least 5 hazards that are encountered in cargo handling operations to prevent accidents. 
2. Apply appropriate storage methods and procedure for a particular cargo to maximize available space and prevent damage to the cargoes. 
3. Demonstrate safe and systematic approach when working at heights and in confined spaces. 

MODULES

MODULE 1.  Introduction to Safe Handling of Cargoes

MODULE 2.  Handling Cargoes Manually 

MODULE 3. Cargo Stuffing/ Unstuffing

MODULE 4. Cargo Stacking

MODULE 5. Cargo Stowage

MODULE 6. Working in Confined Spaces

MODULE 7. Working at Height

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This thirty-two-hour training on Cargo Rigging and Slinging focuses mainly on the proper selection, maintenance, and demonstration of the best practices in the use of common stevedoring loose gears.  It demonstrates basic inspection techniques, hitch configurations and load–handling safety practices. It covers core competencies such as installing and inspecting rigging gears and assisting crane operator in moving the load. This course also discusses existing regulatory and organizational requirements for occupational health and safety geared towards work performance productivity. 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

During the training sessions, the trainees should be able to: 

1. Understand the nature of their work and their working environment. 
2. Identify the dangers of working in the port terminals and protect themselves from the hazards and risks that go with it. 
3. Identify and describe the use of slings and common rigging hardware. 
4. Describe basic inspection techniques and rejection criteria used for slings and rigging hardware. 
5. Discuss lifting operation, along with the selection, provision, and use of suitable rigging equipment. 
6. Demonstrate proper use of hand signals and radio communication devices. 

MODULES

MODULE 1. Cargo Rigging and Slinging Operations and the Work Environment 

MODULE 2. The Hazards and Risks in Cargo Rigging  

MODULE 3. Cargo Rigging Materials and Their Uses  

MODULE 4. Preventive Maintenance for Lifting Equipment and Rigging Gears 

MODULE 5. General Lifting Procedures  

MODULE 6. Assisting the Crane Operator 

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This 24-hour training focuses on the cargo checking procedures and provides the participants with a venue for learning the proper identification and verification of the goods received or shipped, and the accurate documentation of necessary information to account for, monitor, and report the movement of cargoes. 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

During the training, the participants will be able to: 

1. Describe the flow of inbound and outbound cargoes and the corresponding documents used in cargo checking; 
2. Identify the methods of tallying cargo; and 
3. Assess cargo weight and volume to determine space allocation and handling cost.  

MODULES

MODULE 1. Introduction To Cargo Checking 

MODULE 2.  Cargo monitoring and Documentation 

MODULE 3.  Cargo Receipt and Delivery 

MODULE 4. Measurement and Calculation 

MODULE 5.  Procedures for Claims of Cargo Damage and Loss