Objectives

To qualify participants as internal auditors (ISM, ISPS) enabling them to prepare and conduct internal audits/verifications within their shipping companies in accordance with accepted auditing principles.

Entrance regulations

Good knowledge of ISM Code, ISPS Code

Who should attend:

Shipping Companies: Designated Persons (ashore), Company Security Officers, Quality Managers, Superintendents, Nautical Officers, Engineers

Over View

With the introduction of the ISM and the ISPS Code, the requirements to audit safety and security systems within companies and onboard ships brought the subject of competence of internal auditors to the fore.

You will learn about the requirements related to the performance of the internal audits and verifications in an integrated system. In addition, you will improve your communication skills which will strengthen your performance as an auditor.

The course focuses on:

  • ISM/ISPS audit and verification requirements
  • Common features and differences
  • Techniques that contribute to the success of communication processes within audits
  • Principles and best practices of harmonized audits and verifications