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Who is the course for?
This Waste Management Training course is aimed at any personnel who require an awareness of the environmental impacts associated with offshore waste and how these wastes can be managed.
Is previous experience required?
You do not require any previous experience to complete this course.
How will the course benefit me?
This course will provide you with an understanding of the types of waste generated offshore, how these wastes impact the environment and the methods that can be used to reduce and manage waste.
How will the course benefit my company?
Environmentally aware personnel can help to reduce the environmental impacts of your operations and improve environmental performance.
What standards are referenced in the course?
• The European Union (EU) Waste Framework Directive
• The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) 1973 - Annex IV
• Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Pollution by Sewage and Garbage from Ships) Regulations
• Deposits in the Sea (Exemption) Order
• Landfill Directive
• Environmental Protection (Duty of Care) Regulations
• Special/Hazardous Waste Regulations
• The Special Waste Amendment (Scotland) Regulations
• Hazardous Waste (England and Wales) Regulations
• Radioactive Substances Act
• Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations
• Waste (England and Wales) Regulations
• Waste (Scotland) Regulations
• Controlled Waste (England and Wales) Regulations
• Zero Waste (Scotland) Regulations
Is there an assessment?
Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.
• Explain the importance of reducing and managing waste in general
• Identify the different types of waste that are generated offshore
• Describe the environmental impacts associated with waste streams
• Identify the regulatory controls relating to waste
• Describe the waste hierarchy
• Explain the ways in which companies can manage and control waste to minimise environmental impact
• Describe the everyday actions that all personnel can take in order to minimise waste
Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.
• Internet Access - Users will need a computer or device with a web browser and an internet connection.
• System - Runs on desktop computers and tablets. Microsoft Windows 7, 8 and 10 and MAC OS. Apple Tablets running IOS 11.
• Browser - Runs on Edge, Chrome, Firefox and Safari, no plug-ins required
• Minimum browser size - 1024x672
• Audio – Requires speaker or headphones.
• Notes - Not suitable for smartphones
This course is CPD accredited. Established in 1996, The CPD Certification Service is the largest and leading independent CPD accreditation organisation working across all industry sectors. www.cpuk.co.uk