Bridge Resource Management

PURPOSE
Human factors account for
approximately 80% of accidents at
sea.
This course's principal aim is to
reduce the risk of accidents at sea
with focus on casualty prevention
and human error.
CONTENT
You will be trained in the theoretical
aspects of human behaviour
centred around human factors.
Further emphasis of this theory will
be through the practical use of
state of the art bridge simulation.
Human Factors covered are:
Complacency
Assertiveness
Communication
Situational awareness
Teamwork and leadership
Planning

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Responsibilities
Stress coping
Resource management
The programme follows the
International Maritime Organisation
IMOs driven STCW 2010 Manila
amendments.
OBJECTIVES
To reduce the risk of accidents
in the fleet, focusing on casualty
prevention.
Through case studies and
theory, make the officers aware
of the human factors.
To train the officers in
cooperation and the coordination
of tasks and in the deployment
of resources in stressed and
aggravated situations.
To create awareness about the
different areas of responsibility
and working situations with
regard to deck and engine.

To illustrate the possibilities in

dual concept.

To use the simulators to train

and observe and ensure that the

officers keep a high standard of
competence within the BRM
principles.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Officers in charge of navigational
watch as per STCW code Section AII/1 or above.
DURATION
5 Days
PARTICIPANTS
Maximum of 8
LANGUAGE
The course will be conducted in
English.

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