The ICS is pleased to announce the launch of a new e-learning course, Helicopter Operation Procedures for Ships: Essentials.
About the ICS Academy Helicopter Operation Procedures for Ships: Essentials e-learning course

The Helicopter Operation Procedures for Ships: Essentials presents four key lessons that crews need to know to conduct a safe and efficient helicopter operation:

· Considerations before operations

· Preparing for arrival

· Communicating before arrival

· Communicating during operations

Extracted from the original, nine module course, this bundled learning package is based on the best-selling Guide to Helicopter/Ship Operations, which is the industry standard best practice guide for shipping companies, ships’ crew and helicopter operators. The ICS Helicopter Operation Procedures for Ships: Essentials course complements the ICS Guide to Helicopter/Ship Operations publication and provides crews with the latest guidance on standardised procedures and encourages safe and efficient performance in the field.

The course reflects the most up-to-date advice from industry experts in both the maritime and aviation sectors.

Version 1.0 of this course is current.

For more information about the e-learning course, including full contents list and learning objectives, visit https://www.ics-shipping.org/academy/e-learning/helicopter-operation-procedures-for-ships-essentials

About the ICS Academy

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) Academy provides on-the-go access to practical e-learning to help shipping companies ensure best practices and regulatory compliance on board. Developed by seafarers, for seafarers, and drawing on the collective experience of more than 80% of the world’s shipping fleet, ICS Academy courses complement ICS Publications, giving crew access to on board procedures and training that work together seamlessly.

Globally applicable to all ship types, and regularly updated to meet the changing needs of the shipping industry, our e-learning also provides a time-efficient learning experience and flexibility for crew to study at their own pace. Interactive content enables seafarers to apply practical guidance to real-life scenarios on board, and the latest learning techniques are used to help learners retain knowledge.

Our user-friendly learning management system makes it easy for training managers to monitor learners’ progress, and for seafarers to complete e-learning, all within the ICS Academy. Certificates are issued for every course a learner completes and are accessible at any time on our learning management system.

To learn more about the new ICS Academy e-learning course via the ICS Academy website at www.ics-shipping.org/academy.

Volume discounts

Members can benefit from volume discounts when purchasing the ICS Academy Helicopter Operation Procedures for Ships: Essentials e-learning course.

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Please contact Mariah Abshire, Assistant Editor at mariah.abshire@ics-shipping.org for any further information.