Gangway Operator Course

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Course overview

The Gangway Operator Course offers comprehensive training for personnel responsible for managing passenger gangways on ships and vessels. Participants learn essential skills in safety and operational procedures, including effective communication, risk assessment, and emergency response strategies.

The course emphasizes best practices for ensuring the safe boarding and disembarking of passengers, as well as the proper use of equipment and protocols to mitigate hazards.

By the end of the training, participants will be equipped to enhance the safety and efficiency of maritime operations, fostering a secure environment for all onboard.

What will I learn?

1. Introduction: Overview of the course and its objectives.
2. Wind Farm and Oil & Gas Industry Ship Types: Understanding different ship types relevant to these industries.
3. Gangway Types: Identifying various gangway designs and their applications.
4. Gangway Operator Responsibilities: Learning the key duties and roles of a gangway operator.
5. Basic Gangway Terminology: Familiarization with essential gangway-related terms.
6. Gangway Power System: Understanding the operation and components of gangway power systems.
7. Documentation and Events Prior to Operations: Proper documentation and preparation steps before starting operations.
8. Prestart, Daily, and Pre-Connection Gangway Checks: Conducting routine and pre-operation checks.
9. Safe Working Limits: Understanding operational limits to ensure safety.
10. Gangway Maintenance: Performing regular maintenance to ensure functionality and safety.
11. Emergency Procedures: Responding effectively to emergencies involving gangways.
12. Fuel and Water Transfer: Safe practices for transferring fuel and water through gangways.
13. Lifting Operations by Gangway: Conducting safe and efficient lifting operations using gangways.
14. Principles of Tension: Understanding tension management for gangway operations.
15. Lifting Equipment: Familiarization with lifting equipment associated with gangways.