Course Date:
17 -21 October 22
Registration Period:
5 Aug to 7 Oct 22
Duration:
24 hours / 3 days
Time:
8:30am to 5:30pm
Mode of Training:
Facilitated Learning (Online Synchronous) and Practical Training
Venue:
Singapore Polytechnic
Course Introduction
The use of gas, such as LNG, and other low-flashpoint fuels as ships’ fuel has increased in recent years and poses additional safety challenges.
To manage such challenges, the IMO adopted the International Code of Safety for Ships using Gases or other Low-flashpoint Fuels (IGF Code) in 2015 and added related aspects to STCW convention.
This training course allows seafarers to comply with Regulation V/3 of the STCW Convention, ‘Mandatory minimum requirements for the training and qualifications of masters, ratings and other personnel on ships subject to the IGF Code.’
Course Objective
This course allows seafarers to comply with Regulation V/3 of the STCW Convention, "Mandatory minimum requirements for the training and qualifications of masters, ratings and other personnel on ships subject to the IGF Code".
Course Outline
At the end of the course, learners will be able to:
• Contribute to the safe operation of a ship subject to the IGF Code
• Take precautions to prevent hazards on the ship subject to the IGF Code
• Apply occupational health and safety precautions and measures
• Respond to the emergencies
• Take precautions to prevent pollution of the environment from the release of the fuels found on ships subject to the IGF Code
Topics to be covered
• Contribute to the safe operation of a ship subject to the IGF Code
• Take precautions to prevent hazards on the ship subject to the IGF Code
• Apply occupational health and safety precautions and measures
• Carry out firefighting operations on a ship subject to the IGF Code
• Respond to the emergencies
• Take precautions to prevent pollution of the environment from the release of the fuels found on ships subject to the IGF Code
• Written Assessment
• LNG Simulator for pipeline layout, lining up and handling emergency scenarios
Suitable for
Shipboard Deck Officers and Marine Engineers
Any other person as nominated by the company
For all seafarers responsible for designated safety duties associated with the care, use or in emergency response to the fuel on board ships subject to the IGF code.
Minimum Entry Requirements / Assumed Skills and Knowledge
Holder of the following certificates:
1. Basic Fire Fighting Course
2. Elementary First Aid
Or any equivalent certificate
Award / Certification / Accreditation
• Certificate of Attendance (electronic Certificate will be issued)
A Certificate of Attendance will be awarded to participants who meet at least 75% attendance rate
• Certificate of Performance (electronic Certificate will be issued)
A Certificate of Performance will be awarded to participants who pass the examination and meet at least 75% attendance rate
Full Fees (before GST): $1,250.00
GST payable for all funding-eligible applicants*: $26.25
GST payable for others: $87.50
| Applicants/Eligibility | SkillsFuture Funding | Subsidised Fee (after GST) |
| Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above1 | $1,125.00 | $151.25 |
| Singapore Citizens aged below 40 | $875.00 | $401.25 |
| Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders | $875.00 | $401.25 |
| SME-sponsored Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders2 | $1,125.00 | $151.25 |
| Others (Full fees payable) | $0.00 | $1,337.50 |
*As per SSG’s policy, the GST payable is calculated based on 7% of the baseline funding subsidy of 70%
Singaporeans aged 25 years and above may use **SkillsFuture Credit balance to offset respective course fees.
1Under the SkillsFuture Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy. For more information, visit the SkillsFuture website here.
2 Under the Enhanced Training Support for Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Scheme. For more information of the scheme, click here. To view SP’s list of similar funded courses, click here. Please submit the attached “Declaration Form for Enhanced Training Support Scheme for SME” together with your online application.
Funding Incentives
Please click here for more information on funding incentives.
Register HereEligible for SkillsFuture Credit
Terms and Conditions*Please note that once the maximum class size is reached, the online registration will be closed.
You may register your interest, and would be notified if there is new run. Application Procedure
1. All applications must be made via Online Registration at www.pace.sp.edu.sg
Course fees can be paid by the following payment modes:
a) Credit Cards, Internet Banking, NETS (Not Applicable for company sponsored)
For e-payment using Visa/Master cards and Internet Banking, please click on the ‘Make e-Payment’ button on the acknowledgement page to proceed.
b) For NETS payment, you can pay at:
Singapore Polytechnic
PACE Academy
c) For payment via PayNow, please enter the UEN No. T08GB0056ACET and indicate the invoice/registration number.
*With effect from 1 August 2021, cheque payment will not be available.
2. All successful applicants will be notified with a letter of confirmation via email.