Major Milestone for Norsafe Academy

As the Norwegian Petroleum Safety Authority (PTIL) increasingly reveals non-conformities related to training of lifeboat and MOB boat crew, Norsafe Academy is pleased to be the first course provider in the market to receive the DNV GL certification as a maritime training provider.

“The certificate is a proof that Norsafe Academy holds the highest international standards as a maritime course provider, and that we meet the requirements of the DNV GL standard”, says Michael Rossland, VP Norsafe Academy.

The Norwegian Maritime Authority have set the DNV GL standard as a requirement to offer IMO/STCW courses. The goal is to ensure the quality of development and delivery of courses and training programs.

“The objective shall ensure that programs and courses being offered within the maritime and offshore sector are properly designed, contain clear objectives as to the results, are carried out by qualified instructors and are evaluated and improved in line with market demands and experience” DNV GL AS says in their scope.

The IMO document MSC.1/Circ.1206/Rec.1 titled “Measures to prevent accidents with lifeboats” concludes that five out of seven reasons for lifeboat accidents are related to the crew’s lack of knowledge. Norsafe has spent considerable resources in developing lifesaving appliances according to the latest standards, and measures to improve the competence of crew onboard ships and offshore installations is an important next step to enhance the safety of seafarers.

“We are taking our responsibility seriously. As the leading manufacturer of LSA and service provider, we possess the highest expertise in the market. It is important for us to be able to share this knowledge with our customers to improve their safety”, says Rossland.