New online course launched by MIA - Environmental Best Practices Courses
by Vijaya Selvaraj 16 Nov 2021 20:00 PST
Environmental Best Practices Courses © Marina Industries Association
The Marina Training Institute (MTI) is excited to launch the new Environmental Best Practices Online course. This is an online course consisting of 1.5 hours of self-paced learning materials, including videos and downloadable resources.
Marina staff can take the course as part of their induction to the marina environment, anytime, anywhere. This course is designed to increase awareness of the key environmental issues facing marinas and provide clear best environmental practice guidance to all marina staff.
Participation in this course should be part of any marina's risk mitigation strategy.
What to expect from the course
- Relevant to marinas of all sizes.
- Will increase awareness of the key environmental issues facing marinas and provide clear best environmental practice guidance to marina staff.
- Will nurture and improve a clean and beautiful environment for all.
If you have been working in the industry for years or looking to make a start this course will have plenty to get you thinking about ways you can apply environmental best practices in your marina.
This course will cover:
Environmental key areas and issues
- Water pollution
- Potential Impact of Underwater Hull Cleaning Activities
- Air and Land Pollution
- Landscape
- Facility Cleaning
- Solid Waste and Litter
- Air Pollution
Legal requirements and definitions
- Pollution, Material Harm Definition
- Australian Legislation
- Risk Mgt, EMP and EPP purposes
- Pollution Incident Response Management Plan
- Audits, Record Keeping and Testing Plans
- Marina Agreements (both berthing and workshop leases)
Waste management and disposal
- What is Waste?
- Recycling
- Waste Oil Management
- Waste Storage
- Pump-outs
Fuel Management
- Refuelling Operations
- Fuel and Oil Spills
- Portable Fuel Container Usage
- Response to an incident
Reporting Incidents, accidents and near misses
- Information Required for Reporting
- Reporting Protocols
- Reporting Protocols
- "follow up" and de-briefing of team
Handling and Disposal of Hazardous Chemicals
- What are Hazardous Chemicals
- Handling Hazardous Chemicals
- Refrigerants/ Coolants / Batteries
- Storage and Disposal
- record keeping for waste streams
Benefits
- Understand the environmental risks and responsibilities associated with a marina
- Mitigate risks by taking action to improve the environmental management of their operations
- Awareness of legal and Insurance implications and considerations under environmental protection laws in Australia
- Ensure the marina facility follow environmental best practises
- Identify common issues with other local marinas and develop improvement strategies
Testimonials
"Great course, very comprehensive and surpassed my expectations. The Environmental Best Practices Course is a must for all Marina Staff, Contractors, Tenants and even Club Members and/or visitors." - Kylie Brown, CMO - Marine Services & Operations Manager, Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club.
Course fee and registration
- Members: AU $120 incl. GST
- Non-members: AU $220 incl. GST
Register here
Please ensure you are logged onto the MIA website with your MIA member login details when registering for the course to enjoy the member pricing. If you have forgotten your MIA member login details, email for assistance.
Who should attend
Marina managers, environmental safety officers, club managers, dockmasters, marina staff involved in the environmental management plan such as marina attendants and front line staff.