Bridge Resource Management

Introduction

The GLOMACS Bridge Resource Management (BRM) interactive and interesting training course is prepared to provide the delegates with the best Management techniques that leads to a successful decision making based upon conditions related to workload and potential threat to any ship. The training course attendees will gain the best practices in working in different environments and improve their performance to enhance navigation safety.

The training course will ensure proper understanding on the prevention of individual errors and define the bridge team members’ tasks & responsibilities. This training course will demonstrate the behaviors necessary to achieve effective teamwork, minimize accidents caused by human error and help the participants to reach the best decision-making techniques.

This training course is designed to meet the Bridge Resource Management (BRM) requirements detailed in Table A-III/II/I of the 2010 Manila amendments to the STCW Convention and Code.

This Bridge Resource Management (BRM) training course will contain the following technical areas:

• Introduction to International Regulations, Guidelines and Standards Requirements
• Elements of Successful BRM
• Human Factors that Effect Situational
• Awareness
• BRM Procedural and Technical Challenges
• BRM Leadership, Commitments, Communication, and Managing Risks

Objectives

By the end of the Bridge Resource Management (BRM) training course, participants will have a solid understanding and knowledge of bridge management, leadership and team-working and have the best practices and skills to carry out the duties on navigational bridges. The participants will be guided to practically to understanding of human factors at sea, to prevent incidents and to handle critical situations this shall be enforced by:

• Understanding the requirements of International Regulations, Guidelines and Standards (ISM Code, STCW, COLREG & MLC)
• Describing the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Demonstrating the Benefits of Bridge Resource Management
• Identifying IMO Framework (Appraisal, Planning, Execution & Monitoring)
• Practicing the BRM Teamwork
• Applying Observation, Orientation, Decision & Action (OODA) LOOP
• Understanding Human Factors that Effect Situational Awareness
• Identifying Time and resource constraints
• Understanding of Bridge Team roles & responsibilities
• Maintaining Function-oriented bridge organisation
• Applying Risk factors for human-automation performance
• Influencing forces on bridge operations
• Practicing Decision making techniques
• Understanding Resource management principles
• Improving communication performance

Training Methodology

This Bridge Resource Management (BRM) training course will utilize a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. The daily workshops will be highly interactive and participative. This involves regular discussion between both delegates and course director. The training course will provide the participant with an in-depth knowledge through detailed information, real-life case studies, photos, and video.

Organisational Impact

Participants will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to develop and implement effective Bridge Resource Management and the Bridge Team Organization. All Attendees will also be able to identify the human factor risks, develop and implement risk management strategies, and respond effectively to emergencies and crises in the maritime industry.

This comprehensive Bridge Resource Management (BRM) training course designed to provide participants with a deep understanding of the key regulations, concepts, and techniques to be maintained to ensure safe navigation and environmental keeping. The training course attendees will gain the most practical knowledge that benefits their companies throughout studying a wide range of topics including applying the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and the Elements of Successful BRM these all will be an added value to the management of shipping fleet of shipping organization.

Personal Impact

Through interactive discussions and analysis of case studies, participants will learn from lessons learned and best practices to improve the Bridge Resource Management onboard their ships. The Bridge Resource Management (BRM) training course is taught with extensive knowledge and experience in marine industry that will pass the practical experience to ensure:

• Deck Officers refreshing their knowledge
• Master guidance for best resources management practices
• Handling of Navigational & Environmental emergencies
• Understanding of culture gaps and communication barriers