"Odfjell’s policy is to have systems in place to define, assess, maintain and develop competences. We know the importance of how each of us does our tasks and how we interact. Skills, abilities and motivation play a key role. During the last years, Odfjell has developed several courses to meet customer and internal requirements. This training is today provided by Odfjell and external suppliers like NTC, Seagull, Seascape and Thome."
- Karianne Grønseth, Manager Competence Development
2019 was another active year of training, with 24 different inhouse courses covering topics from Star IPS, FRAMO Basics and Explosion Protection to Drydocking, Anti-piracy and HSSE (complete below). Most courses were held more than once, and some last up to a full working week.
In June, the very first Odfjell Leadership Training was held for management level officers and key shore positions. This five-day course is designed for Odfjell and delivered by Seascape. The aim is to improve behavioral awareness, mental health and to identify personal leadership attributes for adjustment.
In November, the first Cargo Handling Course for junior officers and pumpmen was held at Thome’s training center in Manila. This training center has facilities as FRAMO tank and pump arrangement, and a Kongsberg cargo simulator.
3,400 officers and ratings attended training in 2019, and Ship Management arranged two Officers conferences and eight Captains workshops. For 2020, the high activity level will continue. In addition to training at physical locations, the Seagull e-learning tool will be used more onboard to minimize the time the seafarer needs to spend on courses ashore. Commenting on the plans for 2020, Karianne said:
"To optimize the needed training for the seafarers, we will in 2020 and onwards continue evaluating courses and progress to digitalize Training and Performance Record books. The core focus in the coming year is on Cargo, Vetting, Leadership and safety."
