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When that vessel is carrying liquefied gas cargo the consequences can be disastrous Videotel Marine International in conjunction with SIGTTO has launched a new edition of the Liquefied Gas Fire Hazard Management training package."Fire on board any vessel is extremely serious," said Videotel CEO Nigel Cleave. "However, when that vessel is carrying liquefied gas cargo the consequences can be disastrous if not managed properly."Should things go wrong, seafarers face the risk of injury, or death and we are all aware of the dreadful repercussions if an environmentally damaging situation occurs."Every individual working on board, or ashore needs to fully understand the risks involved, carry out best practice procedures and be aware of all necessary precautions. SIGTTO's expertise in this field coupled with their commitment to safe, responsible and reliable terminal operations have proved invaluable in helping to create this realistic, relevant and practical training package," he said.Using graphic image animations and live footage of firefighting, Liquefied Gas Fire Hazard Management - Edition 2, explains the science behind combustion, identifies roles for each of the fire suppressing technologies available and shows how they work.It provides a broad introduction to the fire hazards faced by seafarers and terminal staff when handling LNG ...

Hazard Series II comprises short films designed to both shock and teach the viewer Videotel Marine International, the leading provider of maritime training systems, has just launched an innovative new training module designed to aid the seafaring industry in its battle to reduce common ship board accidents and the tragic consequences that can ensue.The Hazard Series II module makes extensive use of modern image techniques to grab the viewers attention and shock crew members into greater awareness of their own safety and that of their colleagues.Hazard Series II comprises 10 hard hitting short films designed to both shock and teach the viewer. Filmed using real crew doing real work, they graphically illustrate common errors and then show how, using correct procedures and working techniques, incidents can be avoided before they occur.Adequate training, safe working practices and good safety management systems all contribute to a safer working environment on board, says Nigel D. Cleave, Videotels Chief Executive Officer. Videotel is committed to developing quality training that makes a real difference both to the industry as a whole and to the lives of individual seafarers.Aimed at cadets, deck & engine crew, students at maritime colleges and training officers, this new programme confronts ...

Providing training via Networked Video On Demand (NVOD) technology In an industry first, Videotel Marine International is pleased to announce that it has signed a ground breaking contract with APL Maritime Ltd . APL to provide its award winning ship based training via Networked Video On Demand (NVOD) technology. Videotel is the only training provider to offer NVOD and this partnership with APL sets a high standard of training excellence.Crews will be able to access courses, interactive Computer Based Training (CBT) and videos via high quality sound, video and graphic files from multiple computers in multiple locations. The system will allow multiple users to train at the same time on different subjects anywhere that can access the ship's network - even on a laptop in a cabin.Nigel D. Cleave, Videotel's Chief Executive Officer, is a great exponent of the technology, 'NVOD is an innovative, modern, flexible and cost effective delivery mechanism, being an ideal route upon which to deliver training to crew onboard as well as in marine colleges and training establishments. APL is an organisation committed to high quality and state of the art technology - Videotel's NVOD is an ideal fit with their culture and ideals.'NVOD operates through ...

A training concept for the shipping industry UK based producer of maritime safety training software and materials, Videotel, has announced the launch of a number of training packages implementing face-to-face tutoring.Videotel has developed a training concept for the shipping industry introducing face-to-face tutoring into the companys computer based training (CBT) programmes. The tutor-assisted CBT programs are available through Videotels new Learning Management System (LMS).Qualified instructors offer their tutoring which students can avail of while they complete the training. This way the students can participate in a tutored course, benefitting of online support, guidance and feedback, while onboard.LMS is designed to combine the benefits of computer-based distance learning, such as allowing the students to spend time onboard, with the advantages of verbal and visual interaction between tutor and student.The software offers real time tutorials online and students can participate in one-to-one exchanges with their tutors as well as group discussions with fellow pupils regardless of where they are in the world.The tutorials are set to take place at a specified time. Students, who are unable to attend due to operational constraints or time-zone difficulties, can log-in later and watch a recording of the tutorial. This way they can keep up with ...