Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Awareness for Superyachts Online
Lithium-ion Battery Safety Awareness for Superyachts Online Course
Online ABS Approved, Yacht Crew Maritime Safety Training, Compliant with STCW Reg 1/14-5, Lithium-ion Competent Person (MGN 681), & ISM Code 6.3 & 6.5
The prevalence of lithium-ion batteries is increasing in everyday items such as smartphones, laptops, and electric vehicles, as well as in specialised equipment like yachts, power tools, remote controls, UPS systems, servers, personal watercraft, and tenders. While these batteries offer numerous advantages, they also present significant risks. Tailored for yacht crew, officers, captains, and managers, the Lithium-ion Battery Safety Awareness on Yachts course is designed to help participants identify and implement appropriate fire prevention measures and response strategies for battery-related emergencies.
About the Course
Safety awareness regarding lithium-ion batteries on yachts is essential for all yacht crew, personnel, and shoreside managers responsible for vessels equipped with lithium-ion battery-powered tenders, toys, and equipment. Offered entirely online, the course consists of eight concise modules, providing a thorough examination of lithium-ion battery electrochemistry and associated hazards. Emphasising prevention over intervention, the course presents practical best practices to minimise risks associated with lithium-ion technology. This course is conducted in partnership with Seascope France.
Li-ion Competent Person – MGN 681
In their latest MGN 681, the UK’s Maritime and Coastguard Agency mandated that competent individuals oversee battery charging operations. This course, based on the UK’s Code of Safe Working Practices and MGN 681, elucidates the responsibilities and obligations of these individuals when handling Li-ion batteries. Participants will gain comprehensive knowledge to safely execute battery charging tasks, identify potentially hazardous or faulty batteries, and understand the essential steps to mitigate risks until these batteries are removed from the yacht.
Who Would Benefit from This Course
This course is suitable for individuals engaged in yacht operations seeking to enhance their understanding of Li-ion battery safety. It is particularly beneficial for:
- Superyacht crew members utilising Li-ion battery-powered equipment.
- Competent Persons tasked with overseeing battery charging operations.
- Safety Officers and members of Emergency Response Teams.
- Yacht Captains and Officers responsible for ensuring the effective implementation of safe operating protocols for Li-ion batteries.
- Yacht Managers entrusted with overseeing and documenting safety protocols related to Li-ion batteries.
Key learning objectives of this course encompass:
- Recognising the locations where lithium-ion batteries may be present on yachts.
- Understanding the fundamental electrochemical processes inherent in lithium-ion batteries.
- Comprehending the prerequisites for identifying hazards aboard yachts.
- Acknowledging the hazardous nature of toxic and explosive gases emitted by Li-ion batteries.
- Grasping the risks associated with thermal runaway and battery fires.
- Identifying the complexities involved in responding to a thermal runaway incident.
- Understanding the effectiveness of water-based fire suppression systems for combating battery fires.
- Introducing specialised equipment for containing and extinguishing Li-ion fires.
- Identifying instances of battery abuse and hazardous battery defects.
- Recognising the requirements for storing batteries safely.
- Understanding the protocols for establishing battery charging stations.
- Appreciating the knowledge and skills needed by the Competent Person overseeing battery charging operations.
Key learning objectives of this course encompass:
- Recognising the locations where lithium-ion batteries may be present on yachts.
- Understanding the fundamental electrochemical processes inherent in lithium-ion batteries.
- Comprehending the prerequisites for identifying hazards aboard yachts.
- Acknowledging the hazardous nature of toxic and explosive gases emitted by Li-ion batteries.
- Grasping the risks associated with thermal runaway and battery fires.
- Identifying the complexities involved in responding to a thermal runaway incident.
- Understanding the effectiveness of water-based fire suppression systems for combating battery fires.
- Introducing specialised equipment for containing and extinguishing Li-ion fires.
- Identifying instances of battery abuse and hazardous battery defects.
- Recognising the requirements for storing batteries safely.
- Understanding the protocols for establishing battery charging stations.
- Appreciating the knowledge and skills needed by the Competent Person overseeing battery charging operations.
ADHERENCE TO ISM CODE
According to ISM Code 6.3, yacht managers are mandated to establish procedures ensuring personnel, particularly those in safety and environmental roles, are adequately familiarised with their duties. Our course fulfills this requirement by delivering comprehensive training in lithium-ion battery safety, demonstrating a commitment to meeting ISM Code obligations and ensuring personnel are well-versed in safety protocols.
ALIGNMENT WITH ISM CODE 6.5 STANDARDS
ISM Code 6.5 emphasises the importance of identifying and providing necessary training to support safety management systems. The “Lithium-ion Battery Safety Awareness for Superyachts” course aligns with this directive, offering thorough insights into lithium-ion battery safety to equip all personnel with essential training for safe superyacht operations.
COMPLIANCE WITH STCW CONVENTION REGULATION I/14 – 5
STCW Convention Regulation I/14 – 5 underscores the necessity for companies to acquaint seafarers with their duties, ship arrangements, equipment, and relevant procedures. Our course goes beyond theoretical frameworks by imparting practical knowledge essential for handling routine and emergency situations involving lithium-ion batteries. This empowers yacht managers to enhance crew competency in accordance with the STCW Convention.
The course should take you between 7.5 and 8 hours to complete (on average). However, this greatly depends on your reading speed, the ability to retain and recall information and any breaks you take during the learning phase of this course.
