COURSE OVERVIEW:

Port and Terminal Operations Auditing and Compliance Review is a strategic program designed to ensure the integrity, safety, and efficiency of maritime gateways. This course examines the multi-layered regulatory environment governing port activities, including the ISPS Code, MARPOL, and local environmental standards. It provides a technical framework for conducting systematic audits of operational workflows, equipment maintenance, and security protocols.

The scope of this training involves the mastery of audit methodologies, from the "Pre-Audit" documentation review to the "On-Site" verification of physical assets and personnel competency. Participants will explore the mechanics of risk-based auditing, focusing on high-consequence areas such as hazardous cargo handling, berthing safety, and environmental discharge controls. The program emphasizes the role of the "Lead Auditor" in identifying non-conformities and providing actionable recommendations for continuous improvement.

Coverage includes the evaluation of Port Management Systems (PMS), the auditing of third-party contractors, and the review of emergency response readiness. The course addresses the nuances of "Compliance Fatigue" and provides strategies for fostering a proactive safety culture within the terminal workforce. By focusing on objective evidence and regulatory benchmarking, this course equips port professionals with the expertise needed to maintain "Audit-Ready" facilities that meet international best practices.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

1. Define the fundamental principles and objectives of port auditing.
2. Navigate the regulatory framework including ISPS, OHSAS, and ISO standards.
3. Develop comprehensive "Audit Checklists" for terminal operations.
4. Execute systematic audits of berthing, mooring, and cargo handling.
5. Identify "Operational Gaps" and non-conformities in terminal workflows.
6. Audit the maintenance records of cranes, reach stackers, and loading arms.
7. Evaluate the effectiveness of the "Port Facility Security Plan" (PFSP).
8. Conduct environmental compliance reviews for waste and emission management.
9. Utilize "Root Cause Analysis" (RCA) to address audit findings.
10. Manage the "Opening" and "Closing" meetings of a formal audit.
11. Draft professional "Audit Reports" with clear corrective action plans.
12. Audit the safety and competency of third-party service providers.
13. Lead a multi-disciplinary team through a terminal-wide compliance review.

TARGET AUDIENCE:  

Port Managers, HSEQ Auditors, Terminal Superintendents, Compliance Officers, and Marine Consultants.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximise the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.