Course Description:

This microlearning course provides essential knowledge on maintaining deck and steel surfaces through chipping and painting. Learners will understand the importance of proper maintenance, recognise safety practices for handling tools and paint, identify potential hazards to health and the environment, and gain insights into surface preparation and the main types of marine coatings used on board. Ideal for seafarers responsible for ship upkeep and safety.

Training audience: Master, Deck Officers, Deck Ratings

Learning objectives:

At the end of the training course the participant shall: · Understand the importance of deck and steel surfaces maintenance · Apply proper safety equipment for chipping and paint handling · Remember potential hazards of paint coatings on human health and the environment · Understand how to properly prepare surfaces for painting · Understand the primary types of paint coatings and their use.

Sections:

1. Introduction – Importance of regular maintenance in preventing rust and corrosion

2. Overview of tools and materials needed for chipping and painting

3. Safety

4. Surface preparation 5. Priming and painting