Description

This training program provides a comprehensive overview of QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, Environment) and ISPS (International Ship and Port Facility Security) standards. It is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to ensure compliance with international requirements, manage operational risks, and implement effective safety and environmental systems. Through practical modules, participants will learn to apply legal standards, conduct internal audits, and continuously improve their organization’s performance.

 

Who is this training for ?

For whom ?

• New managers.
• Department heads.
• Quality managers.
• QHSE coordinators.
• ISPS security officers.

Prerequisites

• Basic knowledge of operational or logistics processes.
• Prior exposure to safety, quality, or environmental management (recommended).
• Suitable for professionals in port operations, logistics, HSE roles, or international compliance.

Training objectives

Understand the principles and legal requirements of QHSE and ISPS standards

Develop and implement compliance procedures and performance monitoring systems

Conduct internal audits and apply corrective actions for continuous improvement

Training program

• Fundamentals of QHSE and ISPS Standards
  • Definition and objectives of QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, Environment).
  • Introduction to the ISPS Code (International Ship and Port Facility Security).
  • Importance for international operations and global supply chain.
  • Role of QHSE culture in organizational performance.
• Legal and Regulatory Requirements
  • International frameworks: IMO, ISO, OHSAS, ISO 45001, ISO 14001.
  • National vs. international legal obligations.
  • Impact of non-compliance: legal, financial, reputational risks.
  • Integrating legal requirements into management systems.
• Implementing an Effective QHSE System
  • Developing QHSE policies and procedures.
  • Defining responsibilities and organizational roles.
  • Document control and internal communication.
  • Monitoring QHSE performance indicators (KPIs).
• Port Security and ISPS Compliance
  • Identifying port facility risks and vulnerabilities.
  • Security zones and access control measures.
  • Port Facility Security Assessment (PFSA).
  • Port Facility Security Plan (PFSP) and emergency protocols.
• Internal Audits and Non-Conformity Management
  • Audit methodology for QHSE and ISPS.
  • Tools for identifying gaps (checklists, interviews, observations).
  • Audit reporting and result communication.
  • Implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Continuous Improvement and Feedback
  • Action plan follow-up and management reviews.
  • Incident reporting and lessons learned (feedback system).
  • PDCA cycle (Plan – Do – Check – Act) in QHSE and ISPS.
  • Ongoing awareness and training programs.