DECEMBER 2018 • FOGHORN 35 HOW PVA BENEFITS YOU • Security Awareness - Highlights general security risks and mitiga- tion for passenger vessel and their facilities. • Terrorism and Hijacking - Teaches practical knowledge for how to take appropriate actions in response to hijacking or terrorist threats or actions. Health and Safety Training Courses T h e P VA O n l i n e L e a r n i n g Management System also includes several courses that cover general oc- cupational health and safety training as well. These courses are designed to emphasize training for hazard iden- tification, avoidance and control. The content is based on materials produced by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) under the U.S. Department of Labor. • Blood Borne Pathogens - Provides best practices on limiting occupa- tional exposure to blood and other potentially infectious material. • Confined Space Awareness - Reviews awareness-level training that addresses potential confined space hazards through anticipation, recognition, evaluation and control. • Electrical Safety - Identify electrical hazards that may be encountered and the types of injuries resulting from contact with electricity. • Flammable Liquids - Identify hazards and actions that apply to prevention and a good plan for safe use of flammable liquids. • Hazardous Communications - Provides training on communica- tion standards for classifying and labeling chemicals. • Personal Protective Equipment - Discusses types of personal protec- tive equipment for employees and provides training on proper use. Marine Safety Training Courses Additionally, PVA’s Safety and Security Committee has created a variety of marine crew and deckhand training tools, and these courses include: • Preventing Slips, Trips and Falls • Line Handling • Fire Fighting • Personal Safety for the Crew Member • Introduction to Life Saving Equipment How to Access To access the Online Learning Management System, an exclusive PVA member benefit, go to http:// pva.marinels.com and login with your company’s unique Marine Learning System issued username and password. If you need assistance with your login information, contact me at CONTINUED ON PAGE 36