NI DP Revalidation / Refresher and Competency Assessment Course

The Dynamic Positioning (DP) Revalidation Course offered by Lerus is a specialized training program designed for certified Dynamic Positioning Operators (DPOs) aiming to revalidate their DP licenses. This course is essential for DPOs lacking sufficient documented DP sea time or those who have not followed the NI CPD programme. Certified by The Nautical Institute, the course spans five days and accommodates four participants, with no expiry on the validity of the course completion. The curriculum is aligned with the recommendations of The International Maritime Organization (IMO) and The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA), blending theoretical sessions with practical exercises on Kongsberg DP simulators. This comprehensive approach ensures that participants are updated on the latest rules, regulations, position references, sensors, and DP incidents, enhancing their decision-making skills in operational planning, risk assessment, and system failure responses.

Admission to the course requires a valid DP ticket issued by the Nautical Institute. The course caters to various levels of experience, allowing DPOs with 30 or more days of DP sea time to complete the DP Refresher and Competency Assessment Course at any time. Those with less than 30 days of DP sea time can take the Revalidation Course up to six months before the revalidation dates set by the NI, with the course remaining valid for 12 months. This period is crucial for DPOs to apply for certificate revalidation with the NI. Lerus' commitment to high-quality training is evident in their global presence, ensuring consistent training quality across different countries and receiving positive reviews for their professional staff, friendly atmosphere, and effective training methodologies.

The revalidation requirements set forth by the Nautical Institute aim to ensure that DP operators not only maintain their certification but also keep pace with the developing standards and technological advancements in DP systems. The course allows DPOs to revalidate their certificates without the traditional sea time requirement, provided it is taken within the stipulated timeframe before the certificate's expiration. This flexibility is crucial for DPOs who might have faced challenges in accumulating the required DP sea time due to various operational or personal constraints. Upon completion of the course at a recognized DP centre, participants must present their original DPO certificate from the Nautical Institute, thereby streamlining the revalidation process. This approach ensures that DPOs can efficiently renew their certificates, reinforcing the safety, efficiency, and reliability of DP operations across the global maritime industry.

The Dynamic Positioning Revalidation Course, certified by The Nautical Institute (NI), is a vital program offered by Lerus Training for certified Dynamic Positioning Operators (DPOs) aiming to renew their DP certification. This course is particularly beneficial for DPOs who lack the documented DP sea time or have not followed the NI's Continuing Professional Development (CPD) program. Over five days, participants engage in a blend of theoretical sessions and practical exercises on Kongsberg DP simulators, designed to refresh their knowledge about DP operations, emergency DP resource management, and to stay current with the latest industry guidelines and regulations. The course covers a comprehensive range of topics, including the principles of DP, position reference systems, and the handling of DP incidents, ensuring that DPOs can effectively operate DP systems on working DP vessels and manage the hazards associated with DP operations.