Seats available for the IMSSEA Marine Accident Investigation course - 21 September to 1 October 2015

From: keiu leopard <[email protected]> Sent: 16. september 2015 14:00 To: [email protected] Subject: FW: Seats available for the IMSSEA Basic Flag State Implementation course - 10 - 20 November 2015 Attachments: IMSSEA Application Form 2015.pdf; Circular Letter No.3507 - Courses To Be Held At Imssea, Genoa, Italy Dur....pdf Importance: High From: Paolo Magrone [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Monday, September 14, 2015 3:34 PM To: Paolo Magrone <[email protected]> Subject: Seats available for the IMSSEA Basic Flag State Implementation course - 10 - 20 November 2015 Importance: High Dear Sirs, we would like to inform you that there are still seats available for the Basic Flag State Implementation course, organized by IMSSEA, that will take place from 10 to 20 November 2015. Registration end date is Thursday 1st October 2015. This course is based on IMO model course 3.22 and is intended for those whose role includes responsibility for the certification of ships. The course covers all relevant IMO safety and pollution prevention conventions, procedures, associated surveys as well as items to be surveyed and their acceptance criteria. It highlights the requirements for setting up an effective maritime safety administration and its task in getting conventions adopted, ratified and enforced. The course programme includes resolution A.996(25) Code for the implementation of mandatory IMO instruments, 2007, with particular reference to: the implementation and enforcement of relevant international mandatory instruments and relevant IMO conventions and codes relating to safety, security and the environment, such as: SOLAS, the ISM Code, MARPOL, MLC 2006, the ISPS Code, the STCW Code, the Code for the Investigation of Marine Casualties and Incidents (resolution A.849(20), as amended by resolution A.884(21)), and other instruments related to flag State implementation, including the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), the International Convention on Load Lines, 1966, and port State control (PSC). Furthermore, a limited number of IMO fellowships are available for this course. The fellowships will cover the tuition and accommodation fees for the selected participants, please note that travel expenses to and from Genoa will still need to be borne by the participants� Administrations. The costs for this course are as follows: Tuition Fee (mandatory to attend the course): 850 � Accommodation Fee (optional): 1450 � - includes accommodation in a 3 stars hotel, wi-fi, public transports, meals, laundry service etc.. Please find here attached the nomination form and the IMO Circular Letter n� 3507 containing further information about the course. Should you need further information, please do not hesitate to contact the IMSSEA staff at [email protected], [email protected] or by phone at +39 0108687410. You can also visit our Facebook Page Kind regards, Paolo Magrone IMSSEA Via Oderico, 10 16145 Genova Italy T +39 010 8687410 M +39 346 1519766 F +39 010 8690593 E [email protected] w www.imssea.org E 4 ALBERT EMBANKMENT LONDON SE1 7SR Telephone: +44 (0)20 7735 7611 Fax: +44 (0)20 7587 3210 Circular Letter No.3507 14 January 2015 To: All IMO Member States Subject: Courses to be held at IMSSEA, Genoa, Italy during 2015 1 The Secretary-General is pleased to announce that the International Maritime Safety Security and Environment Academy (IMSSEA) in Genoa, Italy will deliver the following courses for selected official candidates during 2015: .1 Basic Flag State Implementation (17 to 27 March and 10 to 20 November 2015); .2 ISPS Code Implementation by Flag and Port States of Chapter XI-2 of the SOLAS Convention and Code (5 to 14 May 2015); .3 Port State Control (9 to 19 June 2015); .4 Marine Accident Investigation Procedures (21 September to 1 October 2015); and .5 Basic Flag State Implementation (10 to 20 November 2015) 2 The following information can be found under annex: .1 annexes 1 and 2 provide information on the Academy; .2 annexes 3 to 6 give details on the scope and objectives of each course; .3 annex 7 provides the Government Nomination Form for candidates seeking fellowship funding; and .4 annex 8 provides the Participant Application Form, which is required for all candidates. These forms should be sent directly to the Academy by email with a copy to IMO (see contact details in annex 1, page 3). 3 The courses will be conducted solely in English. Applicants must be fluent in written and spoken English and be able to demonstrate that their participation in the course will benefit their country. 4 Admission is open to 15 participants for each course and participation is subject to the payment of a fee as detailed in the relevant annex. 5 Course costs are covered by participants. Candidates may wish to explore available options of co-funding and sponsorships under government and donor schemes or programmes. I:\C_L\3507.doc Circular Letter No.3507 Page 2 6 Participants are responsible for: .1 obtaining the required visa for entry and stay in Italy for the duration of the course – any visa costs which may be incurred remain the responsibility of the candidate or their nominating authority and are not covered by any fellowship funding; .2 having adequate travel and medical insurance cover for the duration of the course; and .3 making arrangements for their travel to and from Genoa, Italy. It is expected that the nominating authority or the employer of the participant will cover their travel and visa costs. However, participants may, with the consent of their nominating authority or their employer, secure their own funding to cover the cost of their travel. Note: IMO does not cover travel costs to and from Genoa, Italy. 7 A limited number of IMO Fellowships, which cover course fees and accommodation only, are available for each course. All requests for IMO fellowships must be made directly through IMSSEA. Please note that IMO will not enter into correspondence regarding such requests directly with candidates. 8 Applications must be made using the attached application forms (annexes 7 and 8) and reach IMSSEA on or before the deadlines stipulated for each course. The selection of participants will take place soon after the deadlines have passed and those selected will be informed accordingly by the Academy directly thereafter. Applicants who have been selected for an IMO fellowship award will receive a specific communication from IMO to this effect. Enrolment will be confirmed once the necessary finance has been secured by the participant. 9 The Secretary–General wishes to take this opportunity, once again, to express appreciation to the Government of Italy and the Province of Genoa for their support of IMO capacity-building activities. *** I:\C_L\3507.doc  Circular Letter No.3507 Annex 1, page 1 ANNEX 1 GENERAL INFORMATION FOR ADMISSION TO THE INTERNATIONAL MARITIME SAFETY AND SECURITY ACADEMY (IMSSEA), GENOA – ITALY THE ACADEMY IMSSEA is part of an integrated teaching system governed by institutional bodies and has been identified by the Italian Government as the appropriate instrument to provide advanced education, training and technical advice in furtherance of the objectives and goals of the International Maritime Organization (IMO). The Academy offers a range of specialized short/medium term courses in the maritime field designed to be responsive to the needs of public sector departments and to ensure the effective exercise of flag, port and coastal State jurisdiction. ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES General IMSSEA organizes various course programmes every year based, primarily, on IMO model courses. The maximum intake is 15 participants per course. Financial arrangements Course costs are covered by participants. Candidates may wish to explore available options of co-funding and sponsorships under government and donor schemes or programmes. A limited number of IMO fellowships, which cover course fees and accommodation only, are available for each course. All requests for IMO fellowships must be submitted through the candidate's national maritime authority and be made directly through IMSSEA. IMO will not enter into correspondence regarding such requests directly from candidates. The cost of travel to and from Genoa, together with any visa costs which might be incurred, remain the responsibility of the candidate or their nominating authority and are not covered by any fellowship funding. Joining instructions for IMSSEA Successful applicants will receive joining instructions directly from the Academy. Further details regarding arrival at, and accommodation in, Genoa are given in annex 2. ACADEMIC CLEARANCE Nomination and application forms received by IMSSEA will be submitted to the Admissions Committee for assessment of the candidates' academic eligibility. Only academically-cleared candidates can be considered for admission. I:\C_L\3507.doc Circular Letter No.3507 Annex 1, page 2 Qualifications required Participants should: (1) hold the highest seagoing certificates in nautical or marine engineering or other appropriate equivalent qualifications; (2) have a working knowledge of the provisions included in the international safety and pollution prevention conventions and related national legislation; and (3) have relevant administrative experience of decision-making at middle or senior management level. Selection process All applications are reviewed by IMSSEA against the entry requirements, bearing in mind the maximum intake for each course. Among the academically-cleared candidates, priority will be given to applications from developing countries and candidates selected for admission will be notified in writing by the Academy. Advice of academic clearance does not indicate that a candidate can enrol: that will only be confirmed when the candidate has secured the necessary finance from their nominating authority or other source, including self-financing. IMSSEA must receive confirmation, in writing, that the candidate is ready to join the programme together with confirmation that the course fee has been remitted to the Academy's Bank Account. Successful candidates, and their respective nominating authorities, will receive a final confirmation of enrolment. Course material On arrival at IMSSEA, participants will be provided with the necessary instruction materials. In addition, other relevant materials, in the form of maritime publications, will be available on loan for the duration of the course. Salary It is expected that a nominating government or organization will continue the salary payments of their officials who are assigned to study at IMSSEA for the duration of the course in order to support their respective families in their home countries. Course Detailed information on course content is shown in annexes 3 to 6. The courses will be conducted in English only. Certificate On satisfactory completion of the course, participants will be issued with a certificate of attendance. I:\C_L\3507.doc  Circular Letter No.3507 Annex 1, page 3 Contact address: Correspondence with IMSSEA should be directed to: Mr. Paolo Magrone International Maritime Safety and Security Academy Via Oderico 10 16145 Genoa, Italy Telephone: +39 010 868 7410 Mobile: +39 346 151 9766 Fax: +39 010 869 0593 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.imssea.org Applications should also be copied to: Mrs. Sarah Rabau-Dunlop Global Maritime Training Institutes Technical Cooperation Division International Maritime Organization 4 Albert Embankment London SE1 7SR United Kingdom Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44 207 463 4187 *** I:\C_L\3507.doc  Circular Letter No.3507 Annex 2, page 1 ANNEX 2 INFORMATION FOR PARTICIPANTS LOGISTICS AND ACCOMMODATION Boarding scheme for IMO fellows: Participants receiving an IMO fellowship will be accommodated in single-occupancy rooms, with private bathroom, in a hotel selected by IMSSEA and located in a residential area close to the Academy. TV facilities, Internet access and laundry service are available. The accommodation costs will included provision of breakfast, lunch and evening meals for the duration of the course. Accident insurance cover will be provided for IMO fellows. IMSSEA can assist in obtaining the Italian Government's "Foreigners' Permit of Stay". Boarding availability for government/self-funded course participants: Participants who have not been selected to receive an IMO fellowship may benefit from the above boarding scheme upon request to the Academy and on payment of an additional accommodation fee. Please refer to the relevant course for cost details. ASSISTANCE IN CASE OF TRAVEL DIFFICULTIES In case of any difficulty or emergency during travel, participants should contact IMSSEA by telephone: +39 010 868 7410 or +39 346 151 9766. CLIMATE Genoa is located in the Mediterranean climate zone. Average yearly temperatures are about 12°C in January and 29°C in August. It has a mild Mediterranean climate with no sudden changes in temperature. The average yearly temperature range is only 16 degrees Celsius, which is one of the lowest in Italy. As a rule, precipitation is more frequent in October and November and reaches 1,300 mm on average annually. *** I:\C_L\3507.doc  Circular Letter No.3507 Annex 3, page 1 ANNEX 3 COURSE ON BASIC FLAG STATE IMPLEMENTATION Genoa, Italy, 17 to 27 March and 10-20 November 2015 Introduction This course is based on IMO model course 3.22 and is intended for those whose role includes responsibility for the certification of ships. The course covers all relevant IMO safety and pollution prevention conventions, procedures, associated surveys as well as items to be surveyed and their acceptance criteria. It highlights the requirements for setting up an effective maritime safety administration and its task in getting conventions adopted, ratified and enforced. The course programme includes resolution A.996(25) Code for the implementation of mandatory IMO instruments, 2007, with particular reference to: the implementation and enforcement of relevant international mandatory instruments and relevant IMO conventions and codes relating to safety, security and the environment, such as: SOLAS, the ISM Code, MARPOL, MLC 2006, the ISPS Code, the STCW Code, the Code for the Investigation of Marine Casualties and Incidents (resolution A.849(20), as amended by resolution A.884(21)), and other instruments related to flag State implementation, including the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), the International Convention on Load Lines, 1966, and port State control (PSC). Objectives Upon completion of the course, the participant should have acquired the knowledge and skills necessary to carry out the duties imposed upon a maritime administration effectively, as a result of opening a ship's registry; the ratification of IMO safety and pollution prevention conventions and flag State duties consequential to these actions. They should be able to initiate action to prepare appropriate legislation, issue shipping notices, initiate relevant investigations and follow-up reports from other maritime administrations with respect to ships under their flag. Entry standards The course is open to officials from maritime administrations and port authorities who have responsibility for the enforcement of maritime legislation, or those who may be planning to undertake such responsibilities. A good working knowledge of the English language is also required. Deadline The deadline for submitting applications for the first presentation of the course (17 to 27 March) is 12 February 2015. For the second presentation of the course (10 to 20 November), applications must be received by 1 October 2015. Course certificate Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be issued an IMSSEA certificate attesting to their participation. I:\C_L\3507.doc Circular Letter No.3507 Annex 3, page 2 Course intake limitations The number of trainees is limited to 15. Course modules and duration United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) 2 hrs IMO resolution A.995(25) 3 hrs Safety of Life at Sea 1974, as amended (SOLAS) 14 hrs International Safety Management Code (ISM Code) 4 hrs Types of Vessels, COLREG, Minimum Safe Manning 3 hrs MARPOL 9 hrs Load Lines, 1966 1 hrs MLC 2006 4 hrs ISPS Code 6 hrs STCW 4 hrs Port State Control 2 hrs Marine Accident Investigations 4 hrs IAMSAR, Recognized Organizations 2 hrs Total duration 58 hrs Course costs The tuition fee is €850 and covers teaching, study materials, use of IT facilities and accident insurance cover. Accommodation is offered free of charge to participants awarded the IMO fellowship (annex 2, information for participants refers). Participants not selected for the IMO fellowship may request the same boarding service for an additional fee of €1,450. The cost of travel to and from Genoa is not included in the course fee nor is it covered by the IMO fellowship. The course fee must be remitted to the Academy's Bank Account before enrolment. Full details will be forwarded in due course. *** I:\C_L\3507.doc  Circular Letter No.3507 Annex 4, page 1 ANNEX 4 COURSE ON ISPS CODE IMPLEMENTATION BY FLAG & PORT STATES OF CHAPTER XI-2 OF THE SOLAS CONVENTION & CODE Genoa, Italy, 5 to 15 May 2015 Introduction This course is based on model courses 3.20, 3.21 and 3.23, and is designed for maritime security, coastguard and law enforcement specialists and aims to encourage the sharing of experiences of the application of ISPS Code requirements and related procedures and methods. The training focuses on the difficulties encountered by States when implementing the ISPS Code and the exploration of possible solutions to these challenges. The course will cover all relevant measures aimed at enhancing ship and port facility security in the face of threats posed by intentional unlawful acts. Security requirements, as adopted by IMO, will be analysed as well as the requirements for setting up national maritime security measures. The course will analyse the preparation and assessment of security plan of ships and ports. The course will cover all relevant measures aimed at enhancing ship and port facility security in the face of threats posed by intentional unlawful acts. Security requirements, as adopted by IMO, as well as the requirements involved in setting up national maritime security measures, will be analysed. The course will also address the preparation of security plans for ships and ports and includes field trips on board ships and in port terminals. Objectives Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a comprehensive grounding in maritime security planning and a thorough understanding of current threats, including those related to piracy. Entry standards The course is open to officials from maritime administrations and port authorities who have responsibility for the enforcement of maritime security legislation or who may be planning to undertake such responsibilities. A good working knowledge of the English language is also required. Deadline The deadline for submitting applications for the ISPS course is 21 March 2015. Course certificate Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be issued an IMSSEA certificate attesting to their participation. Course intake limitations The number of trainees is limited to 15. I:\C_L\3507.doc Circular Letter No.3507 Annex 4, page 2 Course modules and duration Genesis of Maritime Security 5 hrs International Legislation 4 hrs The Codes 10 hrs Threat Identification and Response 3 hrs Security: Responsibilities of Government/Authorities 4 hrs Preparation and Assessment of Security Plans 11 hrs Piracy and Armed Robbery 2 hrs Type of Terrorism Action in Port 2 hrs Security Communications 3 hrs Case Study 4 hrs Port Field Trip 3 hrs Total duration 51 hrs Course costs The tuition fee is €750 and covers teaching, field trip, study materials, use of IT facilities and accident insurance cover. Accommodation is offered free of charge to participants awarded the IMO fellowship (annex 2, Information for participants refers). Participants not selected for the IMO fellowship may request the same boarding service for an additional fee of €1,350. The cost of travel to and from Genoa is not included in the course fee nor is it covered by the IMO fellowship. The course fee must be remitted to the Academy's Bank Account before enrolment. Full details will be forwarded in due course. *** I:\C_L\3507.doc  Circular Letter No.3507 Annex 5, page 1 ANNEX 5 PORT STATE CONTROL Genoa, Italy, 9 to 19 June 2015 Introduction This course is based on IMO Model Course 3.09 and is designed for government officials who require an in-depth understanding and working knowledge of the SOLAS, STCW, Load Lines, Tonnage Conventions, the requirements of COLREG and the ISM Code, in order to focalize responsibility of the flag State administration. The course emphasizes IMO control procedures, in order that the participant will be capable of verifying the ships' certificates and ensuring that the ships' officers are properly certified and that the safety management system is correctly applied. The programme includes field trips on board ships. Objectives Participants who successfully complete the course will be in a position to:  identify the responsibility of the flag State to exercise control over their ships and to explain the role of a port State in supplementing such controls;  identify and use the legal instruments available for port State control; and  identify and properly report deficiencies to the flag State. Entry standards The course is open to officials from maritime administrations and port authorities who have responsibility for the control of ships in their territorial waters or to those who may be planning to undertake such responsibilities. A good working knowledge of the English language is also required. Deadline The deadline for submitting applications for the Marine Accident Investigation course is 27 April 2015. Course certificate Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be issued an IMSSEA certificate attesting to their participation. Course intake limitations The number of trainees is limited to 15. I:\C_L\3507.doc Circular Letter No.3507 Annex 5, page 2 Course modules and duration Responsibilities of a flag State administration 1 hrs Non-Convention Ships 1 hrs SOLAS 10 hrs MARPOL 2 hrs STCW 2 hrs Tonnage 69, COLREG, ILCC 66 3 hrs Regional Agreement on PSC and IMO resolution 4 hrs Common Practice for PSC Inspection Procedures 3 hrs Approved Manuals On-board Ship 4 hrs Inspection of Ships and Document Examination 10 hrs Violations, After-Visit Reports 3 hrs PSC Qualification, Ships of No-Parties 2 hrs Action of PSC Deficiencies Under IMO Conventions 3 hrs Record Book 1 hrs Certificates Required Under IMO Conventions 3 hrs Case Study 2 hrs Field Trip 4 hrs Total duration 58 hrs Course costs The tuition fee is €850 and covers teaching, field training, study materials, use of IT facilities and accident insurance cover. Accommodation is offered free of charge to participants awarded the IMO fellowship (annex 2, Information for participants refers). Participants not selected for the IMO fellowship may request the same boarding service for an additional fee of €1,450. The cost of travel to and from Genoa is not included in the course fee nor is it covered by the IMO fellowship. The course fee must be remitted to the Academy's Bank Account before enrolment. Full details will be forwarded in due course. *** I:\C_L\3507.doc  Circular Letter No.3507 Annex 6, page 1 ANNEX 6 COURSE ON MARINE ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION Genoa, Italy, 21 September to 1 October 2015 Introduction This intensive course is designed to provide participants with a solid background in the many components of the flag State obligations involved in the reporting and investigation of marine accidents and incidents. The course provides insight into what is required when conducting casualty investigations, supporting the investigator in the field and what an investigation should achieve. After a review of the international background relating to the investigation of marine accidents and incidents, the course addresses the procedures required to support a marine casualty investigation in accordance with IMO requirements. Techniques for collecting, analysing and reporting are explained together with follow-up actions. Extensive use is made of group activities involving case studies and role play. Objectives Upon completion of the course, participants should have acquired the knowledge and skills necessary to enhance the capability of flag State investigators to organize and conduct investigations into marine accidents and incidents in accordance with generally accepted practice. Entry standards The course is open to officials from maritime administrations and port authorities responsible for the investigation of marine accidents and incidents or who may be planning to undertake such responsibilities. A good working knowledge of the English language is also required. Deadline The deadline for submitting applications for the Marine Accident Investigation course is 5 August 2015. Course certificate Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be issued an IMSSEA certificate attesting to their participation. Course intake limitations The number of trainees is limited to 15. I:\C_L\3507.doc Circular Letter No.3507 Annex 6, page 2 Course modules and duration Types of Vessel 2 hrs UNCLOS 3 hrs International Conventions and Regulations 4 hrs Purpose of Investigations 3 hrs IMO Code for Investigation and National Responsibilities 4 hrs Guidelines for the Implementation of the Code 2 hrs Use of Equipment in Accident Investigations 1 hrs Setting-up the Scene 4 hrs Methodology 3 hrs Data Collection and Interviewing 4 hrs Accident Analysis 3 hrs Grounding 4 hrs Collisions 7 hrs Pollution 3 hrs Reporting 3 hrs Human Element 4 hrs Fire on Board 4 hrs Total duration 58 hrs Course costs The tuition fee is €850 and covers teaching, field training, study materials, use of IT facilities and accident insurance cover. Accommodation is offered free of charge to participants awarded the IMO fellowship (annex 2, Information for participants refers). Participants not selected for the IMO fellowship may request the same boarding service for an additional fee of €1,500. The cost of travel to and from Genoa is not included in the course fee nor is it covered by the IMO fellowship. The course fee must be remitted to the Academy's Bank Account before enrolment. Full details will be forwarded in due course. *** I:\C_L\3507.doc  Circular Letter No.3507 Annex 7, page 1 ANNEX 7 GOVERNMENT NOMINATION FORM FOR IMSSEA SHORT COURSES Nomination (to be completed by a duly authorized officer of the nominating Government) The Government of nominates: Family name or Surname: First Name(s): Middle Name(s): Maiden or other Name(s) (if any): to study at IMSSEA on the following short course (insert course title and date): and certifies that: (a) This course is necessary for the advancement of the economic or social development or public administration of the country, and, in the case of a fellowship being granted to the applicant, full use would be made of the fellow in the field covered by his/her fellowship; (b) all information supplied by the nominee is complete and correct; (c) the nominee has an adequate working knowledge of English, which has been appropriately tested; (d) the absence of the nominee during his/her studies abroad will not have any adverse effect on his/her status, seniority, salary, pension and similar rights; (e) the nominee's salary and benefits will continue to be paid while the nominee is attending the course; (f) the nominee has adequate travel and medical insurance coverage to cover his/her return travel to, and his stay in, Genoa; (g) this administration has allocated funding to pay for the travel and visa costs of our nominated candidate to attend the course, should they be selected to participate. I the undersigned, hereby certify that I am duly authorized by the said Government to make this nomination and state that: my title is: my office address is: Signed and dated by me at: on affix official seal Signature of authorized official *** I:\C_L\3507.doc  Circular Letter No.3507 Annex 8, page 1 ANNEX 8 PARTICIPANT APPLICATION FORM COURSE ON Dates: From: To: 2015 Completed nomination forms should be sent by email to the International Maritime Safety and Security Academy (IMSSEA), Genoa, at [email protected] with copy to [email protected] at the International Maritime Organization. riginal documents should be sent directly to IMSSEA by post. Nominations must be received by the Academy not later than the deadline specified in the course section on the IMSSEA website (www.imssea.org), using a separate form for each nomination, clearly indicating the Government's priority if more than one participant is nominated. NB: INCOMPLETE, UNSIGNED OR UNSTAMPED APPLICATIONS WILL BE REJECTED 1 FAMILY NAME (Surname) FIRST NAME OTHER NAME (Middle name(s) 2 Mailing address: Phone: Fax: Email: 3 Nearest airport at which air travel can commence and terminate: Name of airport: Location: 4 Date of birth: 5 Sex: Male: Female: 6 Place of birth: 7 Nationality: 8 Passport No.: 9 Date and Place of Issue: 10 Person to notify in case of emergency: Name: Address: Phone: Fax: Email: 11 Employer: 12 Job Title: I:\C_L\3507.doc  Circular Letter No.3507 Annex 8, page 2 13 Description of Duties: 14 Educational background: 15 Previous experience: Nominee's signature: 16 The salary payments to the nominee, if selected, will be continued during his/her stay at the Academy. Name, signature and official stamp of Government official authenticating this nomination Title ___________ I:\C_L\3507.doc Circular Letter No.3507 Annex 7, page 1 ANNEX 7 GOVERNMENT NOMINATION FORM FOR IMSSEA SHORT COURSES Nomination (to be completed by a duly authorized officer of the nominating Government) The Government of nominates: Family name or Surname: First Name(s): Middle Name(s): Maiden or other Name(s) (if any): to study at IMSSEA on the following short course (insert course title and date): and certifies that: (a) This course is necessary for the advancement of the economic or social development or public administration of the country, and, in the case of a fellowship being granted to the applicant, full use would be made of the fellow in the field covered by his/her fellowship; (b) all information supplied by the nominee is complete and correct; (c) the nominee has an adequate working knowledge of English, which has been appropriately tested; (d) the absence of the nominee during his/her studies abroad will not have any adverse effect on his/her status, seniority, salary, pension and similar rights; (e) the nominee's salary and benefits will continue to be paid while the nominee is attending the course; (f) the nominee has adequate travel and medical insurance coverage to cover his/her return travel to, and his stay in, Genoa; (g) this administration has allocated funding to pay for the travel and visa costs of our nominated candidate to attend the course, should they be selected to participate. I the undersigned, hereby certify that I am duly authorized by the said Government to make this nomination and state that: my title is: my office address is: Signed and dated by me at: on affix official seal Signature of authorized official I:\C_L\3507.doc  Circular Letter No.3507 Annex 8, page 1 ANNEX 8 PARTICIPANT APPLICATION FORM COURSE ON Dates: From: To: 2015 Completed nomination forms should be sent by email to the International Maritime Safety and Security Academy (IMSSEA), Genoa, at [email protected] with copy to [email protected] at the International Maritime Organization. riginal documents should be sent directly to IMSSEA by post. Nominations must be received by the Academy not later than the deadline specified in the course section on the IMSSEA website (www.imssea.org), using a separate form for each nomination, clearly indicating the Government's priority if more than one participant is nominated. NB: INCOMPLETE, UNSIGNED OR UNSTAMPED APPLICATIONS WILL BE REJECTED 1 FAMILY NAME (Surname) FIRST NAME OTHER NAME (Middle name(s) 2 Mailing address: Phone: Fax: Email: 3 Nearest airport at which air travel can commence and terminate: Name of airport: Location: 4 Date of birth: 5 Sex: Male: Female: 6 Place of birth: 7 Nationality: 8 Passport No.: 9 Date and Place of Issue: 10 Person to notify in case of emergency: Name: Address: Phone: Fax: Email: 11 Employer: 12 Job Title: I:\C_L\3507.doc  Circular Letter No.3507 Annex 8, page 2 13 Description of Duties: 14 Educational background: 15 Previous experience: Nominee's signature: 16 The salary payments to the nominee, if selected, will be continued during his/her stay at the Academy. Name, signature and official stamp of Government official authenticating this nomination Title ___________ I:\C_L\3507.doc