Engine Room Resource Management

Engine Room Resource Management (ERM) is a system of achieving safe engineering operations by proactively managing personnel, equipment, and information. Review the team roles, human factors, and situational awareness required to implement a proper ERM program, and learn how good ERM practices save vessels.

Topics:

• Learn about effective resource allocation including crew, plant, equipment, and information management
• Understand the leadership responsibilities of the Chief Engineer, including staff training and motivation, preventing crew fatigue, and conducting appropriate drills
• Review individual and team roles, and how to reduce human error using situational awareness and closed loop communication
• See engine room equipment functions and standard operating procedures