Course overview
Here’s the thing: RightShip vetting measures how you run your ship every day. This course breaks the inspection process into ten focused, practical modules so you and your crew can present a vessel that stands up to inspection. Each module is short, targeted and built for immediate application.
What this course covers (10 modules)
- Why RightShip Inspections Matter — scoring, commercial impact, data drivers
- Documentation & Compliance — exact certificates, record books and how to organise them
- Hull & Structural Integrity — ultrasonic testing, corrosion mapping, welding repairs
- Cargo Holds & Handling Gear — hatch covers, cranes, lashing and cleanliness protocols
- Ballast Water & Environmental Compliance — BWMP, treatment systems and MARPOL entries
- Safety Equipment & Crew Welfare — liferafts, firefighting systems, habitability checks
- Operational Performance & Fuel Efficiency — SFOC, trim, routing and dashboards
- Emergency Procedures & Drills — muster lists, blackouts, damage control evaluation
- Post-Inspection Reporting & CAPs — categorisation, owners reporting and follow-up
- Case Studies & Lessons Learned — real incidents, root causes and preventive measures
Key features
- 10 video modules — ~10 minutes each (total ≈100 minutes)
- 10 quizzes (10 challenging questions per module) to test readiness
- Downloadable templates: inspection folder (Excel), CAP template (DOCX), course brochure (PDF)
- AI-assisted checklists and inspector-report summaries to speed corrective actions
- Digital Certificate of Completion via Glasgow Maritime Academy LMS
- Self-paced: access on desktop or mobile
- Interactable Podcast

Who this course is for
Masters, chief officers, safety officers, technical superintendents, fleet managers, vetting officers and shore teams preparing bulk carriers for RightShip vetting or Port State Control.
Learning outcomes — what you will be able to do
- Present a tidy, verifiable inspection folder on demand.
- Run pre-vet walkthroughs and internal audits that catch issues early.
- Interpret ultrasonic thickness and plan repairs with supporting records.
- Verify ballast treatment system operation and maintain compliant records.
- Run drills and document critique so findings are auditable.
- Convert inspector feedback into a prioritised corrective action plan logged in your PMS and SMS.
Instructor
AI powered instructor programmed by Captains and superintendents with massive experience in Bulk Carrier Industry.
Course delivery & duration
- Format: Online, self-paced
- Total video time: ~100 minutes (10 × ~10 min)
- Suggested completion: 2–3 hours including quizzes and templates
- Certificate: Digital Certificate of Completion via LMS
Price & enrolment
Price per seat: £832.12 (incl. VAT where applicable)
Group rates and corporate LMS integration available — contact us for a tailored quote.
Contact & purchase
Phone: +44 141 554 2248
Email: enquiries@glasgowmaritimeacademy.com
What’s included in your purchase
- Full access to all 10 video modules
- Downloadable inspection checklist, Interactive Podcast and AI powered lessons
- AI-generated summarised checklists and inspector report parser (LMS tool)
- End-of-course quizzes and certificate of completion
- One support email for course queries (enquiries@glasgowmaritimeacademy.com)
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