RISQ 3.2 Workshop | Marine training course

Get properly prepared for vetting inspections by understanding RISQ (RightShip Inspection Vessel Questionnaire)

RISQ 3 AwarenessThis two-day workshop provides a comprehensive and practical introduction to RightShip RISQ 3.2, focusing on the latest requirements, inspector expectations and the key differences from earlier versions. Through presentations, guided discussions, case studies and scenario-based exercises, participants gain a clear understanding of how RISQ 3.2 affects ship operations, documentation, compliance and Safety Management Systems.

The course supports both shipboard and shore-based personnel in preparing for inspections, updating internal procedures and ensuring that operational practices meet the revised standard.  

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Duration and price

Online course

Duration: 2 days

Price: EUR 660 (plus VAT, if applicable)

Physical classroom at Greece's facilities

Duration: 2 days

Price: EUR 720 (plus VAT, if applicable)

Course objectives

Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the structure, intent and methodology of RISQ 3.2.
  • Identify changes, additions, deletions and strengthened requirements compared to RISQ 3.1.
  • Recognize how RISQ 3.2 aligns with industry regulations and best practices (ISM, SOLAS, MARPOL, MEG4, IMSBC, BLU Code).
  • Assess operational implications across vessel departments and functions.
  • Evaluate necessary SMS revisions to meet the updated requirements.
  • Prepare effectively for RISQ inspections through documentation control, operational readiness and crew familiarization.
  • Apply RISQ criteria to practical inspection scenarios using exercises and case studies.

Content Summary

  • RISQ framework, purpose and structure
  • Evolution from RISQ 3.1 to 3.2 (updated, added and deleted questions)
  • Inspector guidelines and strengthened risk-based expectations
  • Company responsibilities and documentation control
  • Certification, personnel records and competence requirements
  • Publications, manuals and required onboard documentation
  • Risk management updates, superintendent attendance and reporting quality
  • Operational requirements and shipboard procedures
  • Structural integrity, tank/hold inspections and critical equipment
  • Fuel management (Oil) and expanded RISQ 3.2 expectations
  • Alternative fuels (LNG, Methanol, Ammonia): new compliance controls
  • Machinery space safety, PMS expectations and critical equipment testing
  • Bulk cargo operations (IMSBC Code alignment, liquefaction, ventilation)
  • Grain cargo operations (stability, trimming, fumigation updates)
  • Coal carriage requirements (CH₄ and CO thresholds)
  • Navigation, GMDSS communication and bridge readiness
  • Mooring operations (MEG4 alignment, brake testing, LMP updates)
  • Environmental protection and pollution prevention
  • Security and access control
  • Emergency preparedness and drills
  • Stability information and documentation
  • Cargo equipment, towing arrangements and general operational practices
  • Preparation strategy for RISQ inspections (ship and shore)
  • Crew interview readiness and practical scenarios
  • SMS alignment: identifying gaps and implementing revisions

Target audience

This course is of value to all shore and ship personnel of shipping companies involved in vessels’ vetting as Marine, Technical and HSQE Superintendents, Designated Person Ashore (DPA), Masters, Chief Officers, Chief Engineers and Second Engineers, Vetting Officers and Fleet Managers, Training Managers and Compliance Personnel, and anyone involved in SMS development, auditing or RISQ inspection preparation.

Certificate

RINA Attendance Certificate. 

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RINA Global Marine Training Centre
Marine
5, Aitolikou Street and Kastoros 3rd Floor - Piraeus (Greece)
+30 210 4292147