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IMO MODEL COURSE 7.12 ADVANCED TRAINING FOR SHIPSOPERATING IN POLAR WATERSGENERAL CONTENT:1. Course introduction, regulations, standards and shipboard documentation.2. Vessel characteristics.3. Manoeuvring in ice.4. Planning.5. Icebreaker operations.6. Crew preparation, working conditions and safety.OBJECTIVE: To develop advanced competencies for planning and conducting safe ship operations in polar waters, taking into account the risks associated with ice, low temperatures, pollution, and navigation limitations. To promote proper decision-making and leadership under extreme conditions in accordance with the Polar Code and IMO standards.TARGET GROUP: Deck Officers holding the functions of Master or Chief Mate who are responsible for directing or supervising ship operations in polar waters, and who have already completed the basic training (IMO Model Course 7.11).MARITIME SAFETY AND PORT SECURITYTOTAL HOURS:35.MODE:In-person.LANGUAGE:Spanish, with simultaneous interpretation into English.IMO MODEL COURSE 7.12.ASSOCIATED GOVERNANCE STATE:Flag State.LINKAGE WITH THE III CODE:Part 2.INTERNATIONAL INSTRUMENT:The course is conducted according to the International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters (Polar Code), adopted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as a supplement to the SOLAS, MARPOL, and STCW Conventions (Regulation V/4 and Section A-V/4-2).The Polar Code establishes the requirements for advanced risk management and operational planning under polar conditions, including ship safety, environmental protection, and crew training.The SOLAS, MARPOL, and STCW Conventions integrate the Polar Code as a mandatory international standard, ensuring the competence of officers in charge of the navigational watch and masters of ships operating in polar waters.6