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communicating with known experts in the field .
The college is getting continuous encouraging feedback from the participants of the courses . Carlos and the board of directors are thinking big , not only about Cape Town , but of rolling out the training as it develops to raise awareness and skills levels throughout the industry . This is a new initiative that needs all our support if it is going to empower people and raise quality of food chains around the continent .
Occasion of the opening by GCCA on 20 August 2024 . protocols . The results were encouraging as the port manager communicated : “ We look forward to collaborating further with you and the rest of the fishing industry to ensure the safety of our port and operational activities .” This training incorporated a site specific customed response pack document which highlights procedures and ties up with emergency response services approach .
It is essential that emergency services and site procedures are both in line to coordinate a quick effective response to any eventuality .
For the hands-on ammonia plant skills training we have Ammonia Training Solutions ( ATS ). Gerhard Koch of ATS is handling the SAQCC Gas competence training for refrigeration technicians on the operating ammonia system at CBCS site , another key partner in the academy .
However , realising the ongoing training need for further training in the industry ATS has expanded its structure to include Ammonia Training Solutions International ( ATSI ), its new division , in conjunction with the Refrigerating Engineers and Technician Association ( RETA ) of the US . This creates a global platform for learners where industry professionals , researchers , manufacturers and educators can collaborate , allowing them to share and access the most up-to-date and comprehensive information . This is another new initiative of the academy bringing much needed skills to our industry .
This digital hub will consolidate resources like technical papers , industry standards , safety protocols and case
Carlos de Mendonca Crossberth Cold Store , Christopher Kent and Dr Robin Ferguson at a recent training session for Transnet and Disaster Management .
studies from leading refrigeration experts and organisations around the world . This platform would also be a resource to learners for best practices , troubleshooting guides , maintenance schedules and efficiency improvement strategies that are proven in realworld applications , updated regularly by contributors worldwide . In other words , it represents a place to go for those that want to enrich their training while
Watch this space for further news .
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Some of the delegates that attended the recent training session for the port authorities and disaster management .
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