For Employers
Helping you keep your workforce safe, competent and compliant. Integrate world-class maritime standards into your daily operations with our comprehensive evaluation and training frameworks.
Adopting ACOSTS standards
Employers can integrate ACOSTS standards and qualifications into workforce training plans to support competence, safety and operational readiness across offshore and energy activities. Our frameworks provide a clear pathway from initial induction to advanced technical proficiency, reducing incident rates and improving overall efficiency.
View integration guides →Workplace competence and CMS approval
ACOSTS can review competence management systems to verify alignment with training, assessment and quality requirements. Approved organisations may conduct workplace assessments using qualified internal assessors. Gain formal CMS approval to independently manage your workforce competence in alignment with maritime regulations.
Step 3 of 4: Assessor Review
Skills screening tools
Online screening tools can help employers evaluate employee knowledge, identify training gaps and prioritise targeted interventions.
Open learning and CPD
Employers can provide employees with access to digital learning modules that maintain and refresh safety-critical competencies.
Find a Centre
Use our centre search tool to find ACOSTS-approved training providers. Filter by location, course type, or request group training enquiries.
Apprenticeships and workforce development
ACOSTS supports employers in designing development routes for new entrants, technicians, supervisors and safety-critical roles. Our apprenticeship frameworks are designed in collaboration with industry leaders to ensure new entrants acquire the exact technical and safety competencies required for modern offshore operations.
- ✓Structured on-the-job training modules.
- ✓Standardized assessment criteria for mentors.
- ✓Seamless integration with national qualification frameworks.