Basic Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations

Training format

Lectures and presentations for theoretical training, competency demonstrations, and testing.

Course approved

Maritime Administration of Ukraine
American Bureau of Shipping Academy
Republic of Panama
Republic of Liberia
Republic of the Marshall Islands

For whom

The course is intended for the crews (captains, officers, and ratings) of oil and chemical tankers involved in cargo operations.

Teaching language

English
Russian
Ukrainian

Duration

Seat restriction

The course "Basic Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations" is designed to train tanker crews in the basics of safe cargo operations. The course covers the physical and chemical properties of cargoes, safety culture, procedures and methods for safe operations, as well as actions in emergency situations and prevention of marine pollution. Participants will gain theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for effective and safe cargo handling operations on tankers, using the specialized Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator.

International Standards IMO: STCW Convention, Section V/1-1, subsections 1 and 2, STCW Code, Section A-V/1-1, paragraph 1, STCW Code, Section B-V/1-1.

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Course Objective

To provide basic knowledge and skills for the safe execution of cargo operations on oil and chemical tankers in accordance with international IMO standards and the STCW Convention.

Course Structure

The course includes theoretical and practical training covering the main aspects of cargo operations on oil and chemical tankers.

Basics of Working on Tankers
- Types of oil and chemical tankers
- Main components and equipment of tankers
Physical and Chemical Properties of Oil and Chemical Cargoes
- Basic physical properties
- Chemical properties and hazards
Safety Culture and Safety Management on Tankers
- Principles and importance of safety culture
- Safety management systems
Cargo Operations
- Loading and unloading of cargoes
- Procedures and methods for safe operations
Hazards and Hazard Control
- Identification and assessment of risks
- Control and prevention of hazards
Safety Equipment
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Gas detection equipment and its use
Fire Safety and Fire Fighting
- Sources of ignition and fire prevention measures
- Firefighting methods and equipment
Emergency Operations
- Procedures in emergency situations
- Actions in case of cargo leakage and spills
Prevention of Marine Pollution
- Rules and methods for pollution prevention
- Actions in case of oil and chemical spills

Issuing certificates

Certificate of qualified specialist.

Level of instructor-teachers

Course instructors possess a high level of qualification and experience, meeting the international requirements of the amended STCW Code. Instructors have higher maritime education and significant experience working on sea-going vessels, including tankers; they have experience working in maritime training centers; they have completed specialized courses on the safe handling and transportation of hazardous cargoes, including courses on safe cargo operations on oil and chemical tankers, ballast management systems, inert gas systems, and firefighting.

Compliance with international conventions

This course complies with the international standards of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and is regulated by the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW):

STCW Convention, Section V/1-1, subsections 1 and 2.
STCW Code, Section A-V/1-1, paragraph 1.
STCW Code, Section B-V/1-1.

Explanation of Standards

STCW (Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers) — The International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers.

V/1-1 — Section V, rule 1-1 of the STCW Convention, concerning the training, certification, and watchkeeping of seafarers on tankers carrying oil and chemicals. Subsections 1 and 2 may address general provisions and requirements for competency and training of personnel.
A-V/1-1 — Section A (Part A) of the STCW Code, providing detailed explanations for Section V/1-1 of the Convention. Paragraph 1 contains mandatory requirements for the training and certification of seafarers.
B-V/1-1 — Section B (Part B) of the STCW Code, providing recommendations and guidelines for implementing the mandatory requirements set out in Part A.

These standards ensure that seafarers receive appropriate training and certification to safely and effectively perform their duties on board oil and chemical tankers.

Material and technical support of the course

Theoretical training is conducted in classrooms equipped with tables, chairs, instructional materials, and demonstration aids. The course utilizes the Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator, a high-tech platform for training maritime specialists working with liquid cargoes. The simulator allows for the modeling of loading, unloading, and handling processes of various types of liquid cargoes, including oil, oil products, chemicals, and liquefied gases. Trainees can manage cargo operations in conditions as close to real as possible, providing deep understanding and practical experience. The simulator also enables emergency drills, helping to develop skills for rapid and effective response to various emergencies on board.

Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator LCHS 5000 by TRANSAS is a specialized simulator for training and educating maritime professionals

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