Specialized Oil Tanker Training
| Course requirement | STCW compulsory |
| Duration in hours | 62 |
| STCW references |
The course is practical and theoretical and consists of a series of exercises performed on a cargo handling simulator. Full use of the cargo simulator will be made introducing actual scenarios for loading / discharging /ballast / tank cleaning operations.
The course is designated for Chief Officers and Second officers who are to be promoted to Chief Officer position in near future.
To enhance the knowledge, cargo handling skills including company procedures of the officers having direct responsibility for cargo, ballast and tank cleaning operations, to meet the required standards.
The course is open to Chief Officer and Second Officers who are in possession of Oil Tanker Operations certificate and are familiar with the cargo handling principles.
- Cargo Planning with practical exercises
- Ship / Shore Interface
- Procedures arrival port
- Calculation of acceptable load rates
- Topping off
- Securing the vessel for sea
- Voyage documentation
- Ballast water management
- Discharge Plan
- Ship-Ship transfer
- Vetting inspections
- Presentation on TMSA
- Dry-dock Planning and Preparation