Advanced Training for Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations (Classroom and Synchronous e-learning)

Course Outline

1. Describe the chemical and physical properties of cargoes, as well as hazards and control measures associated with carrying chemicals on-board tankers
2. Explain what is involved in safely operating and monitoring cargo on-board chemical tankers
3. Apply health, safety, and environmental precautions for working on chemical tankers
4. Perform and monitor safe chemical tanker cargo operations, in compliance with legislative requirements

• Knowledge of Chemical Tanker Designs, Systems and Equipment
  
• Knowledge of Pump Theory and Characteristics, including Types of Cargo Pumps and their Safe Operation
  
• Proficiency in Tanker Safety Culture and Implementation of Safety Management System
  
• Knowledge and Understanding of Monitoring and Safety Systems, including the Emergency Shutdown System
  
• Ability to Perform Cargo Measurements and Calculations
  
• Knowledge of Effect of Bulk Liquid Cargoes on Trim and Stability, as well as Structural Integrity
  
• Knowledge and Understanding of Chemical Cargo-Related Operations
  
• Development and Application of Cargo-Related Operation Plans, Procedures, and Checklists
  
• Ability to Calibrate and Use Monitoring Gas-Detection Systems, Instruments, and Equipment
  
• Ability to Manage and Supervise Personnel with Cargo-Related Responsibilities
  
• Knowledge and Understanding of the Chemical and Physical Properties of Noxious Liquid Substances
  
• Understanding the Information Contained in a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
  
• Knowledge and Understanding the Hazards and Control Measures Associated with Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations
  
• Knowledge and Understanding Dangers of Non-Compliance with Relevant Rules/Regulations
  
• Knowledge and Understanding Safe Working Practices, including Risk Assessment and Personal Shipboard Safety Relevant to Chemical Tankers
  
• Knowledge and Understanding Chemical Tanker Emergency Procedures
  
• Actions to be Taken Following Collision, Grounding, or Spillage
  
• Knowledge of Medical First-Aid Procedures On-Board Chemical Tankers, with Reference to the Medical First Aid Guide for Use in Accidents involving Dangerous Goods (MFAG)
  
• Understanding Procedures to Prevent Pollution of the Atmosphere and Environment
  
• Knowledge and Understanding Relevant Provisions of the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) and Other Relevant IMO Instruments, Industry Guidelines, and Port Regulations as Commonly Applied
  
• Proficiency in Use of the IBC Code and Related Documents