Advanced training for chemical tanker cargo operations, CTT (A-V/1-1-3) (1 cr)

Objective

Knowledge and understanding of and proficiency in:
- safely performing and monitoring all cargo operations
- physical and chemical properties of chemical cargoes
- taking precautions to prevent hazards
- applying occupational health and safety precautions
- responding to emergencies
- taking precautions to prevent pollution of the environment
- monitoring compliance with legislative requirements

Content

- chemical tanker design, systems and equipment
- pump theory and characteristics, including types of cargo pumps and their safe operation
- tanker safety culture and implementation of a safety-management system
- monitoring and safety systems, including the emergency shutdown
- cargo measurements and calculations
- effect of bulk liquid cargoes on trim, stability and structural integrity
- cargo-related operations, plans, procedures and checklists
- calibration and use of monitoring and gas-detection systems, instruments and equipment
- management and supervision of personnel concerning cargo-related responsibilities
- physical and chemical properties of oil cargoes and information provided by MSDS
- hazards and control measures associated with chemical tanker cargo operations
- safe working practices, risk assessment and personal shipboard safety relevant to oil tankers including enclosed spaces, work permits and precautions
- chemical tanker emergency procedures
- actions to be taken following collision, grounding or spillage
- first aid procedures on board tankers
- procedures to prevent pollution of the atmosphere and the environment
- MARPOL, common industry guidelines and port regulations

Course material

IBC, Safety Guide: Chemicals, (Learn)

Study forms and methods

Scheduled track:
You will attend teaching and guidance sessions as specified in the schedule. Lectures and exercises.

Independent track:
N/A

Blended track:
N/A

RDI and work-related cooperation

The lectures and exercises in the course will cover examples from working life.

Timing of exams and assignments

Exams and other tasks to be assessed are agreed upon at the start

International cooperation

N/A

Student workload

The tasks for the course are to be completed during the intensive session or immediately after it. 1 credit corresponds to approximately 27 hours of student work.

Evaluation scale

Approved/Failed

Assessment methods and criteria

100% attendance. Approved performance.

Qualifications

Basic training for oil and chemical tanker cargo operations, BTTP (A-V/1-1-1)

Further information

Participation in all lessons and training sessions is obligatory.