1.03 (Ottobre 2015) - Model Course On Advanced Training For Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations (Secretariat)

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SUB-COMMITTEE ON HUMAN ELEMENT,

TRAINING AND WATCHKEEPING
3rd session
Agenda item 3
HTW 3/3/1
23 October 2015
Original: ENGLISH
VALIDATED MODEL TRAINING COURSES

Model Course on Advanced Training for Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations
Note by the Secretariat
SUMMARY
Executive summary:
This document provides the draft of a revised model course on

Advanced Training for Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations
Strategic direction:
5.2
High-level action:
5.2.2
Planned output:
5.2.2.3
Action to be taken:
Paragraph 3
Related documents:
STW 40/14; HTW 2/3/1 and HTW 2/19
1
Attached in the annex is a draft revised model course on Advanced Training for
Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations.
2
As instructed by the Sub-Committee at its second session, this model course was
referred to the Correspondence Group coordinated by the United States, for further revision to
reflect closely the requirements of the 2010 Manila Amendments.
Action requested of the Sub-Committee
3
The Sub-Committee is invited to consider the above information and take action, as
appropriate.
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ANNEX
PART 1
DRAFT REVISED IMO MODEL COURSE ON

ADVANCED TRAINING FOR CHEMICAL TANKER CARGO OPERATIONS
MODEL
COURSE
1.03
ADVANCED TRAINING
FOR CHEMICAL TANKER
CARGO OPERATIONS
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
This course for Advanced Training for Chemical Tanker Cargo
operations is based on material developed by Anglo Eastern
Maritime Training Centre, Mumbai, for IMO.
IMO wishes to express its sincere appreciation to the Government

of India for its provision of expert assistance, valuable cooperation
in support of this work.
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Contents
Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 4
Part A: Course Framework ................................................................................................. 7
Part B: Course Outline ...................................................................................................... 21
Part C: Detailed Teaching Syllabus ................................................................................... 28
Part D: Instructor's Manual ............................................................................................... 76
APPENDIX 1 Diagrams ............................................................................................... 84
APPENDIX 2 Exercises ............................................................................................. 131
APPENDIX 3 Case Studies ....................................................................................... 138
Part E: Evaluation............................................................................................................ 142
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Introduction
Purpose of the model courses
The purpose of the IMO model course is to assist maritime training institutes and their teaching
staff in organizing and introducing new training courses or in enhancing, updating or
supplementing existing training material where the quality and effectiveness of the training
courses may thereby be improved. The purpose is also to enhance the capabilities of
shipboard personnel who sail on specialized carriers such as a chemical tanker. It is not the
intention of the course to compartmentalize the trainee's way of thinking in terms of tanker
operation. The idea is to make him/her aware of the specialization of operations specific to a
chemical tanker and, sensitize him/her towards the responsibilities that he/she will have to
assume on such a vessel.
It is not the intention of the model course programme to present instructors with a rigid
"teaching package" which they are expected to "follow blindly". Nor is it the intention to
substitute the instructor's presence by audio-visual or "programmed" material. As in all training
endeavours, the knowledge, skills and dedication of the instructors are the key components in
the transfer of knowledge and skills to those being trained through IMO model course material.
For those following planned training schemes approved by the administration, it is intended
that this training may form an integral part of the overall training plan and be complementary
to other studies. The training may be undertaken in progressive stages; for such candidates,
it is not appropriate to specify the duration of the learning, provided achievement of the
specified learning outcomes is properly assessed and recorded.
Because educational systems and cultural backgrounds of trainees in maritime subjects vary
considerably from country to country, the model course material has been designed to identify
the basic entry requirements and trainee target group for each course in universally applicable
terms, and to specify clearly the technical content and levels of knowledge and skills necessary
to meet the technical intent of IMO conventions and related recommendations.
By successfully completing this course the masters, officers and others on board chemical
tankers who are intending to have immediate responsibilities for the cargo handling in port and
care in transit will fulfil one of the mandatory minimum requirements of regulation V/1-1,
paragraph 5 of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and
Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978, as amended (STCW Convention). The coverage of the
model course is wide in scope and includes chemical tanker safety, fire safety measures and
systems, prevention and control of pollution, operational practice and obligations under
applicable laws and regulations, thereby covering all training necessary to apply the provisions
of Annex II of MARPOL, as amended. In addition, the course covers the managerial aspects
on board including a section on risk assessment and safety management, as well as
contingency planning in line with the ISM Code.
In order to keep the training programme up to date in future, it is essential that users provide
feedback. New information to be provided should include amended ISM Code requirements in
order to provide better training in safety at sea and protection of the marine environment.
Information, comments and suggestions should be sent to the Head of Maritime Training and
Human Element at IMO, London.
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Use of the model course

The instructor should review the course plan and detailed syllabus, taking into account the
information provided under the entry standards specified in the course framework. The actual
level of knowledge and skills and the prior technical education of the trainees should be kept
in mind during the review, and any areas within the detailed syllabus which may cause
difficulties because of differences between the actual trainee entry level and that assumed by
the course designers should be identified. To compensate for such differences, the instructor
is expected to delete from the course, or to reduce the emphasis on, items concerning
knowledge or skills already attained by the trainees. They should also identify any academic
knowledge, skills or technical training which they may not have acquired.
Though lecture and demonstration time may be adjusted to better suit class and student needs
based on previous experience, care should be taken not to alter or abbreviate practical
assessments. As an advanced level course, these assessments establish trainee baseline
competency and represent the minimum knowledge required for the subject. The instructor,
using his/her professional judgment, can analyse the detailed syllabus and the academic
knowledge required to allow training in the technical area to proceed. The instructor can then
design the appropriate pre-entry course or, alternatively, insert the elements of academic
knowledge required to support the technical training elements concerned at appropriate times
during the technical course.
This course is designed to strictly adhere to the requirements of the STCW Convention and
related Code, including the 2010 Manila amendments, and builds upon the knowledge and
skills included in the IMO Model Course 1.01 on "Basic training for oil and chemical tanker
cargo operations". The diagrams and learning objectives included in the basic course may also
be used to assist in the development of training material for the "Advanced training for chemical
tanker operations" course.
Adjustment of the course objective, scope and content may also be necessary if in a country's
maritime industry the trainees completing the course are to undertake duties which differ from
the course objective specified in this model course.
Within the course plan, the course designers have indicated assessment of the time that should
be allotted to each area of learning. However, it must be appreciated that these allocations
assume that the trainees have fully met all entry requirements of the course. The instructor
should therefore review these assessments and may need to reallocate the time required to
achieve each specific learning objective or training outcome.
Aims
This course provides training to candidates to be duly qualified in accordance with

section A-V/1-1, paragraph 3 of the STCW Code and with specific duties for loading, unloading
and care in transit of chemical tanker cargoes. It comprises an advanced training programme
appropriate to their duties, including chemical tanker safety, fire safety measures, pollution
prevention, safe operational practices and obligations under applicable rules and regulations.
The course covers the competence requirements as given in table A-V/1-1-3 of the
STCW Code.
This course addresses:
Advanced level of familiarization with the equipment, instrumentation and

controls used for cargo handling on a chemical tanker;
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A greater awareness of the need of proper planning, use of checklists for

various cargo handling operations;
An enhanced awareness to apply safe procedures at all times when carrying out
the various operations on board a chemical tanker;
An acquisition of experience in identifying operational problems and solving them;
An improvement in the ability to promote safety culture and protection of the
marine environment; and
An increased ability to assist and coordinate response measures during
emergencies.
Lesson plans
After adjusting the course content, if so required, to suit the trainee intake and any revision of
the course objectives, the instructor can then draw up lesson plans based on the detailed
syllabus. The detailed syllabus contains specific references to the textbooks or teaching
material proposed to be used in the course. Where no adjustment has been found necessary
in the acquisition of knowledge and proficiency of the detailed syllabus, the lesson plans may
simply consist of the detailed syllabus with keywords or other reminders added to assist the
instructor in making his/her presentation of the material.
Presentation
The presentation of concepts and methodologies must be repeated in various ways until testing
and evaluating the trainee's performance and achievements satisfy the instructor that the
trainee has attained the required proficiency under each specific learning or training objective.
The syllabus is laid out in the form of acquiring knowledge, understanding and proficiency
(KUP) format and each objective specifies what the trainee must be able to demonstrate to
meet the learning or training objective. Holistically, these objectives aim to meet the
knowledge, understanding and proficiency specified in the appropriate tables of the STCW
Code.
Implementation
For the course to be effective considerable attention must be paid to the availability of:
-
Properly qualified instructors;

Support staff;
Rooms and other spaces;
Simulators and other equipment;
Textbooks, technical papers, and
Other reference materials.
Thorough preparation on part of the instructor is the key to successful implementation of the
course. IMO has published "Guidance on the Implementation of IMO Model Courses" which
can be considered for the development of course material.
In certain cases, the requirements for some or all of the training in a subject are covered by
another IMO model course. In these cases, the specific part of the STCW Code which applies
is given and the user is referred to the other model course.
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Part A: Course Framework
Scope
This course provides training for masters, chief engineer officers, chief mates, second engineer
officers and any person with immediate responsibility for loading, unloading, care in transit,
handling of cargo, tank cleaning or other cargo-related operations on chemical tankers.
It comprises an advanced training programme appropriate to their duties on chemical tankers
for their ability to imbibe a safety culture to perform and monitor all cargo operations, familiarity
with properties of chemical cargoes, take precautions to prevent hazards, apply health and
safety precautions, respond to emergencies, fire safety measures, take precautions to prevent
pollution of the environment, and monitor and control compliance with legislative requirements.
The course takes full account of section A-V/1-1, paragraph 3 of the STCW Code.
This training may be given on board or ashore. It can be supplemented by practical training on
board or wherever possible on simulators in training institutions or in a suitable shore-based
installation.
Objective
Those successfully completing the Advanced training in chemical tanker cargo operations
course should therefore meet the training requirements in accordance with regulation V/1-1 of
the STCW Convention, paragraph 6.3.
Entry standards
This course is open to any person who intends to have immediate responsibility for loading,
unloading, care in transit, handling of cargo, tank cleaning or other cargo-related operations
on chemical tankers. It comprises of seafarers who have qualified in accordance with
regulation V/1-1, paragraph 6.1 of the STCW Convention.
Course certificate
Upon successful completion of the course, the trainee should be issued a course completion
document for "Advanced training for chemical tanker cargo operations".
Course intake limitations
The number of trainees should not exceed 20 and practical training should be undertaken in
small groups of not more than eight.
Staff requirements
The instructor shall have appropriate training in instructional techniques and training methods
(section A-I/6 STCW Code). It is recommended that all training and instruction is given by
qualified personnel experienced in the handling and characteristics of chemical cargoes and
the safety procedures involved. Staff may be recruited among deck officers and engineer
officers of chemical tankers, and/or fleet superintendents as appropriate.
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Teaching facilities and equipment
Ordinary classroom facilities and the ability to project visual aids are sufficient for most of the
course content. However, dedicated computer-based training (CBT) modules to be run on an
ordinary PC as well as exercises on an operational, hands-on liquid cargo handling simulator,
will greatly enhance the quality and result of the course. In such cases sufficient PCs for use
by one or two trainees will be required. In addition, appropriate audio-visual equipment will be
required if using audio-visual aids in the teaching program.
The following equipment should be available:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Resuscitator;
Breathing apparatus;
Portable oxygen meter;
Portable combustible-gas detector;
Portable tank scope / multi-point flammable gas (infrared gas analyser);
Portable toxic-gas detector and chemical absorption tubes;
Portable multi-gas detector;
Personal multi-gas detector; and
Tank evacuation equipment.
Due to the relatively high cost of obtaining and maintaining items 3 to 8 respective
Administrations may approve the use of simulator-based equipment to replace some or all of
the gas measuring equipment, provided that the training and competency assessments can
be thoroughly and accurately completed.
Use of Simulators
The STCW Convention and related Code set standards regarding the performance and use of
simulators for mandatory training, assessment or demonstration of competence. The general
performance standards for simulators used in training and for simulators used in assessment
of competence are given in section A-l/12 of the STCW Code. Simulator-based training and
assessment is not a mandatory requirement for this "Advanced training for chemical tanker
cargo operations" course. However, it is widely recognized that well-designed lessons and
exercises can improve the effectiveness of training.
If using simulator-based training, instructors should ensure that the aims and objective of these
sessions are defined within the overall training programme and that tasks are selected so as
to relate, as closely as possible, to shipboard tasks and practices. Instructors should refer to
section A-I/12, Parts 1 and 2.
Note: Some administrations may require additional training at sea or ashore to meet national
regulations.
Design
The core technical and academic knowledge, understanding and proficiency are set out in
table A-V/1-1-3 of the STCW Code, as shown below.
The content of the model course is designed to suit the instructors teaching this course to
facilitate optimum delivery and ensuring a high degree of consistency and adherence to the
STCW Convention and its related Code leading to certification in advanced training for
chemical tanker cargo operations.
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The flow of topics mentioned in the Detailed Teaching Syllabus (Part C) is thus reflecting how
the instructor should design the course and delivery and is for guidance only.
To show consistency and adherence to the STCW Convention and as given in table A-V/1-1-3
of the STCW Code, a mapping is provided below for ease of reference showing STCW
competencies and training outcomes and the topics covered in this model course.
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Table A-V/1-1-3 STCW Code and corresponding IMO Model course 1.03 topics
No
1
Table A-V/1-1-3 STCW Code

Competence
Knowledge, understanding and
proficiency
Ability to
1.0 Knowledge of chemical tanker
safely perform
designs, systems, and
and monitor all
equipment, including:
cargo
1.1 general arrangement and
operations
construction
1.2 pumping arrangement and
equipment
1.3 tank construction and
arrangement
1.4 pipeline and drainage systems
1.5 tank and cargo pipeline
pressure and temperature
control systems and alarms
1.6 gauging control systems and
alarms
1.7 gas-detecting systems
1.8 cargo heating and cooling
systems
1.9 tank cleaning systems
1.10 cargo tank environmental
control systems
1.11 ballast systems
1.12 cargo area venting and
accommodation ventilation
1.13 vapour return/recovery systems
1.14 firefighting systems
No
1
IMO Model course 1.03

proficiency
Knowledge
of 1.0
chemical tanker
designs, systems 1.1 general arrangement and
and equipment
construction
1.2 pumping arrangement and
equipment
1.3 tank construction and
arrangement
1.4 pipeline and drainage systems
1.5 tank and cargo pipeline pressure
and temperature control systems
and alarms
1.6 gauging control systems and
alarms
1.7 gas-detecting systems
1.8 cargo heating and cooling
systems
1.9 tank cleaning systems
1.10 cargo tank environmental control
systems
1.11 ballast systems
1.12 cargo area venting and
1.13 vapour return/recovery systems
1.14 firefighting systems
Topic
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No

Competence
proficiency
1.15 tank, pipeline and fittings'
material and coatings
1.16 slop management
2.0 Knowledge of pump theory and
characteristics, including types
of cargo pumps and their safe
operation
No
3.0
Proficiency in tanker safety

culture and implementation of
safety management system
4.0
Knowledge and understanding

of monitoring and safety
systems, including the
emergency shutdown system
5.0
Ability to perform cargo

measurements and calculations
6.0
Knowledge of the effect of bulk

liquid cargoes on trim and
stability and structural integrity

proficiency
1.15 tank, pipeline and fittings'
material and coatings
1.16 slop management
Knowledge of
2.0
pump theory and
characteristics,
including types of
cargo pumps and
their safe
operation
Proficiency in
3.0
tanker safety
culture and
implementation of
safety
management
system
Knowledge and
4.0
understanding of
monitoring and
safety systems,
including the
emergency
shutdown system
Ability to perform 5.0
cargo
measurements
and calculations
Knowledge of the 6.0
effect of bulk
liquid cargoes on
Topic
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No

Competence
proficiency
7.0
7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
7.5
7.6
7.7
7.8
7.9
7.10
7.11
7.12
7.13

of chemical cargo-related
operations, including:
loading and unloading plans
ballasting and deballasting
tank cleaning operations
tank atmosphere control
inerting
gas-freeing
ship-to-ship transfers
inhibition and stabilization
requirements
heating and cooling
requirements and
consequences to adjacent
cargoes
cargo compatibility and
segregation
high-viscosity cargoes
cargo residue operations
operational tank entry
No

proficiency
trim and stability
and structural
integrity
Topic
Knowledge and
understanding of
chemical cargorelated
operations
7.0
7.1
7.2
7.3
loading and unloading plans

ballasting and deballasting
tank cleaning operations /
prewash operations
7.4
7.5
7.6
7.7
7.8
tank atmosphere control

inerting
gas-freeing
ship-to-ship transfers
inhibition and stabilization
requirements
7.9 heating and cooling
requirements and consequences
to adjacent cargoes
7.10 cargo compatibility and
segregation
7.11 high-viscosity cargoes
7.12 cargo residue operations
7.13 operational tank entry
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No

Competence
proficiency
8.0 Development and application of
cargo-related operation plans,
procedures and checklists
Familiarity with
physical and
chemical
properties of
chemical
cargoes
No
8
9.0
Ability to calibrate and use

monitoring and gas-detection
systems, instruments and
equipment
10.0
Ability to manage and

supervise personnel with
cargo-related responsibilities
10
11.0 Knowledge and understanding

of the chemical and the physical
properties of noxious liquid
substances, including:
11.1 chemical cargoes categories
(corrosive, toxic, flammable,
explosive)
11.2 chemical groups and industrial
usage
11.3 reactivity of cargoes
11

proficiency
Development and 8.0
application of
cargo-related
operation plans,
procedures and
checklists
Ability to calibrate 9.0
and use
monitoring and
gas-detection
systems,
instruments and
equipment
Ability to manage 10.0
and supervise
personnel with
cargo-related
responsibilities
Knowledge and
11.0
understanding of
the chemical and
the physical
11.1 chemical cargoes categories
properties of
(corrosive, toxic, flammable,
noxious liquid
explosive)
substances
11.2 chemical groups and industrial
usage
11.3 reactivity of cargoes
Topic
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No

Competence
proficiency
12.0 Understanding the information
contained in a Material Safety
Data Sheet (MSDS)
Take
precautions to
prevent
hazards
Apply
occupational
health and
No
12

of the hazards and control
measures associated with
chemical tanker cargo
operations , including:
13.1 flammability and explosion
13.2 toxicity
13.3 health hazards
13.4 inert gas composition
13.5 electrostatic hazards
13.6 reactivity
13.7 corrosivity
13.8 low-boiling-point cargoes
13.9 high-density cargoes
13.10 solidifying cargoes
13.11 polymerizing cargoes
of dangers of non-compliance
with relevant rules/regulations
13

of safe working practices,
including risk assessment and
15
14

proficiency
Understanding
12.0
the information
contained in a
Material Safety
data Sheet
(MSDS)
Knowledge and 13.0
understanding
of the
hazards and
control
13.1 flammability and explosion
measures
associated with 13.2 toxicity
chemical tanker 13.3 health hazards
13.4 inert gas composition
cargo
13.5 electrostatic hazards
operations
13.6 reactivity
13.7 corrosivity
13.8 low-boiling-point cargoes
13.9 high-density cargoes
13.10 solidifying cargoes
13.11 polymerizing cargoes
Knowledge and 14.0
understanding
of dangers of
non-compliance
with relevant
rules/regulations
Knowledge and 15.0
understanding
of safe working
practices,
Topic
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No

Competence
proficiency
safety
personal shipboard safety
precautions
relevant to chemical tankers:
15.1
15.2
15.3
15.4
15.5
5
Respond to
emergencies
16.0
16.1
16.2
16.3
16.4
16.5
16.6
16.7
16.8
No
precautions to be taken when

entering enclosed spaces,
including correct use of
different types of breathing
apparatus
precautions to be taken before
and during repair and
maintenance work
precautions for hot and cold
work
precautions for electrical safety
use of appropriate Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE)
of chemical tanker emergency
procedures, including:
ship emergency response
plans
cargo operations emergency
shutdown
actions to be taken in the event
of failure of systems or
services essential to cargo
firefighting on chemical tankers
enclosed space rescue
cargo reactivity
jettisoning cargo
use of a Material Safety Data
Sheet (MSDS)
16

proficiency
including risk
assessment and
15.1 precautions to be taken when
personal
entering enclosed spaces,
shipboard safety
including correct use of different
relevant to
types of breathing apparatus
chemical
tankers
15.2 precautions to be taken before
and during repair and
maintenance work
15.3 precautions for hot and cold
work
15.4 precautions for electrical safety
15.5 use of appropriate Personal
Topic
Knowledge and
understanding
of chemical
tanker
emergency
procedures
16.0
16.1
ship emergency response plans
16.2
cargo operations emergency

shutdown
actions to be taken in the event
of failure of systems or services
essential to cargo
firefighting on chemical tankers
enclosed space rescue
cargo reactivity
jettisoning cargo
use of a Material Safety Data
Sheet (MSDS)
16.3
16.4
16.5
16.6
16.7
16.8
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No

Competence
proficiency
17.0 Actions to be taken following
collision, grounding or spillage
No
17
18.0 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)
18
Take
precautions to
prevent
pollution of the
environment
19.0 Understanding of procedures to

prevent pollution of the
atmosphere and the
environment
19
Monitor and
control
compliance
with legislative
requirements

of relevant provisions of the
International Convention for the
Prevention of Pollution from
Ships (MARPOL) and other
relevant IMO instruments,
industry guidelines and port
20

proficiency
Actions to be
17.0
taken following
collision,
grounding or
spillage
Knowledge of
18.0
medical first-aid
procedures on
board chemical
tankers, with
reference to the
Medical First
Aid Guide for
Use in
Accidents
involving
Dangerous
Goods (MFAG)
Topic
Understanding
19.0
of procedures to
prevent pollution
of the
atmosphere and
the environment
Knowledge and 20.0
understanding
of relevant
provisions of the
International
Convention for
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No

Competence
proficiency
regulations as commonly
applied
21.0 Proficiency in the use of the IBC

Code and related documents
No
21

proficiency
the Prevention
of Pollution from
Ships
(MARPOL) and
other relevant
IMO
instruments,
industry
guidelines and
port regulations
as commonly
applied
Proficiency in
21.0
the use of the
IBC Code and
related
documents
Topic
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Teaching Aids (A)
Note: Other equivalent teaching aids may be used as deemed fit by the instructor.
A1
A2
A3
A4
A5
A6
A7
A8
A9
A10
A11
A12
A13
A14
Instructor's Manual (Part D of this course)

Resuscitator
Breathing apparatus
Portable oxygen meter
Portable combustible-gas detector
Portable tank scope / multi-point flammable gas (infrared gas analyser)
Portable toxic-gas detector and chemical absorption tubes
Portable multi-gas detector
Personal multi-gas detector
Tank evacuation equipment
Audio-visual equipment for power point presentations
Chemical tanker cargo and ballast water handling simulator
White board
Videos
IMO references (R)
Note: References should be latest versions
R1
R2
R3
R4
R5
R6
R7
R8
International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974 (SOLAS 1974)
International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and
Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978, as amended (STCW Convention)
International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, 1973
(MARPOL Convention)
Inert Gas Systems (IG Systems )
Medical First Aid Guide for Use in Accidents involving Dangerous Goods
(MFAG)
International Safety Management Code (ISM Code)
International Code for Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code)
International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying
Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (IBC Code)
Textbooks (T)
Note: Other textbooks may be used as deemed fit by the instructor.

T1
International Chamber of Shipping (2014) ICS Tanker Safety Guide

(Chemicals), 4th ed., London: International Chamber of Shipping.
Bibliography (B)
B1
B2
International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals (ISGOTT). 5th ed.
[London, Witherby and Co. Ltd. (32/36 Aylesbury Street, London, EC1 R OET,
U.K),1996] (ISBN 1-85609-081-7)
Basic Safe Tanker Handbook for Oil, Chemicals, LPG and LNG, Edition 2013
Capt. KSD Mistree, MEHEREX Publication, 21, Royal Accord IV,
Lokhandwala, Andheri (W), Mumbai - 400 053. India.
Tel.: 91 9821369865, Email: mkmistree@yahoo.co.in
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B3
B4
B5
B6
B7
Ship to Ship Transfer Guide for Petroleum, Chemicals and Liquefied Gases
(OCIMF, CDI, SIGGTO) Witherby Seamanship International Ltd
(ISBN 10: 1856095940)
Drger-Tube Handbook, Drger-Tube Handbook 11th ed. (Drger
Sicherheitstechnik GmbH, Revalstrasse 1, D-23560 Lbeck, Germany, 1998)
(ISBN 3-926762-06-3)
Measures to Prevent Accidental Pollution, INTERTANKO, Measures to
Prevent Accidental Pollution, 1990
Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seamen, Consolidated Edition
2010, Published for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency under licence from
the Controller of Her Majesty's Stationery Office (ISBN-978-0-11-553170-5).
Tanker Management Self-Assessment, Witherby Publications,
32/36 Aylesbury Street London. www.witherbys.com ISBN 10: 1905331231
ISBN 13: 9781905331239
Videos DVDs, CD ROMs, CBT's (V)
Note: Other equivalent videos, CD-ROMs, CBT's may be used as deemed fit by the instructor.
VC1 Portable gas detection equipment calibration procedures
Available from:
KARCO Website: http://www.karco.in
Email: karco@karcoservices.com
Contact Person: Capt. Pravesh Diwan
Telephone: + 91-22-67101229
VC2 Tanker safety depends on you
Available from:
NATIONAL AUDIO VISUAL CENTER
National Technical Information Service
5301 Shawnee Rd, Alexandria, VA 22312
Email: orders@ntis.gov
VC3 Videotel: Operation and maintenance of inert gas systems
VC4 Videotel: The ship/shore interface
VC5 Videotel: Tanker practices series
cargo - part 4 Code No: 504
VC6 Videotel: Permit to work Code No: 621
VC7 Videotel: Entry into enclosed spaces (edition 2) Code No: 682
VC8 Videotel: Personal safety on tankers (edition 2), Code No: 970
Available from:
Videotel Marine International
84 Newman Street, London W1T 3EU, UK
Tel:
+44(0) 20 72991800
Fax:
+44(0) 207299 1818
Email: mail@videotelmail.com
URL: www.videotel.co.uk
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VC9 Static electricity on board tankers DVD
Available from:
KARCO Website: http://www.karco.in
Email: karco@karcoservices.com
Contact Person: Capt. Pravesh Diwan
Telephone: 91-22-67101229
VC10 Videotel: Vapour emission control Code No: 1118
VC11 Videotel: Chemical Fire Hazard Management - Edition 2
Available from:
Videotel Marine International
84 Newman Street, London W1T 3EU, UK
Tel:
+44(0) 20 72991800
Fax:
+44(0) 207299 1818
Email: mail@videotelmail.com
URL: www.videotel.co.uk
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Part B: Course Outline
Lectures
As far as possible, lectures should be presented within a familiar context and should make use
of practical examples. They should be well-illustrated with diagrams, photographs, charts
where appropriate, and be related to the matter trainees may have learned during seagoing
time.
An effective manner of presentation is to develop a technique of giving information and then
consolidating it. For example, first trainees should be briefed what will be presented to them;
then the topic is covered in detail; and finally, a summary of what was presented should follow.
The use of audio-visual equipment and the distribution of copies of the presentation as
trainees' handouts contribute to the learning process.
Course Outline
The tables that follow list the competencies and areas of knowledge, understanding and
proficiency, together with the estimated total hours required for lectures and practical
exercises. There are seven competencies which are subdivided into 21 areas of knowledge,
understanding and proficiency.
Teaching staff should note that timings are suggestions only and should be adapted to suit
individual groups of trainees depending on their experience, ability, equipment and staff
available for training.
COURSE OUTLINE
Knowledge, understanding and proficiency
Total
hours for
lectures
COMPETENCE 1: Ability to safely perform and monitor all cargo operations

1
Knowledge of chemical tanker designs, systems, and
equipment(*)
1.1
General arrangement and construction(*)
1.2
Pumping arrangement and equipment(*)
1.3
Tank construction and arrangement(*)
1.4
Pipeline and drainage systems(*)
1.5
Tank and cargo pipeline pressure and temperature
control systems and alarms(*)
1.6
Gauging control systems and alarms(*)
1.7
Gas-detecting systems(*)
1.8
Cargo heating and cooling systems(*)
1.9
Tank cleaning systems(*)
1.10
Cargo tank environmental control systems(*)
1.11
Ballast systems(*)
1.12
Cargo area venting and accommodation
ventilation(*)
1.13
Vapour return/recovery systems(*)
0.5
1.14
Firefighting systems(#)
0.5
1.15
Tank, pipeline and fittings' material and coatings
0.25
1.16
Slop management
0.25
Total hours
for
practicals
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
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Total
hours for
lectures
Knowledge of pump theory and characteristics,

including types of cargo pumps and their safe operation
1.5
Proficiency in tanker safety culture and implementation

of safety management system
1.5
Knowledge and understanding of monitoring and safety

systems, including the emergency shutdown system
1.5
Ability to perform cargo measurements and

calculations
6*
Knowledge of the effect of bulk liquid cargoes on trim

and stability and structural integrity(*)
Knowledge and understanding of chemical cargorelated operations

7.1*
7.2*
7.3*
7.4*
7.5*
7.6*
7.7
7.8
7.9
7.10
7.11
7.12
7.13
Loading and unloading plans

Ballasting and deballasting
Tank cleaning operations / prewash operations
Tank atmosphere control
Inerting
Gas-freeing
Ship-to-ship transfers
Inhibition and stabilization requirements
Heating and cooling requirements and
consequences to adjacent cargoes
Cargo compatibility and segregation
High-viscosity cargoes
Cargo residue operations
Operational tank entry
1.5
1.5
1.5
3
1.5
1.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
Development and application of cargo-related operation

plans, procedures and checklists
Ability to calibrate and use monitoring and gasdetection systems, instruments and equipment
0.5
10
Ability to manage and supervise personnel with cargorelated responsibilities
1.5
Total hours
for
practicals
1.5
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Total
hours for
lectures
Total hours
for
practicals
COMPETENCE 2: Familiarity with physical and chemical properties of chemical cargoes

11
Knowledge and understanding of the chemical and the

physical properties of noxious liquid substances
11.1
0.5
11.2
Chemical cargoes categories (corrosive, toxic,

flammable, explosive)
Chemical groups and industrial usage
11.3
Reactivity of cargoes
0.5
0.5
12
Understanding the information contained in a Material

Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
COMPETENCE 3: Take precautions to prevent hazards
13
Knowledge and understanding of the hazards and

control measures associated with chemical tanker
cargo operations
13.1
13.2
13.3
13.4
13.5
13.6
13.7
13.8
13.9
13.10
13.11
14
1.5
Flammability and explosion

Toxicity
Health hazards
Inert gas composition
Electrostatic hazards
Reactivity
Corrosivity
Low-boiling-point cargoes
High-density cargoes
Solidifying cargoes
Polymerizing cargoes
Knowledge and understanding of dangers of noncompliance with relevant rules/regulations
1
0.5
0.25
0.50
0.25
0.25
0.25
0.25
0.25
0.5
0.5
1
COMPETENCE 4: Apply occupational health and safety precautions

15
Knowledge and understanding of safe working practices,

including risk assessment and personal shipboard
safety relevant to chemical tankers
15.1
15.2
15.3
15.4
15.5
Precautions to be taken when entering enclosed

spaces, including correct use of different types of
breathing apparatus
Precautions to be taken before and during repair
and maintenance work
Precautions for hot and cold work
Precautions for electrical safety
Use of appropriate Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE)
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
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Total
hours for
lectures
COMPETENCE 5: Respond to emergencies

16 Knowledge and understanding of chemical tanker
emergency procedures
16.1
Ship emergency response plans
16.2
Cargo operations emergency shutdown
16.3
Actions to be taken in the event of failure of
systems or services essential to cargo
16.4
Firefighting on chemical tankers
16.5
Enclosed space rescue
16.6
Cargo reactivity
16.7
Jettisoning cargo
16.8
Use of a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
Total hours
for
practicals
0.25
0.25
0.25
0.25
0.25
0.25
0.5
0.5
17
Actions to be taken following collision, grounding, or

0.5
spillage
18 Knowledge of medical first aid procedures on board
3
chemical tankers, with reference to the Medical First
Guide for Use in Accidents Involving Dangerous Goods
(MFAG)
COMPETENCE 6: Take precautions to prevent pollution of the environment
19 Understanding of procedures to prevent pollution of the
1.5
atmosphere and the environment
COMPETENCE 7: Monitor and control compliance with legislative requirements
20 Knowledge and understanding of relevant provisions of
1.5
the International Convention for the Prevention of
Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) and other relevant IMO
instruments, industry guidelines and port regulations as
commonly applied
21 Proficiency in the use of the IBC Code and related
3
documents
22 Case Studies
3
23 Test and Discussion
1.5
Subtotals
39.5
Total for the course
60
20.5
Notes
It is suggested that relevant topics which are marked with an asterisk (*) may be taught on a
simulator.
It is suggested that relevant topics which are marked with a hash (#) may be conducted
separately in any facility which can conduct practical exercises and instruction under approved
and truly realistic training conditions (e.g. simulated shipboard conditions).
Teaching staff should note that the hours for lectures and exercises are suggestions only as regards
sequence and length of time allocated to each objective. These factors may be adapted by lecturers to
suit individual groups of trainees depending on their experience, ability, equipment and staff available
for teaching.
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Course Timetable
The following timetable should be considered indicative and adjusted in accordance with the
needs of course participants. The topics should be covered, but with sufficient flexibility with
respect to extent and depth that takes into account the differing learning needs of the
participants.
Day 1
1.0 Knowledge of chemical tanker designs, systems, and equipment, including:

1.1* General arrangement and construction
1.2* Pumping arrangement and equipment
1.3* Tank construction and arrangement
1.4* Pipeline and drainage systems
1.5* Tank and cargo pipeline pressure and temperature control systems
and alarms
1.6* Gauging control systems and alarms
1.7* Gas-detecting systems
1.8* Cargo heating and cooling systems
1.9* Tank cleaning systems
1.10* Cargo tank environmental control systems
1.11* Ballast systems
1.12* Cargo area venting and accommodation ventilation
Day 2
1.13* Vapour return/recovery systems

1.14# Firefighting systems
1.15 Tank, pipeline and fittings' material and coatings
1.16 Slop management
13.0 Knowledge and understanding of the hazards and control measures
associated with chemical tanker cargo operations, including:
13.1 Flammability and explosion
13.2 Toxicity
13.3 Health hazards
13.4 Inert gas composition
13.5 Electrostatic hazards
13.6 Reactivity
13.7 Corrosivity
13.8 Low-boiling-point cargoes
13.9 High-density cargoes
13.10 Solidifying cargoes
13.11 Polymerizing cargoes
Day 3
11.0 Knowledge and understanding of the chemical and the physical properties
of noxious liquid substances
11.1 Chemical cargoes categories (corrosive, toxic, flammable, explosive)
11.2 Chemical groups and industrial usage
11.3 Reactivity of cargoes
12.0 Understanding the information contained in Material Safety Data Sheet
(MSDS)
2.0 Knowledge of pump theory and characteristics including types of cargo
pumps and their safe operation
3.0 Proficiency in tank safety culture and implementation of safety
management system
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Day 4
4.0 Knowledge and understanding of monitoring and safety systems including the
emergency shutdown system
7.0 Knowledge and understanding of chemical cargo-related operations
7.1* Loading and unloading plans
7.2* Ballasting and deballasting
Day 5
7.3* Tank cleaning operations / prewash operations

7.4* Tank atmosphere control
7.5* Inerting
7.6* Gas-freeing
7.7 Ship-to-ship transfers
7.8 Inhibition and stabilization requirements
7.9 Heating and cooling requirements and consequences to adjacent
cargoes
7.10 Cargo compatibility and segregation
7.11 High-viscosity cargoes
7.12 Cargo residue operations
Day 6
14.0 Knowledge and understanding of dangers of non-compliance with relevant

rules/regulations
7.13 Operational tank entry
8.0 Development and application of cargo-related operation plans, procedures
and checklists
9.0 Ability to calibrate and use monitoring and gas-detection systems,
instruments and equipment
10.0 Ability to manage and supervise personnel with cargo-related
responsibilities
Day 7
5.0 Ability to perform cargo measurements and calculations

6.0* Knowledge of the effect of bulk liquid cargoes on trim and stability and
structural integrity
15.0 Knowledge and understanding of safe working practices including risk
assessment and personal shipboard safety relevant to chemical tankers
15.1 Precautions to be taken when entering enclosed spaces including
correct use of different types of breathing apparatus
15.2 Precautions to be taken before and during repair and maintenance work
Day 8
15.3 Precautions for hot and cold work

15.4 Precautions for electrical safety
15.5 Use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
16.0 Knowledge and understanding of chemical tanker emergency procedures
16.1 Ship emergency response plans
16.2 Cargo operations emergency shutdown
16.3 Actions to be taken in the event of failure of systems or services
essential to cargo
16.4# Firefighting on chemical tankers
16.5 Enclosed space rescue
16.6 Cargo reactivity
16.7 Jettisoning cargo
16.8 Use of a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
17.0 Actions to be taken for loading collision, grounding or spillage
18.0 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)
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Day 9
18.0 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) (continuation)
19.0 Understanding of procedures to prevent pollution of the atmosphere and the
environment
20.0 Knowledge and understanding of 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
21.0 Proficiency in the use of the IBC Code and related documents
Day 10
21.0 Proficiency in the use of the IBC Code and related documents (continuation)
22.0 Case studies
23.0 Test and discussions
Note: Teaching staff should note timetables are suggestions only with regard to sequence and
length of time allocated to each objective. These factors may be adapted by instructors to suit
individual groups of trainees depending on their experience and ability balanced with the
equipment and staff available for training. Though lecture and demonstration time may be
adjusted to better suit class and trainees' needs based on previous experience care should be
taken not to alter or abbreviate practical assessments.
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Part C: Detailed Teaching Syllabus
Introduction
The detailed teaching syllabus is presented as a series of learning objectives. The objective,
therefore, describes what the trainee must do to demonstrate that the specified knowledge or
skill has been transferred.
Thus each training outcome is supported by a number of related performance elements in
which the trainee is required to be proficient. The teaching syllabus shows the required
performance expected of the trainee in the tables that follow.
In order to assist the instructor, references are shown to indicate IMO references and
publications as wells as textbooks and teaching aids that instructors may wish to use in
preparing and presenting their lessons.
The material listed in the course framework has been used to structure the detailed teaching
syllabus, in particular:
Teaching aids (indicated by A) which includes:

IMO references (indicated by R)
Textbooks (indicated by T) and
Bibliography (indicated by B)
which will provide valuable information to instructors.
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COMPETENCE 1
Ability to safely perform and monitor all cargo operations
TRAINING OUTCOMES:
Demonstrates knowledge, understanding and proficiency of:
1
Chemical tanker designs, systems, and equipment,

including:
1.1*
General arrangement and construction
1.2*
Pumping arrangement and equipment
1.3*
Tank construction and arrangement
1.4*
Pipeline and drainage systems
1.5*
Tank and cargo pipeline pressure and
temperature control systems and alarms
1.6*
Gauging control systems and alarms
1.7*
Gas-detecting systems
1.8*
Cargo heating and cooling systems
1.9*
Tank cleaning systems
1.10*
Cargo tank environmental control systems
1.11*
Ballast systems
1.12*
Cargo area venting and accommodation
ventilation
1.13*
Vapour return/recovery systems
1.14#
Firefighting systems
1.15
Tank, pipeline and fittings' material and coatings
1.16
Slop management
Pump theory and characteristics, including types of

cargo pumps and their safe operation
Tanker safety culture and implementation of safety

management system
Monitoring and safety systems, including the emergency

shutdown system
Cargo measurements and calculations: Exercise
6*
Effect of bulk liquid cargoes on trim and stability and

structural integrity. Exercise on Simulators
Chemical cargo-related operations, including:

7.1*
7.2*
7.3*
Tank cleaning operations / prewash operations
7.4*
7.5*
Inerting
7.6*
Gas-freeing
7.7
7.8
Inhibition and stabilization requirements
7.9
Heating and cooling requirements and
consequences to adjacent cargoes
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7.10
7.11
7.12
7.13
Cargo compatibility and segregation

Development and application of cargo-related operation

plans, procedures and checklists
Calibrate and use monitoring and gas-detection systems,

10
Manage and supervise personnel with cargo-related

responsibilities
Note: Trainees should have knowledge and understanding of the topics covered in IMO Model
Course 1.01 on "Basic Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker Operations" before completing
these performance requirements. This knowledge is considered so fundamental for much of
the advanced level content within this course that there is merit in reviewing the basic level
content quickly before covering the additional elements required at the advanced level. The
learning time has been reduced for many elements on the basis that trainees will be reviewing
rather than learning much of this content at this level. It may be necessary for some trainees
to refresh their knowledge of basic elements before undertaking this advanced level content.
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COMPETENCE 1
ABILITY TO SAFELY PERFORM AND MONITOR ALL CARGO

OPERATIONS
Knowledge, Understanding and

Proficiency
IMO
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Teaching
aid
TOPIC 1 KNOWLEDGE OF CHEMICAL TANKER DESIGNS, SYSTEMS, AND EQUIPMENT

1.0
Knowledge of chemical tanker

designs, systems, and equipment,
including:
1.1
General arrangement and

construction
1.1.1
Explains the practical application of

a chemical tanker being divided
into fore part, tank areas and aft
part, and that the tank areas are
separated from the fore and aft
parts by means of cofferdams, void
spaces, cargo pump-room, pumproom, empty tanks or oil fuel tanks.
1.1.2
Explains why accommodation

spaces, main cargo control stations
and service spaces must be
positioned aft of the tank area, but
that some exceptions to this rule
are possible.
1.1.3
Explains why the navigation bridge

may be fitted above the tank area
where necessary, but that there
must be an open space between
the navigation bridge and the cargo
tank deck.
1.1.4
Explains why a means must be

provided to keep deck spills away
from the accommodation spaces
1.1.5
Explains why entrances, air inlets

and openings to accommodation,
service spaces and control stations
shall not face the cargo area.
1.1.6
Explains why windows and side

scuttles facing the cargo area and
for some distance away from the
cargo area on each side must be of
non-opening type.
R1, R2, R3,

R6, R7, R8
T1, B1, B2,

B7, VC3,
VC10
A1, A11,
A12, A13,
A14
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COMPETENCE 1

OPERATIONS

Proficiency
1.1.7
Describes the special requirements

that have been laid down for the fire
integrity of bulkheads and decks of
chemical tankers.
1.1.8
Explains the operational

advantages and disadvantages of
double hull tanker design.
1.1.9
Describe different types of chemical

tankers in relation to dangerous and
noxious properties of cargoes to be
carried.
1.1.10
Explains the practical implications,

as a result of revised Annex II of
MARPOL, in force since January
2007, chemical tankers must have
a double bottom and double hull
protection.
1.1.11
Explains how subdivision and

damage stability requirements for
chemical tankers are intended to
provide survival capability
dependent upon degree of hazard
of products intended to be carried
with Type 1 ship carrying the most
hazardous cargo.
1.1.12
Explains the practical implications

of the requirements with respect to
the number and minimum capacity
of slop-tanks.
1.2
Pumping arrangement and

equipment
1.2.1
Explains the practical implications

of the cargo pumping equipment.
1.2.2
Describes deep-well pumps, and

discusses the benefits and
limitations.
1.3
Tank construction and

arrangement
1.3.1
Identify references from the IBC/BCH

Codes dealing with segregation and
containment of cargo area.
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COMPETENCE 1

OPERATIONS

Proficiency
1.3.2
States that the maximum size of a

chemical tank is governed by
regulations.
1.3.3
Sketches required means of

segregation for loading incompatible
grades and explains how
segregation is achieved.
1.4
Pipeline and drainage systems
1.4.1
Explains the practical implications of

the general cargo piping
arrangements on chemical tankers
and that it shall not pass through
any accommodation, service or
machinery space other than pumprooms, being completely
independent of ballast and other
service systems.
1.4.2
Explains the practical implications of

the different materials of construction.
1.4.3
Explains the operational advantages

and disadvantages of types of valves
normally used for chemical tankers:
1.4.3.1
Ball valves
1.4.3.2
Membrane valves
1.4.3.3
Gate valves
1.4.3.4
Butterfly valves
1.4.3.5
Non-return valves
1.4.4
Explains the operational necessity of

cargo segregation in terms of:
1.4.4.1
Segregation by at least two

valves; and
1.4.4.2
Spool pieces / blind flanges.
1.4.5
Discusses the care, handling

and use of cargo hoses:
1.4.5.1
Compatibility and suitability

with chemical cargoes;
1.4.5.2
Cargo temperature
limitations;
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COMPETENCE 1

OPERATIONS

Proficiency
1.4.5.3
Inspection and testing

procedures; and
1.4.5.4
Certification of hoses.
1.4.6
Describes the requirements for an

annual pressure test of the ship's
cargo hoses.
1.5
Tank and cargo pipeline pressure

and temperature control systems
and alarms
1.5.1
Describes requirements of pressure

monitoring systems of chemical
tankers.
1.5.2
Explains why temperature sensors

are required on chemical tankers.
1.5.3
Describes types of temperature

sensors.
1.5.4
Describes precautions to be taken

when handling temperature
monitoring devices.
1.5.5
Explains alarms and shut-down

circuits used on board chemical
tankers.
1.5.6
Describes the precautions to be

taken when handling alarms and
shut-down circuits.
1.6
Gauging control systems and

alarms
1.6.1
Describes the principles of operation

and types of gauging devices for
cargo tanks.
1.6.2
Explains the practical considerations

of:
1.6.2.1
Open gauging;
1.6.2.2
Restricted gauging; and
1.6.2.3
Closed gauging.
1.6.3
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Explains the use and purpose of highlevel alarm systems for cargo tanks.
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COMPETENCE 1

OPERATIONS

Proficiency
1.6.4
Explains the use and purpose of tank

overflow control system.
1.7
Gas-detection systems
1.7.1
Describes the instruments necessary

for detecting toxic and flammable
gases.
1.7.2
Explains the differences between

fixed and portable vapour-detection
instruments.
1.8
Cargo heating and cooling

systems
1.8.1
Explains why certain cargoes may

require heating or cooling and how
to determine if heating or cooling is
necessary.
1.8.2
Discusses different heating mediums

and the use of such mediums:
- water
- thermal oil
1.8.3
Describes temperature control

systems.
1.8.4
Discusses the risks and dangers

associated with poor monitoring of
cargo temperatures for some
chemical cargoes.
1.8.5
Discusses the possible

consequences of heat transfer when
carrying heated cargoes.
1.8.6
Discusses safeguards for carriage of

cargoes with low boiling point (e.g.
Propylene Oxide), and systems for
refrigeration.
1.9
Tank cleaning systems
1.9.1
Explains the operational difference

between portable and fixed tank
cleaning machines.
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COMPETENCE 1

OPERATIONS

Proficiency
1.9.2
Describes the design and safety

measures with respect to tankwashing machines.
1.10
Cargo tank environmental control

systems
1.10.1
Describes open and controlled

ventilation systems and the
operational implications of these
systems.
1.10.2
Describes safety aspects of vent

design, including:
-
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Flame Arrestors
Flame Screens
High-Velocity Vents
1.10.3
Explains how the inert gas system

may be a part of a vessel's venting
system.
1.11
Ballast systems
1.11.1
Explains why a spool piece is used

to connect the ballast system to the
cargo system and why it should be
clearly identified.
1.11.2
Explains why sea and overboard

discharge valves are connected to
the cargo and ballast systems.
1.12
Cargo area venting and

Systems
1.12.1
Explains why all cargo tanks should

be provided with a venting system
appropriate to the cargo being
carried.
1.12.2
States that as per SOLAS/IBC Code,

chemical tankers to be fitted with
secondary means of venting.
1.12.3
Describes secondary means of

venting.
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1.12.4
Explains the design considerations

for a chemical tanker venting system
with respect to safety.
1.13
Vapour return/recovery systems
1.13.1
Describes vapour control and vapour

recovery systems.
1.13.2
Knowledge of the number of vapour

connections required, their locations,
layout and design.
1.13.3
States the requirement for marking

of manifold and flanges for the first
100 cms.
1.13.4
States that the capacity of the

vapour collection system is to be
documented through pressure
drop/flow rate curves.
1.14
Firefighting systems
1.14.1
Explains the requirements for

firefighting on a chemical tanker's
cargo area.
1.14.2
Describes the advantages and

disadvantages of various
fire-extinguishing agents.
1.14.3
Identifies the fire-extinguishing

media that are considered suitable
for specific cargoes as listed in the
IBC Code.
1.14.4
Describes the fire protection and

extinguishing systems that are
required for protection of cargo tank
deck area and cargo tanks.
1.15
Tank, pipeline and fittings' material

and coatings
1.15.1
Explains why coatings, fixtures and

fittings must be compatible with
cargoes to be carried.
1.15.2
Explains the reasons for the use of

stainless steel cargo tanks, and for
coatings in cargo tanks.
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1.15.3
Explains the use of stainless steel for

cargo piping, valves and pumps.
1.15.4
Differentiates different grades and

surface finishes of stainless steel.
1.15.5
Describes the properties of

specialized tank coatings:
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Zinc silicate;
Epoxy;
Phenolic Epoxy; and
Polyurethane.
1.15.6
Differentiates organic and inorganic

coatings.
1.15.7
Explains the resistance of coatings

to groups of chemicals.
1.15.8
Identifies the manufacturer's coating

resistance list.
1.15.9
Describes in general terms

maintenance of tank coatings.
1.15.10
Explains physical and chemical

absorption of coatings and
subsequent cargo contamination.
1.16
Slop management
1.16.1
Describes a slops-retaining system

and challenges related to slop
compatibility.
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TOPIC 2 KNOWLEDGE OF PUMP THEORY AND CHARACTERISTICS, INCLUDIING

TYPES OF CARGO PUMPS AND THE SAFE OPERATION
2.0
Knowledge of pump theory and

characteristics, including types of
cargo pumps and the safe
operation
2.1
Describes the theory of pumping

operations.
2.2
Lists and explains factors affecting

the discharge rate of a pump.
2.3
Explains that the discharge pressure

will fluctuate if the liquid boils.
2.4
Describes the advantages and

disadvantages of different types of
pumps used on chemical tankers.
2.5
Describes the equipment used for

final stripping and recommended
stripping procedures.
2.6
Describes the proper starting and

operating procedures and how to
avoid backflow.
2.7
Explains why the actual discharge

rate also depends on static and
dynamic backpressure of the shore
installation.
2.8
Explains how shore installations

influence the pumping rate.
2.9
Explains the procedure used for

pumps running in parallel.
2.10
Explains the danger of running two

or more pumps in parallel if their
characteristics are not exactly the
same or if the pumps are running at
different speeds.
2.11
Explains why a stripping pump must

be self-priming.
R2
B2, B7
A1, A11, A12,

A13
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2.12
Explains the different types of prime

movers for pumps and their
operation and control.
2.13
Explains the causes and the

dangers of overheating pumps and
how to prevent it.
2.14
States that centrifugal deep-well

pumps are often hydraulically driven.
2.15
Describes, by aid of a drawing, an

open and closed hydraulic system for
deep-well pumps.
2.16
Describes safe handling of pumps

including deep-well and submerged
pumps.
2.17
Describes, with the aid of a drawing, a

stripping operation carried out using a
deep-well pump.
2.18
Describes the challenges of

operating pumps and valves in cold
temperatures (sub-zero).
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TOPIC 3 PROFICIENCY IN TANKER SAFETY CULTURE AND IMPLEMENTATION OF

SAFETY-MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
3.0
Proficiency in tanker safety culture

and implementation of safety
management system
3.1
Describes the importance of the ISM

Code for chemical tankers.
3.2
Describes how OCIMF's Tanker

Management and Self-Assessment
(TMSA) programme can help vessel
operators assess, measure and
improve their management systems.
3.3
States that TMSA is designed to

create opportunities and optimize
performance in crucial areas such as
safety and environmental excellence.
R1, R2,
R6, R7
T1, B1, B2, A1, A11, A13,

B3, B5, B6,
A14
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Demonstrates knowledge of the

elements of ISM Code, safety
management system (SMS)
procedures and Code of Safe
Working Practices (COSWP) in
relation to cargo operations.
TOPIC 4 KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF MONITORING AND SAFETY

SYSTEMS, INCLUDING THE EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN
4.0
Knowledge and understanding of

monitoring and safety systems,
including the emergency shutdown
system
4.1
Explains the procedures for checking

and calibrating the safety alarms of a
chemical tanker as per SMS
requirements.
4.2
Explains the importance of regular

atmosphere monitoring.
4.3
Explains closed monitoring of tank

contents.
4.4
Explains how exposure levels in all

work locations should be monitored.
4.5
Explains why bridge, cargo control

stations, accommodation and engine
spaces atmosphere should be
monitored regularly.
4.6
Explains why chemical tanker

personnel shall always have personal
gas monitors for toxic cargoes when
gauging, sampling, entering a pump
room, connecting and disconnecting
loading lines, cleaning filters, draining
to open containments and mopping
up spills, etc.
4.7
Explains why some flammable gas

monitors (Explosimeters) should not
be used for measuring gas in inert
atmospheres.
R1, R2,
R6, R7
T1, B1, B2,

B3, B5, B6,
B7, VC6, VC7
A1, A3, A4,

A5, A6, A7,
A8, A9, A11,
A13, A14
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4.8
Describes fixed gas detection

installations.
4.9
Explains why individual tank pressure

monitoring and alarm systems must
be checked regularly.
4.10
Explains the importance of

continuous gas monitoring.
4.11
Explains why atmosphere testing

should be undertaken regularly
during the gas freeing operation to
monitor progress.
4.12
Explains the importance of

monitoring void and ballast spaces
located within the cargo areas.
4.13
Explains why pressure monitoring

systems should be continuously
monitored by sensors with
appropriate alarms.
4.14
Explains the reasons for and the use

of the emergency shutdown system.
4.15
Explains why the emergency

shutdown of cargo pumps, alarms and
trips, level alarms, etc., where fitted,
should be tested regularly.
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TOPIC 5 ABILITY TO PERFORM CARGO MEASUREMENTS AND CALCULATIONS

(In case a simulator is provided, training can be done on a simulator.)
5.0
Ability to perform cargo

measurements and calculations :
5.1
Explains 98% filling limit of cargo

tanks as required by the IBC Code.
5.2
Performs cargo calculations

given:
- temperature;
- trim and list;
- soundings or ullage
measurements using the
vessel's ullage tables; and
- specific gravity, density in
vacuum, density in air, or API
gravity.
5.2.1
Determines the volume in:

- Cubic meters [m3]
5.2.2
Determines the weight in:

- Metric tonne [t]
5.2.3
Performs cargo calculations and

determines the mass of full cargo to
be loaded, given:
-
5.2.3
R2, R6
B1, B2
deadweight scales;
loading and discharge port
limitations;
length of voyage;
ballast; and
fuel, stores and consumption
for multiple load and
discharge ports.
Determines cargo quantities for petro

chemicals using ASTM Tables
A1, A11,
A12, A13
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TOPIC 6 KNOWLEDGE OF THE EFFECT OF BULK LIQUID CARGOES ON TRIM AND

STABILITY AND STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY
6.0
Knowledge of the effect of bulk

liquid cargoes on trim and stability
and structural integrity Exercise on
simulators
6.1
Performs stability calculations.
6.2
Explains the use of approved

manuals for trim and stability, and the
requirements to maintain a sea-going
condition throughout loading and
unloading operations with respect to
structural integrity.
6.3
States that it is required to comply

with the approved stability booklet
for the ship and endeavour to have
minimum slack tanks to prevent
sloshing damages.
R1, R2, R6,
T1, B1, B2,
A1, A11,
A12, A13
TOPIC 7 KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF CHEMICAL CARGO-RELATED

OPERATIONS
7.0

chemical cargo-related operations,
including:
7.1
7.1.1
Explains why the plan should cover all

stages of the cargo operation and the
detailed sequence of cargo and
ballast transfer, including the
requirements of adequate Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE),
antidotes and shipping documents
required for safe loading of cargoes.
7.1.2
Explains important operational

requirements from the IBC Code with
respect to the cargo to be handled.
R1, R2,
R4, R6
T1, B1, B2, B3,

B5, B6, B7
A1, A11,
A12, A13
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7.1.3
Explains the importance of correct

"Product name" and other relevant
information necessary prior to
preparing a loading plan.
7.1.4
Identifies requirements for inhibitors

to take effect and where this
information is obtained from.
7.1.5
Explains why cargoes which are

flammable or produce harmful
vapours should not be loaded over
the top.
7.1.6
Describes the precautions prior to

loading over the top.
7.1.7
Explains the procedures for cargo

sampling and the need for taking
various cargo samples at different
tank locations.
7.1.8
Explains how cargo samples should

be safely drawn, handled and stored.
7.1.9
Describes procedures for connecting

and disconnecting hoses and loading
arms.
7.1.10
Explains the term 'cargo conditioning'

with respect to the chemical trade.
7.1.11
Explains in general terms, the

transport requirements for vegetable
and animal oils and fats.
7.1.12
Prepares a loading and unloading

plan taking into account the ship's
stability and all other important factors
and the emergency shutdown
procedure agreed upon between ship
and terminal personnel.
7.1.13
Explains the procedure to commence

loading and unloading.
7.1.14
Explains why loading and unloading

operations should be pre-planned
and the different cargo parcels be
loaded and unloaded sequentially
according to the plan.
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7.1.15
Explains how inerting requirements

for tank atmosphere control are
maintained during unloading.
7.1.16
Explains requirements of chemical

cargo unloading with respect to
relevant stripping limits.
7.1.17
Describe procedures to follow upon

completion of unloading.
7.2
7.2.1
Explains
the
considerations
affecting ballast quantity and the
ballast water tanks to be used.
7.2.2
Explains the stages of ballasting and

deballasting and the associated
stresses.
7.2.3
Explains that ballast operations

while alongside should be discussed
with
the
terminal
prior
to
commencement.
7.3
Tank cleaning operations / prewash

operation
7.3.1
Explains why proper planning is

required prior conducting tank
cleaning operations.
7.3.2
Explains the contents of a tank

cleaning plan for a chemical tanker.
7.3.3
Explains the importance of conducting

a briefing to review the tank cleaning
plan with all crew members involved,
before starting tank cleaning
operations.
7.3.4
Explains why tank cleaning or gas

freeing alongside should not take
place without the express permission
of the terminal and port authorities.
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7.3.5
Describes the pre-cleaning checks

which should be made prior
commencing tank cleaning
operations.
7.3.6
Describes the stages of tank cleaning.
7.3.7
Explains maximum allowed stripping

quantity remaining on board after
discharge for categories X, Y and Z
substances, as per MARPOL.
7.3.8
Describes measures of control for

category X substances.
7.3.9
Explains exemptions from mandatory

prewashing requirements in
accordance with MARPOL Annex II.
7.3.10
Explains requirements for discharge

to reception facilities and
concentration of substance in the
effluent discharge to shore.
7.3.11
Describes action to be taken in case

concentration of residues in the
effluent of cargo during the
mandatory prewash cannot be
obtained.
7.3.12
Explains limitations on subsequent

discharge of wash water into the sea.
7.3.13
Explains cleaning and discharging

procedures for effluent discharge of
solidifying and non-solidifying
substances.
7.3.14
Explains washing procedures for

high-viscosity and low-viscosity
substances.
7.3.15
Explains tank-cleaning procedures for

water-reactive cargoes.
7.3.16
Explains the requirements for

special areas defined in MARPOL
and implications for discharge of
residues of noxious liquid
substances.
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7.3.17
Explains slop tank discharge

restrictions and requirements.
7.3.18
Explains wall wash test

requirements and procedures
including factors leading to the
contamination of wall wash
samples.
7.3.19
Explains passivation and pickling of

stainless steel tanks.
7.3.20
Explains the reason for tankwashing operations and how the

coating type effects the operations.
7.3.21
Describes tank-washing operations

with portable and fixed machines.
7.3.22
Explains why tank washing can

cause electrostatic hazards as a
result of water mist, water slugs and
the introduction of portable tankwashing machines into the tanks,
and explains which measures to
take.
7.3.23
Explains the precautions to be taken

when tanks must be washed in a
non-inerted atmosphere.
7.4
7.4.1
Explains tank inerting, blanketing and

padding requirements for transporting
chemicals in bulk.
7.4.2
Explains the impact of tank cleaning

on chemical tankers when carried out
in the following atmospheres:
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too lean;
too rich; and
inerted.
Explains methods of maintaining

control of atmosphere during cargo
operations.
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Describes requirements for testing of

tank atmosphere with regard to:
- oxygen content;
- flammable vapours; and
- toxic vapours.
7.4.5
Explains the relationship between

loading rates and ventilation capacity.
7.4.6
Explains the design of safe ventilation

to minimize cargo vapours exposure to
personnel.
7.4.7
Explains the limitations and risks of

open-venting.
7.4.8
Explains when controlled venting is

required in accordance with the IBC
Code.
7.4.9
Describes vapour control and vapour

recovery systems.
7.4.10
Explains vapour balancing.
7.4.11
Describes operating procedures and

requirements for a vapour emission
control system.
7.4.12
Explains and calculates pressure

drop with respect to vapour collection
system.
7.4.13
Explains the use of different vapour

systems between the ship and the
shore, and the documentation
required.
7.5
Inerting
7.5.1
Explains inerting on chemical tankers.
7.5.2
Explains the use of the IBC Code in

determining inerting requirements.
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7.6
Gas-freeing
7.6.1
Explains the operational

considerations of gas freeing on a
chemical tanker using portable or
fixed ventilation systems.
7.6.2
Describes both displacement and

dilution methods.
7.6.3
Explains safe procedures for gasfreeing after tank washing or cleaning

by ventilation.
7.6.4
Discusses international and national

regulations relevant for gas freeing
operations.
7.7
7.7.1
Explains how the ship-to-ship (STS)

transfer operations of a chemical
tanker are carried out at anchor or
underway.
7.7.2
Describes the proper STS

equipment to be available on both
ships.
7.7.3
Explains why proper attention

needs to be paid to the difference in
freeboard and listing of both ships
while transferring cargo.
7.7.4
Explains how proper

communication should be
established and maintained
between the ships.
7.8
Inhibition and stabilization

requirements
7.8.1
Explains why care must be taken to

ensure that reactive cargoes which
require inhibition are sufficiently
inhibited during the entire voyage.
7.8.2
Describes the inhibitor certificate.
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7.8.3
Explains why some inhibited cargoes

should not be carried in an inerted
tank.
7.8.4
Explains why close monitoring of the

associated cargo systems of inhibited
cargo is necessary.
7.9
Heating and cooling requirements

and consequences to adjacent
cargoes
7.9.1
Discusses challenges related to

stowage of heated or cooled cargo
adjacent or close to e.g.:
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- Inhibited cargoes;
- Volatile cargoes;
- Temperature-sensitive cargoes;
and
- Heated/cooled cargoes.
7.9.2
Explains the risks and dangers

associated with poor monitoring of
cargo temperatures for some
chemical cargoes.
7.9.3
Identifies the possible dangerous

reactions of some cargoes if
adjacent to heated cargoes
(polymerization, decomposition,
thermal instability, evolution of gas).
7.9.4
Identifies dangers associated with

carrying heated cargoes adjacent to
highly volatile cargoes.
7.9.5
Explains why some cargoes with low

boiling point may need to be cooled.
7.9.6
Describes different cooling or

refrigeration systems for chemical
tankers.
7.9.7
Explains the use of reference

temperatures.
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7.10
Cargo compatibility and

segregation
7.10.1
Explains compatibility of chemical

cargoes, reactive and non-reactive
groups and the use of a compatibility
chart.
7.10.2
Discusses cargo segregation with

respect to reactive, toxic,
polymerizable, volatile, and
odour-sensitive cargoes.
7.11
7.11.1
Explains viscosity with respect to

temperatures.
7.11.2
Explains why monitoring of unloading

temperature of the cargo must be
carried out.
7.12
7.12.1
Describes requirements to comply with

retention of cargo residues.
7.13
7.13.1
Explains that the ship's SMS

requires special procedures to be
followed if entering an enclosed
space.
7.13.2
Explains why prior to commencing

sweeping operations the crew should
be briefed of the dangers involved.
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TOPIC 8 DEVELOPMENT AND APPLICATION OF CARGO-RELATED OPERATION PLANS,

PROCEDURES AND CHECKLISTS
8.0
Development and application of

cargo-related operation plans,
procedures and checklists
8.1
Explains which information is

exchanged between the tanker and
the terminal for cargo operations.
R1, R2, R3,

R4, R6, R8
B1, B2, B3,

VC4
A1, A11,
A12, A13,
A14
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8.2
Describes the operational

agreement which should be made
in writing before loading or
unloading.
8.3
Describes pre-transfer tank

inspection procedures.
8.4
Describes procedures for cargo

sampling, safety precautions when
sampling and safe storage of cargo
samples.
8.5
Lists main points in cargo planning

such as cargo requirements, cargo
compatibility, resistance list of tank
material/coating, tank cleanliness,
tank capacity and port rotation.
8.6
States that ship/shore safety

checklist should be completed
jointly by ship and shore staff.
8.7
Describes the checklist and

explains the reason for and
relevance of the checklist items.
8.8
States the names of some common

chemicals carried on chemical
tankers, identifies the minimum
requirements for carriage set out in
chapter 17 of the IBC Code and
current IMO MEPC.2/Circular.
8.9
Identifies the physical and chemical

properties of the cargoes by using
Cargo Data Sheets.
8.10
Identifies with the aid of cargo

compatibility chart, whether or not a
cargo can be loaded adjacent to
another cargo.
8.11
Determines compatibility of cargoes

with tank coating.
8.12
Explains the requirements for tank

cleanliness prior to loading cargo.
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Lists the reference publications that

provide useful information for
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TOPIC 9 ABILITY TO CALIBRATE AND USE MONITORING AND GAS-DETECTION

SYSTEMS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT
9.0
Ability to calibrate and use

monitoring and gas-detection
systems, Portable gas measuring
9.1
Demonstrates correct instrumentcheck, calibration procedures and

gas measurements
R1, R2, R6,

R8
T1, B1, B2, B4, A1, A4, A5,

B6, B7
A6, A7,
A8, A9, A11,
A12, A13,
A14, VC1
TOPIC 10 ABILITY TO MANAGE AND SUPERVISE PERSONNEL WITH CARGO-RELATED

RESPONSIBILITIES
10.0
Ability to manage and supervise

personnel with cargo-related
responsibilities
10.1
Explains why the responsible officer

on watch supervises and directs the
cargo operations ensuring that the
stresses and stability of the ship are
always within limits, and that sufficient
qualified personnel are on duty.
R1, R2, R6,

R8
T1, B1, B2, B3,

B5, B6, B7,
VC5
A1, A11,
A13, A14
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Explains how the responsible officer

ensures and maintains:
-
Suitability of ship's cargo

containment prior loading;
Cargo is loaded as per

stowage plan;
Cargo is cared for during

transit with respect to
monitoring its parameters,
ventilation, cooling, heating
etc. as required;
Cargo is unloaded safely as

per plan. Issuing relevant
standing/night orders;
Records for cargo and ballast

operations are maintained as
per regulations, industry
standards and company's SMS
procedures; and
Ship's working language is

employed.
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Familiarity with physical and chemical properties of

chemical cargoes
TRAINING OUTCOMES:
Properties of chemical cargoes;
1.
2.
3.
4.
physical properties
chemical properties
reactivity
understanding the information contained in a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Proficiency
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TOPIC 11.0 KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF THE PHYSICAL AND

CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF CHEMICAL CARGOES
11.0
Knowledge and
understanding of the
chemical and the physical
properties of noxious liquid
substances, including:
11.1
States the chemical cargoes

categories (corrosive, toxic,
flammable, explosive);
11.1.1
Explains the properties of

corrosive, toxic and flammable
cargoes; and
11.1.2
Explains why care should be

taken to ensure that unsuitable
materials are not included in the
cargo system.
11.2
Chemical groups and

industrial usage
11.2.1
Explains organic and inorganic

chemical compounds.
11.2.2
States the most common

chemicals transported on
chemical tankers, their
classification and primary
industrial use.
R1, R2,
R5, R6,
R7, R8
T1, B1, B2,

B6
A1, A11,
A13
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11.3
11.3.1
Explains how a chemical cargo

may react in a number of ways,
such as:
-
11.3.2
with itself;
with air;
with water;
with another cargo; and
with other materials.
Explains how some cargoes

may react with other materials,
such as:
-
tank materials and coatings;

gaskets;
cargo hoses;
cargo sample containers;
and
- tank-cleaning mediums
(water, chemicals etc.).
TOPIC 12 UNDERSTANDING THE INFORMATION IN A MATERIAL SAFETY DATA
SHEET (MSDS)
12.0
Understanding the
information contained in a
Material Safety Data Sheet
(MSDS)
12.1
Explains and demonstrates

the operational use of the
MSDS.
R2, R3,
R6, R7,
R8
T1, B1, B5,

B6
A1, A11,
A13
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COMPETENCE 3
Take precautions to prevent hazards
TRAINING OUTCOMES:
Hazards and control measures associated with chemical tanker cargo
1.
flammability and explosion;
2.
toxicity;
3.
health hazards;
4.
inert gas composition;
5.
electrostatic hazards;
6.
reactivity;
7.
corrosivity;
8.
low-boiling-point cargoes;
9.
high-density cargoes;
10.
solidifying cargoes; and
11.
polymerizing cargoes.
Note: Trainees should have knowledge and understanding of the topics covered in IMO
Model Course 1.01, Basic Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker Operations, before
completing these performance requirements. This knowledge is considered so fundamental
for much of the advanced level content within this course that there is merit in reviewing the
basic level content quickly before covering the additional elements required at the advanced
level. The learning time has been reduced for many elements on the basis that trainees will
be reviewing rather than learning much of this content at this level. It may be necessary for
some trainees to refresh their knowledge of basic elements before undertaking this
advanced level content.
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COMPETENCE 3 TAKE PRECAUTIONS TO PREVENT HAZARDS
Proficiency
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TOPIC 13.0 KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF THE HAZARDS AND CONTROL

MEASURES ASSOCIATED WITH CHEMICAL TANKER CARGO OPERATIONS
13.0

of the hazards and control
measures associated with
chemical tanker cargo
13.1
Flammability and explosion
13.1.1
States that the fire hazard of

cargo covered by the IBC/BCH
Codes is defined by its
flashpoint, boiling point,
flammability limits and autoignition temperature.
13.1.2
Explains the flammability of

chemical cargoes and their
control measures.
13.2
Toxicity
13.2.1
Explains the meaning of the

degree of toxicity of chemicals.
13.2.2
States that correct medical first

aid treatment following exposure
can mitigate the consequences.
13.2.3
Explains the three defined types

of toxicity which relate to the
nature of the substance.
13.2.4
Explains how toxic poisons can

enter the body.
13.2.5
Explains why safe operating

procedures require a full
understanding of the dangers
involved and the use of the
correct personal protective
equipment (PPE).
R2, R6, R7,

R8
T1, B1, B2, B4,

B6, VC9, VC3
A1, A2,
A10, A11,
A13, A14
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13.3
Health hazards
13.3.1
Explains the health hazards to

personnel exposed to toxic
chemicals.
13.3.2
Explains the 3 categories of

threshold limit values (TLV):
- TLVTWA (time-weighted
average);
- TLVSTEL (short-term
exposure limit); and
- TLVC (ceiling).
13.3.3
Explains why chemicals may

present more than one hazard to
health, and that it may be either
one or more of the following:
-
corrosive;
Poisonous;
Toxic;
Asphyxiation;
result in long-term damage to
eyes or the nervous system;
and
- long-term carcinogenic effects.
13.4
Inert gas composition
13.4.1
Explains the hazards associated

with inert gases and how to
control them.
13.5
Electrostatic hazards
13.5.1
Describes the operations where the

risk of generating static electricity
may occur on board a chemical
tanker.
13.5.2
Explains the precautions to be

taken against static hazards when
loading chemical cargoes.
13.5.3
Explains hazards of static

generation and its controls during
tank cleaning in a non-inerted
atmosphere after unloading
flammable cargo.
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13.5.4
Explains how portable

tank-cleaning machines should be
continuously electrically bonded to
the ship's structure.
13.5.5
Explains why carbon dioxide

should not be injected into any
space containing a flammable
atmosphere which is not already on
fire.
13.6
Reactivity
13.6.1
Explains how reactive chemicals

are categorized according to the
hazards they present and their
control measures.
13.7
Corrosivity
13.7.1
Explains the hazards of corrosive

chemical cargoes and their control
measures.
13.8
Low-boiling-point cargoes
13.8.1
Explains why a heated cargo is not

stowed adjacent to cargoes which
have a low boiling point.
13.8.2
Explains why as a safe margin, the

maximum temperature of the
heated cargo must be below the
boiling point of the low-boiling-point
cargo.
13.8.3
Explains that chemical tanker

cooling systems are only designed
to prevent the cargo from heating in
warmer ambient conditions.
13.8.4
Explains transportation of low

boiling-point cargoes under
pressure.
13.9
High-density cargoes
13.9.1
Explains the dangers of loading

high density cargoes and list their
control measures.
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13.10
Solidifying cargoes
13.10.1
Explains the hazards of carrying

solidifying chemical cargoes and
their control measures.
13.11
Polymerizing cargoes
13.11.1
Describes the dangers of

polymerization and their control
measures to prevent
polymerization.
13.11.2
Explains that the IBC Code

specifies the precautions to be
taken against spontaneous
decomposition and polymerization
by the use of additives (stabilizers
and inhibitors).
13.11.3
Explains important issues related to

tank cleaning after carrying
polymerizing cargoes.
TOPIC 14.0 KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF DANGERS OF NONCOMPLIANCE WITH RELEVANT RULES/REGULATIONS
14.0

of dangers of non-compliance
with relevant rules /
regulations
14.1
Explains the direct repercussions

on the safety of ships, the wellbeing of crews and on the
environment for non-compliance
with regulations and best industry
established practices regarding
the above hazards.
R1, R2, R3,

R6, R7, R8
T1, B1, B2, B5,

B6, B7
A1, A11,
A13
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COMPETENCE 4
Apply occupational health and safety precautions
TRAINING OUTCOMES:
Safe working practices, including risk assessment and personal shipboard
safety relevant to chemical tankers
1.
Precautions to be taken when entering enclosed spaces, including correct

use of different types of breathing apparatus
2.
Precautions to be taken before and during repairs and maintenance work
3.
4.
5.
Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
Course 1.01, Basic Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker Operations, before completing these
performance requirements. This knowledge is considered so fundamental for much of the
advanced level content within this course that there is merit in reviewing the basic level content
quickly before covering the additional elements required at the advanced level. The learning
time has been reduced for many elements on the basis that trainees will be reviewing rather
than learning much of this content at this level. It may be necessary for some trainees to refresh
their knowledge of basic elements before undertaking this advanced level content.
COMPETENCE 4
APPLY OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Knowledge, Understanding and Proficiency
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TOPIC 15.0 KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF SAFE WORKING PRACTICES,

INCLUDING RISK ASSESSMENT AND PERSONAL SHIPBOARD SAFETY
RELEVANT TO CHEMICAL TANKERS
15

safe working practices, including
risk assessment and personal
shipboard safety relevant to
chemical tankers:
15.1
Precautions to be taken when

entering enclosed spaces based on
IMO resolution A.1050 (27), including
correct use of different types of
breathing apparatus and
atmosphere testing equipment
R1, R2,
R3, R4,
R5, R6,
R7, R8
T1, B1, B2
B3, B6, B7
A1, A2,
A3, A4,
A5, A6,
A7, A8,
A9, A10,
A11, A13
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COMPETENCE 4
15.1.1
Explains the ship's SMS requirement of

special procedures to be followed if
entering an enclosed space.
15.1.2
Demonstrates the procedures required

to conduct a risk assessment prior to
entry into an enclosed space.
15.1.3
Explains the benefits and limitations of

employing an entry permit system
(checklist).
15.1.4
Explains the importance of training

personnel in the use of a breathing
apparatus and demonstrates the use of
the Self Contained Breathing
Apparatus (SCBA), positive pressure
breathing apparatus and resuscitation
equipment.
15.1.5
Demonstrates the safeguards for

enclosed space entry procedures in
accordance with industry standards
and legal requirements.
15.2
Precautions to be taken before and

during repairs and maintenance
work
15.2.1
Describes the benefits and limitations of

the permit to work system i.e. :
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Cold work
Hot Work
Electrical isolation
Working aloft
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Working over the side
Other hazardous tasks
15.2.2
Explains the practical benefits of

appropriate drills prior to commencing
repair work alongside a shore facility.
15.2.3
Demonstrates the safeguards before

and during repair and maintenance
work in accordance with industry
standards and legal requirements.
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COMPETENCE 4
15.2.4
Explains who coordinates the

"permit" processes associated with
the repair work.
15.2.5
Explains the parameters that must be

met before declaring a space safe for
work.
15.3
15.3.1
Demonstrates the safeguards before

and during hot or cold work in
accordance with industry standards
and legal requirements.
15.3.2
Demonstrates the procedures

required to conduct a risk
assessment prior to hot or cold work.
15.3.3
Explains how hot work is to be strictly

controlled and governed by vessel's
SMS procedure.
15.3.4
States that "designated space" in

Engine Room (ER) for carrying out
hot work are stated, and that this
designated space should be
assessed for risks.
15.3.4.1
States the conditions under which

hot work could be carried out in the
designated ER space.
15.3.4.2
States that the designated space in

ER should always be the preferred
space for carrying out hot work.
15.3.5

met before declaring a space safe for
hot or cold work.
15.4
15.4.1
Demonstrates the safeguards for

electrical safety in accordance with
industry standards and legal
requirements.
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COMPETENCE 4
15.4.2
Demonstrates the procedures

required to conduct a risk
assessment for electrical safety.
15.4.3
Explains how electrical safety is to be

strictly controlled and governed by
the ship's SMS procedure.
15.4.4

met before electrical safety can be
declared.
15.4.5
Explains the consequences of

incorrect maintenance procedures
regarding explosion-proof or
intrinsically safe electrical equipment.
15.5
Use of appropriate Personal

15.5.1
Explains the industry standards and

legal requirements for the use of
personal protective equipment
(PPE).
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COMPETENCE 5
Respond to emergencies

16 Chemical tanker emergency procedures
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
ship emergency response plans;

cargo operations emergency shutdown;
actions to be taken in the event of failure of systems or services essential to
cargo;
firefighting on chemical tankers;
enclosed space rescue;
cargo reactivity;
jettisoning cargo; and
use of material safety data sheet (SDS).
17 Actions to be taken following collision, grounding, or spillage

18 Medical first aid procedures on board chemical tankers
Note: Trainees should have knowledge and understanding of the topics covered in IMO
Model Course 1.01, Basic Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker Operations, before
completing these performance requirements. This knowledge is considered so fundamental
for much of the advanced level content within this course that there is merit in reviewing the
basic level content quickly before covering the additional elements required at the advanced
level. The learning time has been reduced for many elements on the basis that trainees will
be reviewing rather than learning much of this content at this level. It may be necessary for
some trainees to refresh their knowledge of basic elements before undertaking this
advanced level content
HTW 3/3/1
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COMPETENCE 5
RESPOND TO EMERGENCIES

TOPIC 16
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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
16.0

chemical tanker emergency
procedures, including:
16.1
16.1.1
Explains chemical tanker emergency

organization and standard emergency
response plans for dealing successfully
with emergencies arising from spillages,
fires, explosions, personnel affected and
other emergencies.
16.1.2
Describes the content of standard

emergency response plans and how a
plan is used to make appropriate
decisions.
16.1.3
Explains why these plans should be

used actively during emergency drills.
16.2
Cargo operations emergency

shutdown
16.2.1
Explains the emergency shutdown

procedure.
16.2.2
Explains that an emergency shutdown

procedure should be agreed between
ship and shore and explains the
possible dangers of not having
established such a procedure.
16.3
Actions to be taken in the event of

failure of systems or services
essential to cargo
16.3.1
Describes the actions to be taken in the

case of deck valve / deck pipeline
leakage.
R2,R3,
R5, R6,
R7, R8
T1, B1, B2,

B5, B6
VC11
A1, A11,
A13, A14
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COMPETENCE 5
16.3.2
Explains the actions to be taken in case

of equipment failure and onboard
emergencies that threaten the safety of
the ship and its crew.
16.4
Firefighting on chemical tankers
16.4.1
Explains how a fire caused by chemicals

is different than that caused by other
substances.
16.4.2
Lists the properties of some chemicals

that require a specific firefighting
response.
16.4.3
Describes how firefighting procedures

are carried out in accordance with the
SMS.
16.5
Enclosed space rescue
16.5.1
Demonstrates an enclosed space

rescue, including all relevant rescue
equipment.
16.6
Cargo reactivity
16.6.1
Explains early indicators of reactivity

and precautions to prevent reactivity in
chemical cargoes.
16.7
Jettisoning cargo
16.7.1
States that the jettisoning of cargo is an

extreme measure, justified only in an
emergency as a means of saving life at
sea or where the integrity of the ship is
at risk.
16.7.2
Describe the precautions to take when

jettisoning of chemical cargo.
16.8
Use of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
16.8.1
Explains with the aid of an SDS the

constituents of the product by chemical
name, name in common usage, UN
number and the maximum
concentration of any toxic components,
expressed as a percentage by volume
or as ppm.
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COMPETENCE 5
TOPIC 17
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ACTIONS TO BE TAKEN FOLLOWING COLLISION, GROUNDING, OR

SPILLAGE
17.0
Actions to be taken following

collision, grounding, or spillage
17.1
Explains standard initial and follow-up

actions to be taken subsequent to a
collision/grounding or spillage and
activation of the Shipboard Oil
Pollution Emergency Plan (SOPEP) /
Shipboard Marine Pollution
Emergency Plan (SMPEP).
17.2
Explains the importance of evidence

collection and emergency reporting
requirements.
TOPIC 18
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R8
T1, B1, B2,

B5, B7
A1, A11,
A13, A14
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)
18.0
Knowledge of medical first aid

procedures on board chemical
tankers, with reference to the MFAG
18.1
Explains the actions taken in a medical

emergency in line with current
recognized first aid practice and
international guidelines
R2, R5,
R6, R8
T1, B1, B2,

B6
A1, A2, A3,

A11, A13
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COMPETENCE 6
Take precautions to prevent pollution of the environment
TRAINING OUTCOMES:
Demonstrates a knowledge, understanding and proficiency to:
19.0
Prevent pollution of the atmosphere and the environment

19.1
19.2
Pollution prevention requirements of ship's construction and equipment.

Controlled operational pollution at sea.
their knowledge of basic elements before undertaking this advanced level content.
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COMPETENCE 6 TAKE PRECAUTIONS TO PREVENT POLLUTION OF THE
ENVIRONMENT
TOPIC 19
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UNDERSTANDING OF PROCEDURES TO PREVENT POLLUTION OF THE

ATMOSPHERE AND THE ENVIRONMENT
19.0
Understanding of procedures to
prevent pollution of the atmosphere
and the environment
19.1
States that carriage of cargo in transit

and cargo handling operations on a
chemical tanker need to comply with
environmental regulations in order to
avoid marine and air pollution.
19.1.1
States that any failure or malfunctioning

of the Oil Discharge and Monitoring
Equipment (ODME) must be recorded in
the oil record book.
19.2
Describes how operations are conducted

in accordance with accepted principles
and procedures to prevent pollution of
the environment.
19.3
States that some countries have national

regulations for limitations in emission
from harmful substances.
R2, R3,
R6, R8
T1, B1, B2,

B3, B5
A1, A11,
A13
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COMPETENCE 7
Monitor and Control compliance with legislative requirements
TRAINING OUTCOMES:
Demonstrates a knowledge, understanding and proficiency to:
20.0
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
21.0
Proficiency in the use of the IBC Code and related documents
their knowledge of basic elements before undertaking this advanced level content
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COMPETENCE 7 Monitor and Control compliance with legislative requirements
TOPIC 20.0
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF 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
20

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
20.1
Demonstrates a working knowledge of

MARPOL Annexes I, II and VI which are
particularly applicable to chemical tanker
cargo operations and the procedures to
properly monitor and control compliance.
20.2
Explains surveys and certification

requirements of a chemical tanker.
20.3
Explains control of operational discharges

of residues of NLS.
20.4
Explains bio-fuels and blending of

bio-fuels, what regulations are applicable
for their transportation, tank cleaning and
disposal procedures.
20.5
Explains the requirements of SOLAS

Chapter VI, Regulation 5-2, addressing
the prohibition of blending of bulk liquid
cargoes.
20.6
Demonstrates the ability to correctly

complete Cargo Record Book entries.
20.7
States that an international standard for

the safe management and operation of
ships and for pollution prevention requires
an ISM system to be implemented and
audited.
20.8
States that the COSWP Section 4

Specialist ship operation are especially
applicable to chemical tankers.
R1, R2,
R3, R6,
R7, R8
T1, B1, B2,

B6, B7
A1, A11,
A12, A13
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COMPETENCE 7
MONITOR AND CONTROL COMPLIANCE WITH LEGISLATIVE

REQUIREMENTS

TOPIC 21
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PROFICIENCY IN THE USE OF THE IBC CODE AND RELATED DOCUMENTS
21.0
Proficiency in the use of the IBC/BCH

Code and related documents
21.1
Explains the purpose and demonstrates

the use of the IBC Code.
21.2
States that chapter 17 of the IBC Code and

the current IMO MEPC.2/Circular lists the
cargoes to which the Code is applicable.
21.3
States
that
specific
additional
requirements are referenced in column "o"
in the table of chapter 17 of the IBC Code.
21.4
States the importance of thorough

knowledge of the IBC Code and its
different chapters, and describes the
content of the most important chapters.
21.5
Explains chapter 19 and how index names

are provided in the Code.
21.6
Explains the purpose and use of the ICS

Tanker Safety Guide for Chemicals.
R1, R2,
R3, R8
T1, B1, B2,

B4, B5, B6, B7
A1, A2,
A11, A12
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Part D: Instructor's Manual
Introduction
This manual reflects the views of the course designer on methodology and organization
considered relevant and important in the light of his/her experience as an instructor. Although
the guidance given here would be of value initially, the course instructors are advised to work
out their own methods and ideas, refining and developing it further, and discarding ideas and
methods which are not found effective.
The course instructors should also bear in mind that preparation and planning constitute a
major contribution to effective presentation of the course.
The instructor's manual provides guidance on the material that is to be presented during the
course. The course material reflects the mandatory minimum requirements for the training and
qualifications of masters, chief engineer officers, chief mates, second engineer officers and
any person with immediate responsibility for loading, unloading and care during transit and
handling, or other cargo-related operations on chemical tankers as specified in
regulation V/1- 1, paragraph 5 of the STCW Convention.
To show consistency and adherence to table A-V/1-1-3 STCW Code, a mapping is provided
for easy reference in Part A of this model course showing STCW's competencies and training
outcomes compared to the topics covered in this IMO model course
The references used throughout the course are mentioned in Part A "Course Framework" and
comprise Teaching Aids (A), IMO Reference Books (R), Text books (T), Bibliography (B) and
Videos (V).
The course outline, timetable and lesson plan provide guidance on the time allocations for the
course material, but the instructor is free to make adjustments as deemed necessary. The
detailed teaching syllabus should be studied carefully. Lesson plans or lecture notes may be
compiled where appropriate.
It is necessary to prepare material for use with audio-visual equipment or for distribution to
trainees as handouts.
Throughout the course, it is important to stress that rules and regulations must be strictly
observed and all precautions taken to minimize risk to safety to an acceptable level and
minimize harmful effects to the environment.
Topics marked with an asterisk (*) could be taught better using a simulator as provided for in
the IMO model course Chemical Tanker Cargo and Ballast Handling Simulator course, which
provides a detailed training programme for chemical tanker operations using specially created
cargo handling exercises. Separate exercises will have to be made with a brief on how to
conduct table-top exercises if simulators are unavailable.
Guidance Notes
While the topics in this course may look very similar to those found in IMO Model Course 1.01,
Basic Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations, it should be noted that the
objective of this advanced level course is to equip a person with the necessary knowledge and
skills to plan, direct, and carry out safe and environmentally-friendly cargo operations. This
person may well be called upon to supervise others as they perform the various cargo-related
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duties. Hence this advanced level course should be presented by the instructional staff very
differently from the way they might present the basic level IMO Model Course 1.01. It may be
useful to review certain aspects of the learning objectives covered in Model Course 1.01, but
the major emphasis here is on a deeper understanding of why chemical tankers are
constructed as they are and how the ship design is aimed at creating safer and more
environmentally-friendly ships than those of years gone by. One of the objectives of this course
is to enable trainees to have a better understanding of various ship designs and characteristics
used in modern tanker construction, the practical implications posed by the designs they face
and accounting for these factors as they plan, direct and/or carry out cargo operations.
Upon completion of this course trainees should be assessed using the criteria in column 4 of
the table A-V/1-1-3 STCW Code.
Specific training guidance is presented below
TOPIC 1
1.1
KNOWLEDGE
EQUIPMENT
OF
CHEMICAL
TANKER
DESIGNS,
SYSTEMS
AND
General arrangement and construction
Instructors should note that the students in this advanced level course are required to show a
deep knowledge and understanding of the topics covered. They should make every effort to
present the material in this light. Rather than reciting facts about the construction and general
arrangement of chemical tankers, instructors should endeavour to fully explain the reasons as
well as the operational advantages and disadvantages of construction technique of chemical
tankers. Trainees should not be asked to memorize all the facts related to construction
requirements. Instead, they should be encouraged to know where to look for design
standard/requirement as they would need to do on board a chemical tanker.
1.2
Pumping arrangement and equipment
Trainees should understand why a specific cargo pumping equipment is chosen for use and
what the practical operational implications these entail including the advantage and
disadvantage of each arrangement. On board, the trainee will have to oversee the safe
operation of these pumps. They will also need to ensure the safety of those spaces that house
the equipment. It is suggested that instructors should not only dwell on facts regarding the
pumping equipment and instead approach the subject matter from the "why" and "how" point
of view.
TOPIC 2
KNOWLEDGE OF PUMP THEORY AND CHARACTERISTICS
The use of diagrams and screenshots to illustrate this section has always proven beneficial for
the trainees' understanding.
TOPIC 3
PROFICIENCY IN TANKER SAFETY CULTURE AND IMPLEMENTATION OF

SAFETY-MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
It is important for the instructor to stress that any effort made toward the creation and
maintenance of a successful tanker safety culture cannot be just an intellectual undertaking
and another paper exercise. Instead, the instructor should encourage the trainee with the
notion that the various instruments and industry guidelines and best practices being discussed
are living systems and are heavily interrelated. Their development by the IMO and other
entities was carried out for good reasons and their successful implementation requires a
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genuine and sincere effort by those in charge. Quite simply, the safer the chemical tanker is,
the less likely it is to be involved in a safety or environmentally related incident.
The instructor should be completely familiar with the relevant instruments and industry
guidelines and best practices including the ISM Code, COSWP, and Tanker Management
Self-Assessment (TMSA) and should emphasize those provisions that are unique to chemical
tankers. Explaining relevant provisions from the instruments and industry guidelines and best
practices can be very helpful. Similarly, every effort should be made to highlight how the
provisions of these instruments might be implemented differently on a chemical tanker than on
other ship types. Where possible, case studies or other real life examples might be very useful
in maximizing the results of such efforts.
TOPIC 4
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF MONITORING AND SAFETY

SYSTEMS, INCLUDING THE EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN SYSTEM
There are various guidelines, codes, rules and regulations covering safety and the monitoring
of atmosphere in gas-dangerous and gas-safe zones on a chemical tanker which must be
understood and always followed. It is important that the instructor emphasizes that it is the
combination of technical equipment and the positive attitude of the operator towards
implementing safety which relates to assessing risks, and monitoring that the ship's crew
complies with procedures and manages safety on board chemical tankers.
TOPIC 5
ABILITY TO PERFORM CARGO MEASUREMENTS AND CALCULATIONS
The trainee should understand the filling limits requirements of the IBC Code.
The trainees should be able to perform cargo measurements and calculations as specified in
Part C of this model course, either on a simulator or by an explanation with the aid of a sketch
and the appended diagrams of various gauges used on board chemical tankers.
It is important that all relevant information required at management level is readily available.
Such information can be ship's ullage tables, ASTM tables, vessel specifications, etc. The
instructor needs to be familiar with cargo calculations and measurements at management
level, and a demonstration using a loading computer is recommended.
TOPIC 6
KNOWLEDGE OF THE EFFECT OF BULK LIQUID CARGOES ON TRIM AND

STABILITY AND STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY
Instructors should note that Part C of this course requires that the trainee should be able to
use the approved trim and stability manual, perform stability calculations and state various
facts about the effect of bulk liquid cargoes on trim, stability and structural integrity.
The trainee is not required to describe or explain concepts in any depth, nor is the trainee
learning the whole subject of stability and trim as might be found in Model Course 7.01 or 7.03.
The focus here should be on the unique properties of bulk liquids and how they will affect the
chemical tanker while underway including "sloshing effect" in tanks with large free surface as
well as while loading and discharging cargo.
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TOPIC 7
7.1
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF CHEMICAL CARGO-RELATED

OPERATIONS
The trainee must be able to demonstrate the ability to plan all stages of the loading and
unloading operations to include ballasting and deballasting so as to avoid exceeding specified
draught, trim or list requirements, while at the same time keeping shear force, bending
moments and metacentric height within prescribed limits.
Practical demonstration should include preparing a written plan as well as on a vessel loading
calculator. i.e. loading computer software programme or on a simulator. The trainee would
have to be provided with copies of appropriate ship's capacity, pumping, tank cleaning,
ballasting, and ventilation plans along with calibration tables (suggested exercises appended
in appendix 2).
ISGOTT and ICS Tanker Safety Guide (Chemicals) contain details of cargo plans and
communications regarding them.
7.2
The trainee should have a thorough understanding of the considerations affecting ballast
quantity and the tanks to be used, the stages of ballasting and deballasting, the associated
stresses, and all applicable regulations and procedures for ballast operations at sea and in
port.
7.3
Tank cleaning operations/ prewash operations
The instructor could refer to ICS Tanker Safety Guide (Chemicals) and ISGOTT for additional
guidance.
For additional information regarding tank cleaning, industry accepted publications can be
consulted.
The trainee should be familiar with the content and purpose of the Procedures and
Arrangements Manual (P&A Manual), approved by the Administration which, inter alia,
outlines the sequence of actions to be taken for cleaning of cargo tanks. Trainees should
further be able to correctly apply the Cleaning and Disposal Procedures (CDP) as set out in
Addendum A to Annex II of MARPOL. Instructors should explain the various tank cleaning
methods, the most common cleaning equipment and cleaning agents as well as the slop
disposal procedures to be applied depending on the type of cargo residues. The factors
influencing the cleaning method should also be explained including, but not restricted to
available time, weather conditions, shipboard equipment available, tank coating.
7.5
Inerting
The trainee should have a thorough understanding of the uses of inert gas including nitrogen,
the inerting process, and operational considerations to include relevant OCIMF and IMO
publications, especially R4.
The trainee should be able to explain when inerting is required and why nitrogen vapour is
used as inert gas on chemical tankers and what criteria apply to declare a tank and its piping
system fully inerted.
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7.6
Gas-freeing
ICS Tanker Safety Guide (Chemicals) and ISGOTT considers tank cleaning and gas freeing
the most hazardous period of tanker operations. The trainee should have a thorough
understanding of the dangers associated with this process and how to conduct safe cleaning
of tanks.
The criteria establishing a gas-free tank leading to the issue of an enclosed space entry permit
should be explained in detail and repeated throughout the course (including Lower Explosive
Limit (LEL) for the gas(es) present, oxygen level and likely toxic gases.
TOPIC 8
8.3
DEVELOPMENT AND APPLICATION

PROCEDURES AND CHECK LISTS
OF
CARGO-RELATED
PLANS,
Describes pre-transfer tank inspection procedures
The trainee should be able to describe tank inspection prior to transferring cargo. This includes
procedures before loading as well as sampling procedures before unloading.
Tank inspection procedures vary from a visual inspection to a full wall wash inspection. If
possible, inspection of the ship's tanks should be made without entering the tanks (ISGOTT),
but in case of e.g. a wall wash inspection, tank entry is necessary. It is important that all tank
entry procedures are adhered to during tank inspection and that shore personnel are
accompanied by the ship's crew while inspecting tanks (ref. Tanker Safety Guide Chemicals).
8.4
Describes procedures for cargo sampling, safety precautions when sampling
and safe storage of cargo samples
The trainee should be familiar with and able to explain the safety precautions to be taken when
sampling in inerted and non-inerted cargo tanks and when sampling hazardous cargoes as
per Tanker Safety Guide (Chemicals).
The trainee should be familiar with the procedures for safe storage of cargo samples, as per
16.5 IBC Code and Tanker Safety Guide (Chemicals).
TOPIC 9
ABILITY TO CALIBRATE AND USE MONITORING AND GAS-DETECTION

SYSTEMS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT
9.1
Ability to calibrate and use monitoring and gas-detection systems, instruments
and equipment
A practical demonstration with gas detection equipment of all the gas monitoring equipment
in Part A of this model course may be used in order to achieve this learning objective.
Since gas detection equipment is constantly being updated and replaced, part of the practical
demonstration should include the ability for the trainee to understand the provisions in the
manufacturer's operating handbook for the equipment used in the practical assessment.
During the "Assessments for Calibration" and "Assessments for Use of Gas Detection
Systems, Instruments and Equipment", the trainee should demonstrate that he/she
comprehends and can apply the manufacturer's instructions. If gas detection systems,
instruments and equipment used are approved and incorporated in the simulator for the
course, a "Manufacturer's Operating Handbook" should be provided for the gas detection
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equipment for which the simulator is modelled. The purpose is to ensure that the trainees can
adapt and know where to find information for specific types of equipment.
TOPIC 10
ABILITY
TO
MANAGE
AND
SUPERVISE
CARGO-RELATED RESPONSIBILITIES
PERSONNEL
WITH
It must be understood that it is the supervising officer's responsibility to ensure safe and
efficient transfer and retention of chemical cargoes. Delegation of duties to other personnel to
assist in that responsibility is required, but does not relieve the supervising officer of his/her
responsibility. Therefore, great care and attentiveness must be made to have properly trained
crew to assist in any transfer or carriage of chemical cargoes and the crew must be supplied
with the proper tools, environment, and a plan which they can easily understand. The instructor
is guided to impress on use of relevant publications including the ship's SMS as required by
the ISM Code.
The instructor should emphasize that once the plan has been created, it is the supervising
officer's duty to check that it is being implemented correctly, and to address any changes that
may be required
TOPIC 11
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF THE PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL

PROPERTIES OF CHEMICAL CARGOES
The instructor needs to explain the general properties of chemicals carried by sea and the
range of hazards normally associated with them.
11.3
The instructor needs to explain that some chemicals require special care to ensure that they
remain in a stable condition. Reactive chemicals may be inherently unstable or, when in
contact with air, water or other materials may react in a dangerous and violent manner.
TOPIC 12
UNDERSTANDING THE INFORMATION IN A MATERIAL SAFETY DATA

SHEET (MSDS)
The goal of this general learning objective would be to understand the hazard information of
the MSDS and take the necessary precautions to safely handle and store the product. It is
recommended that the instructor should conduct an exercise for the trainees to use an MSDS.
The instructor should emphasize that MSDS are provided by the manufacturer or supplier of
a product and therefore differ and not uniform.
12.1 Explains and demonstrates the operational use of the MSDS
Use a sample MSDS sheet and explain each section.
It is important to state here that the specific names and content of these sections can vary from
one supplier's MSDS to another, but are often similar to the 16 sections of the ANSI Standard
for MSDS preparation. If a 9-section MSDS is used then the set of information may be in a
different order and with slightly different headings.
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TOPIC 13
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF THE HAZARDS AND CONTROL

MEASURES
ASSOCIATED
WITH
CHEMICAL
TANKER
CARGO
OPERATIONS
The instructor needs to explain the hazards associated with chemical tanker cargo operations
and the effective control measures applied for each hazard detailed in this topic. The ICS
Tanker Safety Guide (Chemicals) contains details of such hazards and control measures.
TOPIC 14
KNOWLEDGE
AND
UNDERSTANDING
OF
DANGERS
NON-COMPLIANCE WITH RELEVANT RULES/REGULATIONS
OF
The instructor should highlight the most salient international regulations applicable to the
operation of chemical tankers and the cargoes carried on them. This includes the mandatory
provisions of SOLAS and MARPOL as well as the ISM Code. Trainees should also be made
aware that national regulations may require additional measures to be taken and failure to
implement national regulations may result in legal consequences to the company, the master
and the crew. In addition to international regulations the IMO has also adopted
recommendations and guidelines applicable to the operation of chemical tankers and chemical
cargoes carried on them. The implementation of international regulations is also described in
industry guidelines and best practices including COSWP and ISGOTT.
The instructor should remain aware of changing regulatory requirements and need to ensure
appropriate training.
TOPIC 15
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF SAFE WORKING PRACTICES,

INCLUDING RISK ASSESSMENT AND PERSONAL SHIPBOARD SAFETY
RELEVANT TO CHEMICAL TANKERS
The trainee should be able to explain which safety procedures can be found in IMO
resolution A.1050(27) as well as in the ship's SMS. Industry standards, such as ISGOTT and
COSWP, can be used for further information.
TOPIC 16
16.1
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
OF
CHEMICAL
TANKER
The plan should be reviewed and updated on a regular basis to ensure that it reflects any
changes within the current best practice and any key lessons from emergency
exercises/previous emergencies. The instructor may encourage discussion among trainees
based upon actual experiences with different industry standards, local practices and customs.
16.5
Demonstrates an enclosed space rescue with all relevant rescue equipment
The trainee should be able to demonstrate enclosed space rescue at supervisory level.
TOPIC 17
ACTIONS TO BE TAKEN FOLLOWING COLLISION, GROUNDING, OR

SPILLAGE
General procedures for handling these emergencies are covered in IMO Model courses 7.01
and 7.03. The focus here needs to be specific to handling these emergencies on a chemical
tanker. Trainees should understand the reporting procedure in case of spills and understand
the use of SMPEP in such circumstances.
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TOPIC 18
KNOWLEDGE OF MEDICAL FIRST AID PROCEDURES ON BOARD

CHEMICAL TANKERS
Trainees should be able to identify the actions to be taken in a medical emergency caused by
chemical cargoes and substances using the information in current recognized first aid practices
and international guidelines. The instructor should explain and demonstrate the use of the
medical first aid guide including the actions to be taken when various medical emergencies
occur as explained in the MFAG. The MFAG can be found in the supplement of the IMDG
Code.
TOPIC 19
PREVENT POLLUTION OF THE ATMOSPHERE AND THE ENVIRONMENT
The instructor is advised to outline the requirements of international regulatory instruments,

particularly MARPOL Annex II and the IBC Code, governing the prevention of pollution caused
by the cargoes carried on board chemical tankers. The different categories of noxious liquid
substances defined in MARPOL Annex II should be explained including the discharge
provisions that apply to these substances.
The instructor should remain aware of changing regulatory requirements and the need to
ensure appropriate training.
TOPIC 20
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF 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
The instructor should remain aware of changing regulatory requirements and the need to
ensure appropriate training.
TOPIC 21
PROFICIENCY IN THE USE OF THE IBC CODE AND RELATED DOCUMENTS
The instructor is advised to demonstrate to the trainees the use of IBC Code and the ICS
Tanker Safety Guide (Chemicals). The importance of referring to chapter 17 and other relevant
chapters of IBC Code and the safety guide prior to planning/loading any cargo needs to be
emphasized.
The instructor should remain aware of changing regulatory requirements with respect to the
IBC Code, related documents and the need to ensure appropriate training.
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APPENDIX 1
Diagrams for use by the Instructor. Print out as handouts or use for overhead projector
(OHP) transparencies, if suitably enlarged
NOTE: The numbering of the figures appended herein is that of the General Learning
Objectives (GLO), e.g. Figure no: 2.0 (A to F) represents GLO 2.0 "Knowledge of pump theory
and characteristics, including the types of Cargo Pumps and their safe operations" and should
be used with their respective Specific learning Objectives (SLO) included in Part "C" and
Part "D".
Diagrams from the IMO Model Course 1.01 "Basic Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo
Operations" course may also be used.
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Figure 1.2 A: Single and double acting reciprocating pumps
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Figure 1.2 B: Eductor used for stripping
Figure 1.2 C: Portable Chemical Emergency Cargo pump
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Figure 1.2 D: Arrangements for loading through the deep-well pump
Figure 1.2 E: Arrangements for loading through the drop line
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Figure 1.2 F: Pumping arrangements and equipment of a chemical tanker
Figure 1.2 G: Tank section of a product/chemical tanker with deep-well pumps
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Figure 1.2 H: Operation of a Reciprocating piston pump
Figure 1.2 I: Types of pumps and pumping concepts
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Figure 1.2 J: Deep-well pumps
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Figure 1.2 K: A chemical tanker deep-well cargo pump
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Figure 1.4 A: Chemical tanker Deck pipeline arrangements
Fig 1.4 B: Manifold arrangements of a chemical tanker
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Figure 1.4 C: Simulator Manifold connection
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Figure 1.6 D: Restricted gauging and sampling equipment
Figure 1.6 E: High level and overfill alarms
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Figure 1.7: Gas detector tubes
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Figure 1.8 A: Heating arrangements of a Chemical Tanker
Figure 1.8 B: Tank Heating arrangements on a chemical tanker's main deck

(Chemical Simulator)
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Figure 1.8 C: Tank-cleaning heater (Chemical Simulator)
Figure 1.8 D: Chemical tank with heating coils, pumps and cargo diffuser
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Figure 1.9: Tank-cleaning machines
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Figure 1.10: Venting system of a chemical tanker (Chemical Simulator)
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Figure 1.12: Cargo area venting arrangements of a chemical tanker
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Figure 1.13.3: Vapour return system for emission control
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Figure1.15: Tank construction materials and coatings
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Figures 1.15 and 8.0: Stowage planning for parcel tankers as per tank coatings
Figure 1.15.10: Tank coating resistance list

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DRAFT REVISED IMO MODEL COURSE ON

ADVANCED TRAINING FOR CHEMICAL TANKER CARGO OPERATIONS
PART 2
Figure 2.0 A: Pumps operated in Parallel
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Figure 2.0 B: Pump curves
Figure 2.0.C: Net positive suction head
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Fig: 2.0C Pump Q-H curves
Figure 2.0 D: Drawing of a closed hydraulic system
Figure 2.0 E: Drawing of an open hydraulic system
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Figure 2.0 F: Drawing showing the stripping operations of a deep-well pump
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Figure 3: Safety Management checklist
Figure 5.0 A: Density Correction Factor curve is a straight line for small temperature
differences for unsaturated hydrocarbons and most chemicals
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Figure 5.0 B: ASTM Volume correction
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Trim Aft
Sound In Meters
0.000
0.010
0.020
0.030
0.040
0.050
0.060
0.070
0.080
0.090
0.100
0.110
0.120
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0.150
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0.170
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0.190
7.000
7.010
7.020
7.030
7.040
7.050
7.060
7.070
7.080
7.090
7.100
7.110
7.120
7.130
7.140
7.150
7.160
7.170
7.180
7.190
7.200
7.210
-3.00
0.00
M3
0.19
0.30
0.45
0.63
0.83
1.10
1.39
1.72
2.07
2.46
2.86
3.27
3.72
4.16
4.65
5.14
5.65
6.18
6.73
7.29
1234.04
1234.15
1234.26
1234.36
1234.47
1234.57
1234.68
1234.78
1234.88
1234.97
1235.97
1233.16
1235.24
1235.35
1235.4
1235.48
1235.55
1235.61
1235.67
1235.73
1235.79
1235.85
M3
0.00
0.02
0.09
0.20
0.34
0.52
0.73
0.97
1.23
1.53
1.84
2.17
2.52
2.9
3.31
3.74
4.19
4.67
5.17
5.09
1232.86
1232.98
1233.1
1233.21
1233.33
1233.54
1233.56
1233.67
1233.78
1233.89
1234.00
1234.10
1234.21
1234.31
1234.42
1234.52
1234.62
1234.73
1234.84
1234.95
1235.06
1235.12
3.00
Capacity
M3
0.02
0.05
0.07
0.13
0.21
0.33
0.48
0.05
0.85
1.09
1.35
1.63
1.94
2.27
2.62
2.99
3.37
3.77
4.18
4.61
1231.16
1231.32
1231.48
1231.62
1231.77
1231.92
1231.07
1232.22
1232.36
1232.50
1232.65
1232.79
1232.92
1233.06
1233.19
1233.32
1233.44
1233.56
1233.68
1233.80
1233.97
1233.00
6.00
M3
0.09
0.12
0.16
0.21
0.26
0.34
0.46
0.61
0.78
0.98
1.20
1.45
1.71
2.00
2.30
2.62
2.96
3.31
3.68
4.06
1228.6
1228.91
1229.18
1229.43
1229.64
1229.82
1229.99
1230.17
1230.33
123050
1230.67
1230.83
1231.00
1231.16
1231.32
1231.48
1231.64
1231.80
1231.96
1232.11
1232.27
1232.00
Figure 5.0 C: Trim tables relevant to cargo calculations
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Figure 7.1 A: Screenshot of a loading computer of a chemical tanker for stowage planning
and cargo calculations (Chemical Simulator)
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Figure 7.1 B: Use MSDS for stowage planning exercise
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LCHS- CHEMICAL LOADING PLAN

0 hrs
CT
ULL
VOL
2 HRS
Wt.
ULL
VOL
4HRS
Wt.
ULL
VOL
6 HRS
Wt.
ULL
VOL
completion
8 HRS
Wt.
ULL
VOL
CT1(P)
CT1(S)
CT2(P)
CT2(S)
CT3(P)
CT3(S)
CT4(P)
CT4(S)
CT5(P)
CT5(S)
CT6(P)
CT6(S)
CT7(P)
CT7(S)
CT8(P)
CT8(S)
CT9(P)
CT9(S)
WBT
fpk
1P
1S
2P
2S
3P
3S
4P
4S
5P
5S
HEEL(P)
HEEL S
6P
6S
TCFWT P
TCFWT S
AFT.PEAK
Draft Fwd
Draft Aft
SF
BM
GM FL
Figure 7.1 C: Loading plan form
Wt.
ULL
VOL
Wt.
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Figure 7.1D: Chemical Simulator Power Pack and Hydraulic controls of a cargo pumping system
Figure 7.2: Ballast Pump room on a chemical tanker (Chemical Simulator)
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Figure 7.3 A: Cleaning and disposal procedures
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Figure 7.3 B: Tank cleaning and disposal procedure in MARPOL Annex II
Fig:7.10 A Compatibility chart.
Figure 7.10: Compatibility chart

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Figure 9.0 A: Circuit diagram of a Tankscope
Figure 9.0 B: Detection pump and tubes

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Figure 9.0 C: Gas detector
Figure 9.0 D: Portable oxygen detector
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Figure 9.0 E: Various gas detection instruments
Figure 11 A: Periodic table
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Figure 11B: Methane molecule CH4
Figure11 C: Schematic representation of hydrocarbon molecules
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Figure 11 D: Molecular structure
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Figure12.0 A: MSDS placed on display for crew
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Figure 12.0 B: MSDS for sulphuric acid
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Figure 13.1 A: Flammability diagram for flammable cargoes
Figure 13.1 B: Flammable Range
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Figure 13.3 A: Health Hazards
Figure 13.3 B: Health Hazards in percentage of exposures to oil and chemicals
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Figure 15.1 A: Entering enclosed space with SCBA
Figure 15.1 B: Examples of enclosed / confined spaces
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Figure 15.5: Protective Clothing
Figure 16.4: Fire Safety - Fire drill on a ship
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Figure 18 A: Use of MFAG chemical supplement- flow chart.
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Figure 18 B: Use of MFAG chemical supplement - Diagnosis
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Figure 20: Stripping requirements as per MARPOL Annex II
Figure 21.3: IBC Code, chemical tanker location of tanks for ship types 1, 2 and 3.
Ship Type 1 each tank capacity not more than 1250 m3;
Ship Type 2 each tank capacity not more than 3000 m3;
Ship Type 3 each tank capacity not regulated.
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APPENDIX 2
EXERCISES
The exercises below may be conducted using a simulator or as table-top exercise. For
table-top exercises the trainees should be provided with a PC loaded with a chemical
tanker's loading computer software and hard copies of the ship's capacity plan,
pumping, ballasting, ventilation (inerting) and tank cleaning plans, calibration tables of
ballast and cargo tanks and other plans/ details considered relevant for the exercise.
Exercise number 1: Chemical tanker - Cargo handling simulator layout
Objectives:
The trainee should be able to understand the subsystems and their overall
interactivity in the chemical cargo handling simulator in order to carry out
the operations involved.
Familiarization with terminology and communications during liquid cargo
operations.
Prerequisites:
The theoretical aspects of the various kinds of liquid cargo transport

should be known to the trainee. Basic naval architecture related to
chemical tanker would have been studied prior to simulator exercises.
Basic stability and stress theory will have to be known by the trainees.
Training materials:
Simulator or PowerPoint presentations of the mimic diagrams used in the

CCR (Cargo Control Room) layout and general arrangements of the
vessel in the liquid cargo simulator.
Simulator Condition:
Familiarization exercise enabling operations of all chemical tanker

systems.
Briefing:
Explanation of the ship type modelled.

Explanation of various subsystems and how they are interconnected.
Explanation of the Loading Computer, trim, draft and heel indicators.
Student action:
Operate PC and familiarize with operational equipment.

Repeat previous theory learned on cargo systems, stability and stress, in
case simulator is unavailable, and describe the operations using
presentation slides.
Instructor action:
Apart from system mimics, emphasize overall connection of the systems

in the vessel.
Explain symbols used in mimics.
Explain Loading Computer and how it can be used in stowage planning.
Debriefing:
Check if all systems and interconnection of systems of the simulator was

understood.
Discuss if relationships with previous theory are properly understood.
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Evaluation:
The trainee should demonstrate understanding of subsystems and

symbols using ship data, ship plans and diagrams.
For table-top exercises, trainees should be familiarized with a
ship's loading computer programme on PC and the ship's
capacity, pumping, tank cleaning, ballasting, ventilation
(inerting) plans and the cargo system.
Exercise number 2: Inerting cargo tanks

Objectives:
The trainee should be able to understand the principles, operations and

safety precautions involved with inerting of cargo tanks.
Prerequisites:
Introductory exercises such as No 1, will have been completed. Theory

of UEL, LEL and explosive mixtures will have been covered using
flammability diagram.
Training materials:
OHP sheets of the Inert Gas Generating (IGG) system, the IG distribution
lines as on inerting mimics of cargo tanks.
Cargo tanks empty, filled with air. Normal ballast condition.
Student action:
After checking atmosphere in tanks, decision to be made for which tanks

to start inerting and line up.
Continuous monitoring of IG flow and O2 content in the tanks.
Instructor action:
Check choice of tanks, system used, and method of inerting. Check

quality of IG supplied.
Debriefing:
The instructor should ascertain that the tank atmospheres are at the
required level of O2.
Check that trainees have understood the principles of inerting and safety
precautions involved.
Evaluation:
By question and answer confirm that students have understood the

principles of, and reasons for inerting of cargo tanks.
Based on the achieved levels of IG and O2 in the tanks, the trainees'
understanding and skills of inerting can be evaluated.
If simulator is not available, trainees to use the ventilation
(inerting) plan and show sequence of inerting, method of
inerting (dilution or displacement) with timeline, inert gas
supply and tank atmosphere monitoring procedure till all tanks
are finally inerted.
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Annex, page 133
Exercise number 3: Loading full cargo of various chemicals
Objectives:
The trainee should be able to perform cargo planning for loading

operation, load a full cargo into the vessel maintaining stability and stress
criteria, and maximum allowable draft and trim.
Prerequisites:
The trainees will have performed familiarization exercises on the

simulator and they will have knowledge of loading zones, stability, shear
forces and bending moments. Use the stowage planning exercise sheet
(see Figure 7.1 D) and conduct table-top exercises to ensure compatibility
of the cargo.
Training materials:
Mimic diagrams of cargo deck

loading/discharge and cargo tanks.
lines,
manifold
connections,
Displacement table, MSDS and compatibility chart. Loading computer on

simulator.
Vessel cargo tanks empty with ballast on board.

Shore connection for different grades and in different groups of tanks.
Briefing:
Trainees should be told that all cargo tanks are empty and simultaneous
deballasting required for this exercise.
Tanks to be filled up to 98% as per calculations according to the IBC
Code.
Shear forces and bending moments to be kept within limits throughout
the operation. Estimation of expected stability condition, shear forces and
bending moments to be done prior to carrying out cargo and ballast
operations.
During loading cargo tanks, gas to be vented to shore (or as applicable).
Student action:
Trainees can perform preliminary stress and stability requirements with

the Loading Computer.
Shore manifold connection to be made, manifold lines with jumper
connection completed and commence loading. When loading tanks,
levels to be monitored as well as tank atmosphere and shear forces and
bending movements.
Instructor action:
Check preliminary stress calculations.

Check tanks loaded in planned sequence in order to keep stresses within
limits. Check tank levels after filling and topping off. If the exercise of filing
all tanks takes too long in real time, real-time simulation may be
suspended and continued fast time until a further crucial stage of
operation is reached, such as topping off of tanks.
Debriefing:
Trainees should understand possibilities and limitations of a full cargo

being loaded.
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Verifying that stresses and stability was monitored throughout the
operation. Final draft, trim, tank ullages and atmosphere were monitored.
Evaluation:
By means of observation of final condition assessing if trainees have

reached required condition and that all values of levels, volumes, trim and
list, shear force and bending moments are within the determined limits.
For table-top exercise, trainees should be required to develop a
loading plan using the loading computer, showing different
stages of loading/deballasting using bar charts.
Trainees to be provided with compatibility chart and MSDS for
cargoes to be loaded. Use the pumping and ventilation plan to
indicate proper lining up.
Exercise number 4: Unloading full or part cargo of various chemicals

Objectives:
The trainee should be able to perform cargo planning for unloading

operation, unload a full or part cargo from the vessel, maintaining stability
and stress criteria and maximum allowable draft and trim.
Prerequisites:
The trainees will have performed familiarization exercises on the

simulator and they will have knowledge of loading zones, stability, shear
forces and bending moments.
Training materials:
PowerPoint slides/OHP sheets of mimic diagrams of cargo deck lines,

manifold connections, unloading of cargo tanks.
Displacement table and MSDS. Loading computer on simulator.
Vessel cargo tanks full and no ballast on board.

Shore connection for multi grades and in different group of tanks.
Briefing:
Trainees should be informed that all tanks are fully loaded and ballast
operations need to be carried out during unloading for this exercise.
Tanks to be unloaded with pre-planned sequential quantities and pump
operations to be familiarized with.
Shear forces and bending moments to be kept within limits. Preliminary
check to be carried out with the ship in final ballast conditions with off line
Loading Computer.
When unloading tank stripping and draining shall be carried out using
special techniques (if applicable).
Student action:
Trainees can perform preliminary stress check with the Loading

Computer.
Connection of shore manifold to be made, manifold lines with jumper
connection completed and unloading to commence according to stress
limitations. During unloading tanks, levels to be monitored as well as tank
atmosphere and shear forces and bending moments to be frequently
checked.
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Annex, page 135
Instructor action:
Check preliminary stress calculations.

Check if tanks are unloaded in planned sequence in order to keep
stresses within limits. Check tank residues after unloading are in
compliance with regulations.
If the exercise of unloading all tanks takes too long in real time, real-time
simulation may be suspended and continued fast time until a further
crucial stage of operation is reached, such as stripping of tanks.
Debriefing:
Trainees should understand limitations of a full/part cargo being

unloaded.
Stresses and stability were monitored and final draft, trim, tank ullages,
pressure, temperatures and atmosphere were continuously checked.
Evaluation:
By means of observation of final ballast condition assessing if trainees

have reached required condition of ballast water and empty tanks and
that all levels, volumes, trim and list, shear force and bending moments
were within the determined limits.
For table-top exercise, trainees are required to develop an
unloading plan using the loading computer showing different
stages of unloading/ballasting using bar charts.
Candidates to be provided with MSDS for cargoes to be
unloaded. Use the pumping and ventilation plan to indicate
proper lining up.
Exercise number 5: Chemical tanker - Purge and ventilate cargo tanks for entry
Objective:
The trainee should be able to prepare cargo tanks for entry after
unloading chemical cargo.
The trainee will learn how to purge cargo tanks with inert gas and air to
safe level before entry is permitted.
Prerequisites:
Familiarization exercise number 1.

Inerting exercise number 2.
Theory of explosion limits LEL and UEL
Theory of Threshold Limit values (TLV)
Training material:
Tank atmosphere flammability diagrams.

Shore N2 line up.
Vessel ballasted to normal seagoing condition.

All cargo tanks empty.
Tank atmosphere: Flammable and Toxic.
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Annex, page 136
Briefing:
The different status of the tanks to be explained to trainees.

Safe levels of chemical vapours and O2 to be pointed out.
Use of IG System, P/V valves and venting system.
Student action:
Start purging selected cargo tanks with inert gas to safe vapour
concentration before starting to ventilate with air. Make one or two tanks
gas free for entry.
Tank atmosphere to be constantly monitored.
Instructor action:
Check that trainees observe tank atmosphere for flammability, toxicity

and that selected tanks are at safe levels before starting to ventilate with
air.
Debriefing:
Ensure trainees have understood correct use of tank atmosphere levels.

The importance of proper purging with IG to safe gas concentration
before ventilating with air to be stressed upon.
Evaluation:
By means of the tank atmosphere checks, the oxygen and gas contents
in the vented tanks can be monitored.
For table-top exercise, trainees are required to use the
ventilation (Inerting) plan to indicate lining up. Time taken for
purging and gas freeing to be calculated stating method used
(displacement or dilution). Flammability diagrams to be
provided.
Exercise number 6: Chemical tanker - Tank cleaning with water/chemicals and also with steam
Objectives:
The trainee should be able to make a tank cleaning plan with cleaning
and discharge (CDP) procedures specific to cargo unloaded and next
cargo to be loaded, using P & A manual and carry out tank cleaning.
By means of the exercise the relationship between the various
subsystems is to be demonstrated.
Prerequisites:
Familiarization exercise.
Unloading exercise.
IG usage exercise.
Theoretical knowledge of trim and heel is required.
Pollution prevention rules and procedures have been discussed.
Training materials:
Mimic diagram of cargo tanks.

Cargo pump operation technique (e.g. FRAMO)
IG system. Tank cleaning plan.
MSDS of cargo discharged and details of next cargo.
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Cargo tanks empty with residues from multi grades of chemical parcels.
In full ballast condition.
Briefing:
Trainees should be made aware of the complexity of the exercise which

should be built up step by step.
Requirements and precautions during tank cleaning.
Tank cleaning plan to be followed.
Student action:
The trainees will start with preparing a tank cleaning plan, which will keep
trim and heel within the acceptable limits.
Chemical tank cleaning and stripping will take place simultaneously.
In this order operation will continue until all tanks empty.
Instructor action:
The instructor should ascertain that the sequence of tank cleaning, trim
and heel is taken into consideration.
During tank cleaning the tank atmosphere is to be monitored and inert
gas supplied in accordance with the requirements of the IBC Code.
Debriefing:
Check in which order tanks have been cleaned.

Check suitable draft, trim and heel were maintained.
Evaluation:
By means of question and answer, determine understanding of multiple

operations.
Time needed to complete operations will be a measure of efficient
conduct of operations.
All cargo residues should be removed, tanks cleaned for the next cargo
fulfilling all statutory and commercial requirements.
For this table-top exercise trainees are required to develop a
tank cleaning plan showing different stages of tank cleaning
using bar charts. MSDS of cargo discharged and details of next
cargo to be provided.
Trainees to use the pumping, ventilation and tank cleaning plan
to indicate proper lining up.
HTW 3/3/1
Annex, page 138
APPENDIX 3
CASE STUDIES
In this appendix, a few sample case studies on chemical tanker accidents have been
presented. The objective is to sensitize the trainees regarding the huge fallout of
accidents on board a chemical tanker. The instructor could also use other case studies
of chemical tanker related incidents.
When discussing the causes, trainees should be actively involved in order to facilitate
a better understanding of the causes which led to the incident and to devise preventive
actions to avoid similar incidents.
.
CASE STUDY 1
Tank explosion on board a chemical tanker
The incident:
Prior to loading cargo the vessel was required to be gas-free and clean cargo tanks. To
accomplish this, the dehumidifier system was used to gas-free the tanks. The system
consisted of a blower within the forward store, a main line along the deck and branch lines to
each cargo tank.
Recognizing the risk of cargo vapours passing along the line to the forward store, the system
was fitted with individual tank valves, a main line isolation valve, a non-return valve and a spool
piece, which the company required to be removed when the system was not in operation to
isolate the forward store from the cargo side of the system.
One day after loading cargo of naptha, and three days prior to the incident, five crew members
entered the forward store as part of a familiarization tour conducted by a junior deck officer.
They were met by a strong smell of cargo; however, this was not reported to a senior officer.
Figure: Exploded forward store
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Two days later and with the vessel being at sea, the ventilation flaps, hatch and door of the
forward store were secured. The following day the bosun opened the door of the forward store
and turned the ventilation fan on. An explosion occurred and the bosun was killed.
Observations:
Several valves in the dehumidifier system were passing and the spool piece was not removed
after the tank cleaning operation. It was therefore possible for cargo vapours to enter the
forward store and with the store room secured for sea, an explosive atmosphere was created.
The ventilation fan provided the ignition source.
Five crew members smelt cargo vapour in the forward store but did not report this to a senior
officer. Some of them were new to the vessel and junior in rank. The spool piece was not
removed as required by the company. It was found that the position and design of the spool
piece made it difficult to handle. The spool piece is 2 metres above deck height and 50kg in
weight.
Immediate Cause:
Irregularities not reported to senior officers.
Root Cause
Procedures not followed.
Discuss best practices to preventive such incidents:
Do not hesitate to report any unusual findings to senior officers.
Follow prescribed procedures.
On completion of operations spool pieces must be removed and the blanks properly fitted. In
order to make them standing out, all portable bends, and spool pieces are clearly marked and
labelled.
Vessels with awkward and heavy spool pieces, as in this case of the dehumidifier system,
should consider alternative arrangements and, if possible, replace the spool pieces with a
flexible hose, in consultation with the classification society.
HTW 3/3/1
Annex, page 140
CASE STUDY 2
Over Pressure / Under pressurization of tanks
There have been numerous cases of serious tank structural failure as a result of over /
under pressure conditions created in cargo tanks due to blocked pressure / vacuum
(PV) valves and vent lines leading to them.
Incident:
A partly loaded vessel arrived and anchored while awaiting the pilot. She was loaded with high
melting point cargo (Phenol). While anchored, the crew felt a sudden strong vibration and
noticed deformation of deck plating and transverse frame above the cargo tank holding Phenol.
The cargo was later observed to have flowed into the adjacent empty cargo tank and into two
ballast tanks below the Phenol cargo tank. There was no injury or pollution due to the incident
and no breach of integrity to outer hull.
Observations:
The vessel experienced very rough sea, swell, cold climate, rolling and pitching during the
voyage. With the cargo tank fully loaded, cargo sloshed and entered into the mouth of the vent
line. Due to the high melting point of Phenol and the low ambient temperature, Phenol solidified
at the mouth of the vent line which gradually blocked the vent line completely. With rise in
ambient temperature, the tank pressure raised resulting in damage to the deck plating and
tank sides.
Immediate cause:
Clogging of vent line with high melting point cargo.
Root cause:
Not applying adequate control measures to take care of cargo property (high melting point).
Discuss best practices to prevent such incidents:
Always be aware of cargo properties and hazards they present.
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Annex, page 141
Pressure/vacuum (P/V) valves and other relief devices should be well maintained and tested
to ensure they function as designed for the cargo carried. Such valves and vent lines leading
to them can become blocked by cargoes, especially if they have high wax content, high melting
points or are polymerizing cargoes. Even when the P/V valves appear to operate freely, flow
through vent lines must be confirmed.
Always monitor cargo tank pressures to avoid over / under pressurization of cargo
tanks
Never load cargo more than the allowable limit.
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Annex, page 142
Part E: Evaluation
The effectiveness of any evaluation depends to a great extent on the precision of the
description of what is to be evaluated. The detailed teaching syllabus is thus designed to assist
the Instructors with descriptive verbs, mostly taken from the widely used Bloom's taxonomy.
Evaluation/Assessment is a way of finding out if learning has taken place. It enables the
assessor (Instructor), to ascertain if the learner has gained the required skills and knowledge
needed at a given point towards a course or qualification.
The purpose of evaluation/assessment is to:
assist student learning;
identify students' strengths and weaknesses;
assess the effectiveness of a particular instructional strategy;
assess and improve the effectiveness of curriculum programs; and
assess and improve teaching effectiveness.
The different types of evaluation/assessment can be classified as:

Initial / Diagnostic assessment
This should take place before the trainee commences a course/qualification to ensure they are
on the right path. Diagnostic assessment is an evaluation of a trainee's skills, knowledge,
strength and areas for development. This can be carried out during an individual or group
setting by the use of relevant tests.
Formative assessment
Is an integral part of the teaching/learning process and is hence is a "Continuous" assessment.
It provides information on trainee's progress and may also be used to encourage and motivate
them.
Purpose of formative assessment
To provide feedback to students;
To motivate students;
To diagnose students' strengths and weaknesses; and
To help students to develop self-awareness.
Summative assessment
It is designed to measure trainee's achievement against defined objectives and targets. It may
take the form of an exam or an assignment. In Advanced Level Courses, individual summative
assessments are assigned and can be interspersed as appropriate throughout the course. As
an integral part of the process, ALL have to be INDIVIDUALLY passed. Other exams, including
a "Final Exam" may be added at the discretion of the instructor, but they cannot replace or
offset any required assessment not passed by the Trainee.
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Annex, page 143
Purpose of summative assessment
To pass or fail a trainee; and
To grade a trainee.
Evaluation for Quality assurance

Evaluation can also be required for quality assurance purposes.
Purpose of assessment with respect to quality assurance
To provide feedback to Instructors on trainee's learning;
To evaluate a module's strengths and weaknesses; and
To improve teaching.
Assessment Planning
Assessment planning should be specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and time-bound
(SMART).
Some methods of assessment that could be used depending upon the course/qualification are
as follows and should all be adapted to suit individual needs:
Observation (In Oral examination, Simulation exercises, Practical demonstration);
Questions (written or oral);
Tests;
Assignments, activities, projects, tasks and/or case studies;
Simulations (also refer to section A-I/12 of the STCW code 2010); and
CBT.
Validity
The evaluation methods must be based on clearly defined objectives, and it must truly
represent what is meant to be assessed; for example, only the relevant criteria and the syllabus
or course guide. There must be a reasonable balance between the subject topics involved and
also in the testing of trainees' KNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTANDING AND PROFICIENCY of the
concepts.
Reliability
Assessment should also be reliable (if the assessment was done again with a similar
group/learner, would you receive similar results). We may have to deliver the same subject to
different group of learners at different times. If other assessors are also assessing the same
course/qualification as us, we need to ensure we are all making the same decisions.
To be reliable an evaluation procedure should produce reasonably consistent results no matter
which set of papers or version of the test is used.
If the Instructors are going to assess their own trainees, they need to know what they are to
assess and then decide how to do this. The what will come from the standards/learning
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outcomes of the course/qualification they are delivering. The how may already be decided for
them if it is an assignment, test or examination.
The instructors need to consider the best way to assess the skills, knowledge and attitudes of
our learners, whether this will be formative and/or summative and how the assessment will be
valid and reliable.
All work assessed should be valid, authentic, current, sufficient and reliable; this is often known
as VACSR "valid assessments create standard results".
Valid the work is relevant to the standards/criteria being assessed:
Authentic the work has been produced solely by the learner;
Current the work is still relevant at the time of assessment;
Sufficient the work covers all the standards/criteria:
Reliable the work is consistent across all learners, over time and at the required
level.
It is important to note that no single method can satisfactorily measure knowledge and skills
over the entire spectrum of matters to be tested for the assessment of competence.
Care should therefore be taken to select the method most appropriate to the particular aspect
of competence to be tested, bearing in mind the need to frame questions which relate as
realistically as possible to the requirements of the officer's job at sea.
STCW Code as amended in 2010
The training and assessment of seafarers, as required under the Convention, are
administered, supervised and monitored in accordance with the provisions of section A-I/6 of
the STCW Code.
Column 3 Methods for demonstrating competence and Column 4 - Criteria for evaluating
competence in Table A-V/1-1-3 (Specification of minimum standard of competence in basic
training for Chemical tanker cargo operations) of STCW Code 2010 sets out the methods and
criteria for evaluation.
Instructors should refer to this table when designing the assessment.
Instructors should also refer to the guidance as given in Part B-II/1 of STCW code, as given
below.
Evaluation of competence
The arrangements for evaluating competence should be designed to take account of different
methods of assessment which can provide different types of evidence about candidates'
competence, e.g.:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
direct observation of work activities (including seagoing service);

skills/proficiency/competency tests;
projects and assignments;
evidence from previous experience; and
written, oral and computer-based questioning techniques.
HTW 3/3/1
Annex, page 145
One or more of the first four methods listed should almost invariably be used to provide
evidence of ability, in addition to appropriate questioning techniques to provide evidence of
supporting knowledge and understanding.
Assessment is also covered in detail in another IMO Model Course; however, to assist and aid
the Instructors, some extracts from the Model course is used to explain in depth.
Multiple choice questions
Marking or scoring is easier if multiple-choice test items are used, but in some cases difficulties
may arise in creating plausible distracters.
Detailed sampling allows immediate identification of errors of principle and those of a clerical
nature. It must be emphasized that this holds true, in general, only if the test item is based on
a single step in the overall calculation. Multiple-choice items involving more than one step may,
in some cases, have to be resorted to in order to allow the creation of a sufficient number of
plausible distracters, but care must be exercised to ensure that distracters are not plausible
for more than one reason if the nature of the error made (and hence the distracter chosen) is
to affect the scoring of the test item.
Compiling tests
Whilst each examining authority establishes its own rules, the length of time which can be
devoted to assessing the competence of candidates for certificates of competency is limited
by practical, economic and sociological restraints. Therefore, a prime objective of those
responsible for the organization and administration of the examination system is to find the
most efficient, effective and economical method of assessing the competency of candidates.
An examination system should effectively test the breadth of a candidate's knowledge of the
subject areas pertinent to the tasks he is expected to undertake. It is not possible to examine
candidates fully in all areas, so in effect the examination samples a candidate's knowledge by
covering as wide a scope as is possible within the time constraints and testing his depth of
knowledge in selected areas.
The examination as a whole should assess each candidate's comprehension of principles,
concepts and methodology; his ability to apply principles, concepts and methodology; his
ability to organize facts, ideas and arguments and his abilities and skills in carrying out those
tasks he will be called upon to perform in the duties he is to be certificated to undertake.
All evaluation and testing techniques have their advantages and disadvantages. An examining
authority should carefully analyse precisely what it should be testing and can test. A careful
selection of test and evaluation methods should then be made to ensure that the best of the
variety of techniques available today is used. Each test shall be that best suited to the learning
outcome or ability to be tested.
Quality of test items
No matter which type of test is used, it is essential that all questions or test items used should
be as brief as possible, since the time taken to read the questions themselves lengthens the
examination. Questions must also be clear and complete. To ensure this, it is necessary that
they be reviewed by a person other than the originator. No extraneous information should be
incorporated into questions; such inclusions can waste the time of knowledgeable candidates
and tend to be regarded as 'trick questions'. In all cases, the questions should be checked to
ensure that they measure an objective which is essential to the job concerned.
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Annex, page 146
Advantages and disadvantages of oral and practical tests
It is generally considered advisable that candidates for certificates of competency should be
examined orally. Some aspects of competency can only be properly judged by having the
candidate demonstrate his ability to perform specific tasks in a safe and efficient manner. The
safety of the ship and the protection of the marine environment are heavily dependent on the
human element. The ability of candidates to react in an organized, systematic and prudent way
can be more easily and reliably judged through an oral/practical test incorporating the use of
models or simulators than by any other form of test.
One disadvantage of oral/practical tests is that they can be time-consuming. Each test may
take up about 1 to 2 hours if it is to comprehensively cover the topics concerned.
Equipment must also be available in accordance with the abilities that are to be tested. Some
items of equipment can economically be dedicated solely for use in examinations.
In general, written exams are excellent forms to evaluate trainees' Knowledge, Understanding
and Proficiency of the concepts. However, if the goal is to evaluate a broad spectrum of
material using only a sample of questions, care must be taken to protect the security of the
exam from the trainees prior to the exam period. It is only natural for the trainees to focus on
just the sample questions and not the broad spectrum of the material if the trainees have
access to an exam prior to the exam period. It must also be noted that when training facilities
use the same exams over multiple sessions of the same course, that it is nearly impossible to
protect the security of the exam over an extended period of time; and therefore, training
facilities/Instructors should adjust the questions and format of their exams at reasonable
periods of time.
HTW 3/3/1
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SIMULATOR ASSESSMENT
HUMAN FACTORS
Sr. No
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
SelfAppraisals
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Name
Rank
Company
Name
Rank
Company
Cert no:
Cert no:
Leadership
Team Work
Communication Skills
OPERATIONAL
SKILLS
Ability to recognize
faults
Ability to take remedial
actions
EXERCISES
Exercise 1
Exercise 2
Exercise 3
Written Test Marks
Overall Grading
REMARKS:
Please address your comments to:

Maritime Safety Division
Head of Maritime Training and Human Element
International Maritime Organization
4 Albert Embankment
London SE1 7SR
United Kingdom
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SUB-COMMITTEE ON HUMAN ELEMENT,

VALIDATED MODEL TRAINING COURSES

This document provides the draft of a revised model course on

STW 40/14; HTW 2/3/1 and HTW 2/19

DRAFT REVISED IMO MODEL COURSE ON

IMO wishes to express its sincere appreciation to the Government

Purpose of the model courses

Use of the model course

This course provides training to candidates to be duly qualified in accordance with

Advanced level of familiarization with the equipment, instrumentation and

A greater awareness of the need of proper planning, use of checklists for

Properly qualified instructors;

Part A: Course Framework

Course intake limitations

Teaching facilities and equipment

Table A-V/1-1-3 STCW Code

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Proficiency in tanker safety

Knowledge and understanding

Ability to perform cargo

Knowledge of the effect of bulk

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Knowledge and understanding

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loading and unloading plans

tank atmosphere control

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Ability to calibrate and use

Ability to manage and

11.0 Knowledge and understanding

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13.0 Knowledge and understanding

15.0 Knowledge and understanding

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precautions to be taken when

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ship emergency response plans

cargo operations emergency

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18.0 Knowledge of medical first aid

19.0 Understanding of procedures to

20.0 Knowledge and understanding

IMO Model course 1.03

Table A-V/1-1-3 STCW Code

21.0 Proficiency in the use of the IBC

IMO Model course 1.03

Teaching Aids (A)

Instructor's Manual (Part D of this course)

IMO references (R)

Note: References should be latest versions

Note: Other textbooks may be used as deemed fit by the instructor.

International Chamber of Shipping (2014) ICS Tanker Safety Guide

Videos DVDs, CD ROMs, CBT's (V)

Part B: Course Outline

COMPETENCE 1: Ability to safely perform and monitor all cargo operations

Knowledge of pump theory and characteristics,

Proficiency in tanker safety culture and implementation

Knowledge and understanding of monitoring and safety