Safe Anchoring Practices and Shiphandling

Course Description

This course is designed for deck officers on all ranks to improve their understanding of anchoring principles and techniques, ship maneuvering and company procedures for safe anchoring to reduce accidents.

Course Content

Successful completion of this course will enable participants to demonstrate the understanding of:

To understand regulatory IMO requirements.
To understand company-related procedures of fuel management.
Demonstrate knowledge of fuel chemistry and properties of the fuel.
Demonstrate understanding of engine manufacturer mitigation measures.
To understand the effects of Lube oils with new fuel types.
To appreciate alternative technologies.
To successfully identify fuel-related concerns at an early stage.

Entry Standards

All existing engineer officers of management and operational ranks.

Facilities

Webinar-based training delivered remotely.

Teaching Method

Lectures, training videos, case studies and group discussions.

Guidelines

QDMS manuals, INTERTANK practical guide 2020, Manufacturer bulletins.

Course Duration

2 days

Assessment

Pre- and post-assessment and simulator exercises.

Certification

Maritime Training Center Course Certificate on successful completion of course and summative assessment

Venue

This course is regularly offered by our Maritime Training Centres.

If you are a BSM seafarer, please contact your local Crew Service Centre (CSC) to learn about the next available course dates.

For new seafarers and companies, please click on the ‘Request Information’ button below, fill and submit the online form. One of our team members will contact you as soon as possible.