The program covers the competences requirements STCW, as amended Regulation V/1-1, Section A-V/1-1 para.2, Table A-V/1-1-2. 

On successfully completion of the course, trainee obtains the following knowledge:

• A greater awareness of the need of proper planning, the use of checklists and the time scales involved in the various cargo handling operations
• An enhanced awareness to apply proper and safe procedures at all times when carrying out the various operations on board an oil tanker
• An acquisition of experience in identifying operational problems and assist in solving them.
• An improvement in the ability to promote safety and protect the marine environment
• An increased ability to assist and co-ordinate actions during emergencies

Entry standards

For entry to the course the candidate should present:

• Certificate of Competency or Certificate of Proficiency or educational diploma
• Passport or Seaman’s Book or Seafarer’s Identity Document;
• Certificate of at least three months of approved seagoing service on oil tankers
• Seafarer’s Medical Certificate

Course duration: 9 days