Basic Training for Asphalt/Bitumen Cargo Carrier Tankers

Successfully passing training program trainee should:

• Be aware of Types and General Specification of Asphalt/Bitumen Cargo;
• Know the Safety Precautions During Cargo Handling;
• Knows and is able to use Cargo Heating System;
• Knows the specifics of cargo pumps;
• Have knowledge of Ballasting and Deballasting operations on a vessel;
• Knows the aspects of the Dangerous of Water contact with hot cargos;
• Be able to manage Inspection of Insulation space between COT and BWT;
• Knows the aspects of Insulation Space Vent-heads;
• Is able to handle the cases when steam or water outlet observed from Insulation Vent-heads;
• Knows the basics of Tank Load Limits as per Cargo Weight;
• Knows the specifics of Stability Control During Cargo Operations;
• Knows how to control H2S Content;
• Knows Temperature Expansion Factors during Cargo Calculation.

In order to enter into the presented training program, trainee must represent:

• Certificate of Competency, Education Certificate or Certificate of Proficiency;
• Seamen’s book or Civil passport or ID;
• Medical Certificate or medical certificate form 100 (for coastal water area seafarers’).