Purpose

The objective of this course is to introduce the participants to LPG cargo handling. This includes the cargo containment system, associated cargo machinery and ballast equipment. The course should also give the participants specific knowledge of their duties and responsibilities. Standard cargo handling procedures are used, but more specific procedures can be incorporated, e.g. from loading/discharge ports.

Contents

• Vessel layout         
• Inerting & gassing up
• Reliquefaction plant
• Tank cool-down
• Commence loading
• Complete loading/de-ballasting
• Quantity calculations
• Discharge to pressurised & refrigerated storage
• Warm-up/gas-freeing

Objective

To have gained knowledge about:

• LPG cargo operations

To understand:

• The operation of the reliquefaction plant
• The line-up and preparations prior to cargo operations
• The quantity calculations of LPG cargo

Be able to:

• Prepare the vessel for cargo operations
• Carry out cargo operations

Admission Requirements

For deck officers, both senior and junior, and cargo/gas engineers, but other ranks and positions can attend should the need arise. It is recommended that participants already have an STCW V/1 course.

Duration

Participants

Language

The course will be conducted in English or Danish depending on customer's request.

Venue

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