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Table A-II/1 Function: Cargo Handling and Stowage
(Dangerous Goods and Inspection)
STCW’78 as amended

1. Course Description: The course deals with safe handling, stowage dangerous,
hazardous and harmful cargoes, and their effect on the safety of
life and the ship.

2. Program Outcomes: Upon completing the BSMT program the student shall be able
to,

1. Demonstrate the ability to perform, at the operational level, the tasks, duties
and responsibilities laid down in Column 1 of Table A-II/1 under Section A-II/I
of STCW Code;
2. Carry out watchkeeping duties in accordance with Section A-VIII/2 Part 4-1 of
the STCW Code.
3. Apply knowledge in mathematics, science and technology in solving
problems related to the profession;
4. Able to assimilate and thus cooperate and work with various nationalities;
5. Recognize, formulate, and solve nautical problems;
6. Professionally, socially, and ethically discerning;
7. Communicate effectively orally and in writing using the English language;
8. Cognizant to the impact of and implication of various contemporary issues in
the global and social context of the profession;
9. Engage in life-long learning and an understanding of the need to keep
current on the developments in the field of specialization and/or profession;
10. Use appropriate techniques, skills and modern tools in the practice of the
profession in order to remain globally competitive; and
11. Design and conduct exercises to test hypothesis and verify assumptions, as
well as organize, analyze and interpret data, and draw valid conclusions.

3. Institutional Outcomes:The College of Maritime Education’s objective is to produce

future seafarers that are,
1. Competent, efficient and safe ship crew as laid down in the STCW Code;
2. Critical and creative thinker;
3. Resourceful and innovative;
4. Cognizant of the human element of safe and efficient shipboard operation,
responsive to the commercial aspect of ship operation.
5. Imbued with desire to constantly strive for lifelong learning;
6. Self-respecting

4. Course Learning Outcomes: At the end of the course, the students:

1. Identifies the risks involved in handling dangerous goods cargoes, both in liquid
and dry cargo
2. Demonstrates ability to apply relevant procedures in dangerous goods cargoes,
both solid and liquid including gas
3. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of international regulations for the
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safe transportation of dangerous goods cargoes, such as International Maritime
Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes
(IMSBC) Code, International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships
Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (IGC Code) International Code for the
Construction and Equipment of Ships carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (IBC
Code) which replaces the Code of Safe Practice for Solid Bulk Cargoes (BC Code)
4. Explains tanker and gas carrier piping and pumping arrangements
5. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of handling liquid and gas cargoes
6. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of handling cargoes in package form
7. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of handling bulk cargoes
8. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of preventing marine pollution arising
from cargo operation

6. Course Outline
1.Handling of dangerous goods cargoes
2. Tanker piping and arrangements
3. Enhanced Survey Program (ML)
4. Terms and definition tanker operation
5. General knowledge of tanker operation
6. International regulation in tanker operation
5. Course Syllabus:

Topic 1 : 2.1.2.2 Dangerous, Hazardous and Harmful Cargoes

1. Explains the different types of containment covered by the term "packaged form"
2. Describes the classification of dangerous goods in the International Maritime
Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code
3. Explains the properties, characteristics and physical state of the different
substances, materials and articles covered by the 9 classes of the IMDG
Code
4. Identifies the marking, labelling and placarding of dangerous goods as required
by the IMDG Code and DGs in limited quantities, e.g. schedule 18
5. Explains that the duty officer should have information on the quantities, types of
package, proper shipping names (correct technical names), classification,
stowage and segregation of the dangerous goods to be handled
6. Explains that the duty officer should have information on the special measures to
be taken when a certain dangerous cargo is handled
7. Explains that the measures to be taken in the event of an incident or accident
should be made known and that any necessary equipment and sufficient crew
to operate it should be available
8. Explain where to look for damage and defects most commonly encountered due
to:
a. loading and unloading operation
b. corrosion
c. severe weather conditions
9. Explains that the actions to be taken are laid down in the IMO Emergency
Procedures for Ships Carrying Dangerous Goods (EmS), the IMO Medical
First Aid Guide for Use in Accidents Involving Dangerous Goods (MFAG) and
the International Medical Guide for Ships (IMGS)
10. Explains that any incident or accident during the handling of dangerous goods
should be reported immediately to the person in charge of the operation and
all cargo operations to be ceased
11. Explains that the IMDG Code lays down the packing requirements
12. Explains that any doubts about the suitability and integrity of packages should
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be reported to the master or chief mate
13. Explains the fire precautions which should be taken when carrying dangerous
goods
14. Describes the precautions which should be taken while loading or discharging
explosives
15. Explains with the aid of diagrams, the meaning of the following stowage and
segregation requirements for the different types of ships:
a. on deck only
b. on deck or under deck
c. away from
d. separated from
e. separated by a complete compartment or hold from
f.separated longitudinally by an intervening complete compartment or hold

Topic 2 : 2.1.2.4 Tanker Piping and Pumping Arrangements

Tanker Arrangement

1. Describes, for crude carriers and product tankers, the general arrangement of:
a. cargo tanks
b. pump-rooms
c. segregated ballast tanks
d. slop tanks
e. cofferdams - peak tanks - deep tanks
f. accommodation
g. ventilators leading to accommodation and machinery spaces

Cargo Piping System

1. Describes the direct pipeline arrangement in crude carriers

2. Describes the ring-main system in a product tanker
3. Describes the piping arrangements in a pump-room
4. Describes the system of individual deep-well pumps for a product tanker

5. Explains the arrangement and use of:

a. deck lines
b. drop lines
c. stripping lines
d. crossovers
e. bypasses
f. master valves
g. tank suction valves
h. sea suction valves

Cargo Pumps

1. Describes the main operating features of centrifugal pumps

2. Explains why most cargo pumps are of centrifugal type
3. Describes the main operating features of the following positive-displacement
pumps:
a. reciprocating
b. screw
4. Explains the applications for which positive-displacement pumps are most
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suitable
5. Describes how eductors work and gives examples of their use
6. Describes the conditions for which the pumps are being used such as stripping
7. Describes the safe handling of chemical cargoes
8. Describes the safe handling of liquefied gas cargoes
9. Describes the used of ship/shore checklist
10. Describe the importance of setting the right pumping rate during the loading and
unloading operation

Topic 3 : 2.2.1.5 Enhanced Survey Programme (ML)

Describes the guidelines on the Enhanced Programme of Inspections during

surveys of Oil Tankers

Topic 4 : 2.1.6.1 Terms and definition

1. Defines petroleum as crude oil and liquid hydrocarbon products derived from it
2. Explains that petroleum gases, principally methane, are extracted from crude
oils before shipment
3. Explains that ‘spiked crude‘ has additional petroleum gas, usually butane,
dissolved in it before shipment
4. Explains that ‘sour crude‘ contains appreciable amounts of hydrogen sulphide
or organic sulphur compounds
5. Explains that products derived from crude oil include naphtha (gasolines),
kerosene, gas oil, diesel oils, lubricating oils, waxes and residual oils such as
fuel oil and bitumen
6. Explains that vapour pressure of any liquid increases with increasing
temperature
7. Defines Reid Vapour Pressure (RVP)
8. Explains why the pressure in a tank is not necessarily the same as the RVP of
the oil it contains, even at the standard temperature
9. Explains that the flash point of a liquid is the lowest temperature at which it
gives off sufficient gas to form a flammable mixture in a flashpoint apparatus
10. Explains why flashpoint cannot be used as an absolute measure of safety
11. Explains that flammable means capable of being ignited and of burning
12. Defines upper flammable limit, lower flammable limit and flammable range and
Explains approximate values for petroleum products
13. Defines the auto-ignition temperature as the temperature at which a flammable
material will ignite without initiation by a spark or flame and will continue to
burn
14. Describes the viscosity of a fluid as a measure of its resistance to flow
15. Explains that viscosity increases as the temperature decreases
16. Defines pour point as the lowest temperature at which an oil is observed to flow
17. Appreciates that crude carriers in particular have significant residues in tanks
which must be accounted for in order to calculate the cargo loaded
18. Calculates the volume of dry residue as a uniform layer on the tank bottom
19. Calculates the volume of liquid residues as a wedge on the tank bottom
20. Knows the limitation of application of wedge calculation

21. Contents and Application of the International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and
Terminals (ISGOTT)

Topic 5 : 2.1.6.2 Contents and Application of the International Safety Guide for Oil
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Tankers and Terminals (ISGOTT)

1. Explains that ISGOTT provides operational advice to directly assist personnel

involved in tanker and terminal operations, including guidance on, and
examples of, certain aspects of tanker and terminal operations and how they
may be managed
2. Identifies the contents of ISGOTT
3. Explains that terminal, local or national regulations may also be applicable and
should be known by those concerned
4. Outlines the general precautions to be taken on tankers regarding:
a. smoking, matches and cigarette lighters
b. naked lights
c. the galley
d. electrical equipment
e. use of tools
f. entry to enclosed spaces and pump-rooms
5. Lists the information which should be exchanged between the ship and the
terminal before arrival
States that safety procedures are agreed between the tanker and the terminal
and include:
a. means of summoning emergency services
b. availability and use of fire-fighting and other emergency equipment
c. actions to be taken in case of fire or other emergency
d. emergency evacuation of the berth
7. Explains that fire-fighting equipment should be ready for immediate use
8. Explains that main engines and other equipment essential for manoeuvring
should be ready for use at short notice and the written agreement of the
terminal and port authority should be obtained for any work or repairs which
would immobilize the ship
9. Explains that detailed loading or discharging plans are agreed between the ship
and the terminal
10. Explains that safety measures against pollution and actions to take in case of an
accident are agreed before transfer of cargo commences
11. Explains that, before starting cargo transfer, the responsible officer and the
terminal representative must formally agree that they are ready to do so
safely
12. Explains that the terminal should be notified of the intention to use crude oil
washing (COW) at least 24 hours in advance
13. Explains that tanks should be maintained in an inert condition throughout all
operations except when entry to tanks for inspection or repair is necessary
14. Explains that the inert gas should have an oxygen content not exceeding 5% by
volume
15. Explains that the oxygen content of cargo tanks should not exceed 8% by
volume
16. Explains that the inert-gas plant will be used to:
a.inert empty cargo tanks
b.supply inert gas during cargo discharging, deballasting, crude oil washing
and tank cleaning
c.purge tanks prior to gas-freeing
d.top-up the pressure when necessary during a voyage
17. Explains that, in the event of a failure of the inert gas system, discharge of cargo
or ballast or tank cleaning should be stopped, to prevent air being drawn into
the tanks, and operations should only be resumed when a supply of inert gas
has been restored
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Describes the hold and tank arrangements of combination carriers
Describes the safety aspects relating to the operation of double hull tankers
Outlines the change-over from oil to dry bulk cargo and from dry bulk cargo
to oil

Topic 6 : 2.1.6.3 Oil Tanker Operations and Related Pollution-prevention

Regulations

1. Defines segregated ballast, clean ballast, dirty ballast, slop tank

2. Briefly describes an inert gas system (IGS) and sketches the distribution of inert
gas to tanks
3. Explains the reasons for ballasting
4. Explains that the capacity and arrangement of segregated ballast tanks is intended
to provide sufficient weight, to provide a satisfactory trim and to ensure full
immersion of the propeller for normal conditions of sea passages
5. Explains that on rare occasions weather conditions may be so severe that
additional ballast is needed for the safety of the ship
6. Explains that in crude oil tankers equipped with COW the additional ballast would
be carried in tanks that have been washed with crude oil
7. Explains that the additional ballast must be treated as dirty ballast
8. Explains why a ship may have only clean or segregated ballast on board upon
arrival at a loading port
9. Explains the criteria for the discharge of oil from cargo-tank areas of oil tankers
10. Outlines the procedures for changing ballast at sea
11. Explains that, before loading clean ballast, cargo pumps and lines to be used are
flushed with clean water into a dirty ballast or slop tank
12. Describes how to dispose of dirty ballast
13. Describes how to decant the water contents of the slop tank

States that a final flushing of cargo pumps and lines to be used for discharge of
clean

1. ballast is made to the sea through the oil monitoring and control system
2. Explains that the operation of discharging dirty ballast, decanting the slop tanks
and flushing lines must be done when more than 50 nautical miles from the
nearest land and outside a special area
3. Explains that only segregated or clean ballast may be discharged within 50
nautical miles of land or inside a special area
4. Explains the reasons for tank cleaning
5. Briefly describes the use of fixed and portable machines for tank cleaning
6. Describes the use of slop tanks during tank cleaning
7. Explains that an inert atmosphere should be maintained in tanks during tank
cleaning in ships fitted with IGS
8. Briefly describes crude oil washing and the reasons for requiring it in crude oil
tankers of 20000 dwt and above
9. Explains that crude oil washing can only be carried out with fixed washing
machines in inerted tanks
10. Explains that the oil residues in the slop tank resulting from tank cleaning and
disposal of dirty ballast may be:
a. pumped ashore at the loading terminal
b. retained on board and segregated from the next cargo
c. retained on board and the new cargo loaded on top of them
11.Explains that the process of tank cleaning, changing ballast, decanting the water
from slop tanks and loading the next cargo over the retained oil is known as the
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load-on-top procedure
12.Explains that details of cargo operations, ballasting and deballasting, tank
cleaning, discharge of water from slop tanks and disposal of residues are
entered in the ship‘s Oil Record Book
13. Defines gas-freeing as the replacement of hydrocarbon vapours or inert gas by
air
14. Lists the reasons for gas-freeing
15. Explains why inert gas is used to purge the tanks of hydrocarbon vapours before
introducing air on suitably equipped ships
16. Explains that a mechanical fixed system is used or portable fans are used
17. Explains that checks are made during gas-freeing with combustible-gas
indicators, oxygen meters and toxic-gas detectors
18. Explains that the supply of inert gas to the tank is shut off
19. Explains the need to maintain ventilation and to check the atmosphere frequently
when persons are working in a tank
20. Appreciates that the change of volume with temperature of oils is not linear
21. Explains that cargo calculation is carried out as if the oil were at a standard
temperature
22. Understands that the volume of the oil must be corrected from its actual
temperature when measured to the standard temperature
23. Explains that the cargo calculation is carried out as if the density of the oil was
that at the standard temperature
24. Explains that the density of oil must be corrected from its actual density to that at
the standard temperature
25. Appreciates that different types of oils have different coefficients of expansion
and that there are separate Petroleum Measurement Tables for Crude Oils,
Products and Lubricating Oils
26. Understands the difference between mass and weight in air and that one or
the other may be required by different administrations

Topic 7 : 2.6.1.4 Chemical Tankers

4. Explains that modem chemical tankers have evolved from oil product tankers to
take account of special carriage requirements and associated hazards
5. Explains that dedicated service usually means that the tanker is designed for the
carriage of a particular type of chemical and transports the same type of
cargo on each voyage
6. Explains that a chemical tanker engaged in parcel trade moves a variety of
relatively small lots of chemicals between a number of ports
7. Lists the most important of the rules governing chemical tankers as:
a. international rules and regulations
b. national rules and regulations
c. classification society rules

8. Explains that the sea transport of liquid chemicals in bulk is internationally

regulated, as regards safety and pollution aspects, through Conventions
adopted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO)
9. Explains that the Convention requirements are supplemented by
recommendations, specifications and Codes adopted by IMO
10. Explains that the IMO Conventions covering the carriage of chemicals in bulk
are:
a. the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 1974,
as amended, Chapter VII
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b. the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships,
1973, as modified by the 1978
c. Protocol (MARPOL 73)78), as amended, Annex II
11. Explains that the most important Codes and standards covering the transport of
liquid chemicals are: the Bulk Chemical Codes
a.Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous
Chemicals in Bulk (BCH Code)
b.International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying
Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (IBC) Code
c. Standards for Procedures and Arrangements for the discharge of Noxious
Liquid Substances (P and A Standards)

12. Defines a chemical tanker as a cargo ship constructed or adapted and used for
the carriage in bulk of any liquid product listed in Chapter 17 of the IBC Code
13. Explains that products are included in the list in Chapter 17 because of their
safety hazards or because of their pollution hazards or both
14. Explains that safety hazards may be one or more of the following:
2. fire hazard in excess of that of petroleum products
3. toxicity
4. corrosivity
5. reactivity with water, air or other chemicals or self-reaction (polymerization,
decomposition)

15. Explains that, in addition to the survey requirements for any ship, chemical
tankers must undergo surveys of the cargo-containment and handling
arrangements for the issue of an International Certificate Fitness for the
Carriage of Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk
16. Explains that the Bulk Chemical Codes divide tankers into three ship types, Type
1, Type 2 and Type 3, which reflect the hazard ratings of the cargoes which
may be carried
17. Explains that a Type 1 ship is intended for the transportation of products
considered to present the greatest overall hazards and Type 2 or Type 3 for
products of progressively lesser hazards
18. Explains that the division into ship types is based on the ship‘s capability to
survive specified damage caused by collision or stranding and the location of
the cargo tanks in relation to such damage
19. Illustrates, by means of sketches, the location of tanks for each type of ship
20. Explains the following descriptions of tanks:
a. independent
b. Integral
c. gravity
d. Pressure
21. Explains that all materials used for tank construction and associated piping,
valves and pumps must be resistant to the cargo carried
22. Explains that some ships have stainless-steel tanks for the carriage of cargoes
which cannot be contained in mild steel
23. Explains that mild-steel tanks are normally coated, to protect cargoes from
contamination by steel and to make cleaning, gas-freeing and inspection
easier
24. Explains that no single coating is suitable for all cargoes and that the coating
manufacturers compatibility data must be used when planning a cargo
25. Explains that cofferdams and other void spaces may be included in the cargo-
tank area to provide segregation of groups of tanks
26. Illustrates typical tank arrangements by means of simple sketches
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27. Explains that the heating medium may be steam, water or thermal oils
28. Explains that the heating system may use coils fitted inside the tank or a heat
exchanger placed outside the tank
29. Describes, with the aid of a drawing, a cargo heating system that uses a heat
exchanger placed outside the tank
30. Explains that there is suitable protective clothing on board which must be worn
by all personnel engaged in loading or discharging operations
31. Explains that, for certain cargoes, there must be respiratory and eye-protection
equipment for every person on board for emergency escape
32. Explains that equipment for evaluation of atmospheres in tanks and other
enclosed spaces is provided for:
a.detection of flammable gases
b.measurement of oxygen content
c. measurement of concentration of toxic gas
33. Describes how to use an absorption tube gas detector for measuring the
concentration of a gas
34. Explains what is meant by:
a.the threshold limit value (TLV) of a product
b.the odor threshold
35. Explains that the atmosphere in tanks and enclosed spaces must be considered
dangerous unless appropriate checks prove otherwise
36. Explains that information about cargoes to be handled is essential to the safety
of the vessel and crew
37. Explains that information for each product may be found on cargo data sheets
contained in safety guides or provided by the manufacturer or shipper
38. Explains that, if sufficient information necessary for the safe handling and
carriage of a cargo is not available, the cargo must not be loaded
39. Explains that information necessary for the safe carriage of a cargo includes:
a.a full description of the physical and chemical properties, including
reactivity, necessary for its safe containment
b.action to take in the event of spills or leaks
c. countermeasures against accidental personal contact
d.fire-fighting procedures and fire-fighting media
e.procedures for cargo transfer, tank cleaning, gas-freeing and ballasting
f. details of the stabilizer or inhibitor added to those cargoes, which require
one (on the manufacturer‘s certificate, in the absence of which the
cargo should be refused)
g.First Aid procedures, including the use of specific antidotes for poisons

40. Explains that tanks are normally subject to thorough inspection and testing for
cleanliness before loading
41. Explains, with the aid of a simple drawing, how cargo is routed from the manifold
to tanks on a chemical tanker with separate lines for each tank
42. Explains, with the aid of a simple drawing, a closed circuit‘ loading operation
using a vapour-return line
43. Explains that samples are taken from the lines and tanks during loading for
purposes of quality control
44. Explains that visual and audible high-level alarms and a tank overflow control
system are required for many chemicals
45. Explains that personnel involved in unloading should check the information in the
relevant data sheets and take all necessary precautions, including the
wearing of appropriate protective clothin
46. Explains that, prior to discharging, samples from tanks and lines are analysed to
check if the product has been contaminated on board during the passage
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47. Explains, with the aid of a simple drawing, how cargo is routed from tank to the
manifold on a tanker with deepwell pumps and separate lines from each tank
48. Explains that, in tanks containing cargoes that present a major fire hazard, inert
gas or
49. nitrogen is used to maintain a small positive pressure during unloading, to
prevent air from entering the tanks

Topic 8 : 2.6.1.5 Tank Cleaning and Control of Pollution in Chemical Tankers

1. Explains that different cargoes require different tank-cleaning procedures

2. Explains that most tank cleaning can be done with hot or cold seawater or fresh
water, or by ventilation alone, although a few cargoes require special solvents
3. Explains that fixed or portable tank-washing machines are used
4. Lists phases in a tank-cleaning operation as:
1.prewash
2.main wash
3.fresh water rinse
4.gas-freeing
5.drying
6.inspection and testing

5. Explains the use of slop tanks to hold cargo residues and tank washings
6. Explains, with the aid of a simple drawing, the cycle of a tank-washing system
from the seawater inlet to the slop tank
7. Explains that Annex II of the MARPOL 73/78 Convention contains regulations for
the control of pollution by noxious liquid cargoes carried in bulk or tank
washings from such cargoes
8. Explains that as per the amendments of Annex II of MARPOL, which entered into
force on 1 January 2007, a revised annex a new four-category pollution
category system for noxious liquid substances; the previous A, B, C and D
category system has become X,Y Z and OS.
9. Explains that every chemical tanker is required to have a Certificate of Fitness
(CoF) indicating that it is certified to carry certain products. The issuance of a
CoF will also require a revised Procedures and Arrangements (P&A) Manual.
10. Explains that each ship which is certified for the carriage of noxious liquid
substances in bulk must be provided with a Procedures and Arrangements (P
and A) Manual that has been approved by the Administration and a Cargo
Record Book
11. Explains that the master must ensure that no discharges into the sea of cargo
residues or residue/water mixtures containing substances of Category X, Y, Z
or OS take place unless they are made in full compliance with the P and A
Manual
12. Explains that carrying out operations in accordance with the ship‘s P and A
Manual ensures that the pollution regulations are complied with
13. Explains that pollution-prevention procedures during cargo transfer, ballasting
and tank cleaning should include keeping a watch on:
a. levels in cargo, slop or ballast tanks
b. hoses or loading arms
c. pumps, valves, gaskets, connections and hatches
d. spill pans and scuppers
e. alarms and instrumentation
f. co-ordination of operational signals
g. water around vessel

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14. Explains that personnel on watch should be present at all times during
operations and regularly carry out the inspections mentioned in the above
15. Explains that entries should be made in the Cargo Record Book, on a tank-to-
tank basis, of:
1. loading
2. internal transfer of cargo
3. unloading
4. mandatory prewash in accordance with P and A Manual
5. cleaning of cargo tanks
6. discharge into the sea of tank washings
7. ballasting of cargo tanks
8. discharge of ballast water from cargo tanks
9. accidental or other exceptional discharge control by authorized
surveyors

Topic 9 : 2.6.1.6 Gas Tankers

1. Explains that the transport by sea of liquid gases in bulk is internationally

regulated with regard to safety, through standards laid down by IMO
2. Explains that Chapter VII of the IMO International Convention for the Safety of
Life at Sea (SOLAS), 1974, as amended, makes the provisions of the
International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying
Liquefied Gases in Bulk (IGC Code) mandatory
3. Explains that a liquefied gas is the liquid form of a substance that at normal
atmospheric temperatures and pressures would be a gas
4. Explains that liquefied gas products transported by gas tankers are listed in
Chapter 19 of the IGC Code
5. Explains that some of those substances are also covered by the IBC Code divides
gas cargoes into four groups as:
a. liquefied natural gas (LNG)
b. liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)
c. liquefied ethylene gas (LEG)
d. chemical gases
6. Explains that LNG is natural gas from which impurities have been removed, and
consists mainly of methane
7. Explains that LPG is the common name for petroleum gases consisting mainly of
butane and propane
8. Lists chlorine, ammonia and vinyl chloride monomer as examples of chemical
gases
9. Explains that, in addition.to the surveys required for all ships, gas tankers must
undergo surveys of the cargo-containment equipment and cargo-handling
arrangements for the issue of an International Certificate of Fitness for the
Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk
10. Explains that the Certificate of Fitness lists the cargoes which may be carried by
the ship and may also stipulate conditions for carriage
11. Explains the following terms used in the IGC Code:
a. boiling point
b. cargo area
c. cargo containment system
d. gas carrier
e. gas-dangerous space or zone
f. gas-safe space
g. hold space
h. interbarrier space
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i. MAR VS
j. primary barrier
k. secondary barrier tank dome

12. Explains that the IGC divides ships into four types, IG, 2G, 2PG and 3G
13. Explains that a Type 1G ship is intended for the transportation of products
considered to present the greatest overall hazard and Types 2G/2PG and 3G
for products of progressively lesser hazards
14. Explains that the division into ship types is based on the ship‘s capability to
survive specified damage caused by collision or stranding and the location of
the cargo tanks in relation to such damage
15. Describes, in simple terms:
a. integral tank
b. membrane tank
c. semi-membrane tank
d. independent tank
e. internally insulated tank

16. Explains, in simple terms, the division of independent tanks into:

a. Type A, generally a self-supporting prismatic tank
b. Type B, generally a self-supporting spherical tank
c. Type C, generally a self-supporting cylindrical pressure tank
17. Explains that a cargo tank has shut off valves located as close to the tank as
possible for all liquid and vapour connections except for safety relief valves
18. Explains that regulations require remotely operated emergency shutdown (ESD)
valves in the cargo piping system
19. Explains that the operation of the ESD system also stops pumps and
compressors
20. Explains that all cargo tanks must be provided with a pressure-relief system
21. Explains that all equipment and piping which can be isolated when full of liquid
must be provided with a pressure-relief system
22. Explains that cargo pumps are usually centrifugal, either deepwell pumps or
submerged electric pumps, in the tanks with deck-mounted booster pumps, if
required
23. Describes the uses of cargo heaters and vaporizers
24. Explains the effect of transfer of heat to the cargo on cargo temperature and tank
pressure
25. Explains that, except for fully pressurized vessels, means for controlling the
pressure must be provided
26. Explains that pressure in cargo tanks may be controlled by:
a. insulation of tanks, to reduce heat transfer
b. leading cargo boil-off to the ship‘s boilers or main engine as fuel (ONLY
with LNG)
c. leading cargo boil-off to the ship‘s reliquefaction plant, where vapour is
liquefied and returned to the tank
d. cooling the liquid in a heat exchanger (indirect system)

27. Describes the single-stage direct liquefaction cycle

28. Explains that the indirect system is only used for those products which cannot be
compressed for safety reasons
29. Explains that inert gas is used to inert hold spaces and inter barrier spaces and
to purge tanks
30. Explains that most gas tankers are fined with an inert-gas generator
31. Explains that the liquid level in cargo tanks is commonly measured by means of
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float gauges
32. Explains that each cargo tank is fitted with a high-level alarm and automatic
shutoff valves to prevent overflow
33. Explains that each cargo tank is fitted with means for indicating the temperature
and pressure
34. Explains how cargo leakage through the primary barrier can be detected
35. Explains that gas tankers have a fixed gas-detection system that gives audible
and visual alarms of the accumulation of gas in enclosed spaces such as
cargo pump-rooms,
compressor rooms, hold spaces and inter-barrier spaces
36. Describes briefly the arrangements for fire fighting on deck in the cargo area
describes the water-spray system for ships carrying flammable or toxic
products

Topic 10 : 2.6.1.7 Cargo Operations in Gas Tankers

1. Explains that information for each product may be found on cargo data sheets
contained in safety guides or obtained from the shipper
2. Explains that information needed before loading includes:
a. a full description of the physical and chemical properties that are
necessary for the safe containment of the cargo
b. action to be taken in the event of spills or leaks
c. counter-measures against accidental personal contact
d. fire-fighting procedures and fire-fighting media
e. procedures for cargo transfer, gas-freeing, ballasting, tank cleaning
and changing cargoes
f. special equipment for particular cargoes
g. minimum temperatures of the inner hull steel
h. emergency procedures

3. Explains that products that react when mixed should only be loaded if the
complete cargo systems are separated
4. Explains that personnel should be made aware of the hazards and be required to
use the appropriate protective equipment provided
5. Explains that the master should ensure proper liaison between the ship and the
terminal before and throughout cargo-transfer operations
6. Describes briefly the following cargo operations:
4. drying
5. inerting
6. purging
7. cooling down
8. loading
9. cargo conditioning on passage
10. discharging
11. changing cargoes
12. gas-freeing
13. preparing for tank inspection
7. Explains that all operations involving cargo, ballast and bunkers should be carried
out in accordance with the applicable international and local pollution regulations
8. Explains that some gas cargoes are subject to the regulations of Annex II of
MARPOL 73/78
9. Explains that a gas tanker requires an International Pollution Prevention
Certificate for the Carriage of Noxious Liquid Substances in Bulk (NLS
Certificate) to carry such products
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10. Explains that such cargoes must be handled in accordance with the Procedures
and Arrangements Manual
11. Understands that the mass of vapour present in the ullage space is included in
the calculation of liquefied gasses
12.Calculates the vapour mass

Topic 11: 2.3.1 International Regulations and Codes

Understands and applies the content the of International Regulations Standards,

Codes and Recommendations on the carriage of dangerous cargoes, including
the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code, the International
Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code

Topic 12 : 2.3.2.1 Dangerous Goods in Packages

1. Explains that the IMDG Code is an evolving document and is updated every two
years to take account of:
a. new dangerous goods which have to be included
b. new technology and methods of working with or handling dangerous
goods
c. safety concerns which arise as a result of experience
2. Lists the explosives which may be carried on a passenger ship
3. Describes the contents of the shipper‘s declaration of dangerous goods
4. Identifies the marking and labelling required on packages or cargo units
5. Explains why additional labelling may be necessary to meet the requirements
for through transport
6. Verifies that the documentation provided to the ship and the packaging and
labelling of packaged dangerous cargo complies with the requirements of the
IMDG Code
7. Explains the actions to take when documentation, packaging, labelling or the
condition of packages does not meet the requirements of the IMDG Code
8. Plans the stowage and segregation of a cargo containing dangerous goods
when provided with the loading list, the copies of the shipper‘s declarations
and the IMDG code to plan a stow and segregation and prepares the
dangerous goods manifest and stowage plan for a cargo containing multiple
dangerous goods
9. Extracts the relevant references to EmS and MFAG
10. Identifies the appropriate action to take in emergency and medical first aid
situations involving dangerous goods
11. Describes the requirements of SOLAS chapter VII on the carriage of
dangerous goods
12. Explains that the IMDG Code should be followed to ensure compliance with the
requirements of SOLAS for the carriage of dangerous goods in packaged
form
13. Explains that the Code ensures safety mainly by stipulating the packaging
required and the segregation from other cargoes with which there could be an
adverse reaction
14. Explains that the Code comprises 7 parts, which is presented in two books;
Volume 1 and Volume 2
15. Explains that it is necessary to use both books to obtain the required
information when shipping dangerous goods by sea
16. Explains that the Code also contains a supplement
17. Lists the contents of Volume 1 (Parts 1-2 & 4-7 of the Code) which comprises:
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a. part 1, general provisions, definitions and training
b. part 2, classifications
c. part 4, packing and tank provisions
d. part 5, consignment procedures
e. part 6, construction and testing of packagings, intermediate bulk
containers (IBCs), large packagings, portable tanks, multi-
element gas containers (MEGCS) and road tank vehicles
f. part 7, requirements concerning transport operations

18. Lists the contents of Volume 2 (Part 3 and the Appendices of the Code) which
comprises:
a. part 3 dangerous goods list (DGL) and limited quantities exceptions
b. appendix a list of generic and n.o.s. (not otherwise specified) proper
shipping names
c. appendix b glossary of terms
d. alphabetical index
19. Explains that the dangerous goods list (DGL) is the central core of the IMDG Code
and presents information on transport requirements in a coded form
20. Explains that the supplement contains the following texts related to the Code:
a. emergency response procedures for ships carrying dangerous goods
b. medical first aid guide
c. reporting procedures
d. IMO/ILO/ECE guidelines for packing cargo transport units
e. safe use of pesticides in ships
f. international code for the carriage of packaged irradiated nuclear fuel,
plutonium and high-level radioactive wastes on board ships

21. Explains that the purpose of the IMDG Code‘s classification system is:
4. to distinguish between goods which are considered to be dangerous for
transport and those which are not
5. to identify the dangers which are presented by dangerous goods in
transport
6. to ensure that the correct measure are taken to enable these goods to
be transported safely without risk to persons or property (both
within the port and on the ship)
22. Explains that dangerous goods are classified into 9 classes according to
properties
23. Explains that the way in which different classes of dangerous goods are handled
in transport will depend upon these properties and hazards, for example:
a. the type of packaging that can be used
b. what classes of dangerous goods can be transported together in
freight containers
c. where the goods can be stored within the port and on the ship

24. Lists the 9 classes of dangerous goods in the IMDG code, which are:
1. class 1 explosives
2. class 2 gases
3. class 3 flammable liquids
4. class 4 flammable solids
5. class 5 oxidizing substances and organic peroxides
6. class 6 toxic and infectious substances
7. class 7 radioactive material
8. class 8 corrosive substances
9. －class 9 miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles
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25. Explains that the 9 hazard classes have been established internationally by a
United Nations (UN) committee to ensure that all modes of transport (road, rail,
air and sea) classify dangerous goods in the same way
26. Explains that by testing the dangerous goods according to UN test procedures,
a shipper is able to classify dangerous goods according to the 9 hazard classes
27. Explains that the hazard presented by each class is identified by an
internationally accepted hazard warning label (diamond)
28. Explains that this hazard warning label appears on the outer packaging of the
dangerous goods when they are being transported as a warning to all those
working within the transport chain or coming into contact with them
29. Explains that these hazard warning labels are pictured inside the front cover of
Volume 1 of the IMDG Code
30. Explains that the dangerous goods, within each of the 9 hazard classes, are
uniquely identified by two pieces of information:
1. a four-digit number known as the UN number which is preceded by
the letters UN
2. the corresponding proper shipping name (PSN)
3. for example, kerosene is identified in the IMDG Code by its UN
number UN 1223 and the PSN Kerosene

31. Explains that together the UN Number and PSN uniquely identifies dangerous
goods to:
a. enable rapid and precise identification during transport
b. ensure the correct handling, stowage, segregation etc,
c. in the event of an emergency, ensure that the correct procedures are
followed
32. Explains that the purpose of using a four-digit number to identify dangerous
goods is to enhance safety by:
a. overcoming language barriers- the four-digit number is easily
understood in all languages
b. avoiding confusing similar names- e.g. TITANIUM POWDER,
WETTED UN 1352 which is a flammable solid in class 4.1 and has very
different transport requirements to TITANIUM POWDER, DRY UN 2546
which is spontaneously combustible in class 4.2

33.Explains the PSN must be used for transport purposes on

documentation/labelling etc
34. Explains that no alternatives or variations are permitted unless specifically stated
35. Explains that the PSN is that part of the name which appears in the Dangerous
Goods List or the Alphabetical Index in capital letters only
36. Explains that any text in lower case is only descriptive and is not part of the PSN
37. Explains that the Dangerous goods list (DGL) is presented across 2 pages of the
IMDG Code and is divided into 18 columns for each individual dangerous good
listed
38. Explains that much of the information contained in the DGL is coded to make it
easier to present in a table
39. Explains that the DGL is arranged in UN Number order; column 1 and column 18
contains the UN Number
40. Explains that to look up an entry only the UN Number is required
41. Explains that dangerous goods can also be searched using the PSN
42. Explains that if the UN Number is not given but the dangerous good has the
PSN, its associated UN Number can be located by looking at the alphabetical
index at the back of Volume 2 of the IMDG code
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43. Explains that the IMDG Code contains clearly defined recommendations for the
training of all staff who handle or process dangerous goods shipments for
transportation by sea. The full training requirements can be found in the IMDG
Code Volume 1, Chapter 1.3
44. Explains that a packing certificate is also required, certifying that a container or
vehicle has been properly packed and secured, if loaded with dangerous goods
45. Describes the information given for individual substances
46. Explains that an index of dangerous goods is included in Volume I of the IMDG
Code
47. Explains how to obtain the references to the relevant Emergency Schedule
(EmS) and the entry in the Medical First Aid Guide for Use in Accidents Involving
Dangerous Goods (MFAG)
48. Describes the information given for individual substances
49. Explains the requirement for a dangerous goods manifest or stowage plan and
describes how they should be prepared
50. Lists, by headings, the information given in an emergency schedule
51.Defines dangerous substances‘, port authority‘, regulatory authority‘, designated
port office‘ and responsible person‘ as used in the Recommendations on the
Safe Transport, Handling and Storage of Dangerous Substances in Port Areas
52.Explains that a port authority may be empowered to refuse dangerous
substances if it is considered that their presence would endanger life or property
because of:
1. heir condition
2. the condition of their containment
3. the condition of their mode of conveyance
4. conditions in the port area
53. Explains that, if any dangerous substance constitutes an unacceptable hazard,
the port authority should be able to order the removal of such substance or any
ship, package, container, portable tank or vehicle containing it
54. Explains that a port authority will normally require notification at least 24 hours in
advance of the transport or handling of dangerous substances, including those
which are not for discharge at that port
55. Describes the inspections which may be made by a port authority
56. Explains that the designated port officer should be empowered to:
a. direct when and where a ship having any dangerous substances on board
may anchor, moor or berth
b. direct a ship to be moved within or to leave the port area
c. attach conditions appropriate to local circumstances and the quantity and
nature of the dangerous substances

57. Explains that the regulatory authority may require signals to be shown while
transporting or handling dangerous substance
58. Describes the signals as:
a. by day, flag ‗B‘ of the International Code of Signals
b. by night, an all-round fixed red light

59. Explains how effective communications with the port authority can be maintained
60. Describes the requirements regarding mooring a ship carrying dangerous
substances
51. Explains that at all times there should be sufficient crew on board to maintain a
proper watch and operate appliances in the case of an emergency, taking into
account the nature and quantity of dangerous substances on board
62. Explains that a responsible person should be designated to supervise the
handling of dangerous goods
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63. Lists the measures which should be taken by the responsible person in
connection with:
a. the weather
b. lighting
c. protective clothing and equipment
d. intoxicated persons
e. fire and other emergency procedures
f. reporting of incidents and safety precautions

64. Explains that the port authority should be informed of the intention to carry out
repair work when dangerous substances are on board
65. Explains the handling precautions which should be observed regarding:
1. avoidance of damage to packages
2. access to handling areas
3. lifting goods over dangerous goods stowed on deck
4. escape of a dangerous substance from a package entry into enclosed
spaces

66. Describes the special precautions for loading or unloading explosives

Topic 13 : 2.3.2.2 Solid Bulk Cargoes

1. Outlines the contents of the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC
Code)
2. Explains that the main hazards associated with the shipment of bulk solids are:
a. structural damage due to improper distribution of the cargo
b. loss or reduction of stability during a voyage
c. chemical reactions

3. Lists the information which should be supplied by the shipper to the master
before loading
4. Explains that a certificate stating the relevant characteristics of the material
should be provided to the master at the loading point
5. Explains that certificates stating transportable moisture limits should be
accompanied by a statement that the moisture content is the average moisture
content at the time of presenting the certificate
6. Explains how to distribute a high-density cargo between holds when detailed
information is not available
7. Explains that the loading instrument, loading information and the ship‘s stability
information book and calculator should be used to check the suitability of a
proposed stow for stresses and stability
8. Describes how to prevent shifting of bulk cargo by reducing an excessively high
GM
9. Describes precautions to take before, during and after loading of bulk cargo
10. Describes the precautions to take to minimise the effect of dust on deck
machinery, navigational aids and living quarters
11. Describes the health hazards which may be associated with bulk materials
12. Explains that safety precautions and any appropriate national regulations should
be complied with during the handling and carriage of bulk materials
13. Explains that a copy of the Medical First Aid Guide for Use in Accidents Involving
Dangerous Goods should be on board
14. Describes how to trim cargoes having an angle of repose:
1. less than or equal to 35 degrees
2. greater than 35 degrees
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15. Describes how to stow material which flows freely like grain
16. Explains the IMSBC code method for determining the approximate angle of
repose on board ship
17. Describes the types of cargo which may liquefy during carriage
18. Explains that cargoes which may liquefy should not be carried with a moisture
content above that of the transportable moisture limit
19. Explains that such cargoes may look relatively dry when loaded but liquefy as a
result of compaction and vibration during the passage
20. Explains that such cargoes should be trimmed reasonably level, regardless of
the angle of repose stated
21. Explains the precautions to be taken to keep liquids out of holds where such
cargoes are carried and the danger of using water to cool a shipment of
these materials
22. Explains that specially fined or constructed cargo ships may carry materials with
a moisture content above the transportable moisture limit if approved by their
Administrations
23. Describes the test for approximately determining the possibility of flow which
may be carried out on board ship
24. Explains that some materials transported in bulk present hazards because of
their chemical properties
25. Explains that some materials are classified as dangerous goods in the IMDG
code while others are Materials Hazardous only in Bulk‘ (MHB)
26. Explains that the IMSBC Code categorizes cargoes into three groups - A, B and
C:
a. Group A consist of the cargoes which may liquefy if shipped with
moisture content in excess of their transportable moisture limit.
b. Group B consists of cargoes which possess a chemical hazard which
could give rise to a dangerous situation on a ship.
c. Group C consists of cargoes which are not liable to liquefy (Group A)
and do not possess chemical hazards (Group B)
d.
27. Explains the content and use of the following: that in the added supplement of
the IMSBC code, the IMO documents contained are:
i. The BLU code
ii. The BLU manual
iii. MSC/Circ. 908 - Uniform Method of Measurement of the Density of
Bulk Cargoes
iv. MSC/Circ. 1146 - Lists of Solid Bulk Cargoes for which a Fixed Gas
Fire-extinguishing System may be exempted or for which a
Fixed Gas Fire-extinguishing System is Ineffective
v. Res. A.1050(27) - Recommendations for Entering Enclosed Spaces
Aboard Ships
vi. MSC.1/Circ.1264 - Recommendations on the Safe Use of Pesticides
in Ships Applicable to the Fumigation of Cargo Holds
vii. BC.1/Circ.66 - Contact Names and Addresses of the Offices of
Designated National Competent Authorities Responsible for
the Safe Carriage of Grain and Solid Bulk Cargoes

Explains the list of materials possessing chemical hazards is not exhaustive,

that the properties listed are for guidance only and that it is essential to obtain
currently valid information about bulk materials before loading

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Explains the use of the tables for segregation between incompatible bulk
materials and between bulk materials and dangerous goods in packaged form
30. Explains that the IMDG code should also be consulted for additional
requirements regarding the stowage and segregation of packaged dangerous
goods
31. Explains that particular care should be taken with the segregation of toxic
substances and foodstuffs
Uses the IMSBC code to extract all necessary information for the safe carriage in
bulk of a stated cargo, describes how it should be loaded and lists any special
precautions or requirements to be observed during loading, carriage and
discharge

Topic 14 : 2.3.2.3 International Code for the Safe Carriage of Grain in Bulk
(International Grain Code)

1. Explains that the international Grain code apply to all ships to which the SOLAS
regulations apply and to cargo ships of less than 500 gross tons
2. Explains that the International Code for the Safe Carriage of Grain in Bulk
(International Grain Code) are based on the recognition that grain like cargoes
have a propensity to shift and that even fully loaded cargo spaces may contain
voids that allow dangerous cargo shifts
3. Defines the following terms as used in chapter VI of SOLAS:
a. grain
b. filled compartment
c. partly filled compartment
d. angle of flooding

4. Explains that the Code requires demonstration, by calculation, that at all times
during a voyage the ship will have sufficient intact stability to provide adequate
dynamic stability after taking into account an assumed shift of cargo
5. Explains the Code requirements for minimum stability in terms of initial meta
centric height, angle of heel due to assumed grain shift and residual dynamic
stability
6. Explains that vessels with appropriate design features may be able to meet the
required minimum stability criteria after the assumed movement of cargo
without taking further physical precautions to reduce the shift of cargo
7. Explains the stability and grain loading information that is required to be
provided for such vessels if they are to receive a Document of Authorisation
8. Explains the method of verifying that the loading of a vessel supplied with a
Document of Authorisation meets stability requirements using volumetric
heeling moments, cargo details and maximum deadweight heeling moments
9. Explains that the grain loading stability booklet and associated plans contain all
of the information necessary to check that a proposed loading plan complies
with the stability requirements of the Regulations at all stages of the voyage
10. Explains that in some countries a certificate of loading, certifying that the cargo
has been loaded in compliance with the Regulations, is required before sailing
11. Explains the importance of trimming to fill all of the spaces under decks and
hatch covers to the maximum extent possible
12. Explains that the ability to comply with the stability criteria should be
demonstrated before loading
13. Explains that the master should ensure that the ship is upright before proceeding
to sea
14. Explains the use of physical precautions to reduce cargo movement
15. Describes the use and fitting of longitudinal divisions in both filled and partly filled
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DR. CARLOS S. LANTING COLLEGE

COLLEGE OF MARITIME EDUCATION
16 Tandang Sora. Ave. Brgy.Sangandaan Novaliches Quezon City

COURSE SYLLABUS: Seam IV

compartments
16. Demonstrates the use of Part C of the Code to determine the scantlings for
uprights and shifting boards
17. Describes the construction of a saucer as an alternative to a longitudinal division
in a hatchway
18. Describes the use of bagged grain or other suitable cargo stowed in the wings
and ends of a compartment to reduce the heeling effects of a grain shift
19. Describes methods of securing the free grain surface in partly filled
compartments
20. Explains that the hatch covers of filled compartments which have no cargo
stowed over them should be secured as laid down in the document of
authorization
21. Explains the conditions which must be met before a ship without a document of
authorization may load grain
22. Given a ship‘s data and details of consumption of fuel and of fresh water for an
intended voyage, prepares a stowage plan for a cargo of bulk grain and
performs the calculations to check that

the proposed stowage complies, at all stages of the voyage, with the stability criteria
set out in chapter VI of SOLAS 1974

Seamanship III
Table A-II/1 and A-II/2 Function: Cargo Handling
and Stowage
STCW’78 as amended

Issue Date : January 2014

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