Regulatory basis
- SOLAS Ch II-2
- ISGOTT
- IGC/IGF Codes
Safety, Security & Environment
Control of Tank Atmospheres on Tankers & Gas Carriers
Control of tank atmospheres on oil tankers and liquefied gas carriers — inerting, gas freeing, purging, and atmosphere monitoring.
Target audience
- Tanker and gas carrier officers, surveyors, terminal staff
Prerequisites
- Tanker familiarization
Learning objectives
What you'll be able to do
Apply inerting and gas-freeing procedures
Use portable and fixed gas detection
Issue and manage enclosed-space entry permits
Course content
Modules & topics
Indicative module breakdown — actual delivery is adapted to the audience and operational context.
01
Theory
- Flammability diagram
- Inert gas systems
02
Operations
- Inerting, purging, gas freeing
- COW interaction
03
Detection & entry
- O2/HC/H2S meters
- Permits
- Rescue
Assessment
Written test and practical demonstration.
Certification
Course completion certificate.
References & further reading
Authoritative sources
This course aligns with international maritime conventions and IMO Model Courses. Use these references for detailed regulatory text.
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