Tanker Operations - Bunkering (Maritime)

Who is the course for?

All deck and engine crew involved in bunkering operations.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with an understanding of the bunkering hazards and processes, enabling you to competently participate in bunkering operations.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring all crew involved in bunkering operations has a common understanding of the risk and control measures in place reducing the risk for incidents.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• International Safety Management (ISM) Code

• ISO 8217:2024 Products from petroleum, synthetic and renewable sources — Fuels (class F) — Specifications of marine fuels

• International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)

• BIMCO & IBIA Bunkering Guide

• International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)

• IMO Resolution MSC.286(86) – Recommendations for Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for MARPOL Annex I Oil Cargo and Oil Fuel

• IMO MEPC.1/Circ.508 Bunker Delivery Note and Fuel Oil Sampling

• IMO MEPC.1/Circ.875/Add.1 Guidance on Best Practice for Fuel Oil Suppliers for Assuring the Quality of Fuel Oil Delivered to Ships

• IMO MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.18 Guidelines for the Sampling of Fuel Oil for Determination of Compliance with MARPOL Annex VI and SOLAS Chapter II-2

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.