REQUIRED SKILLS |
This describes the basic skills required for this unit. |
1 | Read and interpret instructions, regulations, procedures and information relevant to the management of the handling, loading and discharging of chemical cargoes |
2 | Communicate effectively with others when managing the handling, loading and discharging of chemical cargoes |
3 | Provide leadership to others on matters related the handling, loading and discharging of chemical cargoes |
4 | Take appropriate initiatives related to the handling, loading and discharging of chemical cargoes |
5 | Interpret and apply security and safety practices and regulations when managing the handling, loading and discharging of chemical cargoes |
6 | Modify activities dependent on differing workplace contingencies, risk situations and environments |
7 | Identify and solve problems associated with the handling, loading and discharging of chemical cargoes and take appropriate action based on available information |
8 | Monitor and anticipate problems and risks related to the handling, loading and discharging of chemical cargoes, and take appropriate action |
9 | Adapt to differing types of vessels, port facilities, cargoes and equipment |
10 | Monitor the use of equipment required for the handling, loading, monitoring and discharging of chemical cargoes |
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE |
This describes the knowledge required for this unit. |
1 | Relevant sections of IMO STCW 95 Code and AMSA Marine Orders applicable to chemical tankers |
2 | Relevant OH&S and pollution control legislation, codes of practice, policies and procedures |
3 | Procedures and regulatory requirements for loading, discharge, handling and condition monitoring of chemical cargo, including: |
| a | typical calculations required when coordinating the handling of chemical cargo |
| b | procedures for the preparation of loading and discharge plans for multiple grade tanker cargoes with due regard to cargo segregation and cargo care on passage |
| c | cargo loading and discharging preparations and procedures |
| d | purpose and use of checklists, including the vessel/shore checklist |
| e | need for correct supervision and the use of monitoring equipment when handling chemical cargoes |
| f | cargo condition monitoring and maintenance on passage and in harbour |
| g | principles and procedures for the segregation of cargoes |
| h | procedures for cargo transfer and changing cargoes |
| i | the use and maintenance of inert atmospheres during cargo operations |
| j | procedures for controlling entry into pump rooms and confined spaces |
| k | the principles of operation of gas detection and safety equipment |
| l | gas detection and safety equipment requirements for various shipboard scenarios on a chemical tanker |
| m | procedures to prevent air and water pollution, including disposal of wastes and washings |
| n | procedures for tank cleaning and gas freeing operations, including the use of absorption, wetting agents and detergents |
| o | cargo gauging, sampling and testing |
| p | ballasting and deballasting |
| q | emergency procedures, i.e. pre-planned action in the event of spillages, leaks, fire, collision, stranding, emergency cargo discharge and personnel casualty |
4 | Chemical cargo handling systems and equipment and the procedures for their use |
5 | Principles of chemical cargo containment, including: |
| a | containment systems |
| b | rules |
| c | surveys |
| d | tank construction |
| e | materials |
| f | coatings |
| g | temperature control |
| h | insulation |
| i | compatibility |
6 | The properties and characteristics of chemicals and their vapours, including: |
| g | temperature control |
| h | insulation |
| i | compatibility |
| a | the characteristics of chemicals typically carried |
| b | toxicity of various chemical cargoes |
| c | critical temperatures of typical chemical cargoes |
| d | hazards of typical chemical cargoes and measures for hazard control |
| e | safety guides applicable to typical chemical cargoes carried |
7 | Principles of toxicity of chemicals, including: |
| a | the modes by which chemicals and their vapours may be toxic |
| b | the toxic properties of inhibitors and of products of combustion of both materials of construction and of chemicals carried |
| c | acute and chronic effects of toxicity |
| d | systemic poisons and irritants |
| e | the threshold limit value (TLV) |
| f | hazards of skin contact, inhalation and ingestion |
| g | medical first aid and administering of antidotes |
8 | Maritime communication techniques as they are applied in the loading, discharge, handling and condition monitoring of chemical cargoes |