ISGOTT & SIGTTO Requirements related to
Tanker and Oil & Gas Terminal Operations and Safety

INTRODUCTION

The Hydrocarbon Cargoes in Liquid or gas states are considered one of the highest demand commodities worldwide. Safe handling, transportation and storage operation of such valuable and dangerous cargoes are very important issues that was studied deeply and considered as a main concern of several international organisations.  

This GLOMACS comprehensive ISGOTT & SIGTTO Requirements for Tanker and Oil & Gas Terminal Safe Operations training course was prepared based on the requirements of IMO represented in the requirements of SOLAS & MARPOL Conventions, the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), the Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) and the International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) organisations. All these organisation have come up with some guidance and requirements that were listed in ISGOTT in its latest version (Version 6) for the Petroleum / Oil Tankers & Terminals and SIGTTO for LPG & LNG Gas Carriers and Terminals.

The training course will emphasize cargo planning and transfer requirements and develop good terminal management skills and support transport & storage operations. The course shall identify the associated Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification to guide the tanker / terminal personnel to manage a safe transport / storage process and act professionally during contingency and emergency response situations. In addition, this training course will also cover the key points and barriers in oil/gas tankers and terminal interfaces measures in the workplace from the Management to the personal level.

Objectives

This attractive and technical training course provides guidance to individuals working onboard oil tankers / gas carriers and terminals concerning the safe transportation and handling of petroleum and gas products. The ISGOTT & SIGTTO Requirements for Tanker and Oil & Gas Terminal Safe Operations training course will assist the delegates in implementing the requirements of ISGOTT & SIGTTO that are included in the Safety Management System within their own company.

The delegates will achieve the following objectives:

• Understand the function of the international organisations such as IMO, OCIMF, MTCOT, ICS & IAPH)
• overview of liquid bulk cargo handling such as the basic properties of liquefied gas and the principles of gas
• Become acquainted with gas and liquid bulk cargo storage particularly the operations, storage tank types, Boil off gas recovery system
• Identify the various flammability hazards associated with handling and be able to determine the hazards of hydrocarbon products as well as the precautions on tankers and terminals
• Review and improve liaison between tanker and terminal and recognize the various requirements, guidelines and methods of handling of cargo and ballast
• Become familiar with enclosed space entry, carriers & packaged cargoes in cargo handling and be able to recognize the emergency procedures
• Familiarize with the Safety Management Systems (SMSs), including complementary tools and processes such as permits to work & risk assessment
• Marine terminal administration and the critical importance of the tanker/terminal interface
• Maritime security and linkage to both the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code

Training Methodology

This ISGOTT & SIGTTO training course will utilize a variety of proven professional learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. The training course will be highly interactive and participative. This involves regular discussion between both delegates and the course expert tutor. The training course will provide the participant with an in-depth knowledge through supportive comprehensive course manual handouts, PowerPoint presentation for each session enabling practical application and reinforcement that enabling practical application and reinforcement.

Organisational Impact

With professionals undertaking this training course, their organisations will derive the following benefits:

• Trained and experienced professionals overseeing Oil & Gas terminal operations
• Effective understanding of ISGOTT & SIGTTO Guidelines requirements
• Proper risk identification and management through thorough research and forecasting
• Recognizing the required standards of terminal operations, thereby helping the organisation stay relevant in the particular industry.
• Application of advanced techniques and concepts to achieve operational excellence and save costs
• Greater efficiency and quality in operations because of regular audits by the trained and experienced professionals
• Regular and free training of existing and new employees on best practices when partaking in terminal operation execution and/or management
• Greater investments because of increased credibility and better Ship/Terminal organisational prospects

Personal Impact

Professionals enrolling for this ISGOTT & SIGTTO Requirements for Tanker and Oil & Gas Terminal Safe Operations training course will derive the following benefits:

• Complete knowledge and understanding of Oil & Gas terminal operations according to ISGOTT & SIGTTO requirements
• Greater confidence and information to train other professionals on best practices for effective terminal operations
• Enhancing foresight and perspective to predict risks and set systems and processes in place to address these, so as to prevent major business loss
• Ensuring steady and satisfactory career growth and progression
• Recognizing of required standards and benchmarks and ensuring that one’s organisation adheres to these standards
• Gaining skills and increasing capabilities to undertake opportunities for higher roles and responsibilities including those involving supervision of overall terminal operations

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This GLOMACS ISGOTT & SIGTTO Requirements for Tanker and Oil & Gas Terminal Safe Operations technical training course is intended for marine terminal staff, marine operation staff, oil movement personnel, custody measurement people, metering engineers and process engineers who have limited direct understanding of Liquid Bulk handling operations and as a base workshop for trainees with little or no experience of Liquid Bulk handling operations. The attendees can be but not limited to:

• Marine Terminal Facility Managers and Coordinators
• Terminal Superintendents, Supervisors and Engineers
• Safety and Environmental Managers, Engineers and Officers
• Oil & Gas Captains, Officers and Chief Engineers
• Ship Inspectors
• Spill Management Team Members
• Oil & Liquefied Gas Transfer Supervisors
• Marine Shipping Coordinators