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SLOP TANK AND CARGO TANK HEATING

Both the port and starboard slop tanks are fitted with internal grid type heating coils. The port slop tank has

The flue gas system main control panel is situated in the CCR. This panel contains the programmable controller pushbuttons etc,

System explained basis my present vessel. INITIAL INERTING Under normal operating conditions the vessel is kept totally inerted. However, after

SUPERVISION AND CONTROL Within the tanker trade, the ship/shore interface plays a vital part in operations. It is an area

a) Petroleum is highly flammable (fuel) b) Sources of ignition may be present at various locations. (Ignition) c) Oxygen

Small spills can occur during routine transfer operations on the ship, i.e. during loading, discharging, ballasting, bunkering etc. If an

These are oil tankers specially meant for storage of oil offshore. Hence, they are converted sailing oil tankers. Conversions are

Chemical tankers are among the most complex ships ever constructed. The cargoes they carry often, present tremendous challenges and difficulties

Many of the changes in everyday life that have taken place during the last fifty years have resulted from developments

Cargo oil tanks must be water washed, purged and gas freed prior to inspection. Cargo oil tanks must NEVER be