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ISGOTT & SIGTTO Requirements for Tanker/Oil & Gas Terminal Safe Operations

Oil & Gas Tanker – Terminal Safe Operation & Best Practical Interface

Classroom Sessions
14-18 Jul 2025
Dubai
$5,950
20-24 Oct 2025
Dubai
$5,950
26-30 Jan 2026
Dubai
$5,950

Course Introduction

Hydrocarbon cargoes, whether in liquid or gas form, are among the most sought-after commodities globally. Ensuring the safe handling, transportation, and storage of these valuable and hazardous materials is crucial, and has been extensively studied and addressed as a major concern by numerous international organizations.

This ISGOTT & SIGTTO Requirements for Tanker/Oil & Gas Terminal Safe Operations training course has been designed in line with the IMO's 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). These organizations have established guidelines and requirements, which are reflected in the most recent ISGOTT (Version 6) for petroleum/oil tankers and terminals, and SIGTTO for LPG & LNG carriers and terminals.

The training course focuses on cargo planning, transfer requirements, and the development of strong terminal management skills to support transportation and storage operations. The syllabus includes key aspects of Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification, helping tanker and terminal personnel safely manage transportation and storage processes, and act effectively during contingency and emergency situations. Additionally, the training addresses critical points and challenges at the oil/gas tanker and terminal interface, covering everything from management practices to personal-level responsibilities.

This training course will feature:

  • The Guidance & Requirements Of The International Organizations, ISGOTT & SIGTTO
  • Safe handling, transportation and storage operations of Hydrocarbon Cargoes in Liquid or gas states 
  • Ship/Shore (Oil Tanker/Terminal) Interface 
  • Gas Carrier / Terminal Operation & Interface

Training 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 course will assist the delegates in implementing the requirements of ISGOTT & SIGTTO that are included in the Safety Management System within their own company.

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the function of the international organizations such as IMO, OCIMF, MTCOT, ICS & IAPH)
  • Understand the 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 tanks 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
  • Know Marine terminal administration and the critical importance of the tanker/terminal interface
  • Recognise Maritime security and linkage to both the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code

Training Methodology

This 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, Power Point Presentation for each session enabling practical application and reinforcement that enabling practical application and reinforcement.

Who should Attend?

This 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

Course Outline

Day One: Introduction to the Guidance & Requirements Of The International Organizations, ISGOTT & SIGTTO
  • IMO
  • SOLAS & MARPOL Conventions Requirements
  • The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS)
  • The Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF)
  • The International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH)
  • Marine Terminal Competence and Training Guide (MTCOT)
  • ISGOTT in its latest version (Version 6)
  • SIGTTO
  • SIRE Inspection
  • IGC Code
  • ISPS Code
Day Two: ISGOTT Part 1 General Information (Chapter 1 – 8)

Basic Properties and Hazards of Petroleum

  • Flammability
  • LEL and UEL 
  • Characteristics of hydrocarbon and concept of Toxicity

Gas Evolution and Measurement

  • Gas measurement & Sampling
  • Minimising Hazards from Vented Gas
  • Fixed & Portable hydrocarbon gas detection systems
  • The hazards associated with handling, storing and carrying residual fuel oils

Static Electricity

  • Principles of electrostatics
  • General precautions against electrostatic hazards
  • Other possible sources of electrostatic hazards

Managing Hazards and Risks for Ship and Terminal

  • Management system
  • Risk management
  • Stop Work Authority Lock-out/Tag-out
  • Control of hazardous energy
  • Personal safety
  • Preventing fire and explosion Control of potential ignition sources
  • Electrical equipment and installations in hazardous areas

Fire Protection

  • Theory of firefighting
  • Types of fire and appropriate extinguishing agents
  • Fixed & Portable fire extinguishers 
  • International shore fire connection
  • Protective clothing
  • Automatic fire detection systems

Security

  • Security Threat and risk assessment
  • Security plans
  • Responsibilities under the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code

Human Factor

Risk assessment Procedures Leadership

  • Stop work Authority 
  • Manning Level
  • Training, Experience & Competence

ISGOTT Part 2 Tanker Information (Chapter 9 – 14)

Management of Safety and Emergencies

  • The International Safety Management (ISM) Code
  • Work planning and permit to work systems
  • Management of contractors
  • Managing Simultaneous Operations

Enclosed Spaces

  • Enclosed space entry safety Management & Authorization
  • Identifying enclosed spaces
  • The hazards of enclosed space atmospheres
  • General requirements & precautions
  • Work in enclosed spaces
  • Rescue and evacuation from enclosed spaces
  • Respiratory Protective Equipment

Shipboard Systems

  • Loading and discharging arrangements
  • Fixed Inert Gas systems
  • Venting systems
  • Cargo and ballast systems

Shipboard Operations

  • Cargo operations
  • Tank cleaning
  • Gas freeing
  • Crude Oil Washing
  • Ballast operations
  • Cargo measurement, ullaging, dipping and sampling
Day Three: ISGOTT Part 3 Marine Terminal Information (Chapter 15 – 20)

Marine Terminal Administration

  • Marine Terminal Information System
  • Documentation

Marine Terminal Operations

  • Limiting conditions for operations
  • Electrical storms
  • Double banking
  • Tanker/terminal access
  • Over the tide cargo operations
  • Operations where the tanker is not always afloat
  • Generation of pressure surges in pipelines
  • Reduction of pressure surge hazard
  • Pigging

Marine Terminal Systems and Equipment

  • Electrical equipment
  • Lifting equipment
  • Lighting
  • Tanker/terminal electrical isolation
  • Earthing and bonding practice in the terminal

Cargo Transfer Equipment

  • Marine Loading Arms
  • Cargo hoses
  • Vapour Emission Control Systems
  • Cargo transfer drainage and containment
  • Emergency Shutdown systems

Marine Terminal Fire Protection

  • Marine terminal fire protection
  • Alarm and signaling systems
  • Detection and alarm systems at terminals
  • Firefighting equipment
  • Access for firefighting services

Emergency Preparedness and Evacuation

  • Overview
  • Hierarchy of emergency scenarios
  • Terminal emergency plan (components and procedures)
  • Spill response plan
  • Emergency evacuation and personnel escape routes
  • Training for emergencies and emergency exercises
  • Emergency removal of tanker from berth

ISGOTT Part 4 Ship/Shore (Tanker/Terminal) Interface (Chapter 21 – 25)

Communications

  • Procedures and precautions
  • Pre-arrival exchange of information
  • Pre-berthing exchange of information
  • Pre-transfer conference
  • Agreed loading / discharge plan
  • Agreement to carry out repairs

Mooring and Berthing

  • Mooring safety
  • Security of moorings
  • Preparations for arrival
  • Berthing at jetty berths
  • Berthing at buoy moorings

Tanker and Terminal Precautions for Cargo Operations

  • External openings in superstructures
  • Central air conditioning and ventilation systems
  • Openings in cargo tanks
  • Inspecting a tanker’s cargo tanks before loading
  • Marine cargo inspectors
  • Spills and leaks
  • Firefighting while the ship is alongside a terminal
  • Firefighting while in proximity to other ships
  • Notices
  • Manning requirements
  • Control of vehicles and other equipment 
  • Helicopter operations

Bunkering Operation

  • Bunkering Safety Checklist

The Ship/Shore Safety Checklist

  • Composition of the Ship/Shore Safety Checklist
  • Example safety letter
  • Instructions for completing the Ship/Shore
  • Ship/Shore Safety Checklist (SSSCL)
Day Four: SIGTTO Gas Carrier / Terminal Information (Chapter 1 – 5)

Introduction to liquified Gases

  • LNG
  • LPG
  • Safe jetty designs & Operation

Properties of Liquefied Gases

  • Chemical properties
  • Physical properties
  • Principles of refrigeration
  • Inert gas and nitrogen
  • Hydrate formation
  • Spillage of liquefied gas
  • Liquid and vapour densities
  • Flammability

Principles of Gas Carrier Design

  • The gas carrier codes
  • Cargo containment systems
  • Gas carrier types & layout
  • Surveys and certification

The Ship — Equipment and Instrumentation

  • Cargo pipelines and valves
  • Cargo pumps, heaters & vaporisers
  • Reliquefication plants and boil-off control
  • Cargo compressors and associated equipment
  • Inert gas and nitrogen systems
  • Electrical equipment in gas dangerous spaces
  • Temperature, Pressure & Level Monitoring Instrumentation 
  • Custody transfer systems

The Terminal — Equipment and Instrumentation

  • Cargo transfer systems
  • Shore storage / containment systems
  • Pumps, compressors and heat exchangers
  • Temperature, Pressure & Level Monitoring Instrumentation 
  • Fire-fighting Equipment Inspection, maintenance and training
Day Five: SIGTTO Gas Carrier / Terminal Operation & Interface (Chapter 6 – 10)

The Ship/Shore Interface

  • Supervision and control
  • Communications Prior Tanker arrival, Alongside the jetty & During Cargo Operation
  • Ship/Shore safety check list
  • Berthing and mooring
  • Connection and disconnection of cargo hoses and hard arms
  • Cargo handling procedures
  • Linked Emergency shut-down systems
  • Terminal booklet — Information and Regulation

Cargo Handling Operations

  • Tank inspection
  • Loading procedures
  • The loaded voyage
  • Operation of the reliquefication plant
  • LNG boil-off as fuel
  • Discharging procedures
  • Ship-to-ship transfer

Cargo Measurement and Calculation

  • Special practices for gas cargoes
  • Density in air and density in vacuum
  • LNG quantification
  • Shore measurement versus ship measurement
  • Corrections to Vessel Trim & List
  • Ship/shore calculation procedures
  • Cargo documentation

Personal Health and Safety

  • Cargo hazards
  • Flammability
  • Toxicity
  • Entry into enclosed spaces
  • Personal protection

Emergency Procedures

  • The principal hazards
  • Liquefied gas fires & fighting procedures
  • Emergency procedures
  • Emergency release and emergency shutdown
  • Removal of ship from berth

Certificates

  • COPEX Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course
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