Oil Tankers Flashcards

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What is the use of Inert Gas?

A

To release a non-combustible gas into a space (cargo tank) to reduce the amount of hydrocarbon and/or Oxygen in the space to reduce risk of Combustion/Explosion

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What are the methods that are available of creating Inert Gas?

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  1. Flue Inert Gas
  2. Inert Gas Generator
  3. Nitrogen Bottles
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3
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Label each component of the IG System…

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Precautions to take before loading oil cargo…

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  • Comms established
  • Smoking & naked light restrictions
  • Fire fighting equipment ready
  • Oil spill equipment ready
  • Manifold properly connected
  • Drip tray in place
  • Routine checks arranged
  • Emergency signals agreed
  • Emergency escape established
  • Equipment (IG, COW etc) tested
  • Scuppers plugged
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Precautions to take during oil tanker cargo loading/discharging operations…

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  • IG system operational
  • Ship Shore Safety Checklist complete prior
  • Cargo tanks positive pressure
  • Moorings
  • Safe & secure access
  • Scuppers
  • Comms
  • Personnel monitoring load/discharge
  • Emergency preparedness
  • Stability
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