Description
Manual of Oil Tanker Operations is written by experienced tanker officers and maritime lecturers. The book connects tanker design, cargo, and work operations, providing a basis for understanding operations from preparation to execution.
It covers oil cargo hazards, ignition sources, inert gas, gas venting, pipelines, and pumps. Furthermore, it describes the voyage work cycle, various terminal and mooring solutions, tank cleaning and crude oil washing, as well as pollution prevention measures.
Enclosed space entry, cargo calculations, inspections, and oil spill handling are also included in the scope. The book is suitable as professional support in education and further training. It must be used in conjunction with the vessel’s current manuals, procedures, and updated regulations.
The publication is in English and is published by Brown, Son & Ferguson Ltd. 1st edition, 2011. ISBN: 9781849270151.
