Onboard Fuel Treatment and Preparation of Fuel

After completing this video the leaner will:

·        Know the basic methods used for removing water and dirt from the fuel.

·        Know how the fuel is prepared for use is a diesel engine.

·        Be aware of the purpose of some of the fuel additives that are available. 

Bunkering and Storage of Fuel Oil

After completing this video the leaner will:

·        Be aware of the environmental and health risk associated with bunkering operations.

·        Know the requirements prior to commencing bunkering operations.

·        Know the start up procedures for bunkering operations.

·        Know how to carry out bunkering operations including topping off.

·        Know the requirements for sampling and testing of the fuel including the relevant of the fuel including the relevant sections of MARPOL annex 1 and annex 6.

Bunkering Procedures and Bunkering Requirements

After completing this video the leaner will

·        Be familiar with the configuration of a typical ship’s fuel storage arrangement.

·        Be familiar with the configuration of a typical ship’s fuel transfer system.

·        Know the problems associated with storage of fuel onboard ship.

Bunker Fuel

The learning objective of this video is to introduce the learner to the need for procedures and systems for handling and pre-treatment of marine fuels.