This e-learning course in intended for deck & engine officers and crew. The course, in general, provides familiarization with modern Emergency Towing Systems (ETS) and understanding on when and how to use and operate the system in a safe and efficient way. It deals with the purpose and use of ETS, components of the system, principles of operations, and basic maintenance procedure.

COURSE AIMS & OBJECTIVES:
After successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:

• Describe the emergency towing operation
• Explain the purpose of the emergency towing system
• Describe when and where to use the emergency towing system
• Recognize the SOLAS requirements regarding emergency towing procedures
• Describe the forward and aft emergency towing system, components, and arrangements
• Identify when should an emergency towing system be readily available
• Familiarize with Aker Pusnes emergency towing system
• Describe the mounting sites of Aker Pusnes emergency towing system
• Familiarize with the safe deployment emergency and retrieval procedure of emergency towing
• Familiarize with the test procedure for a correct and safe deployment of the pick-up gear and towing wire
• Familiarize with the correct procedure of packing the pick-up gear container
• Identify the safety considerations in using an emergency towing system
• Familiarize with the operation of forward emergency towing system with OCIMF Stopper and Smit Bracket
• Familiarize with the 6-month, 12-month, and 2-year maintenance procedures of emergency towing system
• Identify troubleshooting procedures and tools to solve problems in the emergency towing system

COVERAGE / PROGRAM FOCUS:
The course deals with the following subject areas:

1.  Introduction to Emergency Towing
2. Emergency Towing System
3. Aker Pusnes Emergency Towing System
4. Emergency Towing Procedures
5. Emergency Towing System Maintenance Procedures

1. •EMERGENCY TOWING