This course is intended for Mooring Masters/Deck Officers. The training focuses on essential ship handling issues & practices with emphasis on ship-ship interaction and lightering operations taking into account the latest OCIMF guidelines & recommendations. Training exercises are conducted on Full Mission Bridge Simulator covering different Ship-to-Ship (STS) maneuvers (mooring and unmooring) and transfer operations.

COURSE AIMS & OBJECTIVES:
The course aims to provide ship handling principles directed on ship-ship interaction and good operating practices on STS transfer procedures in accordance to established industry guidelines & safety recommendations to ensure sound and efficient operations through all the key stages of lightering maneuvers & operations.

COVERAGE / PROGRAM FOCUS:
Instructions and practical exercises deal with the following subject and training areas:

I.   Ship to Ship Transfer Guide (CDI / ICS / OCIMF / SIGTTO)

• Operational Safety Checklists, Principles, Conditions & Requirements, Safety, Communications, Operational Preparations before Manoeuvring, Manoeuvring & Mooring, Procedures Alongside, Unmooring, Equipment, Emergencies

II.  STS Operation (Simulation Activities / Exercises):

• The use and control of main engine, rudders and thrusters.
• Ship to ship interaction
• Navigation & manoeuvring to a STBL in port and at sea, and docking & undocking in various conditions.
• Communication & STS Instructions
• Mooring / Unmooring Operations
• The use of thrusters
• Towing SS/STBL