Advanced Chemical Tanker Operations
Code advanced-chem · STCW A-V/1-1-3
Advanced Training for Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations under STCW A-V/1-1-3 — required of officers with immediate cargo responsibility on a chemical tanker. Cargo compatibility, IBC Code, tank cleaning between cargoes, vapour and slops control, MARPOL Annex II compliance.
- Prerequisites
- basic-oil-chem
- Duration
- 40 hours
- Validity
- 5 years
- Refresher
- every 5 years
- Typical cost
- ~$540 USD
Where to take this course
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Advanced Chemical Tanker Operations: FAQ
- What is the Advanced Chemical Tanker Operations (ADVANCED-CHEM) certification?
- Advanced Training for Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations under STCW A-V/1-1-3 — required of officers with immediate cargo responsibility on a chemical tanker. Cargo compatibility, IBC Code, tank cleaning between cargoes, vapour and slops control, MARPOL Annex II compliance. Referenced in STCW table A-V/1-1-3. Category: Cargo Tanker.
- Who needs ADVANCED-CHEM?
- ADVANCED-CHEM applies to seafarers in roles defined under STCW table A-V/1-1-3. Recommended prerequisites: basic-oil-chem. Without ADVANCED-CHEM, operators may decline to roster you for the relevant duties.
- How long does ADVANCED-CHEM take?
- Typical course duration is 40 hours (5 working days at 8h/day). This is face-to-face or blended-learning time at an approved training centre; revalidation refresher courses are usually shorter. Plan against your sea leave window before booking.
- How much does ADVANCED-CHEM cost?
- Typical cost is around US$540 at an approved provider. Cost varies widely by country and training centre quality; many shipping companies cover the course fee as part of the contract. Check with your manning agent or fleet department before paying out of pocket.
- Where can I get ADVANCED-CHEM?
- ADVANCED-CHEM is delivered by approved training centres in most major maritime training countries. Use our /training-centres directory and the certifications-by-country filters to find an approved provider near you. The flag administration of your seaman's book may also publish a list of accepted providers.
- How long is ADVANCED-CHEM valid?
- 5 years from issue, with a refresher required every 5 years. Plan your revalidation course before the expiry date; lapsed certificates may require re-sitting the full course rather than a refresher, and operators may refuse to extend a contract while a critical certificate is expired.