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Certifications / Vetting / CDI Marine Inspector

CDI Marine Inspector

Code cdi-inspector

CDI accreditation for chemical-tanker inspectors; covers IBC Code, CDI questionnaire, tank cleaning verification.

Prerequisites: Senior chemical tanker rank
Duration: 80 hours
Validity: 2 years
Refresher: every 2 years
Typical cost: ~$5500 USD

Where to take this course

Country guides list accredited training centres in the major seafarer-supplying nations:

PH centres
IN centres
UA centres
ID centres
RU centres
CN centres

Related glossary terms

Chemical Tanker
Custody Transfer
Chemical Distribution Institute
Vetting Inspection

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