Shore Tank Cleaning Certified Operator

Code shore-tank-cleaning

Specialist tank-cleaning certificate (e.g. STASCO, Miracle) for chemical cargo cleanings; required by many vetting departments.

Prerequisites: —
Duration: 24 hours
Validity: 5 years
Refresher: every 5 years
Typical cost: ~$800 USD

Where to take this course

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Shore Tank Cleaning Certified Operator: FAQ

What is the Shore Tank Cleaning Certified Operator (SHORE-TANK-CLEANING) certification?: Specialist tank-cleaning certificate (e.g. STASCO, Miracle) for chemical cargo cleanings; required by many vetting departments. Category: Cargo.
Who needs SHORE-TANK-CLEANING?: SHORE-TANK-CLEANING applies to seafarers in roles defined under STCW. No formal prerequisites are listed in our directory. Without SHORE-TANK-CLEANING, operators may decline to roster you for the relevant duties.
How long does SHORE-TANK-CLEANING take?: Typical course duration is 24 hours (3 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 SHORE-TANK-CLEANING cost?: Typical cost is around US$800 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 SHORE-TANK-CLEANING?: SHORE-TANK-CLEANING 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 SHORE-TANK-CLEANING 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.

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Shore Tank Cleaning Certified Operator: FAQ

What is the Shore Tank Cleaning Certified Operator (SHORE-TANK-CLEANING) certification?

Specialist tank-cleaning certificate (e.g. STASCO, Miracle) for chemical cargo cleanings; required by many vetting departments. Category: Cargo.

Who needs SHORE-TANK-CLEANING?

SHORE-TANK-CLEANING applies to seafarers in roles defined under STCW. No formal prerequisites are listed in our directory. Without SHORE-TANK-CLEANING, operators may decline to roster you for the relevant duties.

How long does SHORE-TANK-CLEANING take?

Typical course duration is 24 hours (3 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 SHORE-TANK-CLEANING cost?

Typical cost is around US$800 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 SHORE-TANK-CLEANING?

SHORE-TANK-CLEANING 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 SHORE-TANK-CLEANING 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.