Advanced Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations

Code tanker-cargo-chem-adv · STCW A-V/1-1-3

Advanced training for officers responsible for chemical tanker cargo operations, building on basic chem familiarisation. Covers IBC Code, cargo segregation, MARPOL Annex II categorisation, tank cleaning, MARPOL prewash, ODMCS.

Prerequisites: bst, basic-oil-chem, Sea service on chem tankers (3 months)
Duration: 56 hours
Validity: —
Refresher: every 5 years
Typical cost: ~$800 USD

Required for OOW/Master/CE/2E on chemical tankers.

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Advanced Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations: FAQ

What is the Advanced Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations (TANKER-CARGO-CHEM-ADV) certification?: Advanced training for officers responsible for chemical tanker cargo operations, building on basic chem familiarisation. Covers IBC Code, cargo segregation, MARPOL Annex II categorisation, tank cleaning, MARPOL prewash, ODMCS. Referenced in STCW table A-V/1-1-3. Category: STCW Advanced.
Who needs TANKER-CARGO-CHEM-ADV?: TANKER-CARGO-CHEM-ADV applies to seafarers in roles defined under STCW table A-V/1-1-3. Recommended prerequisites: bst, basic-oil-chem, Sea service on chem tankers (3 months). Without TANKER-CARGO-CHEM-ADV, operators may decline to roster you for the relevant duties.
How long does TANKER-CARGO-CHEM-ADV take?: Typical course duration is 56 hours (7 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 TANKER-CARGO-CHEM-ADV 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 TANKER-CARGO-CHEM-ADV?: TANKER-CARGO-CHEM-ADV 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.

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Advanced Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations: FAQ

What is the Advanced Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations (TANKER-CARGO-CHEM-ADV) certification?

Who needs TANKER-CARGO-CHEM-ADV?

TANKER-CARGO-CHEM-ADV applies to seafarers in roles defined under STCW table A-V/1-1-3. Recommended prerequisites: bst, basic-oil-chem, Sea service on chem tankers (3 months). Without TANKER-CARGO-CHEM-ADV, operators may decline to roster you for the relevant duties.

How long does TANKER-CARGO-CHEM-ADV take?

Typical course duration is 56 hours (7 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 TANKER-CARGO-CHEM-ADV 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 TANKER-CARGO-CHEM-ADV?

TANKER-CARGO-CHEM-ADV 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.