Course Details

This course is appropriate for a wide range of professionals but not limited to:

• Jetty Operators and Loading Masters
• Terminal and Tank Farm Operators
• Marine Supervisors and Port Engineers
• Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Officers
• Emergency Response Coordinators
• Marine Pilots and Berthing Masters
• Oil & Gas Operations and Logistics Staff
• Personnel involved in marine safety audits or regulatory compliance

• Expert-led sessions with dynamic visual aids 
• Comprehensive course manual to support practical application and reinforcement 
• Interactive discussions addressing participants’ real-world projects and challenges 
• Insightful case studies and proven best practices to enhance learning

By the end of this course, participants should be able to:

• Understand the function and layout of jetties in oil and gas terminals
• Apply international regulations and standards for safe jetty operations
• Conduct safe mooring, berthing, loading and unloading procedures
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with jetty operations
• Operate and inspect cargo transfer equipment including loading arms and hoses
• Implement and monitor safety and emergency procedures
• Coordinate effectively with vessel crews and shore-based teams
• Manage environmental risks and comply with pollution prevention protocols

DAY 1

Introduction to Jetty Operations & Safety Standards

• Pre-test
• Overview of oil and gas terminal operations
• Jetty types, layout and key components
• International regulations: ISGOTT, OCIMF, SIGTTO, MARPOL
• Roles and responsibilities of terminal and ship personnel
• Safety checklists and documentation
• Ship-to-shore interface: pre-arrival planning and communications

DAY 2

Mooring, Berthing & Cargo Transfer Systems

• Berthing and unberthing procedures
• Mooring systems: types, configurations, and tension control
• Loading arms and hoses: design, operation, and safety checks
• Ship-Shore Safety Checklist (SSSCL) and communication protocols
• Emergency shutdown systems and interlocks
• Static electricity hazards and grounding practices

DAY 3

Safety, Risk Management & Emergency Response

• Hazard identification and risk assessment at jetties
• Permit-to-Work systems and confined space entry
• Fire and explosion hazards: prevention and control
• Emergency response planning and drills
• Case studies: incidents at jetties and lessons learned
• Response to spills, gas leaks, and mooring line failures

DAY 4

Environmental Protection & Pollution Control

• Environmental risks in jetty operations
• Oil spill prevention and containment
• MARPOL requirements and compliance
• Wastewater and ballast water management
• Use of booms, dispersants, and response equipment
• Environmental monitoring and reporting

DAY 5

Operational Excellence & Course Wrap-Up

• Terminal Management and Self-Assessment (TMSA)
• Audit preparation and best practices for compliance
• Performance indicators for safe and efficient jetty operations
• Group exercise
• Action planning and course conclusion
• Post-test