Scope:

The course is conducted in accordance to the requirements of sec. 6.4 of IMO Res. A.891 (21).
This course is designed for participants who possess the required stability training and/or experience. 

Objective:

After successful completion of the course the trainees should have a better understanding in the theory and practical application of ship stability, particularly the stability of a mobile offshore drilling unit (MODU) and ballast control procedures for trim and list, use of information provided in the rig’s operational manual for safe operations of the MODU.

Course Content:

• Rig Orientation
• Basic stability
• Operational control, trim, stability and stress
• Emergency procedures
• Prevention of pollution
• Severe Weather
• Communication

Certification:

Liberian International Ship & Corporate Registry, (LISCR)
The Republic of Panama – Panama Marine Survey & Certification Services Inc.

Prerequisite:

• Rig orientation
• Stability and construction
• Emergency duties and communications
• Transit operations
• Seamanship
• Handling and stowage of supplies, including dangerous goods
• Safe working practices
• Regulatory and certification requirements
     
• Emergency first aid
     
• Anchor handling

Validation:

5 years

Minimum number of Attenders

4

Note to Client:

After successful completion of the course and assessment candidates will receive an Ballast Control Operator MOU certificate of attendance witch satisfy the training and Examination requirements for Liberian or Panamian Licenses for Ballast Control Operator.