Towing Operations Course

The course gives delegates thorough understanding of safe towing operations and allows to gain appropriate skills using simulator.

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Cost: USD 1650
Time: 8:30 -17:00
Course Country: Turkey
Certification

Bureau Veritas

This course is certified
by Bureau Veritas.
Duration: 5 days
Participants: 6 prs
Validity: 5 years
Language: English

Turkey contacts

Address: İçmeler, D-100
Karayolu Cad. No:38/8,
34944 Tuzla / İstanbul

Today, towing a large ship is fraught with potential hazards and accidents during towing operations are all too common. In port, tugs are often working in a restricted space with limited room for manoeuvre, while long distance offshore tows have their own particular problems. This course shows how the risks of a towing operation can be minimised through thorough preparation, effective teamwork and communication, and by adopting best practice in all procedures.

Target User:

Ships' Masters, officers and crews.

Course Prerequisites:

None

Course Outcomes:

After completing the course, trainees will understand the safety issues involved in towing operations. They will be able to plan and undertake a harbour towing operation using best safety practice, and will know the legal requirements for emergency towing. Trainees who complete Module 4 will also learn how to carry out an offshore towing operation safely.

  • Learn about the three-stage preparation process for a towing operation: exchange of information, planning, and risk assessment
  • Become familiar with different types of tug and the different types of towing assistance they offer
  • Learn best practice as regards equipment inspection and maintenance
  • Understand the importance of good planning and communication between all parties
  • Know how to make fast and let go safely
  • Learn the legal requirements for emergency towing arrangements and procedures
  • Understand the factors involved in offshore towing, with emphasis on checking and protecting towlines, and collision avoidance

Mode of Delivery

The course is a modular with theoretical and practical (simulator).

Course Contents

Module 1 - Carrying Out Safe Towing Operations
Module 2 - Carrying Out a Safe Harbour Towing Operation
Module 3 - Emergency Towing Arrangements
Module 4 - Offshore Towing Operations

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Get in touch with our bookings team on +90 216 759 96 01 or email the team at tuzla@lerus-online.com

Frequently asked questions - Towing Operations Course

After completing the course, will participants receive a certification?

Yes, participants will be awarded a certification upon successfully completing the course, recognizing their acquired knowledge and skills.

What is the Towing Operations Course in Turkey about?

The Towing Operations Course in Turkey is designed to equip delegates with a thorough understanding of safe towing operations. It covers the risks involved in towing large ships, both in port and during long-distance offshore tows, and emphasizes minimizing these risks through thorough preparation, effective teamwork and communication, and the adoption of best practices in all procedures.

What will participants learn in the Towing Operations Course?

Participants will learn about the three-stage preparation process for towing operations, including the exchange of information, planning, and risk assessment. The course also covers different types of tug and towing assistance, best practices for equipment inspection and maintenance, the importance of planning and communication, safe procedures to make fast and let go, legal requirements for emergency towing arrangements and procedures, and factors involved in offshore towing, including towline protection and collision avoidance.

What are the benefits of completing the Towing Operations Course in Turkey?

Completing the Towing Operations Course in Turkey provides participants with an in-depth understanding of safety issues involved in towing operations, enabling them to plan and undertake both harbour and offshore towing operations using best safety practices. It also enhances their knowledge of legal requirements for emergency towing and the practical skills necessary for safe towing operations, using both theoretical learning and simulator training.

Why is Lerus the preferred training provider for maritime professionals?

Lerus is a global company recognized for its high-quality training standards and comprehensive course offerings, including the Towing Operations Course. With a focus on practical and theoretical knowledge, delivered by experienced instructors, and a commitment to safety and best practices in the maritime industry, Lerus stands out as a leading training provider. Additionally, Lerus's worldwide training centers make it accessible to participants from various regions, further establishing its reputation in the global maritime training market.
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