Chemical Tankers / Day 5 / Day 5 Topic 1 Tank Entry

Chemical Training

Enclosed Space Entry

Company Procedures

SEP 4 of the VMS – V.Ships Enclosed Space Entry Procedures

Entry into any enclosed space is to form part of a routine risk assessment aboard our ships.

The dangers to crewmembers on entering an enclosed space must be assessed and cannot be over emphasised.

Chapter 17 of COSWP ?

Company Procedures – VMS - SEP 4

Company Procedures

Task: List enclosed spaces aboard a conventional Chemical Tanker?

Note of Caution: Any enclosed space is dangerous, whether it is a store room, void space, cargo or ballast tank, if that space has been closed for an indefinite or extended period without ventilation.

It is essential that all required procedures / safe practices / Checklists are completed prior entering Cargo / Ballast tanks.

Best Industry Practice & Guidelines

VOD Movie: Enclosed Space Entry – Code 682

VMS Mandatory Requirement

As per VMS CHEM Procedures 3.15, Entry into non ‘gas free space’ is prohibited, unless approved by the management office responsible for the vessel.

Discuss what precautions should be taken to make entry into a space

which is not Gas Free?

Tank Entry Guidelines

On chemical tankers the entry of personnel into cargo tanks is a more common practice than on oil tankers as a result of the requirement for inspections between grades etc; despite this, it is essential that the necessary checks are conscientiously made and recorded prior to entry in order to ensure the safety of personnel, enclosed space rescue equipment must be made ready for immediate use.

Tagging system

A system must be in place to indicate, by means of notices or tags, which cargo tanks are safe for entry; these should be placed at the tank accesses or hatches. The marking should be unambiguous and entry is prohibited in the absence of tag.

Tagging system aboard V.Ships Chemical ships?

Best Industry Practice & Guidelines

Enclosed Space Entry Guidance within:

COSWP – Chapter 17

ISGOTT – Chapter 11.4.4

Tanker Safety Guide (Chemicals)