SIGTTO LNG Shipping Suggested Competency Standards, 3rd Edition

Published: January 2021

These suggested standards are useful for all types of LNG carriers, regardless of size. They are relevant to any officer that is involved in the entire LNG cargo cycle operation, including the role of cargo engineer.

It is the responsibility of the owner to decide the appropriate level and type of training required, as part of a formal competence management system. Additional training, not covered by this document, may be required for specific operations or equipment.

Table of Contents

Introduction................................................................................................................................................... vi

Scope............................................................................................................................................................ vii

How to Use these Standards......................................................................................................................... viii

Performance Outcome Definitions................................................................................................................ ix

1. Deck Operational..................................................................................................................................... 1

Performance Outcome — Develop Familiarisation and Understanding of LNG Transportation Requirements 3

Performance Outcome — Manage and Operate Safety Systems and Equipment....................................... 5

Performance Outcome — Execute Planned Cargo Cycle Operations......................................................... 7

Performance Outcome — Execute and Monitor Cargo Operations Under Non-Standard and Emergency Conditions.................................................................................................................................................. 9

1. Cargo Equipment Operational................................................................................................................ 11

Performance Outcome — Develop Familiarisation and Understanding of LNG Transportation Requirements 13

Performance Outcome — Manage and Operate Safety Systems and Equipment..................................... 15

Performance Outcome — Execute Planned Cargo Cycle Operations....................................................... 17

Performance Outcome — Execute and Monitor Cargo Operations Under Non-Standard and Emergency Conditions................................................................................................................................................ 19

Performance Outcome — Maintain the Integrity of Cargo Containment, Cargo Equipment and Cargo Related Spaces..................................................................................................................................................... 21

1. Cargo Equipment Management............................................................................................................. 23

Performance Outcome — Develop Familiarisation and Understanding of LNG Transportation Requirements 25

Performance Outcome — Manage and Operate Safety Systems and Equipment..................................... 27

Performance Outcome — Ensure Effectiveness of the Entire Cargo Cycle................................................. 29

Performance Outcome — Ensure Effectiveness of Cargo Operations Under Non-Standard and Emergency Conditions................................................................................................................................................ 31

Performance Outcome — Ensure Effectiveness of Maintenance, Testing and Inspection of Cargo Equipment and Spaces.............................................................................................................................................. 33

Performance Outcome — Control the Operation of Gas Burning Equipment and Associated Systems....... 35

Performance Outcome — Control Operation of the Propulsion Plant Under Non-Standard Conditions....... 36

Performance Outcome — Ensure Integrity of Electrical Plant and Control Systems..................................... 38

1. Deck Management................................................................................................................................. 41

Performance Outcome — Develop Familiarisation and Understanding of LNG Transportation Requirements 43

Performance Outcome — Manage and Operate Safety Systems and Equipment..................................... 45

Performance Outcome — Prepare and Implement a Detailed Plan for the Entire Cargo Cycle................. 47

Performance Outcome — Monitor and Review Cargo Operations............................................................ 49

Performance Outcome — Plan for and Manage Cargo Operations Under Non-Standard Conditions........ 50

Performance Outcome — Plan for and Manage Cargo Operations Under Emergency Conditions............ 51

Performance Outcome — Ensure the Integrity of Cargo Containment, Cargo Equipment and Cargo Related Spaces..................................................................................................................................................... 52

Performance Outcome — Develop an Awareness of the Commercial Aspects of LNG Transportation....... 54

1. Underpinning Knowledge....................................................................................................................... 55

Annexes...................................................................................................................................................... 103

Annex 1 FSRU Operations...................................................................................................................... 105

Annex 2Change Summary................................................................................................................... 149

Annex 3Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations........................................................................................ 150

Annex 4 Reference List......................................................................................................................... 153