The COW system is nowadays fitted on all new oil tankers of 20 000 DWT and above.

Crude Oil Washing course is designed in compliance with IMO Model 1.02.; and provides comprehensive overview of COW system design, operation principles and safety aspects.

Objectives:

• Familiarize seafarers with cargo tanks cleansing system using crude oil;
• Describe design features of the COW system and provide basic maintenance tips;
• Educate personnel directly involved in COW system handling about the necessary operational and safety procedures.

Course Content:

• Introduction to the COW system;
• Design of COW system;
• COW piping;
• Tank washing machines;
• Pumps;
• Stripping systems;
• Crude oil washing system operation;
• Environmental Pollution and Control.

Target Audience: All seafarers working on oil tankers of /above 20000 DWT.

Pre-requisites: Basic Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations certificate.