The TMSA program is developed to provide companies with a unified SMS evaluation system and a phased development plan. Consequently, the Tanker Management and Self-Assessment (TMSA) course is intended for managers of ship owning and operating companies as well as officers involved in TMSA vetting procedures and introduces them to the intricate details of the program.

Objective:

The key goal of the Tanker Management and Self-Assessment (TMSA) course is to provide an overall understanding of the latest version of TMSA program and its components such as Key Performance Indicators (KPI), TMSA audit, SMS improvement plan.

Course content:

• Introduction to OCIMF (Oil Companies International Marine Forum);
• Last revision of the TMSA program;
• Key Performance Indicators (KPI);
• Minimum expectation level (Level 1) and best industry practice guidance up to Level 4;
• 12 elements of TMSA, safety and environmental compliance;
• SMS improvement and promotion;
• TMSA audit;
• Vetting inspections according to TMSA requirements.

Target Audience: Management personnel of tanker shipowners and operators; officers serving on board of tankers.

Pre-requisites: None.

Duration: 1 day.