Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator (LCHS) – LPG

Complies with Section 3.3.3 of SIRE 2.0 & IMO MODEL COURSE 1.35 guidelines

1. Familiarization

• Ship type simulation
• Tank arrangement of the simulated liquefied gas tanker
• Cargo containment system
• Pipeline arrangement
• Pipe system control valves
• Pumps, compressors and reliquefaction plant
• Instrumentation and auxiliary system
• Controls
• Basic Operations and Procedures

2. Special Operations and Procedures

• Tank atmosphere evaluation
• Cargo ventilation system
• Reliquefaction system and control of boil-off
• Procedure for changing cargo and tank cleaning
• Use of inert gas
• Draining and stripping procedures
• Gas freeing

3. Cargo Operations

• General cargo handling provisions
• Cargo measurement and calculation
• Cargo condition maintenance on passage and in port
• Procedure for preparation for loading cargo
• Procedure for preparation for unloading cargo

5. Operational Problems

• Cargo and related operations – Routine working
• Introduction of system faults, malfunctions and accidents
• Emergency & Remedial Actions