100 Tanker Ship Operation – Fixed Gas Detection System | Safety, Maintenance & Testing

Описание: In this training video, we explain the Fixed Gas Detection System on oil tankers, an essential safety feature for monitoring hazardous gases in cargo areas, ballast tanks, and pump rooms. Understanding how this system works and how to maintain it is critical for tanker crew, maritime students, and professionals involved in tanker cargo operations.

You will learn:

The role of fixed gas detectors in tanker safety.
How has sampling lines connected from ballast tanks and pump rooms to the control unit in the CCR.
Proper calibration and testing procedures for gas detection monitors.
Safety precautions, including air purging of sampling lines to prevent water damage to pumps.
How to integrate gas detection testing into standard tanker operation checklists, ensuring compliance with MARPOL, ISGOTT, and SMS manuals.

The video emphasizes the importance of following the manufacturer’s instructions and company guidelines when carrying out inspection, calibration, and recordkeeping. By mastering these procedures, seafarers can enhance maritime safety, prevent accidents, and ensure smooth cargo handling operations.

This content is designed as an educational resource for tanker training programs, helping cadets, officers, and maritime professionals build confidence in handling tanker cargo discharge, pump safety, and gas detection systems.

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