Ballast Control Simulator Course (Stability 3)
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Theoretical Content
Prerequisites
Delegates must submit a copy of their Stability 2 Certificate achieved within 5 years prior to acceptance on the course.
Key Learning Outcomes
Develop skills and knowledge in the handling of Ballast Control operations in simulated, normal and emergency situations.
Course Content
Comprehensive stability instruction utilising full-motion simulators to replicate extreme wind and sea conditions and emergency situations. The course covers:
- Collision
- Loss of watertight integrity
- Blackout (local and total)
- Equipment failure
- Shift of cargo
- Severe weather
- Mooring failure
Assessment
Delegates will undertake a practical exercise to demonstrate they have achieved the key learning outcomes listed above.
PPE Requirements
PPE not required.
Further Information
This course uses a unique high fidelity semi-submersible simulator with hydraulically actuated motion to replicate all aspects of stability and ballast control operations.
This course meets the final part of the previous IADC Comprehensive Stability Programme ‘A’. The certificate issued complies with the requirements of the United Kingdom and Canada, US Coast Guard (USCG) and the International Maritime Organization (lMO) Requirement A.1 079(28) for the selection and training of Ballast Control Operators.
Practical Content
Theoretical Content
Target Audience
Personnel who have completed the requirements of Stability 1 and 2 of the training for Ballast Control Operators.
Certification
IADC (International Association of Drilling Contractors) Certificate internationally recognised by the offshore industry.
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MARINE TRAINING FACILITIES
ASET was also the first IADC recognised and approved centre in 1987 for training in stability and ballast control for semi-submersibles and marine operations of self-elevating platforms. ASET is internationally renowned for providing world class training in this field. Our hydraulic actuated motion controlled simulator creates realistic operational and marine conditions for our stability and ballast control and jack-up operations training.
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