This post deals with the post-training of a Marine Engineer, after the main training. One is needed to complete the basic familiarization courses before going on a ship. This is essential for Dangerous Cargoes carrying ship, viz. Oil Tanker, Chemical Tanker, Gas Tanker.
There are 3 main courses:
1. Oil Tanker Familiarization Course
2. Chemical Tanker Familiarization Course
3. Liquefied Gas Tanker Familiarization Course
These courses are needed to be completed before going on the respective ship. These deal with the safety of the ship & a short introduction to them. The main aim is to get familiarized with the emergencies & danger on-board these sips.
On completing these courses, one will get certificate of that course, which one has to get it endorsed from the MMD.