Offshore Installation Manager - Learning Outcomes

 

Stability and construction:

• the general principles of construction;

• the static and dynamic stability of floating MOUs; theory and factors affecting trim and stability; measures to preserve safe trim and stability, including sufficient knowledge of stability calculations and the use of stability booklets; also the relationship with the regulatory requirements in respect of the stability curves for operating and survival conditions, taking into account the effect of the environmental conditions prevailing;

• the effect on the trim and stability of a floating MOU in the event of damage to, and consequential flooding of, any compartment; counter-measures to be taken; knowledge of the principle and importance of maintaining the watertight integrity of the MOU; procedures for maintaining watertight integrity;

• loading supplies and ballasting in order to keep the unit's stresses within acceptable limits;

• principal structural members and required periodical inspections; basic knowledge of the effects of welding; effects of corrosion on the structure;

• the effect of the mooring system on stability; and

• preloading and leg reaction stresses on self-elevating MOUs;

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Station-keeping, mooring and dynamic positioning:

• seabed composition and characteristics;

• behaviour of mooring systems and force distribution, including the effect of environmental conditions;

• consequences of failure of the mooring system;

• anchor placement and recovery, and working with anchor-handling vessels; and

• the principles of the dynamic positioning system, including capabilities and limitations of thrusters, power systems and maximum allowable position offsets;

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Transit operations:

• the 1972 Collision Regulations, as amended;

• navigation and electronic navigational aids appropriate to the type of MOU; and

• towing procedures, including recovery of tow;

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Emergency procedures and safety equipment:

• life-saving and firefighting procedures, including drills;

• maintenance and inspection of life-saving and firefighting appliances in accordance with the regulatory requirements;

• communication procedures in emergencies;

• precautions to be taken before the onset of heavy weather;

• evacuation procedures; and

• crisis management and crowd control;

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Personnel transfers:

• precautions to be taken during transfer of personnel;

• use of the personnel basket;

• helicopter transfers; and

• vessel transfers;

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Handling and stowage of supplies, including dangerous goods:

• safe handling, stowage and care of equipment, supplies and dangerous goods;

• cranes and lifting equipment and inspections; and

• procedures for loading and discharge of helicopters and supply vessels;

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Pollution prevention and control:

• pollution prevention systems and equipment; and

• pollution control procedures;

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Meteorology:

• the characteristics of various weather systems;

• ability to apply available meteorological information to ensure safety of the MOU and, upon request, supply other vessels or aircraft with information;

• sources of meteorological information; and

• the effects of weather on the environmental limits of the MOU;

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Safe working practices:

• occupational safety, health and hygiene;

• hazardous areas;

• permits to work;

• work over water;

• work in enclosed spaces (see resolution A.1050(27));

• personnel training;

• understanding of organization and communication; and

• understanding and inspection of safety equipment;

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Regulatory and certification requirements, including an appreciation of international and national regulations and recommendations affecting operations;

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Industrial operations as they relate to maritime safety, including appreciation of the interrelationship between marine operations and specific industrial activities, including, where appropriate, the following:

• drilling and maintenance, where appropriate, of wells;

• construction and offshore maintenance and repair;

• production;

• accommodation support;

• lifting operations;

• pipe-laying;

• diving; and

• firefighting support

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