BASIC BUNKERING

BASIC BUNKERING SERIES

For most seafarers, the taking of bunkers is simply another routine operation. Care will be taken of course, but beyond that, little is understood about where bunker fuels come from, how they are bought and sold, the various methods of delivery and, once on board, the impact these fuels may have on the efficient running of the engine.

It is perhaps, because of this lack of understanding, that ships are increasingly falling foul of poor quality or contaminated bunker fuels: often with disastrous consequences. Moreover, even though care is usually taken during a bunkering operation, the fact that over three-quarters of the total oil pollution of the sea comes from bunkers, would suggest that proper procedures are not always in place.

Basic Bunkering, is aimed at seafarers as well as shore personnel, is the most comprehensive training package ever produced on the subject. Consisting of three separate video packages complete with a trainer's guide, all major aspects of the bunkering process are highlighted. Introduced by a Presenter, each video employs graphics and animation to illustrate the main messages.

PART 1: INTRODUCTION & COMMERCIAL
PART 2: TECHNICAL
PART 3: OPERATIONS