Oil & Gas Terminal Management & Safety (Intl. Standards)

Module 1: Introduction to Oil & Gas Terminals

• Types: onshore, offshore, floating terminals (FPSO)
• Key infrastructure: tanks, jetties, pipelines, loading arms
• Roles & responsibilities in terminal operations

Module 2: Storage Systems & Tank Management

• Tank types: fixed/floating roof, LNG tanks
• Overfill protection (API 2350), tank gauging systems
• Vapor recovery, slop handling, and contamination control

Module 3: Loading & Unloading Operations

• Shore-to-ship and ship-to-shore operations
• Use of ISGOTT checklists, mooring, static electricity control
• Jetty operations, loading arms, and pre-transfer meetings

Module 4: International Safety Standards & Regulations

• ISGOTT, API, ISO 45001, OCIMF, MARPOL
• Compliance processes and documentation
• Regulatory reporting and audit readiness

Module 5: Fire & Explosion Risk Management

• ATEX zones, static control, foam systems
• Fire detection and suppression technologies
• Hazard identification tools (HAZID, Bowtie)

Module 6: Emergency Response Planning

• Building ERP systems for terminals
• Spill response procedures and fire scenarios
• Crisis communication and drill evaluations

Module 7: Terminal Automation & Control Systems

• SCADA, DCS, PLC systems
• Alarm management, safety interlocks, leak detection
• Cybersecurity and operational technology (OT) risks

Module 8: Inspection, Auditing & Compliance

• OCIMF TMSA & SIRE inspections
• Safety audits, mechanical integrity (API 570/653)
• Non-conformance tracking and corrective actions

Module 9: Environmental & ESG Compliance

• Emission control (VOC, NOx), flare minimization
• Spill prevention, secondary containment
• ESG metrics, sustainability goals, GHG reporting

Module 10: Case Studies & Lessons Learned

• Review of major terminal incidents (e.g., Buncefield, Fujairah)
• Root cause analysis and risk response strategies
• Group simulation and best practice presentation