Ocean Technologies Group has created the world’s first e-learning module on ammonia fuel safety.
Ammonia is already transported as a cargo on specialist tankers and is sometimes used as a refrigerant at sea, but common working practices are not yet established when using it as a fuel, with most crew unaware of its properties and how to handle it safely.
Source: Ocean Technologies Group
Ocean Technologies Group has created an e-learning module on ammonia safety
“The first ammonia-powered ships are due next year, so it was essential for OTG to develop this e-learning module to ensure seafarers are prepared for the significant differences in handling ammonia as a fuel when compared with existing hydrocarbon-based fuels,” said Knut Mikalsen, director of learning solutions for OTG.
“This new release builds on our ‘Introduction to New Fuel Types’ title and is the first of a series on specific new fuel handling courses, with hydrogen coming next.”
To produce the title, ITG brought on board working groups such as The Nautical Institute and the Just Transition Task Force. The module covers the known risk and their mitigations when using ammonia as a fuel and includes topics such as onboard storage, how to deal with a fire involving ammonia and what to do if there is an accidental leak.
“Our customers are some of the most forward-thinking and innovative in the industry, and they expect us to be ahead of the curve in developing E-Learning solutions,” said Johan Gustafsson, chief revenue officer at OTG.
“Through our close links with the key players in zero and low-carbon fuels’ development, we ensure our courses provide the latest information and equip seafarers with the latest knowledge on how to handle these new fuels safely.”
