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Exam Codes: (TK01) - (TK02)
Endorsement: Tank Vessel Assistant
Modules: Q456 - Q457

 
 

Examination Modules and Topics: Click on Module Title for Sample Exam
Grey Boxes Represent Major Topic Headings In Accordance With 46 CFR Subchapter B

 
Tank Vessel Assistant Dangerous Liquids (TK01) Tank Vessel Assistant Liquefied Gas (TK02)
Q456-Tank Vessel Assistant Dangerous Liquids Q457-Tank Vessel Assistant Liquefied Gas
Basic knowledge of tankers Basic knowledge of tankers
Basic knowledge of cargo operations Basic knowledge of cargo operations
Basic knowledge of the physical properties of oil and chemicals Basic knowledge of the physical properties of liquefied gases
Knowledge and understanding of tanker safety culture and safety management Knowledge and understanding of tanker safety culture and safety management
Basic knowledge of the hazards associated with tanker operations Basic knowledge of the hazards associated with tanker operations
Basic knowledge of hazard controls Basic knowledge of hazard controls
Understanding of information on a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Understanding of information on a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
Function and proper use of gas-measuring instruments and similar equipment Function and proper use of gas-measuring instruments and similar equipment
Proper use of safety equipment and protective devices Proper use of safety equipment and protective devices
Basic knowledge of safe working practices and procedures in accordance with legislation and industry guidelines and personal shipboard safety relevant to oil and chemical tankers Basic knowledge of safe working practices and procedures in accordance with legislation and industry guidelines and personal shipboard safety relevant to oil and chemical tankers
Basic knowledge of first aid with reference to a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Basic knowledge of first aid with reference to a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
Basic knowledge of emergency procedures, including emergency shutdown Basic knowledge of emergency procedures, including emergency shutdown
Basic knowledge of the effects of oil and chemical pollution on human and marine life Basic knowledge of the effects of oil and chemical pollution on human and marine life
Basic knowledge of shipboard procedures to prevent pollution Basic knowledge of shipboard procedures to prevent pollution
Basic knowledge of measures to be taken in the event of spillage Basic knowledge of measures to be taken in the event of spillage