NT/ENG Circular - Training and Certification of Seafarers on ships subject to IGF Code

1. Training and Certification Requirements

Seafarers must complete approved training programs and obtain Certificates of Proficiency (CoP) for basic and advanced training to work on ships subject to the IGF Code.

• Basic Training: Complete approved basic training or hold a valid CoP in basic training for liquefied gas tanker cargo operations or advanced training for liquefied gas tanker cargo operations.
• Advanced Training: For seafarers with basic IGF CoP, complete approved advanced training and 1 month of seagoing service with 3 bunkering operations. For advanced gas tanker CoP holders, meet additional requirements.

2. Renewal of Certificate of Proficiency

Seafarers can apply for renewal of basic or advanced IGF CoP within six months before expiry by submitting evidence of 3 months of seagoing service on IGF Code ships or retaking the respective training course.