8.1 Operational requirement
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8.1 Operational requirement

  8.1.1 The whole operational crew of a gas-fuelled cargo and a passenger ship should have necessary training in gas-related safety, operation and maintenance prior to the commencement of work on board.

  8.1.2 Additionally, crew members with a direct responsibility for the operation of gas-related equipment on board should receive special training. The company should document that the personnel have acquired the necessary knowledge and that this knowledge is maintained at all times.

  8.1.3 Gas-related emergency exercises should be conducted at regular intervals. Safety and response systems for the handling of defined hazards and accidents should be reviewed and tested.

  8.1.4 A training manual should be developed and a training programme and exercises should be specially designed for each individual vessel and its gas installations.


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