
Aims
- To give participants a clear understanding of how the Headway OceanGuard BWTS works.
- To build confidence in operating, monitoring and maintaining the system safely.
- To ensure the crew can meet ballast water discharge compliance and handle inspections effectively.
Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Identify the main components of the Headway OceanGuard BWTS.
- Explain the working principles of filtration, UV treatment and electrolysis/AOP.
- Carry out safe ballasting and de-ballasting using automatic and manual modes.
- Monitor key parameters such as TRO, UV intensity, ΔP and flow rate.
- Troubleshoot common operational and sensor issues.
- Perform routine and scheduled maintenance safely.
- Follow safety procedures for chemicals, LOTO and confined-area work.
- Maintain proper ballast water logs and prepare for PSC inspections.
Course Modules
- Introduction
- System Components
- Working Principle
- Operation
- System Monitoring
- Troubleshooting
- Maintenance
- Safety And Compliance
- Teacher: AIMS MARITIME