COURSE OVERVIEW

This practical and highly-interactive course includes real-life case studies and exercises where participants will be engaged in a series of interactive small groups and class workshops.
This course is designed to provide participants with a detailed and up-to-date overview of Advanced Tugs and Towage Operations/Techniques. It covers the basic to advanced tugs and towage operations and techniques; the tug design and assisting method and the factors influencing tug type and design; the performance and safety of various types of tug; the tug superstructure and underwater design; the relationship between type of tug and assisting method; the tug capabilities, limitation, pivot point, towing point and pushing point; the lateral center of pressure; the direct and indirect towing methods; the transverse resistance of the hull; and the shock absorption characteristics of towline.
During this interactive course, participants will learn to operate height and adjustments covering towing point and pushing point; the bollard pull requirements and factors influencing them; the tug wash effects and environmental conditions; the interaction effects influencing tug performance; the proper protocols, communication, and situational awareness; the techniques and safety measures in passing towline; the forward and stern tug steering broadside best practices and escorting towing operational practices; the side and rudder tugs operations and the factors ensuring stability and mitigating risks; and th