Protocol for Commitment by Society Members to

Training
The on-going maintenance of the enviable safety record of the liquefied gas shipping and
terminal operations industry is critically dependent upon the commitment of LNG
operators to ensure a stable and secure supply of motivated and well trained personnel to
the industry. It is strongly recommended that all Members of SIGTTO comply with the
following protocol.
1) Shipping
Ensure that there are suitable cadet training schemes for the vessels which they
control, for both Engineer and Deck Cadets.
Recruit and train sufficient cadets to meet the future manning needs, both onboard
and ashore, ensuring self sufficiency in staffing.
Encourage career development through the company, meeting the aspirations of the
seafarers, from cadet to senior ranks.
Design new build vessels with sufficient accommodation for cadets and trainee
officers.
Develop and maintain accredited competency-based training programmes, both
ashore and at sea, that meet the recommendations of the series of SIGTTO
publications collectively titled Suggested Competency Standards.
2) Terminal Operators
Have in place training programs which follow industry recommendations from
SIGTTO and OCIMF.
Develop and maintain a competency based and audited training scheme that
demonstrates effective development for terminal operating staff associated with
loading and/or discharging liquefied gas ship and maintenance of the jetty and its
equipment.

SIGTTO
June 2012