~ Purpose ~

AHTS operations are considered among the most hazardous offshore activities, particularly for crew members working on the main deck, as demonstrated by historical incident records. This course is specifically designed to promote safe and efficient AHTS operations in the demanding offshore industry. Strict adherence to established safety rules, procedures, and best practices is essential to minimize risks, prevent incidents, and ensure the safety of all personnel at all times.


~ Objectives ~

Participants will become familiar with the essential operations performed by AHTS vessels. This course is designed for beginners as well as individuals seeking to expand their existing knowledge of the AHTS industry. By developing a better understanding of operational procedures and safety practices, participants will contribute to a safer, more efficient, and more productive working environment.


~ Content ~

>>The course set includes series of training modules  and video materials.<<


~ Certification ~

Upon successful completion of the online course you will be granted with personalized training certificate (validity: Unlimited).


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Course Curriculum

    1. Welcome

    2. Introduction

    3. AHTS in Oilfield Market

    4. Winterization

    5. Influence of Design

    6. Operations on AHTS

    7. Requirements of AHTS for AH operation

    8. Rig Move Meeting and Anchor Recovery Operation

    9. Deployment of Anchor

    10. Anchor Deployment Illustration

    11. Piggy-back Methods

    12. Towing Operations

    13. Towing Operations - continued

    14. Main Towing Arrangement

    15. Towing Arrangement: 2 Tugs

    16. Deep Draft Towing System Arrangement

    17. Narrow Water Towing Arrangement

    18. Barge Towing Arrangemnt

    19. Emergency Towing Arrangement

    20. Tandem Towing and Towline Tension

    21. Towing Alongside (Hip Tow)

    22. Pipe Lay Barges

    23. Tanker Lifting Operations

    24. Mooring to a Single Point Mooring Operation

    25. Experience Requirements

    26. Risk for AHTS with Respect to Operations

    27. Risk during the AH operation

    28. Case Study (AHTS Dolphin)

    29. AHT Best Practices

    30. Offshore Personnel Transfer

    31. Summary

    1. Anchor Handling Operation (AHTS's perspective)

    2. Anchor Handling Operation (Rig's perspective)

    3. Turned Wire Accident Simulation

    4. SharkJaw Failed Accident Simulation

    5. Safety for Anchor Handling Operation

    6. Anchor Handling Accident Simulation

    7. Dolphin Accident Simulation

    8. The Rig Move Operation (in Action)

    9. Anchor Handling Pipe Lay Barge (in Action)

    10. Piggy-back Anchor Handling (in Action)

    1. Course Materials 1

    2. Course Materials 2

    3. Exam: AHTS Operations

About this course

  • €200,00
  • 44 lessons
  • 4.5 hours of video content
  • Course access 1 full year