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Dynamics of Petroleum Depot Operations

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Dynamics of Petroleum Depot Operations

How to Safely Organize Storage, Transfer and Sampling of Products in Petroleum Depots

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
20 - 24 Apr 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
10 - 14 Aug 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
Online Schedule
Date Venue Fees
10 - 14 Aug 2026 Online $ 3,950

Course Summary

This GLOMACS training course is designed for personnel working in the petroleum depot operations seeking to acquire more knowledge on effective handling of depot operations, storage, design standards, depot automation and warehouse control.

Most organisations with growth aspirations have invested significant time and resources in planning their expansion strategies, but have not devoted commensurate attention to developing and executing an internal management model along the business chain that has to handle and deal with depot operations management.

This GLOMACS training course will highlight:

  • Evaluate the different custody transfer standards in use today
  • Analyse the methodology for monitoring and controlling production losses
  • Value the dynamics of oil product storage and distribution
  • Learn the safety, health and environment aspects of depot operations
Course Outline
Day 1

Depot Design Standards

  • Depot Design Standards
  • Storage Depot Equipment Selection
  • Storage Profiles and Layouts
  • Storage Techniques
  • Fire Prevention and Protection
  • Depot Emergency Preparedness Planning
Day 2

Product Receipts and Transfers

  • Loading and Receipts
      • Compartment and Products Marine Receipts
      • Quantity / Cargo Grade
      • Normal Loading / Discharge Flow Rate
      • Pump Performance / Rate
  • Tank Gauging and Sampling
  • Sampling Monitoring During Discharge
  • Product Quality Control
Day 3

Procedures

  • Methods of Tank Calibration
  • Equipment & Calibration
  • Flow Calibration
  • Trends in Calibration
  • Types of Calibration Test Rigs
  • Tank Gauging Techniques
Day 4

Custody Transfer

  • Custody Transfer
  • Stocks Accounting and Control
  • Tank Management Systems
  • Leak Detection
    • API 1130
  • Depot Automation
  • Warehouse Controls
  • Monitoring and Controlling Production Losses
    • Physical Leaks
    • Control Valves
    • Meter Prover Performance
Day 5

HSE & Effective Handling of Depot Operations

  • Risk Incurred by Flammable Products
    • Flash Points
    • Flammability
    • Explosive Limits - LEL & UEL
  • Ignition Sources
    • Flames
    • Self-ignition Temperature
    • Sparks and Static Electricity
    • Pyrophoric Products
  • The Permit to Work System
  • Confined Space Operations
    • Atmospheric Testing
    • Oxygen Deficiency
    • The Dangers of Nitrogen
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates. Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
Providers and Associations

Endorsed Education Provider

KHDA
NASBA

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