The Basic Training for oil and chemical tanker cargo operations course covers the mandatory competences and the required knowledge, understanding and proficiencies prescribed in Section A-V/1-1 paragraph 1, Table A-V/1-1-1 of the STCW Code. It comprises a basic training programme appropriate to their duties, including oil and chemical tanker safety, fire safety measures and systems, pollution prevention, operational practice, and obligations under applicable under applicable laws and regulations. This Training may be given on board or ashore. It can be supplemented by practical training on board or wherever possible on simulator in training institutions or in a suitable shore-based installation.