Tank Farm and Terminal Operations
Storage terminals concentrate large inventories of flammable product alongside constant movement. This course covers tank design, transfer operations, loss control and the safety systems that keep a terminal running without incident.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Tank types, design and selection by product
- 02Receipt, storage and transfer operations
- 03Product quality, contamination and interface management
- 04Inventory measurement, gauging and loss control
- 05Tank cleaning, inspection and maintenance
- 06Fire protection, bunding and emergency systems
- 07Road and rail loading operations and vehicle control
What you will gain
- Explain tank types and their selection for different products
- Operate receipt, storage and transfer safely
- Control product quality and prevent contamination
- Measure inventory and reconcile losses
- Apply the safety systems specific to storage terminals
- Manage loading operations and vehicle movements
Who should attend
- Terminal and depot operators
- Supervisors in storage and distribution
- Safety officers at fuel facilities
- Operations managers in downstream energy
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 to 6 Nov 2026 | Cape Town | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 23 to 27 Nov 2026 | Johannesburg | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 7 to 11 Dec 2026 | London | 5 Days | US$1,800 | |
| 11 to 15 Jan 2027 | Dubai | 5 Days | US$1,800 | |
| 8 to 12 Feb 2027 | Pretoria | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 19 to 23 Apr 2027 | Durban | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 28 Jun to 2 Jul 2027 | Cape Town | 5 Days | R18,000 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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- R18,000 per delegate
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- 5 Days
- Field
- Oil, Gas & Energy
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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