0416 Rev. 3.00 e-learning module Fuel oil bunkering UNDERSTANDING TEST RESULTS If a ship receive fuel with wrong density, are contaminated, have to high Sulphur level or create problems if blended with fuel already onboard it will most probably lead to operational problems and a considerably loss. By sending a representative sample to a laboratory for a fuel analysis you will have a warning of potential operational problems and be able to initiate corrective measures The main aim of this module is to give an understanding of the fuel analysis report, highlight the most critical parameters in the report and the consequences of poor fuel quality. The module will also describe some corrective measures for the most common fuel problems. Legislation & references MARPOL Annex VI STCW Marine Engineering Learning objectives Identify the significance of the information given in a fuel test report Recognise common operational issues with residual fuels Recognise common operational issues with distillate fuels Identify the measures to be taken when test results show that fuel is unsuitable Duration 45 minutes Engine - Management Generic English Veritas Petroleum Services Seagull Maritime AS