Course Description:
Our Surveyors of Inspected Towing Vessels course provides surveyors with the knowledge and skills required to perform TVIB TPO Subchapter M inspections and surveys of towing vessels. It has been designed to teach those who will be performing surveys as a part of an internal survey program, as well as those surveyors who wish to hold the credential to perform external surveys for TVIB. Everyone who successfully completes the course will receive a course completion certificate.
Course attendees who wish to receive the Certified Surveyor of Inspected Towing Vessels credential also need to submit a complete membership application PRIOR to attending the course. Upon successful completion of the course, remittance of a TVIB application and subsequent acceptance by the TVIB Accreditation Subcommittee, TVIB will submit the applicant to the USCG for final approval as qualified to perform work on behalf of TVIB in its role as a TPO.
*Note: In addition, students who are NOT Certified NDT technicians seeking the Certified Surveyor of Inspected Towing Vessels credential will be required to successfully complete an online course covering correct interpretation of Ultrasonic Thickness Testing Report prior to certification.
• Length: Five days (40 hours)
• Course binder and materials provided
• Maximum class size: 20, with instructors present throughout
Who Should Attend:
Internal Surveyors
This course is designed for internal surveyors that want training to be in compliance with the training requirements for Internal Surveyors as specified in section 137.315 – Internal Survey Programs, and are looking to become proficient at conducting Subchapter M compliant internal surveys under the oversight of a Third Party Organization “TPO.”
Third Party Surveyors
This course is also for those surveyors who wish to become a TVIB Certified Surveyor of Inpected Towing Vessels, which is required to perform work for TVIB as a TPO surveyor.
Course Fees:
• Non-Members: $1,795
• Members: $1,345*
Course fee includes course materials and lunch each day. Note: Please inform us upon registration if you have any special dietary needs and we will make every attempt to accommodate you. Email your special requests to: cindyh@thetvib.org
*TVIB members receive a 25% discount when registering for course.
Course Highlights:
• Subchapter M Overview
• TVIB/USCG Approved TPO
• Survey Standards
• Conduction of Survey Basics
• Report Writing
• Ultrasonic Thickness Gauging
• Confined Space Entry
• Naval Architecture for Surveyors
• Lifesaving Equipment
• Fire Protection Equipment
• Towing Gear
• Navigation Equipment
• Sanitary Examination
• Unsafe Practices
• Manning
• Prevention of Oil Pollution
• Scope of Drydock Examination
• Record Keeping
• Practical Exercises
• Written Examination
Exam/CEU Details:
• The passing score for the exam is 70%
• Students will have at least three hours to take the exam
• TVIB Member CPD Credit Available: 30 hours
Standards Referenced:
• ABYC
• NFPA
• UL
Additional Course Details:
Documentation:
Please bring a photo ID with you to class.
Course materials will be provided on site. Practical exercises, quizzes, a final exam and active participation in class are required to earn your certificate.
Parts of this course will be conducted on board a local tug, if available. Please bring a PFD, steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and coveralls or other outer wear suitable for work surveying a towing vessel.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations must be submitted one week (7 days) prior to the first day of the course. Please note that a cancellation fee of $150 will be charged. No refund will be issued for non-attendance without notification or for early withdrawal from a class. Please send cancellation notifications to: cindyh@thetvib.org.
ADA Requests:
Please alert us of any ADA needs that you may have upon registration so that proper arrangements can be made to accommodate you. Send your request to: cindyh@thetvib.org.
Accommodation Information:
Comfort Suites
30 Louis Prima Drive
Covington, LA 70433
985-809-1234
The room rate is $89 per night, plus tax and includes a hot breakfast, Wifi, and workout center access. Please call the hotel directly at the number listed above (not central booking) and ask for the front desk to book your room. You must book your room no later than March 19, 2017 to take advantage of the group rate.
