Tank Farm and Terminal Operations (OG-064) Training Course

Tank Farm and Terminal Operations

Tank farms and terminals store and transfer crude oil, products and chemicals. Safe and efficient operation requires sound knowledge of tank design, product handling…

5 daysClassroom

14Upcoming dates

4Cities

£3,850Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend

Tank farms and terminals store and transfer crude oil, products and chemicals. Safe and efficient operation requires sound knowledge of tank design, product handling, measurement, inspection and emergency preparedness.

This LLMI course covers tank types and design, product receipt and dispatch, measurement and loss control, tank inspection and maintenance, fire protection, environmental controls, terminal safety and operational efficiency. Participants analyse real incidents and develop improvement actions.

The course is designed for terminal operators, supervisors and engineers.

Course Objectives

Describe tank types and terminal facilities

Manage product receipt, storage and dispatch

Apply measurement and loss control practices

Plan tank inspection and maintenance

Manage fire protection and emergency response

Improve terminal safety and efficiency

Target Audience

Terminal and depot operators

Tank farm supervisors

Maintenance and inspection engineers

HSE professionals

Product accounting staff

Logistics managers

Course Methodology

Technical presentations

Incident case studies

Measurement exercises

Inspection planning workshops

Group discussions

Course outline

1Day 1: Terminals and Tank Farms

Terminal functions
Tank types
Ancillary systems
Product types
Regulations
Exercise: Terminal layout review

2Day 2: Operations

Receipt and dispatch
Tank transfers
Blending
Marine and truck loading
Operating procedures
Workshop: Operations planning

3Day 3: Measurement and Loss Control

Tank gauging
Metering
Product accounting
Loss control
Reconciliation
Exercise: Loss calculation

4Day 4: Inspection and Maintenance

Tank inspection standards
Floating roofs and seals
Corrosion and repairs
Cleaning
Maintenance planning
Case study: Tank failure

5Day 5: Safety and Environment

Fire protection
Overfill prevention
Vapour control
Emergency response
Performance improvement
Capstone: Terminal improvement plan

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Tank Farm and Terminal Operations course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Tank Farm and Terminal Operations course?

The next public date is 16 - 20 Nov 2026 in Barcelona. There are 14 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Barcelona, Munich, Amsterdam, London.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £3,850 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

Tank Farm and Terminal Operations

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