The Kirby Training Center currently offers the following programs:

Basic Deckhand Program
Basic entry level program for "green" new hires. The program is 12 days -120 hours in duration and incorporates both formal classroom and hands-on training techniques. Room and board are provided at the Training Center. Classroom training is augmented with hands-on training aboard KTC's training vessels. Training schedule includes a six hours on - six hours off regiment designed to acclimate trainees to the work schedule aboard a towing vessel. Trainees learn basic seamanship; safety; towing vessel nomenclature; barge nomenclature; housekeeping; watchstanding duties & responsibilities; and towing theory.

Tankerman PIC (Barge) DL
U.S. Coast Guard approved course of instruction. Trainees who successfully complete the course will be issued a Merchant Mariner's Document endorsed as Tankerman PIC (Barge) Dangerous Liquid. The program is 12 days (96 hours) in duration and incorporates both formal classroom and hands-on training techniques. Trainees learn loading and discharging procedures aboard the Kirby 101, Tank Barge Simulator. The curriculum includes rules and regulations; pollution prevention; emergency procedures; cargo characteristic and classification; hazardous materials & dangerous liquid; transfer system components; vapor recovery operations; first aid & CPR and more. Trainees must pass both a written examination and demonstrate proficiency on the Kirby 101 Tankbarge Simulator.

Tankerman PIC (Barge) LG
U.S. Coast Guard approved course of instruction. Trainees who successfully complete the course will be issued a Merchant Mariner's Document endorsed as Tankerman PIC (Barge) Liquefied Gas. The program is five days (40 hours) in duration and incorporates both formal classroom and hands-on training techniques. The curriculum includes rules and regulations; pollution prevention; emergency procedures; cargo characteristic; transfer system components; vapor recovery operations; first aid & CPR and more. Trainees must pass a comprehensive written examination at course completion.

Advanced Tankerman
A Kirby Corporation career development program required for all Level II Tankermen seeking to become Level III Tankermen. The program is three days (24 hours) in duration and incorporates both formal classroom and hands-on training. Trainees renew Hazwoper certification; review proper operational procedures; review emergency response procedures; troubleshoot transfer system problems; and review lessons learned from recent spills and/or emergency response situations.

Anhydrous Ammonia Tankerman
A Kirby career development program, required for all Ammonia Tankermen. The program is three days (24 hours) in duration and incorporates both formal classroom and hands-on training. Trainees learn refrigeration theory; anhydrous ammonia safety; transfer procedures; transfer system components; troubleshooting transfer system problems; and first aid & CPR.

Vapor Recovery Program
U.S. Coast Guard approved training. Both initial and refresher training is required for all Kirby Tankermen. The program is six hours in duration and satisfies the training requirements of 46 CFR Part 39 and 46 CFR Part 197. Trainees learn purpose of vapor control systems; principles of vapor control; system components; hazards associated with vapor control systems; rules & regulations; U.S. Coast Guard Benzene Standard and operational procedures.

Operator, Uninspected Towing Vessel
A Kirby career development program. A program for wheelhouse trainees, which helps prepare the licensing candidate for the U.S. Coast Guard examination for Operator or Second Class Operator of Uninspected Towing Vessels upon inland waters. The program consists of 14 days of intensive classroom instruction utilizing both traditional instructional methodology and computer-based training. Trainees learn chart navigation and piloting; rules of the road; aids to navigation; weather theory; rules and regulations; the use of charts and publications; navigation safety and more.

Radar Observer
U.S. Coast Guard approved course of instruction. Trainees who successfully complete this program will meet the U.S. Coast Guard licensing requirements for Radar Observer Certification. The program is four days of intensive instruction and centers on the use, capabilities and limitations of radar equipment fitted aboard inland towing vessels. The program employs a state-of-the-art radar simulator.

Radar Observer - Renewal
US Coast Guard approved course of instruction. Trainees who successfully complete this program will meet the U.S. Coast Guard licensing requirements for radar refresher training. Program length is dependent on the type of certification sought. Radar Observer- River, is approximately four hours in duration; Radar Observe-Inland, is six hours in duration; and, Radar Observer-Unlimited, requires eight hours of instruction. Radar refresher training is required every five years.

Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response
A OSHA course of instruction for personnel who respond to hazardous material incidents. This program meets the training requirements as required by 29 CFR, 11910.120. Course length varies with the type of certification sought. Trainees are certified at one of the following levels

• Level I - First Responder Awareness Level - 4 hours
• Level II - First Responder Operations Level - 1 day (8 hours)
• Level III - Hazardous Material Technician - 3 days (24 hours)
• Level IV - Hazardous Material Specialist - 3 days (24 hours)
• Level V - Incident Commander - 3 days (24 hours)
• Trainee must hold next lower level of certification as a prerequisite to attending any of the programs listed above.

Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response - Renewal
Refresher training for personnel who respond to hazardous material incidents and who have been previously certified under the OSHA Hazwoper Standard. This program meets the refresher training requirements as required by 29 CFR, 11910.120. Upon successful completion of this program, personnel with a valid HAZWOPER certification will have met the standards for recertification at his/her current Hazwoper level.

Benzene Safety
U.S. Coast Guard approved training. Both initial and refresher training is required for all Kirby personnel who work where benzene is present. The program is four hours in duration and satisfies the training requirements of 46 CFR Part 197. Trainees learn to identify benzene operations; methods and observations used to detect benzene; the physical and health hazards associated with benzene exposure; protective measures; selection and use of PPE; meaning and purpose of regulated areas; medical surveillance requirements; and contents of U.S. Coast Guard Benzene Standard.

American Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR
This program utilizes the American Red Cross curriculum and leads to a certification in First Aid and adult CPR. The program is 6 1/2 hours in duration and employs both formal classroom and hands-on instruction. Trainees must pass a written examination and demonstrate proficiency using CPR mannequins. Trainees who successfully complete this course receive certifications in First Aid and CPR.

American Red Cross Standard First Aid - Renewal
This program utilizes the American Red Cross curriculum and leads to a re-certification in First Aid and adult CPR. Personnel must hold a valid American Red Cross First Aid and/or CPR certification. The program is 4 hours in duration. Trainees must pass a written examination and demonstrate proficiency using CPR mannequins. Trainees who successfully complete this course are re-certified in First Aid and CPR.

Safety Programs
The Kirby Training Center also offers safety training either as stand-alone programs or as part of the curriculum of some of the programs previously outlined. This training will vary in length with the topic and includes:

- OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen
- U.S. Coast Guard, Confined Space Entry
- Acrylonitrile Safety
- Hydrogen Sulfide Safety
- Back Safety and Injury Prevention
- Eye Safety
- Hearing Conservation
- Hand Tool Safety
- Heat Stress
- Hypothermia
- Slips, Trips and Falls
- Hazardous Communication Standard (HAZCOM)

Fire Fighting (Barge)
A U.S. Coast Guard Approved training course encompassing two days, 16 hours of intensive training. Trainees learn fire theory, fire prevention, fire classification, extinguishing agents, extinguishing techniques, and more. Trainees must demonstrate the ability to extinguish class A, B, & C fires utilizing hand portable extinguishers and hose streams.

Other Classes Offered

Steersman Program
A U.S. Coast Guard Approved Training Program leading to licensing as an Operator of Uninspected Towing Vessel Upon Inland Waters. Kirby Tankermen who have achieved at least 18 months of continuous service with the Company as tankerman, upon a written recommendation from the Captain of the vessel, will be eligible for the program. The program is accomplished in two phases and incorporates both hands-on and formal classroom training. Steersman trainees are required to demonstrate and document piloting skills and knowledge through a series of written examinations and check rides conducted by designated examiners. Upon completion of the program Steersman trainees are examined by the U.S. Coast Guard.

Advanced Wheelhouse Management
A 2 1/2 day program developed to strengthen the watch standing skills of Masters, Mates and Pilots. The course presents information regarding pilothouse procedures and professional responsibilities in a manner that will positively influence the mariner's attitudes and self-commitment towards vessel management and navigation safety. The program makes extensive use of The Seamen's Church Institute´s, full mission simulator located in Houston. The curriculum includes factors that contribute to competent error; situational awareness, error chains; planning, decision-making and communication skills; review of federal navigation regulations and the rules of the road; and radar renewal.

Specialty Courses
The Kirby Training Center has, on numerous occasions, been asked to design, develop, and conduct "specialized" training programs. Requests for such programs have come from within Kirby Corporation, Kirby customers, industry trade associations, and various government agencies. KTC has provided this service for the following organizations:

Kirby Sales Department
Dixie Offshore
Kirby Inland Marine - River
Sabine Tankers
Dixie Linehaul Division
Sabine Harbor

The American Waterways Operators (AWO)
The U.S. Coast Guard
Shell Oil Company
Chevron Chemical Company
Methanex Methanol Company