CARGO LOSS PREVENTION ON BOARD BULK CARRIERS

Code No: 598

Video Running Time: 19 minutes

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This package will help both managers ashore and ships' crews to understand their part in cutting cargo claims. Causes of cargo loss and damage are examined, and operational procedures to prevent losses arising are explained. Understanding the needs of the particular cargo, hold cleanliness, hatch watertightness, quantity checking, vigilance during loading and correct ventilation and monitoring during the voyage are the key points covered in the video.

At the load port, recommendations include checking the condition of the cargo prior to loading, taking draught surveys, and carefully agreeing a loading plan with the shippers and terminal.

During the voyage, the lashing and stowage of the cargo should be checked, bilges sounded regularly and ventilation maintained in accordance with charterers' instructions and the needs of the particular cargo.

At the discharge port, an arrival draft survey is important. Hatches should not be opened until the bill of lading has been produced and all other conditions have been agreed.

The video is supported by a booklet which contains checklists and further reference material.