Retained sample storage
The retained sample should be kept in a safe storage location, outside the ship’s accommodation, where personnel would not be exposed to vapours released from the sample. Care should be exercised when entering a location.
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The retained sample should be stored in a sheltered location where it will not be subject to elevated temperatures, preferably at a cool/ambient temperature, and where it will not be exposed to direct sunlight.
Pursuant to regulation 18(6) of Annex VI of MARPOL 73/78, the retained sample should be retained under the ship’s control until the fuel oil is substantially consumed, but in any case for a period of not less than 12 months from the time of delivery.
The Chief Engineer shall maintain and keep track of the retained “Bunkering and Fuel Sample Log”.
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Fuel Quality Testing Programme
The Chief engineer tanker vacancies and all engineers must read and thoroughly familiarize with the Fuel Test Programme File, which is supplied onboard by the fuel test service provider.
Samples drawn off during bunkering in the presence of the supplier’s representative should be sent off by courier without delay. Samples are to be taken from the sampler flange which is designed by the fuel test service provider. Vessels who do not have such a flange are to inform the Superintendent for immediate action.
Pollution Prevention
Every precaution to prevent spillage must be taken and the C/E must be in attendance throughout bunkering operations and during any transfer of bunkers. Pollution prevention measures must be taken.
Should weather conditions develop or be likely to develop into an electrical storm bunkering operations should be stopped, tank openings and valves should be closed. It should be noted that this instruction applies to all vessels.
Oil spill equipment must be deployed before operations commence.
The Company requires that all manifold and air pipe containment should be plugged and clearly marked with the capacity of the save-all in US barrels. The above procedure is also to be followed when transferring sludge ashore.
Microbiological Degradation
Care must be taken to prevent occurrence for fuels and LO’s, particularly those that are likely to remain unconsumed for a prolonged period. Seawater is the primary source of the microbes, therefore it is essential to check that bulk storage tanks are clean and dry. And draining of water is to be done regularly.
