LOADING STRESSE
It is essential that a vessel is loaded in such a way that hull girder allowable stresses are not exceeded during the loading process. In this regard the Chief Officer and Master as per good Seacareer of the vessel should make use of the information provided by the classification society with regard to the maximum permissible still water bending moment and shear force values and permissible inner bottom loadings for in port conditions.
CARGO HOLDS
These spaces can be considered to be the most important as they have t which is the sole reason for the ship’s existence.
hold the cargo
If the holds are not clean or well-maintained they may be rejected for loading with consequential financial penalties to the Owner’s account.
It is essential that cargo holds be maintained to a high standard at all times. This has to be an ongoing process whereby any developing rust/scale is removed as soon as possible and the surface suitably coated with the correct type of paint. Maintenance delays will inevitably result in further deterioration and possible extra-long term maintenance costs.
Particular attention is to be given to the following:
(a) Double bottom manholes, vent pipes and sounding pipes must be checked for leakage.
(b) All appropriate fittings to be in place and cargo tight as necessary.
(c) Fire detecting and smothering lines, where fitted to be inspected for damages.
(d) Hold bilge wells must be cleaned if necessary. The bilge pump must be put on to each hold in turn to ensure the lines are clear and in working order.
(e) All wires, shackles, blocks and any other ship’s gear used during cargo work must be examined at the start of and during work.
AIMS
The safe stowage, carriage and delivery of cargo is the principal interest of the Owners and/or Charterers and indeed the very essence of the livelihood of the company’s staff whether ashore or afloat. It must be the ship Masters constant aim to achieve the following objectives:
(a) The most economic use of the cargo spaces and lifting capability of his ship on which her earning capacity depends.
(b) The protection of the crew and ship from danger or injury arising from the manner in which the cargo is stowed.
(c) The protection of the cargo from damage, loss or deterioration and ensuring sound delivery of same.
(d) Achieving the best possible dispatch from every loading, discharging or bunkering port by good planning and close liaison with his agents.
