Machine translation from English source
See also the section "Port Watch"
There must be at least one assistant on deck while handling cargo. The officer of the watch, when taking a watch on deck, must familiarize himself with the agreed cargo plan drawn up by the chief officer and ensure that it is complied with. If in any doubt he should contact the agent or local manager, his deputy or the stevedores' representative.
The officer of the watch has the special responsibility of ensuring that he maintains an effective watch, keeping an eye on the cargo under the direction of the chief officer. To do this, he must remain on deck, unless his presence is urgently required elsewhere, during the entire period of his watch while the cargo is being handled. An applicant for a senior mate position should be aware that there should be no documents on the bridge other than those related to cargo operations.
Loading or unloading refrigerated cargo/refrigerated containers.
Provision should be made for the opening and closing of hatches and the officer of the watch should ensure that the crew is ready for the operation so as to minimize any delays in cargo operations. It is essential that a thorough visual check is made for any obstructions between the hatch cover and the coaming before operating the hydraulic or chain hatch cover closing mechanisms.
to make sure it doesn't
Ensuring the safety of both containerized, bulk stacked and palletized cargo.
Loading, unloading and stowing high-value cargo.
Use of ship cranes, rigs, forklifts, container slings and frames. Any defect must be reported and the gear taken out of service immediately.
Rigging of hatch protection lines where necessary.
During cargo operations, unauthorized personnel should not be on the main deck or in the hatches. Personnel should be encouraged to use the offshore side of the main deck.
If any defect is discovered, use of the equipment concerned must be stopped immediately and the Chief Officer must be notified immediately.
Ensuring efficient and safe handling of cargo in such a way that:
No damage is caused to the cargo, the vessel or its equipment (vacancies for chief mate).
The fastest loading/unloading is achieved.
Maintaining careful records of loaded cargo and its stowage.
Carrying out frequent draft checks and calculations of the loaded cargo that must be
compared to the coastal pattern. Any significant differences must be brought to the attention of the Chief Officer immediately. Coastal figures must be handled with care. These checks are especially important as the ship approaches completion of loading. Under no circumstances should the vessel be loaded beyond its markings or agreed draft.
STRESS MANAGEMENT (senior assistant vacancies)
It is very important that the ship is loaded in such a way that the permissible stresses of the hull beam are not exceeded during loading. In this regard, the chief officer and master of the ship should use the information provided by the classification society regarding the maximum permissible values of still water bending moment and shear force, as well as permissible internal bottom loads for port conditions.
