Cargo operations

C argo operations are a general description for the following:

• Loading of cargo
• Discharging of cargo
• Lashing of cargo
• Connecting of reefer cables
• Checking damages to containers
• Checking of damage to the ship
• Checking mooring lines

During loading and/or discharging of containers, there are a few rules you must follow.

1. When on deck you must wear protective clothing. These are:
1. Safety helmet
2. Safety shoes
3. Gloves
4. Overall
5. Safety goggles (if necessary)
2. Never walk under the crane if a container is being loaded/discharged!
3. Never stand close to where the spreader is working!
4. Never walk on the coaming if a hold is open, you can fall in!
5. Never lean over the coaming, when the hatch is open!
6. Safety first, for everybody!

During the loading/discharging of cargo, you have to check the stowplan, to see if the shore loads/discharges the right container on or from the right position.

When lashing cargo, you must check that the lashing is done correctly. This means that you have to check if the twistlocks are closed correctly after loading. If discharging, the twistlocks have to be open. If not, damage can occur when the crane wants to lift the container.

When putting lashing bars, you must be sure that the bars are put in correctly and will not fall out.

When connecting reefer cables, it must be done well. Make sure the cable is plugged in fully and that the doors of the reefer plug connections is closed. This is to prevent water from entering and causing short circuit.

After connecting, you must check if the reefer is working. If there is a problem, you must report this to the OOW immediately!

During the loading of containers, you must watch for any damage to containers. It is important to report any damage; otherwise they will blame the ship for the damage.

During the loading/discharging you must also check that the shore is not making any damage to the ship. If they do, report to the OWW immediately!

You must also check the mooring lines during a deck watch. You have to do this because of the tide in the harbor, but also because of the stress on the lines due to the cargo operations.

Warning: Watch on deck does not mean that you just stand there and watch. You have responsibilities and you need to take the responsibility if something goes wrong!

SUPER WARNING: When having deck watch, you have deck watch! This means that you cannot make conversation by telephone with your family or friends. That you can do after your watch is finished!

Дата добавления: 2015-11-14