Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2018L01173:body:0:p118
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is not to be permitted on the vehicle deck. "No smoking" signs should be permanently affixed within the space and at all entrances.
If the presence of flammable vapour is suspected or detected, all electrical circuits and items of equipment that are not intrinsically safe, or certified flame-proof, should be isolated from a position outside the space. Employees and passengers should not be allowed into the space until the vapour has been effectively dispersed.
All vehicle decks, ships' ramps and lifting appliances should be kept free of water, grease, oil, or any liquid which might cause a person to slip or fall.
Drums, canisters, fuel, gas and acetylene cylinders should not be stowed on the vehicle deck.
Retractable car decks and lifting appliances should be securely locked in the stowed position. Doors and ramps, when open, should be locked in position.
No vehicle movements should occur until the ferry has been made fast to the dock.
Vehicle decks should have adequate ventilation at all times, with special regard to hazardous substances.
Particular attention should be paid to vehicles, unit load and trucks carrying dangerous goods. The goods carried and full safety information should be specified on the relevant transit document of the vehicle. Ensure the proper separation from other vehicles, or from other substances carried in other vehicles, is maintained.

22.3 Bunker barges and oil tankers
Bunker barges and other ships carrying fuel or petroleum products in bulk are at risk from fire or explosion due to vapour igniting from the cargo.
Uncontrolled spills are a major risk associated with bunkering operations. Before commencing bunkering operations, ensure that:
       The scuppers/wash ports are firmly plugged/sealed
       Bunker connections not in use are well blanked
       The bunker connection has been provided with a good seal
       There is a well-tightened bolt in every bolthole at the bunker pipe connection flange
       Drip trays are in position on decks around connections and bunker tank vents.
       The bunker hoses are in good condition, well supported and are of sufficient length to allow for movement of the vessel.
       There is effective communication established and maintained between responsible officers, so as to enable immediate shutdown if required
       The filling sequence, pumping rate and emergency shut down procedure is agreed
       Any cargo handling in progress will not hinder bunker transfer operations.
Once bunkering has commenced:
       No smoking, naked flame or hot work is permitted within 25 metres of any bunker flange and or vent pipes associated with the bunker transfer operation.
       All cargo and bunker tank hatch lids are closed.
       A constant visual watch is maintained on board the barge and on the ship receiving bunkers.
       Bunker