Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2018L01173:body:0:p98
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2018L01173
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Character Range: 253747–256656

number of lifts in each block and other relevant details.

All cargo should be accompanied by a cargo manifest identifying the goods loaded onto the vessel with details of the contents, destination, general dimensions and weight. Operators should provide equipment at the shore base to verify weight during loading operations.

The person in command should be provided with details of any unusual items of cargo requiring special securing arrangements, or heavy lifts, before loading.

All deck cargo must be correctly stowed and adequately secured for the intended voyage.

Congestion on the cargo decks of both offshore vessels and installations can create hazardous situations. A vessel should plan to arrive at an offshore facility with approximately 10% of its useable deck clear and ready to receive initial back-load. This allows sufficient space to be cleared on the facility's deck before any cargo is taken up from the vessel.

The person in command has the authority to decide the sequence of cargo discharge to, and back-loading from, the installation.

The person in command should be informed of expected delays to operations so that the vessel's work programme may be synchronized with that of the installation. Excessive standby/waiting time alongside the installation should be avoided.

Bulk cargo transfer operations

Undertaking bulk cargo operations should include the following general precautions:

       The pressure ratings of all components of the transfer system should be checked to ensure that they are suitable for the proposed operation. The pressure at which bulk cargo is delivered must not exceed the safe pressure of the receiving system.

       Agreement is needed between all relevant parties, including vessel, base, facility or tanker regarding the pressure rating to avoid overpressure.

       Communication arrangements should be agreed and tested before commencing the operation and at frequent intervals as it proceeds.

       Relevant personnel must be readily available and nearby throughout transfer operations.

       Remote stop controls must be provided for all bulk cargo discharges, i.e. dry bulk and liquid bulk, to enable the immediate shutdown of operations in the event of a problem.
       In bad weather and under certain conditions of trim, considerable amounts of water may flow over the after deck when a vessel is approaching a rig stern-on under power. Open stern vessels pose an increased risk of flooding. Crew members should be aware of this possibility and seek positions of safety.
       Do not close valves against a cargo pump.

       Do not use compressed air to clear hoses used for the transfer of any hydrocarbon based products since an increased risk of explosion will result.

       Do not use potable water hoses for transferring other bulk liquids, including ordinary fresh water. The transfer of potable water and