Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2018L01173:body:0:p100
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2018L01173
Segment Type: other
Provision Reference: 
Character Range: 259541–262152

rope lashings at appropriate places will minimize 'kicking' of dry bulk hoses.
When the hose is connected and installation lines are set, the support vessel should be instructed to start pumping at a slow rate. If no leaks are observed, the support vessel should be instructed to increase pumping, up to the full delivery rate. Relevant installation personnel should stand by appropriate valves so as to act quickly in event of an emergency.
When pumping has finished, both the installation and the support vessel should set their lines to allow the hose to be drained back to the vessel's tank. If the installation has a vacuum breaker fitted to the line, this should be used to aid draining. Lines may also be blown through with air, if available, to ensure that they are properly cleared. In suitable conditions the crane should also be used to lift the hose to aid draining.

Fuel Handling Equipment

The condition of hoses and connections should be inspected before each use to identify any chafed or worn areas. 'Dry Break' type couplings should be used where possible. In cases where ball valves are used in the end of fuel hoses measures should be taken to prevent damage to the valve handle when the hose is landed on the support vessel deck.

Ensure that hoses passed to or from the vessel are empty and not under any pressure, and that the risk of spilling oil is eliminated or minimised.

Dry Bulk and Cement Equipment

Check the condition of hoses and connections. Worn sections of hoses should be replaced before use as a blow-out creates a severe dust hazard as well as a hazard from hoses whipping around under pressure.

Bleed off/ test cocks should be fitted near the hose connection point to enable crew to check that pressure is off the line prior to connecting/disconnecting. These cocks should be placed in the upper end of the pipe and regularly serviced to avoid blockage by product or rust.

Glycol and Methanol Systems

Glycol and methanol must only be carried in dedicated tanks and delivered through dedicated systems.

Methanol, when carried on deck, must only be carried in specialised portable tanks as a sole deck cargo. The tanks must be secured and adequate fire fighting equipment must be laid out ready for instant use. All tools and connections used must be made of approved material that will not provide a source of ignition.

Securing to the Installation

An adequate area for handling mooring lines should be left free of cargo at the stern of the vessel if the vessel is securing to the installation. If it is necessary to carry deck cargo in the area that the crew