Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2024C00337:body:0:p36
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2024C00337
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Character Range: 83739–86440

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 (ii) the number and spacing of vehicles, and maximum loadings, for which the ramp is designed; and
 (iii) details of vehicle weights, axle loadings, disposition of loads, tyre print dimensions and number and spacing of wheels; and
(c) details of material handling equipment, including their ability to negotiate ramps.
      (2) A ramp must not be used when tidal or list or trim conditions exceed those stated for subparagraph (1)(b)(i).
      (3) A ramp between vessel and shore, used in roll-on/roll-off loading or unloading, must:
(a) have a surface that is:
 (i) suitable for use by wheeled vehicles; and
 (ii) of non-slip material or construction; and
 (iii) free of slippery substances; and
(b) have barriers to prevent a vehicle falling or being driven off the edge; and
(c) connect with shore in a way that is safe considering movement of the tide and vessel; and
(d) for a ramp that gives pedestrian access —have a gradient of less than 1 in 10; and
(e) for a ramp that has more than 1 lane of traffic — have the direction of traffic flow indicated in each lane.
Note   For guidance on roll-on/roll-off operations — see section 7.2.9 of the ILO Code.
      (4) For subsection (3), the gradient of the ramp may be more than 1 in 10 only if:
(a) the ramp is used only for loading or unloading motor vehicles; or
(b) operating instructions for mechanical stowing appliances used on the ramp allow for the steeper slope.
      (5) A stanchion, pillar or any other part of the vessel's structure that could be an obstruction must be clearly marked in contrasting colours.

4 Cargo lifts and mechanical hoists
       A cargo lift or mechanical hoist used for loading or unloading must have audible and visible warning signals that:
       (a)   commence before the lift or hoist begins motion; and
       (b)   continue during motion.

5 Shipborne barges
       A shipborne barge may be loaded on or unloaded from a vessel only if it:
(a) is constructed in accordance with the requirements of a recognised organisation; and
(b) is marked with its allowable stacking weight, tare weight and maximum permissible gross weight; and
(c) has been examined in accordance with the inspection procedures of the recognised organisation.

6 Securing of shackles
       Shackles or other devices used with a crane or derrick gear must be secured if they are situated aloft and are not readily accessible.

7 Use of wrought iron
       Material handling equipment used in loading or unloading, either directly or indirectly, must not be made of wrought iron.

8 Use of grabs
       A grab intended for use in loading or unloading bulk cargoes and that is to be attached to a vessel's crane or derrick must