1 Cargo information
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1 Cargo information

 The master should be provided with sufficient information on any heavy cargo offered for shipment so that he can properly plan its stowage and securing; the information should at least include the following:

  • .1 gross mass;

  • .2 principal dimensions with drawings or pictorial descriptions, if possible;

  • .3 location of the centre of gravity;

  • .4 bedding areas and particular bedding precautions if applicable;

  • .5 lifting points or slinging positions; and

  • .6 securing points, where provided, including details of their strength.

Parent topic: Annex 5 - Safe Stowage and Securing of Heavy Cargo Items such as Locomotives, Transformers, etc.
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