1 The port and other relevant authorities should
be notified, as required by the relevant legal requirements, in advance
of the impending arrival of cargo transport units (CTUs) and bulk
cargoes under fumigation.
2 The notification should at least contain the
following information:
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.1 Cargo or the material fumigated;
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.2 Fumigant;
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.3 Quantity and concentration of fumigant; and
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.4 Date of application of the fumigant.
3 Persons handling fumigated cargoes or other
fumigated materials should receive appropriate training relevant to
their duties. Such training should at least include the following
elements:
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.1 Information in relation to fumigants;
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.2 Recognition of characteristics of fumigated
containers, other CTUs or cargo spaces;
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.3 Procedures for emptying fumigated containers
and CTUs and for discharging fumigated bulk cargoes;
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.4 Use of personal protection equipment; and
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.5 Guidance on the evaluation of potential risk
during the handling of fumigated cargoes or materials.
4 Fumigation warning signs should be posted or
displayed on the fumigated CTUs and outside cargo spaces containing
fumigated cargoes or materials on board ships.
5 When a CTU or a cargo space has been sufficiently
ventilated, a clearance certificate should be issued, by a responsible
person, for the purpose of documenting that the CTU or the cargo space
is safe for entry.
6 Opening of CTUs and bulk cargoes under fumigation
should be done by a skilled person holding appropriate documentation
issued by the national or local regulatory authorities.
7 Port areas used for fumigation purposes should
be clearly identified and fenced. Fumigation warning signs should
be displayed as required by the relevant legal requirements.
8 Fumigation activities should be carried out
away from public or other work areas as required by the relevant legal
requirements.
9 A “fumigator-in-charge” should be
designated by the fumigation company, government agency or appropriate
authority.