2 Special requirements for tankers equipped for single point offshore mooring and bow loading arrangement
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2 Special requirements for tankers equipped for single point offshore mooring and bow loading arrangement

  2.1 The provisions of 1.1 to 1.13 above should apply.

  2.2 A fixed water-spraying system covering the area of chain stoppers and hose couplings should be provided.

  2.3 Air vent pipes to the forepeak tank should be located as far as practicable from gas dangerous areas.

  2.4 Where a forward bridge control position is arranged on the forecastle or fore deck, provisions should be made to the satisfaction of the Administration for emergency escape from the bridge control position in the event of fire.

  2.5 An emergency quick-release system should be provided for the cargo hose and mooring systems. The design, location and operation of such a system should be to the satisfaction of the Administration.

  2.6 The mooring system should be provided with a tension meter continuously indicating the tension in the mooring system during the bow loading operation. This recommendation may be waived if the tanker has in operation a dynamic positioning system to the satisfaction of the Administration.

  2.7 An operation manual describing emergency procedures such as activation of the emergency quick release system and precautions in case of high tension in the mooring system, should be provided on board.

Parent topic: Annex - Guidelines for Bow and Stern Loading and Unloading Arrangements on Oil Tankers
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