2 Cargo information
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2 Cargo information

 The master should be provided with at least the following information:

  • .1 the total number of unit loads and commodity to be loaded;

  • .2 the type of strapping or wrapping used;

  • .3 the dimensions of a unit load in metres;

  • .4 the gross mass of a unit load in kilograms; and

  • .5 relevant examination certificates for pre-slung slings around cargo units. The slings should be identified by specific means, e.g. colour coding, batch numbers or otherwise.


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