The SRP should include a description of any specific preparatory
work that should be carried out. The SRP should clarify whether and
to what extent any preparatory work – such as pre-treatment,
identification of potential hazards and removal of stores –
will take place at a location other than the Ship Recycling Facility
identified in the SRP. The extent to which such preparatory work will
be covered in the SRP will depend upon the capability of the authorized
Ship Recycling Facility and the scope of the agreement with the shipowner.
In the case of a tanker, the ship should arrive at the Ship Recycling
Facility with cargo tanks and pump room(s) in a condition that is
ready for certification as Safe-for-entry, or Safe-for-hot work, or
both.
The Ship Recycling Facility should plan appropriately for
the ship's arrival. The SRP should include the location where the
ship will be placed during recycling operations and a concise plan
for the arrival and safe placement of the specific ship to be recycled.