TANKAGE
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TANKAGE

Description

The dried sweeping of animal matter from slaughterhouse floors. Very dusty.

Characteristics

Physical properties
Size Angle of repose Bulk density (kg/m3) Stowage factor (m3/t)
Not applicable Not applicable - -
Hazard classification
Class Subsidiary hazard(s) MHB Group
Not applicable Not applicable SH and/or OH B

Hazard

Subject to spontaneous heating and possible ignition. Possibly infectious.

Stowage and segregation

Segregation as required for class 4.2 materials.

"Separated by a complete compartment or hold from" foodstuffs.

Hold cleanliness

Clean and dry as relevant to the hazards of the cargo.

Weather precautions

No special requirements.

Loading

Trim in accordance with the relevant provisions required under sections 4 and 5 of this Code.

Precautions

Bilge wells shall be clean, dry and covered as appropriate, to prevent ingress of the cargo. Do not load if the temperature is above 38°C.

Appropriate precautions shall be taken to protect machinery and accommodation spaces from the dust of the cargo. Bilge wells of the cargo spaces shall be protected from ingress of the cargo. Due consideration shall be given to protect equipment from the dust of the cargo. Persons who may be exposed to the dust of the cargo shall wear goggles or other equivalent dust eye-protection and dust filter masks. Those persons shall wear protective clothing, as necessary.

Ventilation

No special requirements.

Carriage

The temperature of this cargo shall be measured daily during the voyage. The results of measurements shall be recorded to check possible self-heating.

Discharge

No special requirements.

Clean-up

No special requirements.

Emergency procedures

Special emergency equipment to be carried
Self-contained breathing apparatus.
Emergency procedures
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Emergency action in the event of fire
Batten down; use ship's fixed fire-fighting installation, if fitted.

Use full protective clothing in case of fire situation.

Medical first aid
Refer to the Medical First Aid Guide (MFAG), as amended.
Parent topic: Appendix 1 – Individual Schedules of Solid Bulk Cargoes
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