2.1 General
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2.1 General

  2.1.1 All ships nominated for loading should hold the appropriate valid statutory certification including, if required, the document of compliance footnote for ships carrying solid dangerous goods in bulk. It is recommended that the period of validity of the ship's certificates be sufficient to remain valid during loading, voyage and unloading times, plus a reserve to allow for delays in berthing, inclement weather or both.

  2.1.2 The ship owner, manager or operator when offering a ship for a particular cargo or service should ensure that the ship:

  • .1 is maintained in a sound, seaworthy condition;

  • .2 has on board a competent crew;

  • .3 has on board at least one officer proficient in the languages used at both the loading and unloading ports, or has an officer available who is proficient in the English language; and

  • .4 is free of defects that may prejudice the ship's safe navigation, loading or unloading.

  2.1.3 It is essential that a ship selected to transport a solid bulk cargo be suitable for its intended purpose taking into account the terminals at which it will load or unload.

  2.1.4 The charterer and shipper when accepting a ship for a particular cargo or service should ensure that the ship:

  • .1 is suitable for access to the planned loading or unloading facilities; and

  • .2 does not have cargo handling equipment which would inhibit the safety of the loading and unloading operations.

Parent topic: Section 2 - Suitability of Ships and Terminals
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