2.3 Terminals
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2.3 Terminals

  2.3.1 Terminal operators should ensure that they only accept ships that can safely berth alongside their installation, taking into consideration issues such as:

  • .1 water depth at the berth;

  • .2 maximum size of the ship;

  • .3 mooring arrangements;

  • .4 fendering;

  • .5 safe access; and

  • .6 obstructions to loading/unloading operations.

  2.3.2 Terminal equipment should be properly certificated and maintained in accordance with the relevant national regulations and/or standards and only operated by duly qualified and, if appropriate, certificated personnel.

  • 2.3.2.1 Where automatic weighing equipment is provided, this should be calibrated at regular intervals.

  2.3.3 Terminal personnel should be trained in all aspects of safe loading and unloading of bulk carriers, commensurate with their responsibilities.

  • 2.3.3.1 The training should be designed to provide familiarity with the general hazards of loading, unloading and carriage of bulk cargoes and the adverse effect improper cargo handling operations may have on the safety of the ship.

  2.3.4 Terminal operators should ensure that personnel involved in the loading and unloading operations are duly rested to avoid fatigue.

Parent topic: Section 2 - Suitability of Ships and Terminals
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