The following documents to be handled to Master before vessel's departure.
- Stowage plan
- A pre-plan must be available before cargo operation starts and a final plan must be presented to the vessels before departure. Here is the link to the Publishing of Stowage Documents.
- Cargo manifest
- As required by PODs, authorities and e.g. canal authorities.
- IMDG Documents
- As defined in the IMDG Code. See Dangerous Goods in Cargo Handling Instructions.
- Exception list
- Special information which needs to make a note (e.g. Locked unit, key to C/Officer, tow unit, special comments, etc.) should always be stated in the exception list.
- other documents to be cared by Master