Handling instructions of packed liquid cargo
- Location
- Main deck and below (flush decks only - never resting on obstructions)
- Stacking limitations
- Maximum 2 high
- Dunnage is required between the layers
- Securing
- Each layer to be individually secured
- Web lashings (no chains) and corner protections to be used
- Each pallet of fluid containers to be strapped and/or shrink-wrapped
- Care and Attention
- Extra supervision required during forklift operations
- Slow and controlled handling
- Condition of pallets
- Pallets/drums/packaging to be free of defects/damage/dents
- Drums to be in an upright position