Unitising

Unitising and securing of cargo to bolster and/or trailer shall be per instructions from OPERATORS representative.
During transport from/to vessel minimum required lashing 50% of cargo weight however, port regulations must be followed.
When unitising cargo with painted surfaces, such as unpacked machinery / excavator arms and bulldozer ploughshare, etc., care must be exercised to avoid scratching the paint. Nylon bands should be used over painted surfaces whenever available; otherwise, cushioning of sufficient size and strength shall be used between chains and painted surfaces to prevent chafing.
Tying back the tension bars reduce the risk of damage to adjacent cargoes

Due regard should be paid to the rigidity of cases when securing.
Corner protectors of sufficient length shall be used on cases of weak construction.

Breakbulk (other than wooded boxes) that is stuffed on a cargo carrier must be placed on rubber mats or dunnage

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