Cargo Handling Instructions
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Stevedore responsibilities

  1. Be well orientated with this Cargo Handling Instructions of the OPERATORS.
  2. Must ensure safe operation, e.g., by placing signal men in blind and/or narrow areas, cones or otherwise mark designated driveways, alert the crew when risk areas, like open ramps, are seen etc.
  3. Ensure enough supervision.
  4. Have full knowledge of the latest stowage plan.
  5. Be available on-board the vessel during the cargo operation.
  6. Have knowledge of cargo exceptions and any special requirements.
  7. Lashers, drivers, tallies must follow a good working standard. This means e.g. no speeding, not leaving objects on the cargo, no sitting, leaning or resting in or on the cargoes, not use cargo as shuttle buses or for internal transports.
  8. Ensure that damages and accidents are reported according to the shipping lines routines.
  9. Adhere to instructions from the OPERATORS representative, the stevedore foreman or vessel's Master.
  10. Focus on damage prevention and safety.
  11. Report any cargo deficiencies such as damages and missing parts etc. to the stevedore foreman immediately.
  12. Ensure all forklifts and other operational vehicles are properly fueled prior to Cargo operations
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