The Master shall arrange cargo checks after departure and during voyage. Records of checks to be in the deck logbook:
- As soon as possible after leaving each loading port.
- First three days: a daily check of all cargo loaded (lashing/securing, leakage, damages
- Thereafter, checks should be conducted every third day at a minimum.
- In rough weather, checks should be conducted every day or more frequently as required by the weather and/or cargo, however, ensure crew safety entering the cargo holds and throughout the inspection (i.e., additional personnel / reporting requirements etc.).
- During fire rounds special attention to be given to 2nd hand units.
"It is of outmost importance that extra focus is put on athwartships stowed units during all cargo checks."