- All paper rolls are to be turned and inspected for damage prior to placing in load the port of loadings warehouse. All damages present upon receipt at the terminal shall be recorded, and a summary of the damages is to be delivered to the OPERATORS office or local agent in writing, when receiving is completed.
- When receiving these products for storage, all rolls shall be placed on a dry and clean warehouse floor. A layer of heavy craft paper may be used when required.
- On-end stacking is safer and more advantageous to for the condition of the paper.
- Paper rolls on-end make the best use of storage capacity. When stored for a long period, the reel does not suffer the flattening which can occur on reels which are stacked on the roll.
- For truck driver safety, and to avoid excessive pressure on the lower rolls, not more than four full size rolls should not be stacked on top of the other.
- The stacks should be straight, i.e., the edges should not overlap.
- Damaged paper rolls received from the vessel at the discharge port should be kept separate and later inspected. Vessel Master should be informed regarding the status of the damaged rolls.
- The shed doors should be kept closed whenever possible.