Dangerous Goods in Packages
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* (Emergency Schedule) EmS schedule - Group title with the emergency schedule number separated by class and supplies the following information * Special equipment required to be carried * Emergency procedures to follow * Emergency action to take for - Spills, Fire under or on deck, Smoke * First aid (see MFAG).
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* Damaged and leaking packages should not be accepted until they - Have been checked - Repaired - Declared to be in satisfactory condition for carriage.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* Dangerous Goods Declaration - No dangerous goods should be loaded unless the shipper has provided a dangerous goods declaration * To not do so is against regulations.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* Dangerous Goods and Passenger Ships * No dangerous goods should be allowed on ships with more than 25 passengers.
Dangerous Cargo Manifest
* Each carrier who transports dangerous materials shall Retain a copy of the Dangerous Cargo Manifest, list or stowage plan onboard for 1 year.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* EmS and MFAG (Continued) - EmS and MFAG divides procedures the same way IMDG code volume 1 does, by Class - Used to obtain medical assistance for a crewmember exposed to hazardous material from a container.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* EmS and MFAG Number - Reference to the relevant * Emergency Schedule (EmS) and entry in the * Medical First Aid Guide (MFAG) for Use in Accidents Involving Dangerous Goods are found in the IMDG Code Supplement.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* Emergency Response Guidebook - Many American ships use the Emergency Response Guidebook during cargo operations.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* Explosives and Passenger Ships - No explosives can be transported on a ship carrying more than 12 passengers except * Safety explosives * Any explosive whose net weight is 10 kg or less * Distress signals up to a total of 1000 kg * Fireworks * Dangerous Goods * No dangerous goods should be allowed on ships with more than 25 passengers.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* Handling Precautions - Avoid lifting goods over dangerous goods stowed on deck if possible.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* Handling Precautions - Must always have access to handling areas for dangerous goods.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* Handling Precautions - Packages should be stowed in areas ensuring safety from damage or heating.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* Handling Precautions - Reject damaged packaging - Often found by dock worker BEFORE loading.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* Handling Precautions - Reject damaged packaging.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* Handling Precautions (Continued) - Entry into an enclosed space must be supervised by the responsible person after testing the atmosphere for oxygen content and toxic gas.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* MFAG - MFAG is the medical first aid guide found in the supplement - Look up the EmS and MFAG numbers of the dangerous goods in the alphabetical list of goods - The index will refer you to the proper MFAG table to use to administer first aid.
Dangerous Cargo Manifest
* Manifest is required to be supplied to the vessel Prior to sailing * The dangerous material information on the dangerous cargo manifest must be the same as the information furnished by the shipper.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* Marine Pollutant * If stowage is permitted "On deck or Under Deck", preferably be stowed under deck, * except when the weather deck provides equivalent protection * If "On deck only" is required use sheltered areas of exposed decks.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* Marine Pollutant * Substances which, because of their potential to bioaccumulate in seafood, or * They're high toxicity to aquatic life * Are subject to MARPOL * Listed a P or PP in Index.
Marking and Labeling Packages
* Marks must survive 3 months immersion in the sea.
Dangerous Goods Placards
* Mixed Loads - DANGEROUS Placard: * 1001 lbs gross weight of two or more categories of hazardous materials listed in Table 2. * Non-bulk packaging with two or more categories that require different placards specified in Table 2 may be placarded with the Dangerous placard. * When 2,205 lbs or more of one category of material is loaded at one loading facility - apply the placard specified in Table 2.
Cargo Segregation
* No Tank containers can be loaded above Reefer containers.
Dangerous Cargo Manifest
* Notify the USCG if any hazardous material is lost overboard.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* Obeying the Regulations - Regulations from Chapter VII (SOLAS) and the IMDG Code supply the mariner with the guidelines to safely carry dangerous goods in package form - Code ensures safety mainly by stipulating the packaging required and segregation from other cargoes which there could be an adverse reaction.
Port authority
* Of their condition * The condition of their containers * The condition of their mode of conveyance.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* SOLAS Chapter VII - Chapter VII deals with the carriage of dangerous goods in packaged form or in bulk. - The Chapter applies to cargo Not in ship's stores. - This Lecture contains the International Regulations for the Carriage of Dangerous goods: * IMDG Code * BC Code * 46 CFR 150 and * Chemical Data Guides.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* SOLAS Chapter VII (continued) - In Part A you will find * Classification of Dangerous Goods * Packaging * Marking and Labeling requirements * Required documents * Stowage requirements * Explosives on passenger ships * Reporting of incidences. - Part B contains the construction and equipment of ships carrying dangerous liquid chemicals in bulk * Application and requirements to chemical tankers - Part C construction and equipment of ships carrying liquefied gases in bulk * Application and requirements to Gas carriers.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* Shipper must supply written information - Number and type of packages - Gross weight of the consignment - Net weight of the explosive content of Class 1 goods - Flash point if 61° C or below - Goods packed in a container a Packing Certificate for the container must be supplied.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* Shipper must supply written information.
Dangerous Cargo Manifest
* Spaces containing dangerous materials must be inspected every 24 hours after loading. * The spaces must be inspected immediately before entering U.S. waters. * These inspections must be entered in the deck log.
Safety Marks
* Special Placards - If the quantities of individual classes do not exceed the small quantity limit, but - the total quantity of dangerous goods exceeds 454 kg, - the a "DANGER" placard must be displayed on the vehicle.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* Stowage Considerations - Firefighting and fire prevention is part of the stowage plan when determining the plan and considering the cargo characteristics - This information is found in the IMDG Code and the Chemical Data Guide.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* Stowage Considerations - Reference must be made to the compatibility of the cargoes to be stowed on Ro/Ro and Container ships. - This information is found in the IMDG Code and the Chemical Data Guide.
Dangerous Cargo Manifest
* The Master of a vessel transporting dangerous materials or his representatives shall prepare - A Dangerous Cargo Manifest - List or - Stowage plan.
Dangerous Cargo Manifest
* The dangerous cargo manifest must be kept in a designated holder on or near the bridge.
Dangerous Cargo Manifest
* The dangerous cargo manifest must contain the following: - Name and official number of the vessel - Nationality of the vessel - Port of Discharge - Container number.
Dangerous Cargo Manifest
* The dangerous cargo manifest must contain the following: - Number and description of packages - IMO & UN classification of materials - Shipping names of each hazardous item - Shore contact regarding the product.
Dangerous Cargo Manifest
* The dangerous cargo manifest must contain the following: - Stowage location of the hazardous materials onboard the vessel.
Dangerous Cargo Manifest
* The handling and stowage of dangerous goods must be supervised by a ship's officer * Notify the USCG if any hazardous material is lost overboard.
Dangerous Cargo Manifest
* The master or a licensed deck officer designated by the master and attached to the vessel shall acknowledge the correctness of the dangerous cargo manifest, list or stowage plan by his Signature.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* The port authority should be informed of the intention to carry out repair work when dangerous substances are onboard.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* The responsible person - The responsible person shall be designated to supervise the handling of dangerous goods.
The responsible person
* The responsible person Shall (Continued) - Ensure no intoxicated person is allowed on the deck unescorted.
The responsible person
* The responsible person Shall (Continued) - Firefighting appliances are ready for immediate use.
The responsible person
* The responsible person Shall (Continued) - Shall reports all incidents and safety precautions taken as a result of such incident to the port authority.
The responsible person
* The responsible person Shall (Continued) - The emergency procedures outlined in the EmS code for the dangerous substance is complied with.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* The stowage of distress signals and fireworks must be supervised.
Safety Marks
* Types - Labels: used for packages, cylinders, small containers - Placards: used for large containers, trucks, other transport units - Signs: special placards such as "Danger" - Other Marks: additional information (e.g., shipping name, PIN, container orientation, etc. on smaller containers).
Dangerous Cargo Manifest
* Used to identify material leaking from a container * In case of a fire or emergency situation, all hazardous material in the vicinity can be identified * All hazardous material must be declared on the vessel's pre-arrival notice.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* Using the Emergency Response Guidebook - Approach the incident carefully from upwind.
Dangerous Goods in Packages
* Using the Emergency Response Guidebook - Match the vessel's placards with one of the placards in this book - Consult the numbered guide associated with the placard and use that information - Use more specific information when time allows.
Mooring a ship carrying dangerous goods
- All firefighting appliances shall be made ready for use and any other emergency equipment as dictated by the EmS Code.
Handling Precautions
- Be prepared for escape of dangerous substances from a package - so ensure breathing appliance ready and protective clothing are available.
Regulatory authority
- Communication with the port authority must be arranged prior to docking - Keeping the authority informed by status reports will serve as a good communication tool.
Terms used in Port Areas
- Dangerous substances * Goods listed in IMDG Codes and 46 CFR 150.
Terms used in Port Areas
- Designated port officer * Person assigned by the port authority or regulatory authority to act in their behalf for the safety of the port.
Precautions when handling explosives
- Detonators must be segregated from all other explosives.
Precautions when handling Explosives
- Do not stow in the same compartment with goods liable to give off flammable vapors - Stow in a cool dry place - Stow away from living quarters - Stow in a spot convenient for jettisoning - Stow in the hatch square when possible.
Precautions when handling Explosives
- Fire fighting system suitable for explosives carried - Deluge system.
Port authority
- If any dangerous substance constitutes an unacceptable hazard, the port authority should be able to order the removal of such substance or any ship, package, container, portable tanks or vehicle containing it.
Packing Certificate
- In addition to the declaration, a - packing certificate is required - certifying that a container or vehicle has been properly packed and - secured if loaded with dangerous goods.
Mooring a ship carrying dangerous goods
- Local authority will dictate the mooring arrangements for your vessel.
Regulatory authority
- May require signals to be shown while Transporting or Handling dangerous substances * By day flag "bravo" * By night an all around red light.
Marking and Labeling Packages
- Packages containing dangerous goods must: * Durably marked with correct name * Provided with distinct labels, placards or stencils making clear the danger * Low hazard cargo may not need to be labeled.
Terms used in Port Areas
- Port authority * Captain of the Port * Harbor Master.
Terms used in Port Areas
- Regulatory authority * The recognized government authority (USCG).
Terms used in Port Areas
- Responsible person * The shipboard person responsible for the safe loading and discharging of the dangerous goods.
Precautions when handling Explosives
- Spark arrestors on ventilators.
Precautions when handling Explosives
- Stow in a spot convenient for jettisoning.
Dangerous Goods Declaration
- The Declaration must * Give the correct technical name of the goods * Identity of the goods * UN number * Indicate the Class the goods belong in.
Mooring a ship carrying dangerous goods
- The master must ensure the vessel is properly manned at all times and the vessel is kept alongside the berth by tending to the mooring lines.
Port authority
- The port authority is allowed access to all part of the vessel where dangerous goods may be stowed or hidden.
Port authority
- The port authority is empowered to * Direct when and where a ship having any dangerous substances onboard may anchor, moor or berth * Direct a ship to be moved within or leave the port area * Attach conditions appropriate to local circumstances and the quantity and nature of the dangerous substances.
Port authority
- The port authority may be empowered to refuse dangerous substances if it is considered that their presence would endanger life or property because * Of their condition * The condition of their containers * The condition of their mode of conveyance * Conditions in the port area.
Port authority
- The port authority may be empowered to refuse dangerous substances if it is considered that their presence would endanger life or property.
Port authority
- The port authority will normally require 24 hour advance notification of the transport or handling of dangerous substances, including those which are not discharged at that port.
The responsible person
- The responsible person shall * Ensure all persons are wearing protective clothing and equipment during the cargo operation.
The responsible person
- The responsible person shall * Keep a eye out for adverse weather which may force a shutdown of cargo operations because of high winds or lightning.
The responsible person
- The responsible person shall ensure * Only approved lighting is used.
Precautions when handling explosives
- Use approved lighting and electrical gear - Electrically powered vent fans should be flame-proof. If not disconnected.
