Elements and Performance Criteria
- Review cargo plan
- Cargo plan is interpreted to determine required cargo operations
- Cargo plan is checked to ensure cargo is evenly distributed
- Cargo plan is assessed to ensure incompatible cargo stowage is avoided
- Cargo plan is evaluated to ensure regulations relating to hazardous materials/dangerous goods are observed, where appropriate
- Cargo plan is checked to ensure unloading sequence is effective
- Prepare for loading
- Holds are checked to ensure they are clean, dry and free of smell
- Safety arrangements in holds are verified to ensure they are operational
- Supplies of cargo protection and securing material are reviewed to ensure there are sufficient available
- Bilge suctions are protected before loading
- Checks are made to ensure cargo is correctly identified, inspected and confirmed against documentation
- Preparations for loading are monitored according to stowage plan and organisational procedures
- Ballast discharge plan is identified and understood and appropriate actions to support this plan are undertaken
- Supervise loading/ unloading of cargo
- Instructions are given to crew and stevedores involved in cargo loading/unloading according to cargo stowage plan
- Compliance with regulations, procedures and instructions pertaining to type of cargo being handled is managed during loading/unloading operations
- Loading/unloading is monitored to ensure the loading rate is not exceeded in the case of bulk or liquid cargo
- Vessel stability is observed during loading/unloading operations
- Loading/unloading operations are checked against stowage plan
- Cargo is secured and lashed according to lashing plan
- Cargo handling documentation is completed according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements
- Monitor care of cargo during voyage
- Vessel plan for care of cargo during voyage is implemented according to organisational and customer requirements, and relevant regulations
- Ventilation and humidity control systems are checked
- Actions required to maintain the wellbeing of cargo during the voyage are initiated according to customer requirements and organisational procedures
- Compliance with safety and hazard minimisation procedures and regulations related to cargo care is managed at all times during the voyage to maintain the safety of personnel, cargo and vessel
- Appropriate action is taken when defects or damage to cargo are detected