Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan the loading, stowage, security and unloading of dangerous cargo
- The dangerous cargo to be loaded or unloaded is identified and its characteristics and dimensions established
- Communications between the vessel and the shore terminal are conducted prior to the vessel's arrival concerning loading and unloading arrangements
- The longitudinal stresses acting on vessel's hull for the intended dangerous cargo stowage configuration are calculated
- The trim and stability of the vessel during loading/unloading operations and when loaded are calculated, including the use of a GZ curve
- The vessel's stowage plan is prepared and interpreted in accordance with company procedures
- Load, stow and unload dangerous cargo
- Preparations for loading, stowage and unloading are carried out in accordance with operational and security procedures and stowage plan
- Relevant regulations, procedures and instructions pertaining to the type of dangerous cargo to be handled are accessed and interpreted prior to commencing operations