Make a pre stowage plan. | |
Get cargo information from the shipper. | |
Calculate the stability criteria complies with the requirement of International grain code. | |
Planning, calculation and loading to be made for ship's stability at all stages of loading. | |
Clean and prepare cargo holds for loading grain. | |
Clean and test cargo hold bilges. | |
Check weather tightness of hatches. | |
Check cargo handling gears in good operational condition. | |
Initial draft survey to be carried out before loading grain. |
Load grain as per cargo stowage plan. | |
Follow loading sequences. | |
Check stresses on hull are within the limit. | |
Trimming of cargo to be carried out as per loading plan. | |
Precautions to be taken for grain dust to protect human hygiene and equipments. | |
Check cargo for any sort of damage. | |
Check cargo for infestation. | |
Check moorings at frequent intervals. |
Securing cargo as per grain code, to reduce grain heeling moment. | |
Fumigate the cargo using pesticides if required. | |
All cargo holds to be closed and properly secured. | |
Prevent entering of sea water during adverse weather condition. | |
Take proper draft and calculate loaded quantity by final draft survey. | |
Calculate final state of stability after completion of loading. |
Check humidity and adjust ventilation if required. | |
Regular sounding of bilges. | |
Ensure ship's stability is maintained. | |
Inspect securing arrangements regularly if possible. |