2.1Specification for fixed cargo securing devices
This sub-chapter should indicate and where necessary illustrate the
number, locations, type and MSL of the fixed devices used to secure cargo and should as a
minimum contain the following information:
.1 a list and/or plan
of the fixed cargo securing devices, which should be supplemented with appropriate
documentation for each type of device as far as practicable. The appropriate documentation
should include information as applicable regarding:
- Name of manufacturer
- Type designation of item with simple sketch for ease of identification
- Material(s)
- Identification marking
- Strength test result or
ultimate tensile strength test result
- Result of non destructive testing
- Maximum Securing Load (MSL);
.2 fixed securing devices on
bulkheads, web frames, stanchions, etc. and their types (e.g. pad eyes, eyebolts, etc.),
where provided, including their MSL;
.3 fixed securing devices on
decks and their types (e.g. elephant feet fittings, container fittings apertures, etc.)
where provided, including their MSL;
.4 fixed securing devices on
deckheads, where provided, listing their types and MSL; and
.5
for existing ships with non-standardized fixed securing devices, the information on MSL
and location of securing points is deemed sufficient.
2.2Specification for portable cargo securing devices
This sub-chapter should describe the number of and the functional and
design characteristics of the portable cargo securing devices carried on board the ship,
and should be supplemented by suitable drawings or sketches if deemed necessary. It should
contain the following information as applicable:
.1 a list for
the portable securing devices, which should be supplemented with appropriate documentation
for each type of devices as far as practicable. The appropriate documentation should
include information as applicable regarding:
- Name of manufacturer
- Type
designation of item with simple sketch for ease of identification
- Material(s), including minimum safe operational temperature
- Identification marking
- Strength test result or ultimate tensile
strength test result.
- Result of non destructive testing
- Maximum
Securing Load (MSL);
.2 container stacking fittings, container deck
securing fittings, fittings for interlocking of containers, bridge-fittings, etc., their
MSL and use;
.3 chains, wire lashings, rods, etc., their MSL and
use ;
.4 tensioners (e.g. turnbuckles, chain tensioners, etc.),
their MSL and use;
.5 securing gear for cars, if appropriate, and
other vehicles, their MSL and use;
.6 trestles and jacks, etc.,
for vehicles (trailers) where provided, including their MSL and use; and
.7 anti-skid material (e.g. soft boards) for use with cargo units having low
frictional characteristics.
2.3Inspection and maintenance schemes
This sub-chapter should describe inspection and maintenance schemes of
the cargo securing devices on board the ship.
2.3.1 Regular inspections and maintenance should be carried out under the
responsibility of the master. Cargo securing devices inspections as a minimum should
include:
.1 routine visual examinations of components being
utilized; and
.2 periodic examinations/re-testing as required by
the Administration. When required, the cargo securing devices concerned should be
subjected to inspections by the Administration.
2.3.2 This sub-chapter should document actions to inspect and maintain the
ship's cargo securing devices. Entries should be made in a recordbook, which should be
kept with the Cargo Securing Manual. This recordbook should contain the following
information:
.1 procedures for accepting, maintaining and
repairing or rejecting cargo securing devices; and
.2 record of
inspections.
2.3.3 This sub-chapter should
contain information for the master regarding inspections and adjustment of securing
arrangements during the voyage.
2.3.4
Computerized maintenance procedures may be referred to in this sub-chapter.