MSC 85/26/Add.2 ANNEX 3 RESOLUTION MSC.268(85) - US Coast ...

MSC 85/26/Add.2ANNEX 3Page 126LOADINGTrim in accordance with the relevant provisions required under sections 4 and 5 of the Code.Without reasonable trimming, vertical cracks into the body of the coal may form permittingoxygen circulation and possible self-heating.PRECAUTIONSBilge wells shall be clean, dry and covered as appropriate, to prevent ingress of the cargo. Referto the appendix to this schedule.VENTILATIONRefer to Special precautions in the appendix to this schedule.CARRIAGERefer to the appendix to this schedule.DISCHARGENo special requirements.CLEAN-UPNo special requirements.EMERGENCY PROCEDURESSPECIAL EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT TO BE CARRIEDNilEMERGENCY PROCEDURESNilEMERGENCY ACTION IN THE EVENT OF FIREBatten down. Exclusion of air may be sufficient to control the fire. Do not use water.Seek expert advice and consider heading to the nearest port.MEDICAL FIRST AIDRefer to the Medical First Aid Guide (MFAG), as amended.REMARKSThe use of CO 2 or inert gas, if available, should be withheld until fire is apparent.I:\MSC\85\26-Add-2.doc