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

MSC 85/26/Add.2ANNEX 3Page 202.2 Loading and unloading2.2.1 Cargo spaces shall be inspected and prepared for the particular cargo which is to beloaded. *2.2.2 Due consideration shall be paid to bilge wells and strainer plates, for which specialpreparation is necessary, to facilitate drainage and to prevent entry of the cargoes into thebilge system.2.2.3 Bilge lines, sounding pipes and other service lines within the cargo space shall be ingood order.2.2.4 Because of the velocity at which some high-density solid bulk cargoes are loaded, specialcare may be necessary to protect cargo space fittings from damage. To sound bilges after thecompletion of loading may be effective to detect damage on cargo space fittings.2.2.5 As far as practicable, ventilation systems shall be shut down or screened and airconditioning systems placed on recirculation during loading or discharge, to minimize dustingress into the living quarters or other interior spaces.2.2.6 Due consideration shall be paid to minimize the extent to which dust may come intocontact with moving parts of deck machinery and external navigational aids.*Refer to the Guidance to ships’ crews and terminal personnel for bulk carrier inspections, adopted by theOrganization by resolution A.866(20).I:\MSC\85\26-Add-2.doc