Cargo Handling On Ships

Cargo Handling On Ships

1. Step 1

   • Equipment
     • like safety, harness safety, helmets, safety shoes.

2. Step 2

   • Do not Interfere with the use of a Safety Device and Understand all Safety Procedures
     • the crew should be told of the various on-site safety devices that will protect them in case of an untoward incident

3. Step 3

   • Identify Shelter Positions
     • you are well aware of the shelter options that will protect you in the case of falling cargo

4. Step 4

   • Securing the Cargo
     • A secure cargo is safe cargo and it needs to be secured as soon as it is placed in the storage area.

5. Step 5

   • The Right use of Lifting Equipment
     • Cargo handling on ships requires the use of lifting equipment like wire ropes, wire rope slings, hooks, forklifts, cranes etc

6. Step 6

   • No standing under a hoisted cargo
     • There have been some tragic accidents all because a person was standing under a hoisted load.

7. Step 7

   • Entering Enclosed Spaces
     • he use of special equipment allows one to check for oxygen content in such places.

8. Step 8

   • Importance of Proper Visibility
     • take the necessary steps to improve the lighting on work places

9. Step 9

   • Bulk Cargo
     • Close supervision is needed to ensure work safety while handling bulk cargoes

10. Step 10

    • Contact the Supervisor in case of Problems
      • If you feel, at any point of time, that the safety of the workplace is compromised in any way or form, it is important to contact the supervisor

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