Following are Checks carried out during voyage while carrying general cargo are as follow :
- Check lashing & securing of hatches
- Monitor cargo/ hold temperature if necessary
- Monitor tank/bilge level
- Adequate & constant attention to ventilation
- Heavy weather precautions taken to prevent cargo damage .
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Damaged cargoes :
- Kept separately & inform concerned parties
- Record extent of damage
- Independent inspection
- Either reject or request stevedores to repair if condition warrants
- Stow in appropriate place after repair
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