What are precautions before loading timber deck cargo as per timber code ?

Prior to loading the vessel, relevant cargo information, as defined in timber  Code, should be provided by the shipper, according to the custom of the trade.

Prior to loading, the stevedoring company should be made aware of specific requirements according to the ship’s Cargo Securing Manual regarding stowage and securing of timber deck cargoes.

Prior to loading, the stevedoring company should be made aware of specific requirements according to the ship’s Cargo Securing Manual regarding stowage and securing of timber deck cargoes                      

Before timber deck cargo is loaded on any area of the weather deck: