What are precautions for loading and discharging Dangerous Cargo ?
Packages inspected for signs of damage, leakage prior to being stowed in the compartment or container.
Keep combustible materials away from source of ignition.
Stow in places not liable to damage or heating
Segregate from substances liable to start or spread fire.
Ensure accessibility so that dangerous goods may be removed to safety.
Naked lights and smoking prohibited in or near DG areas at all times.
Safeguard electrical appliances against short circuit and sparking to avoid risk of ignition.
Ensure fire-fighting appliances in constant state of readiness.
Protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus should be available if cargo is liable of emitting dangerous fumes.
If loading explosives, avoid bunkering, hot work and working of radar and radio.
Funnel and ventilators be fitted with “spark arrestor” if loading explosive
DG cargo tightly stowed and well secured against movement- chafe.
Securing materials used should be compatible with the DG themselves.
Securing DG packages which have been wetted by rain, and received in a wet condition with frost or snow adhering, should he effectively dried before loading.
If possible, DG should be handled and stowed during daylight hours, if not, adequate lighting must be provided during the operation.
Ambient temperatures in relation to the flash point should be taken into account -particularly in hot weather/tropical climates.
If spillage occurs it should be carefully dealt with having regards to the dangerous nature of the substances.
Loading and discharging of dangerous goods must be supervised by a responsible officer.
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