What is Chief Officer Instruction for Cargo Operation on Ships ?

1. Gangway to be rigged in compliance with SSP, international and port regulations, with safety net, well illuminated and watch present at all times.
2. Moorings to be taut and correctly attended to ensure that vessel lies securely alongside at all times. Any difficulty experienced in same to be brought to the notice of Chief Officer/Master immediately. Rat guards to be in place, one for every mooring rope and fulfilling the purpose that they are meant for.
3. Access to accommodation to be controlled through one door only acc. to SSP, namely Main deck door on the side the vessel is alongside. All other doors to be locked from inside including wheelhouse/chartroom and full anti-theft and stowaway precautions in force, as required at the particular berth. Whenever appropriate and under instructions from Master/Chief Officer, extensive Drug and Stowaway search to be carried as per relevant Checklist prior departure.

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