1. Structural Damage on Unloading
Hatch Coamings
and Covers
Transverse
Side
Corrugated
Frames
Bulkhead
and
Brackets
Hopper
Tank
Double Bottom
2. Loading and Unloading Sequences
IACS Unified Requirement S1A ‘Additional
Requirements for Loading Manuals.....’
Provision of Loading & Unloading Sequences
Applicable to New & Existing Bulk Carriers
Sequence Step on Loader/Unloader Movement
Cargo & Ballast Documented for each Step
Draughts & Trim for each Step
Maximum SWSF & SWBM for each Step
3. Loading Sequence Animation
Loading in Alternate Holds
Based upon Actual Approved Sequences for a
Seven Hold Panamax Bulk Carrier
60,300 tonnes of Cargo Loaded;
1st Pass of 25,000 tonnes in four pours
2nd Pass of 14,500 tonnes in seven pours
3rd Pass of 16,300 tonnes in four pours
Topping off in end holds with 4,500 tonnes
194. Bulk Carrier Safety - A Summary
Loading & Unloading Factors may have
Contributed to Ship Losses
Potential Structural Problems during Loading
and Unloading have been Identified
On-board Loading & Unloading Guidance is
being Improved
‘Handle with Care’ - Potential Problems have
been Published