Cargo stowage and securing manual

Dangerous cargo — Containers where certain segregation rules must be followed, for example dangerous cargo that should be kept away from direct sunlight, from reefer container's motors, of some kind of another dangerous cargo or segregated away from all of the above. Accordingly, planners start with reefer units then continue with dangerous cargo units when planning the vessel. Out of gauge cargo — For most international shipping, cargo that cannot be packed within a 40' high cube container is out of gauge.

It may be possible to pack such cargo in specialty containers. Open top containers are suitable for over height cargo. Container platforms can handle over height, width or length cargo, but require slings to load and unload. Also out of gauge for most ships are containers between 45' and 53' long used in some countries for domestic rail and truck transport. These loads are usually added after planning all other containers and are usually stowed on top of other containers on deck or in hold as the planners strive to minimize the number of 'lost slots' unused positions as much as possible.

Dry cargo containers — Usually stowed according to next port of calls depending on container size and weight of cargos, the heavy weights below and the lighter weights on top. Port of discharge — When trying to find a suitable stowage position for containers, the planners must take into consideration the sequence of the ports of call. For example, if the port of calls are A, B and C, for the port A discharge, the planner must take into consideration not to choose a stowage position for a container for ports B or C on top of the container destined for port A.

Container size — A 20 feet container can not be loaded up on a 40 feet container, but the reverse is possible if the vessel structure allows it. Planners can also load a 40 feet container on top of two units of 20 feet container, this known as a 'Russian stowage' or 'mixed stowage'. Hatch cover clearance — Hatch cover clearance refers to how many 'High Cube' height over 8.

The hazards arising from these forces should be dealt with by taking measures both to ensure proper stowage and securing of cargoes on board and to reduce the amplitude and frequency of ship motions.

The Assembly recommended that Governments implement the Code at the earliest possible opportunity and requested the Maritime Safety Committee to keep it under review and amend it as necessary. The purpose of the CSS Code is to provide an international standard to promote the safe stowage and securing of cargoes by:. In providing such advice, it should be borne in mind that the Master is responsible for the safe conduct of the voyage and the safety of the ship, its crew and cargo.

All cargoes should be stowed and secured in such a way that the ship and persons on board are not put at risk. Securing Devices and Arrangements 2. Stowage and Securing of cargo 3. User guide 2. Add to cart.