This publication incorporates all amendments adopted up to May 2010. It includes amendments to the Manual on loading and unloading of solid bulk cargoes for terminal representatives (MSC.1/Circ.1356) and additional considerations for the safe loading od bulk carriers (MSC.1/Circ.1357).
Foreword
BLU Code – Code of Practice for the Safe Loading and Unloading of Bulk Carriers
Resolution A.862(20)
Code of Practice for the Safe Loading and Unloading of Bulk Carriers
Introduction
Section 1 Definitions
Section 2 Suitability of ships and terminals
Section 3 Procedures between ship and shore prior to the ship’s arrival
Section 4 Procedures between the ship and the terminal prior to cargo handling
Section 5 Cargo loading and handling of ballast
Section 6 Unloading cargo and handling of ballast
Appendix 1 Recommended contents of port and terminal information books
Appendix 2 Loading or unloading plan
Appendix 3 Ship/Shore safety checklist for loading or unloading dry bulk cargo carriers
Appendix 4 Guidelines for completing the ship/shore safety checklist
Appendix 5 Form for cargo information for solid bulk cargoes
BLU Manual
MSC/Circ.1160
Manual on loading and unloading of solid bulk cargoes for terminal representatives
Foreword
Introduction
Section 1 Definitions
Section 2 Suitability of ships and terminals
Section 3 Procedures between ship and shore prior to ship’s arrival
Section 4 Procedures between the ship and the terminal, prior to cargo loading/unloading
Section 5 Cargo loading and handling of ballast
Section 6 Unloading cargo and handling of ballast
Annex 1 Pre-arrival ship/shore exchange of information
Annex 2 Avoidance of damage during cargo handling
Annex 3 Repair of damage incurred during loading and unloading
Annex 4 Training of terminal personnel involved in loading and/or unloading bulk carriers
Annex 5 Hazards
Annex 6 Emergency procedures
MSC.1/Circ.1357
Additional considerations for the safe loading of bulk carriers
As a specialized agency of the United Nations, IMO is the global standard-setting authority for the safety, security and environmental performance of international shipping. Its main role is to create a regulatory framework for the shipping industry that is fair and effective, universally adopted and universally implemented.
In other words, its role is to create a level playing-field so that ship operators cannot address their financial issues by simply cutting corners and compromising on safety, security and environmental performance. This approach also encourages innovation and efficiency.
Shipping is a truly international industry, and it can only operate effectively if the regulations and standards are themselves agreed, adopted and implemented on an international basis. And IMO is the forum at which this process takes place.
Title: Code of Practice for the Safe Loading and Unloading of Bulk Carriers (BLU Code): Including BLU Manual, 2011 Edition (KA266E) (eBook)
Edition: 2011
Number of Pages: 108
Product Code: MM1313EA
ISBN: ISBN 13: 9789280115307, ISBN 10: 9280115308
Published Date: January 2011
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