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A-II/2 F2.C1: Plan and ensure safe loading, stowage, securing, care during the
COMPETENCE/S
voyage and unloading cargoes
CO1 Interpret a cargo plan for loading and unloading dangerous cargo in
COURSE
accordance with established safety rules / regulations, equipment operating
OUTCOME
instructions and shipboard stowage limitations
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Oil tanker cargo loading procedure
Many tankers now load from oilfields at sea. To do this, they moor up (usually
by the bow) to a gantry, buoy, or turret (toranj). Tankers on the North Sea-run
(often called shuttle tankers) have been specially designed to load at the bow
from a single point mooring at sea.
Crude oil can be loaded into a tanker from a variety of offshore facilities or a
conventional oil terminal through the midship manifold. Modern oil tankers may be
equipped with the most advanced loading systems, combining a Bow Loading (B.L.)
system and the ship's part of the Submerged Turret Loading (S.T.L.) system.
The basis of the Submerged Turret Loading system is the buoy moored to the seabed.
The buoy is pulled into and secured in a mating cone in the bottom of the vessel and thus
connecting the mooring system. Internal in the float is the turret connection (toranj) to the
mooring and riser systems. The outer buoy hull can rotate freely with the vessel around
the turret using internal turret bearings. Oil is transferred through an in-line swivel via the
loading manifold to the piping system of the vessel. The disconnected buoy will float in an
equilibrium position ready for a new connection.
The Floating turret system enables the vessel to be easily moored at the bow and oil
transferred conventionally to the midship manifold.
Floating production, storage, and offloading systems (FPSO) can offer significant
advantages over fixed production platforms, particularly in remote offshore locations
where deep water, strong ocean currents, and harsh weather conditions may occur, or
where export pipelines are difficult to install or uneconomic to run.
Loading oil cargo in a tanker ship requires utmost diligence in planning, and most careful
consideration will need to be made for safe operation. Following are the necessary
procedures at various stages of loading oil cargo,
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The primary consideration for restricting the maximum rate at which a vessel may load is
to prevent the excessive build-up of pressure within the cargo system. This is governed
by several factors, including the diameter of the smallest section of pipe in the order,
material from which pipeline is constructed, angular frequency of bends, and the capacity
of the venting system, etc. The closing loading system, whereby vapors are exhausted
through either vent risers or high-velocity vents, must always be used. The rate of loading
must be adjusted to consider the number of tanks or holds open at any one time.
The maximum loading rate mustn't be exceeded to avoid over pressurization and undue
stress on the pipeline system. Consideration of the rate of loading must also be taken into
account given electrostatic hazards when handling static accumulator oils where an
electric charge can build up utilizing flow or turbulence. Generally speaking, controlling
the electrostatic generation restricts the flow rate in the initial stages of loading until all
splashing and unrest in the tank have ceased. Full details of such precautions are
contained in ISGOTT.
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Besides, it is also essential to allow gas from the ullage space to be vented and to dissipate to below L.E.L. at a safe
distance from the outlet point.
It is also important that the cargo being loaded is correctly distributed. It is not permissible to load at the maximum loading rate into
one tank or into tanks served by only one section of the gas line so that all the gas being given off by the cargo is expelled through
a single outlet. One person must be delegated to keep watch within sight of the manifold area throughout loading. If an incident at
the manifold occurs, such as a burst pipe or failure of the manifold connection, the agreed to shut down procedure must be put
into action first, and the Emergency Alarms sounded. The gangway watchman may perform this duty. If the person delegated to
watch the manifold area is a rating, he must be instructed in the course of action to be taken in the event of an emergency before
commencing his watch.
Tank hatches must not be opened, or ullage plugs left open during loading.
At the time of loading, the atmospheric conditions are the main factors in the successful dispersal of the gas at a safe distance
from the gas line outlet. Hydrocarbon gases are, on average 1.5 times heavier than air and in still air or near calm conditions will
fall to deck level and may accumulate there; in these conditions, the Master may consider stopping loading operations, if gas
concentrations are approaching hazardous levels, until conditions improve.
Similarly, if the existing atmospheric conditions cause the gas to flow towards the accommodation, and the gas is detected inside
the accommodation, loading must be stopped immediately, and the Emergency Alarms sounded. The Master must ensure all
precautions are taken to prevent vapors from entering the accommodation. This must include having the air conditioning on
recirculation.
The Emergency Organisation is then to take the appropriate action to isolate the electrical supply of the accommodation from the
main switchboard, and clear the accommodation of gas.
The accommodation must be kept under positive pressure to prevent the entry of Hydrocarbon Vapours – the operation of sanitary
and galley extraction fans will cause a vacuum. Therefore the air conditioning system intakes must not be kept fully closed. The
accommodation air conditioning system should be maintained on partial recirculation during cargo operation.
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Appropriate oil cargo sampling is one of the critical jobs for crew onboard to prevent cargo contamination and avoid future claims.
A comprehensive plan should be made on cargo sampling focusing on safety precautions before sampling, sampling equipment,
and on the critical locations on sampling onboard a vessel.
Prior loading operation commences, cargo tanks I.G. inlet lines to the designated tanks shall be re-checked and confirmed in the
desired position. The control of the key to the locking arrangements for cargo tank I.G. inlet valves shall be with the Chief Officer.
For tanks that are required to be isolated by vapor (as per the Charterer's instructions), the individual I.G. pressure shall be
monitored Every 4 hrs.
Once the Chief Officer is satisfied that all preparations have been made following the cargo oil loading plan and the shore facility
representative has confirmed that the facility is ready to load cargo, he may order the opening of the designated manifold valves
and loading operation to commence following the loading plan.
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1. Commence loading at a reduced rate (to avoid static generation), watching the manifold back pressure at all times.
2. The first loading tank shall be documented in the 'Tanker Cargo Log Book,' The number should be restricted to a minimum.
3. Ullage confirmation shall be carried out to confirm cargo oil flowing as planned into the designated cargo tank.
4. In the case of heated cargo, confirmation of cargo temperature is as per agreed value and within the Charterer's instruction.
Also, the loaded cargo temperature shall be within the vessel's design criteria (of valve/tank coating limitations)
5. Only after receiving reports of all safety checks confirmed from all stations of deck/pump room watch, and the chief officer
may open other loading tanks and carefully increase the loading rate. A close watch of the manifold backpressure shall be
maintained until completion of settling down of final maximum agreed loading rate.
6. Close communication to be kept with shore side, until all parameters have stabilized.
7. Loading cargo tanks I.G. backpressure shall be adjusted to maintain slight positive, at all times. The same shall be
monitored for any change.
The deck watch should check for oil leaks in the cargo area throughout the cargo oil loading operation. At the beginning of the
operations, confirm that no oil leaks from piping joints and that no oil inflowing into tanks other than the tank being loaded. Keep
continuous monitoring of the Oil Level of the loading tanks, until settling down of shore flow rate. Also, monitor other tanks
(unused) for any change in the level. After reaching the desired full loading rate and confirmation reports have been received from
all stations at deck/pump room watch (including the cargo piping and sea surface around the vessel), the Chief Officer may
dismiss the off duty crew and revert to the routine Watch Schedule. During loading operations, monitor the manifold backpressure,
especially when changing over the valves/tanks.
Cargo leakage, however, small shall be paid attention to- at an early stage of operations. Leakages from the piping system, joints,
and valves shall be monitored. Tanks not being loaded shall be monitored to ensure that no oil is flowing into tanks other than the
loading tanks. During loading operations, watch oil loading pressure all the time, and monitor portions where oil is likely to leak.
Excessive vibrations on piping systems must be attended to immediately.
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Cargo Loading Rates:
The vessel's maximum loading rate and maximum venting capacity must be posted in the cargo control room. It gives details of
the standards for homogenous(entire the ship), Group-by-group, and Tank-wise loadings. Such information, based on
calculations, shall assist the Master in determining how fast the ship can safely load a particular cargo at a specific facility, taking
into account the vessel's design parameters and the shipment involved. The Chief Officer should indicate, in the loading plan,
rates required at stages throughout the operation.
b) Theoretical Rates
The maximum flow rate into any single tanks shall be less than the maximum venting capacity (SOLAS). To allow for the
generation of gas when loading, the venting rate shall be taken as 125% of the oil loading rate.
The initial and maximum loading rates, topping off rates and normal stopping times should be considered, having regard to -
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The loading rate should also be governed by the age, condition and reliability of the vessel's pipeline system and the gauging
system.
Precautions to avoid the accumulation of static electricity.
Any other flow control limitations.
• Obtain the Berth (Loading) Master's permission before starting to de-ballast the segregated ballast tanks. In principle, de-
ballasting operations should commence, after starting of cargo operations.
• De-ballast, as per the cargo plan to achieve ample trim, especially towards the completion of de-ballasting operations.
Such period should be planned well before the level in cargo tanks are near Topping-off ullages
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Recording during operations in Tanker Log Book:
• Tank pressure
SBM / FSO position monitoring shall be carried throughout the operations. The crew on watch shall be briefed as to the danger
limits for the bearing and distance of the SBM / Hawser to be reported.
Chief Officer shall give his written instructions of the cargo plan to the duty officer.
Stress monitoring and print-outs of intermediate conditions shall be recorded during regular cargo operation. Loading computer
shall be updated hourly for conditions on board.
A comparison of real & calculated draft & trim shall be carried out to give proactive warning of any unplanned or unobserved
deviation from the plan.
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Trim and draft
Ensure the draft maintained, after allowing for tidal variation, is well within the limits of manifold/loading arms' height limitation. The
vessel shall always be maintained well within the operating limits (envelope) of the shore arms.
Topping Off
Before commencement of Topping off operations, arrange adequate personnel for the operations.
As the number of remaining tanks are reducing with progressing of Topping off operations, lower the loading rate down to have
sufficient time to cope with the Final Loading Topping off.
Confirm the 'Check items when Topping-Off', as per the "Tanker Loading Checklist" to record the results.
• The Chief officer should indicate, in the loading plan, the method he wishes to use for Topping Off and the maximum permitted
topping off rate(s).
• The Chief Officer should indicate to the Duty Deck Officer when he wishes to be called for Topping Off.
The Duty Deck Officer should calculate when the Topping Off operation will begin and advise the shore terminal well in advance.
• Well, before topping off, the Duty Deck Officer should have the deck watch verify and compare the portable gauges with the fixed
cargo tank gauge. He shall complete the "Cargo Tank Level Gauge Check Record at Loading Ports" of the tanks to confirm the
accuracy of the C.C.R. tank gauges.
• The Chief Officer should be notified of any discrepancies when he is called for a Topping Off operation.
• On the assumption that the tank to be topped off is not the final tank and that there are other tank valves opened for the grade
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being loaded, the valve should be operated when there is sufficient ullage remaining in the tank, to ensure that the valve will close
as required.
• When Topping Off tanks, there must be enough personnel available to monitor the operation and provide assistance.
• If the Topping off operation gives significant cause for concern at any time, such as equipment malfunction, STOP LOADING!!
Then take the necessary time to get things settled down again before resuming.
• After slowing down the loading rate for Topping off, it should be checked that the loading rate is reduced as requested.
• If the loading rate is still too high, the shore should be requested to reduce the pumping rate further.
• It is essential that all the vessel's valves are not shut against a flow of oil.
• To avoid this, not less than a pre-determined minimum number of valves must be open during periods of maximum flow rate and
specified in the loading plan.
• Care must be taken when topping off tank(s) to ensure there are sufficient other valves open.
• When the first tank has been topped off, the deck watch shifts to the next tank as directed by the Chief Officer and the process is
repeated.
• When the final tank is to be topped off, this valve should not be closed against the flow of oil.
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• Slack or empty tanks should be monitored to ensure that the set ullage does not change.
• Care must be taken not to operate the tank valve controls by mistake, and if possible, a system of marking the valves to remain
closed should be arranged. Care must be taken to make sure that valves are shut properly, and the levels of tanks already topped
off must be monitored to make sure there has been no change in the final ullage.
• After confirming with the manufacturers for preventing the possibility of the hydraulically operated cargo valve to "creep," the
control switch shall be left in the 'closed' position on nonoperational tanks when working / or after finished loading cargo.
• A warning notice to be posted in the cargo control room of all tankers, that has a neutral position on the valve remote control
switch, to the effect that the valve is kept in the closed position on nonoperational tanks when working / or after finished loading
cargo.
Completion of Loading
• Close the manifold gate valves after confirming the completion of transferring oil from the terminal.
• Once cargo operations have ceased the Mast riser or other venting system in use should be closed to reduce the loss of light
ends to the atmosphere, but the tank pressure should be closely monitored to ensure that the system is not over-pressurized.
• Drain hoses and arms at the manifold. All manifold drain valves are to be operated under the Chief Officer; the duty deck officer
must be stationed at the manifold and ensure that the correct valves are opened before confirming to the Chief Officer in the
C.C.R. that the valves are opened.
• After draining all oil in pipelines, close tank valves, and vent valves. Ensure the connection is depressurized and isolated from
the internal cargo tank I.G. pressure
• All cargo in deck cargo lines should be dropped by gravity into a designated tank or tanks. Lines should not be dropped back to
the pump room.
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• In parallel with draining work, measure the temperature and ullage in each tank to work out the loaded quantity.
• On completion of gauging and sampling, all ullage ports, vapor locks, and any other tank openings should be confirmed closed.
• Care should be taken to ensure that cargo lines do not become over-pressurized due to high ambient temperatures
• The I.G.S. recorder shall be switched on to record and monitor the cargo tanks' pressure. It shall be suitably marked for details of
Voyage Number, date, and time of turning on and corresponding present pressure.
This record shall be in continuous operation until the final discharge port.
* Ullage Report The following would need to be considered when carrying out accurate cargo measurements.
Case-1 Line Volume: If NOT included in the ship's tank measurement tables and more than one grade loaded;
* Loaded qty of 1st grade= Loaded Tanks Qty of 1st grade + ALL Lines (used for loading) Qty
* Loaded qty of 2nd, 3rd grades= Loaded Tanks Qty of 2nd, 3rd grades only
Case-2 Line Volume: If INCLUDED in the ship's tank measurement tables and more than one grade loaded;
* Loaded qty of 1st grade= Loaded Tanks Qty of 1st grade + Empty Tanks only: Lines (used) Qty (A')
* Loaded qty of 2nd, 3rd grades= Loaded Tanks Qty only of 2nd, 3rd grade – above qty (A')
* The cargo tanks are to be gauged in the presence of the attending Surveyor / Loading master to confirm final ullages,
temperatures, and free water presence.
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* The vessel is to prepare the ullage report upon completion of the gauging of cargo tanks. The surveyor's Ullage report shall be
verified for ullages and temperatures only. If an available copy of the surveyor documents to be retained on board, the Closed
method of dipping such cargo tanks shall be followed.
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How the Cargo Tanks of Oil Tanker cleaned to be ready for the next cargo
Previously, oil tanks on crude oil tanker were cleaned by water, but this method of cleaning increased marine pollution and
required bigger slop tanks to store leftover residue and oily water mixture. In order to prevent this problem, a better non pollutant
way was introduced where in oil cargo of the tank itself was used to clean the cargo tanks. When oil cargo is sprayed with
pressure on tank walls and surfaces, the sediments sticking to the tank dissolves and converts into useful cargo which can be
pumped out to the shore tanks. This system virtually eliminates the requirement of slop tanks on ships and almost all cargo can be
transferred to the shore. This process is known as Crude oil Washing or COW.
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Procedure for COW
Crude oil washing was made mandatory under MARPOL Annex 1 regulation 13 which states that every crude oil tanker which is
20000 dwt and above must be fitted with COW system for every cargo hold tank.
To perform Crude oil washing in correct and efficient manner every ship must have –
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Efficient and approved COW system and equipment manual
Skilled Personnel onboard who are properly trained to perform the complete operation
The operation can be divided in to three phases where in following checks must be performed-
The complete COW operation to be discussed with ship and shore staff
Set a communication channel between ship and shore facility for COW operation-Ship shore interface
Signal and Emergency signs to be discussed to stop the operation between shore and ship staff
Inert Gas plant to be working and oxygen content must be less than 5 %
Portable oxygen analyser should be made available and checked for proper functioning.
Oxygen reading in swash bulkhead tanks must be taken from both the sides
Assign duties to all responsible ship staff. One person to be assigned to check the leakage in the pipe line system as soon
as the operation starts
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Check all the equipment under COW system for proper functioning
Check and Set the line and valves for ship to shore under COW system
The inert gas values to be frequently checked- Tank pressure and O2 value
The crude oil washing must be done in the designated tanks as per the plan including the washing cycle
All deck lines and valves must be frequently checked for any leakages
Parameters and running condition of all the machineries involved in operation to be frequently checked
Ullage gauge floats to be raised for the tanks which are being washed
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Shut all the valves in the line used for the operation
Stop the COW operation immediately if you sense any kind of trouble such as failure of IG system or increase of O2 content and
drop in the pressure of the cargo tank.
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The emergency shutdown (ESD) system is a requirement of the IMO code for the carriage of liquefied gases in bulk and is a
recommendation of SIGTTO. It is fitted to protect the ship and terminal in the event of cryogenic or fire risk, on the ship or at the
terminal.
An ESD system is basically a link between the ship and the terminal. It can be automatically activated either by pre-defined
conditions, such as high tank levels or high pressure, or manually activated by an emergency button.
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A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is a document that contains information on the potential hazards (health, fire, reactivity and
environmental) and how to work safely with the chemical product. It is an essential starting point for the development of a complete health and
safety program
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Carriage of LPG : During the loaded passage, the cargo is warmed by heat input from sea water and atmosphere,
causing the temperature and saturation pressure (cargo tank) to rise. It is therefore necessary to maintain strict control of
the cargo temperature and pressure at all times during the loaded passage. On vessels other than pressurised LPG
carriers this is achieved by reliquefying the boil-off and returning it to the tanks .
Cargoes carried by a chemical tanker differ widely in characteristics and mode of handling, and thus in the care they require
during transit. During the voyage, attention must be paid to these special needs of cargoes.
Inert gas capacity should be sufficient for the entire voyage. If stored nitrogen is relied upon, it must be confirmed prior to
sailing that the ship has sufficient nitrogen on board to be able to comply with the inerting requirements.
Regular checks on tank contents should be made to detect an unexpected change in liquid level. Cargoes that need cooling
or heating must be monitored daily and a temperature log kept. Temperature log for the voyage to be maintained as per the
instructions provided by the shippers. Some cargoes are liable to self-react under certain conditions . Cargoes that may self-
react should be monitored daily in order to detect any abnormal behaviour at an early stage.
Precaution/attention & record sheets are necessary for cargoes that need:
Cargo heating : Cargoes that require heating must be monitored at least once daily and a temperature log
must be kept. Ensure that correct heating medium is used, and that heating coils in tanks that do not
require heating are blown dry and blanked. Prior to loading heated cargo, heating coils should be pressure
tested and results recorded in the log book.
Cargo cooling : In specialised cases, is required to prevent products from giving-off toxic and flammable
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vapours. Special care requirements are generally documented in the condition of carriage details contained
in the ships Certificate of Fitness and also in the IBC/BCH Codes. The Company and Charterers are to be
consulted if additional information is required.
Tank Atmosphere ?monitoring and recording of the ullage space of pressure and/or oxygen should be
carried out at regular intervals (daily) to ensure that the correct environment is being maintained.
Temperature Control : Cargoes that may self-react must be monitored on a daily basis for any increase
temperature that deviates from the ambient climatic conditions.
Nitrogen cover : Prior sailing the vessel must have sufficient Nitrogen of the correct quality on board to
comply with the padding requirements. No of bottle = Total Ullage Space (m3) x 0.2 / 180` x 50, for 4
changes maintaining 50mb, N2 bottle = 50l x 180bar
Tank atmosphere : O2 content strictly controlled :Some cargoes like Hexane-HMD-Octene do have a
maximum requirement with respect to oxygen in the vapour space. The vapour space has to be checked
with the appropriate oxygen meter. The Shipper determines the frequency of the routine checks. The results
are to be recorded in ‘Voyage Log?
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Agitation/ Circulation : Some chemicals, e.g. Phosphoric Acid, require agitation to prevent sediment
separation and different temperature/density layers from forming. Re-circulating through a diffuser is one
method of agitating the cargo
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NEXT WEEK TOPIC - INTERPRET THE INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS,
STANDARDS, CODES & RECOMMENDATION THAT PERTAIN IN CARRIAGES OF
DANGEROUS CARGO
References (APA)
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Instructors Information
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Name: Capt. Danilo B. Salasalan
Rank: Instructor
Designation:
THANK YOU
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