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EMRG-GAS-06 Emergency Jettisoning of Cargo

This document outlines the emergency procedures for jettisoning cargo from a vessel, emphasizing the importance of stability and safety. It details initial and subsequent actions to be taken, including obtaining approvals, assessing hazards, preparing firefighting equipment, and ensuring communication with authorities. The document also highlights the need for careful maneuvering of the vessel and proper documentation during the jettisoning process.

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EMRG-GAS-06 Emergency Jettisoning of Cargo

This document outlines the emergency procedures for jettisoning cargo from a vessel, emphasizing the importance of stability and safety. It details initial and subsequent actions to be taken, including obtaining approvals, assessing hazards, preparing firefighting equipment, and ensuring communication with authorities. The document also highlights the need for careful maneuvering of the vessel and proper documentation during the jettisoning process.

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EMRG/GAS/06 EMERGENCY JETTISONING OF CARGO

M.V. 15-Oct-2019 Rev 0 Page 1 of 2

Action: Laminate and Log Retention: N/A

Note
Master to consider all options with the available information on stability and reserve buoyancy before jettisoning the
cargo.

Initial Actions
S.No. Action Check Time
1.
Obtain Office approval, unless there is risk of safety of the vessel.

2.
Ascertain the cargo quantity and identity of tanks that have to be jettisoned.

3.
Calculate the resultant stability after jettisoning. Seek ERS advice, as required.

4.
Work out the plan for transfer including line up and operation of valves.

5. All staff informed and precautions against exposure to cargo taken.


Note: Impose restrictions on smoking, hot work and access to cargo deck.

Evaluate additional hazards


 Toxic/ flammable vapours
6.
 Fire
 Explosion
 Pollution
7.
Ensure no tugs/ crafts alongside.

8.
Report to authorities and the Office as required.

9.
Inform Office, send EMRG/01 Standard Emergency Report.

Subsequent Actions
S.No. Action Check Time
1.
Prepare all firefighting equipment and confirm fixed gas detection system running.

2. Rig fire hoses near the jettisoning point and create a fog blanket to prevent
vapours from coming back on board.
3.
Prepare protective equipment / SCBA / EEBD, personal gas meters as required.

4.
Prepare lifeboats to embarkation deck.

5.
Prepare first aid and oxygen resuscitator.

6. Seal the accommodation/ ECR/ spaces on deck.


Note: Put accommodation air conditioning in full recirculation. Regularly check atmosphere
within the areas using portable gas detectors.

7.
Prepare equipment for jettisoning as per arrangement onboard.

Use the stern line, if fitted. Else, connect a long extension pipe of suitable material
8.
to the manifold with the help of a reducer. Keep the outboard end of the pipe
angled downward.
9. Close all non-essential intakes.
EMRG/GAS/06 EMERGENCY JETTISONING OF CARGO
M.V. 15-Oct-2019 Rev 0 Page 2 of 2

Subsequent Actions
S.No. Action Check Time
Note: Switchover the sea-suction on the opposite side .

10. Vessels course/ speed adjusted.


Note: Manoeuvre the ship so that the wind and waves clear the cargo away from the vessel. Give wide
berth to all traffic.

11. Display appropriate navigation lights or day signal.


Note: Give wide berth to all traffic.

12. Broadcast radio warning.


Note: Broadcast position, course, speed and rate of discharge of the cargo.

13.
Make entries in Oil Record Book and Official Logbook.

14.
Maintain all records of operation.

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