10 Important Points to
Remember After Completing
Cargo Operations on Tankers
1.Check Loaded Quantity: when the loading operations ,
the amount of charge of the tankers ends must be
reviewed by a responsible officer and by a representative
on the shore. and the amount should be reported to the
master and immediate authority .
2. Inform Engine Room: notify the engine department the
discharging is finished and wait for the inspector to issue the
"Dry tank certificate and Empty Tank Certificate "
3. Keep The Logbook Updated: update loading times and
discharging operations are recorded in the logbook office and
main points in the Deck logbook.
4.. Close All Valves: after completion of the loading and unloading operations ,
all valves must be closed. the ground control valves are closed first tanker
valves .
5. Remove the Cargo Hoses By Avoiding Oil Spill: After verifying that the
valves are closed , charging hoses they must be removed. this is to prevent
the oil spill
6. Check Breather Valve: the vent valves must be
verified and evaluated to maintain the pressure inside
the tank.
7. Change the Flange Position: change the position of the
mounting flange showing the blank side to isolate the line and
prevent overflow
8. Close tank openings: all tank openings must be closed after completion of loading
and unloading. This was carried out by a pump- man or bosun under the direction of
chief officer responsible .
9. Remove Linking Cables Earth : the union of Earth Cables should be
taken after charging hoses are disconnected.
10. Open Drain Cocks: tanks and valves in land should be closed , and the
taps in the collector tank must be opened to allow drainage of cargo in
fixed tanks drains or portable drip trays