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Guidelines for the Safe Packing and Handling of Cargo to and from Offshore Locations Revision 3. Where did these Guidelines come from?. Through the Marine Safety Forum
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Guidelines for the Safe Packing and Handling of Cargo to and from Offshore LocationsRevision 3
Where did these Guidelines come from? Through the Marine Safety Forum 5 years ago following discussion on an incident, which had resulted in a crew man being crushed, when a choke valve fell out of a container.
Outcome During the investigation it emerged that there was a need for commonality of working practices and standards to eliminate risk from cargo handling.
Revision 3 The reasons behind the original concept still exist so the workgroup has reviewed the guidelines reflecting changes in legislation, improved industry practices and lessons learnt from incident and accident reports.
ASCO Bp Apache SBS Logistics Shell Seaforth Maritime Kerr McGee Ramco The Work Group Included the Following Companies
BHAB Swire Dominion Gas Bonds Bristows AFM MCA HSE Step Change IADC WSCA MSF British Shipping DROPS Forum Other Contributors
Endorsement The work group has once again received endorsement from governing bodies and working associations. The Guidance document is now used throughout the industry worldwide.
Supply Chain Responsibilities All parties must recognise that they have a responsibility to protect all staff working within the supply chain as well as members of the general public: • Vendors • Haulage contractors • Logistics service providers • Vessel operators • Aircraft operators • Offshore operators
Background Since the original document significant improvements have been realised across the industry, however we still have the following concerns: • Recurring safety issues • Inconsistent implementation of the guidelines. • Awareness and distribution of the guidelines • Costs and delays resulting from non-conforming cargo • Awareness of aviation issues • Quality of inbound shipments The following slides illustrate some of these concerns.
OBJECT LANDED HERE Dropped Object!
Advantages of a Common Workgroup Approach Incorporation of ‘BEST PRACTICE’ from all. Leading to: • Increased Safety • Faster sharing of lessons learned • Common Industry approach • Reducing the risk of ‘getting it wrong’
Inbound Cargo - Reporting We need to know where the problems lie so that we can address them, and are therefore very dependent on receiving feedback or formal complaints from the vendors so that follow-up action can be taken. The industry is implementing an auditable trail for inspection of shipped cargo, so that the people responsible for the non-conformance can be held accountable. This will enable us to learn from the occurrence, identify best practice and eliminate non conformance and the associated risk.
Standards Within this document UK Legislation, European/British Standards and current ‘Best Practice’ have been incorporated
Aviation SAFE LOADING OF AIRCRAFT
Why Ship Freight Correctly • Does it have to go by air? • Prevent accidents caused by Manually handling unknown quantities • Prevent damage to Aircraft • Prevent damage to personal Baggage • Prevent flight time delays
Reasons Given • Only Packaging Material Available! (Offshore) • Time restraints (Last minute request) • Commercial pressure • Lack of training and awareness
Common Occurrences • Incorrectly manifested weights • Heavy items put in the baggage hold when they should have been secured in the cabin • Inappropriate outer packaging • Items not secured in the outer packaging • Awkward shaped items do not have manhandling tethers • Insufficient information contained on the outer package label • Labels that are not durable for the duration of the journey
Guideline Principles - Packaging • For packages that require manhandling, there should be adequate hand holds, i.e. handles, cut outs in the outer packaging, or grab loops, especially for awkward shapes means of man handling should be made available, • If not can the package be broken down into smaller items or packaged such that mechanical assistance is appropriate. • Ensure the item is secure within its package, i.e. it cannot move or leak, and its weight distributed evenly.
Guideline Principles - Labelling • Ensure the item is “clearly, legibly and accurately” labelled not only with its contents but also with its weight, • if it is a heavy item, make sure the label is large enough to be seen and marked accordingly, make the pilot aware of the fact, if necessary highlight the manifest. • All labelling should be durable and should remain in place for the duration of transit.
Consequences • Up to £20’000 for incorrectly manifested dangerous goods. • Company removal for shipping Dangerous goods by air • Cost of damage to the aircraft and downtime • Bad Publicity
Checklist • Does it have to go by Air? • Has the correct package been selected (Liquid, Chemical, UN if applicable)? • Has the destination of freight clearly marked? • Has the sender information clearly marked? • Accurate Weight of freight recorded? • Freight suitable for manual handling? • All warning Labels attached? • Manifest correctly completed?
Cargo Movements These guidelines apply equally to inbound and outbound shipments.
Headline Changes • Shipment of portable gas equipment • Dedicated Aviation section • Dangerous goods by air and sea • Documentation • Tubular handling • Container Packing • Snagging of cargo • Responsibilities • References to New legislation to raise awareness
Revision 3 The aim of these Guidelines is to create a supply chain which: Promotes Safe Processes Eliminates Bad Practice Challenges Non-conformance “No Harm to People!”
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