FUELLING TIPS

Mooring lines should be tight and adequate for all anticipated conditions.

There should be adequate length of transfer hose to avoid undue strain on the fuel connection.

The hose should be in good condition, with no visible sign of damage.
(bulges, gouges, damage to the hose reinforcement).

The connection at the vessel manifold must be sufficiently tightened and sealed.

Vessel scuppers should be plugged and appropriate spill protection equipment readily available.

The emergency shutdown procedure should be established with both crew and supplier before delivery takes place.

There should be a no smoking ban with clear signs in place throughout fuelling and fire fighting equipment must be at the ready.

Quantity and pumping rate should be agreed with the vessel and supplier before delivery.

A vessel representative should inspect the trucks and agree the quantity before delivery.

A vessel representative should witness the sampling of the product during delivery.

Official sealed and documented samples should be retained by both vessel and supplier.

Final quantity received on board should be agreed and signed for on the delivery note at completion of loading.