In this article, we will discuss the rules and conventions regarding hatch covers and how we can fulfil our obligations. We will not go into details and keep this more practical.
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
Some of the rules and conventions related to hatch covers are:
The Load Line Convention
SOLAS
Marpol
The ISM code
The Code of Safe Working Practices
The Maritime Labour Convention
Classification Society rules, and
P & I club/Insurance rules
When it comes to the carrier's responsibility for cargo damage relating to seawater ingress via the hatch covers, this largely depends on whether the carrier can demonstrate that they exercised due diligence to make the vessel seaworthy before and at the beginning of the voyage. This is where the Company's SMS, PMS, testing schedules, maintenance schedules, and, most importantly, record keeping will be minutely scrutinised.
PREVENTION OF WATER INGRESS
Now that we know about the hatch packing, bearing pads, and quick-acting cleats, let's see the other barriers in place and the testing arrangements.
The Hatch steel plating is the main barrier to prevent water ingress; in addition, we have other safety barriers, which include the hatch cover rubber packing and the inboard drain channel.
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