Cargo Operations & Handling Flashcards
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Which document serves as the official receipt for cargo shipped and outlines the terms of carriage between shipper and carrier?
Answer: Bill of Lading
A bill of lading is issued by the carrier to acknowledge receipt of cargo and outlines the terms of transport, serving as both a receipt and a contract of carriage.
What is the primary purpose of dunnage in cargo operations?
Answer: To protect and separate cargo from moisture and physical damage
Dunnage consists of materials (wood, matting, inflatable bags) placed under or between cargo to protect it from moisture, improve air circulation, and prevent damage.
Which class under the IMDG Code covers flammable liquids such as gasoline and ethanol?
Answer: Class 3
IMDG Code Class 3 covers flammable liquids, defined as liquids with a flash point not exceeding 60°C, including gasoline, ethanol, and acetone.
What is the purpose of a cargo manifest?
Answer: To list all cargo aboard including quantity, nature, and destination
A cargo manifest is a document listing all cargo aboard a vessel, including details of quantity, description, and ports of loading and discharge, used by customs and port authorities.
What does 'broken stowage' refer to in cargo operations?
Answer: The unused space in a cargo hold that cannot be filled due to cargo shape
Broken stowage refers to the wasted or lost space in a cargo hold that cannot be filled due to the irregular shape or nature of the cargo, reducing the hold's effective carrying capacity.
When loading a vessel, what is the primary stability concern the cargo officer must monitor?
Answer: Maintaining an adequate metacentric height (GM) throughout loading
Maintaining adequate metacentric height (GM) is critical during cargo loading to ensure the vessel remains dynamically stable and can return to upright after heeling.
What is a Dangerous Goods Declaration?
Answer: A shipper's document confirming the nature, quantity, and classification of hazardous cargo
A Dangerous Goods Declaration is a document completed and signed by the shipper certifying the accurate description, classification, and packing of hazardous materials being shipped.