Britannia: How to ensure proper hatch cover maintenance onboard
Britannia P&I Club has published an article to inform interested parties how to maintain hatch covers properly, in order to avoid claims related to water ingress.
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Lessons learned: Keep emergency escape routes free of obstructions
As IMCA informs, a blocked emergency exit hatch incident proves to be "food for thought", as in case someone was trapped inside there could have been serious consequences.
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Lessons learned: Training onboard vital when operating the hatch cover
A fatal accident happened on board a bulk carrier, when it was en route to Port Hedland, Australia to load a cargo of salt in bulk, Hong Kong informs.
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Lessons learned: Sounding pipes should be clear of debris or cargo
In its series of hatch covers incidents, the Swedish Club provides lessons learned from an incident where water had entered cargo hold 1 of a bulker, causing wet damage.
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Lessons learned: Crew should inspect hatch covers to ensure their weathertight condition
The Swedish Club highlights the importance of securing hatch covers and checking that they are in good condition. Presenting a case, the Swedish Club explains how seawater may ingress into cargo holds in bad condition can cause serious damage.
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