Crude Oil Cargo Procedures: Ballasting / Deballasting

This mobile form includes fields to document items such as date, vessel name and ID, an inspection of general orders, inspector details and captures the inspector's signature. Once the mobile app is filled out a secure PDF is generated. The PDF is easy to share, and a copy is stored in your account for your crude oil records. You can also use the App Builder to personalize and customize this mobile form.

This crude oil cargo app has been prepared for use by the tanker Master and Officers in various operational procedures, namely with safe load and carriage of cargo. The Master and Officers should upon joining the ship learn all ship particulars and characteristics. The Master should ensure that the Officers and crew are made aware of their respective responsibilities. Each Officer and crew member should understand the contents of this app.

The app covers questions like the following: Description of ballasting and deballasting actions and precautions. When the ship is not carrying cargo or is lightly loaded, sufficient ballast must be carried to ensure that the ship’s stress, stability, draft, trim and propeller immersion is within permissible limits to guarantee the safe handling of the vessel in the prevailing or expected conditions. Ballast operations must always be carried out within capabilities of the vessel and its systems and if the vessel is unable to follow any of the procedures described below the Company is to be advised.

Use this app to optimize ballast water management and improve overall operations according to regulations and requirements. As an officer, use this app to ensure that safety precautions are taken and safety arrangements are made for crude oil transport by sea.