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Before LNG ship arrival to the discharge port, the crew proceeds with preparations and checks 📊 for a safe operation. These checks are split for three 3️⃣ days before arrival.
One 1️⃣ day prior arrival
👉 Cargo System
Inspect and ensure the intended offshore manifold is secured and pressurised with N2.
👉 Cargo/Spray pumps
Insulation resistance to earth to be checked. They may warn of potential electrical failures and possible breakdowns of electrical insulation.
👉 Line up for discharging and to be double checked by CO/GE.
👉 Mooring and associated equipment to be checked and tested.
👉 Cargo boil-off systems.
Emergency closing facility for Fwd Mast to be activated (Inhibit removed from Bridge).
👉 Manifold curtain
To be tested to ensure hull protection against LNG leakage.
👉 Fire pump, IMO pump, Emergency fire pump and Emergency generator to confirm availability for the discharge procedure.
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👉 Cargo/Ballast Plan.
To be prepared and completed by Chief Officer and approved and signed by all deck officers.
👉 Pilot and accommodation ladders to be checked and tested as appropriate.
👉 Arrival/Departure stability conditions to be prepared and discussed.
👉 Arrival/Departure paperwork to be prepared and made ready for terminal staff and surveyors.
👉 In accordance with the company SMS, a pre-port meeting is held before arrival to discuss Discharge agenda, terminal requirements, safety, ISPS security compliance, system/ship defects, shore -leave control, intended reliefs, Storing/Bunkering requirements.
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