Bulk Cargoes: A Guide To Good Practice

Explains basic rules during loading, carriage and unloading of bulk cargoes. It describes where various regulations, recommendations and general guidance can be found, and discusses procedures, preparations and good seamanship practice for appropriate and safe carriage of cargoes in bulk. It also describes the problems and recommended procedures associated with particular types of bulk cargo, and gives guidance on points to be remembered during passage planning and the voyage itself.