Southern Transport Service SOP

Master's Instructions
PURPOSE
To provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in the
use and requirements of the company's Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
SCOPE
All SOP documents issued by Southern Transport Service.
ORGANIZATIONAL UNITS AFFECTED
All vessels owned or managed by Southern Transport Service.
POLICY
Southern Transport Service has developed a set of SOP's to guide the Master and other
ship's officers in the safe, efficient operation of each vessel. These include instructions for
General Ship's Business, Bridge and Deck, HSE, Personnel, Engineering, and Contingency
Planning. The instructions provided are the minimum requirements of Southern Transport
Service and will not relieve the Master or any other ship's officer from any statutory regulation.
These instructions are not intended to cover every circumstance or event and the Masters
have the absolute right when faced with a situation not covered to choose their own course of
action. Knowing that each vessel is unique, the Master of the vessel is encouraged to expand
upon these procedures and tailor them to fit each vessel as long as the minimum
requirements set forth are met.
PRACTICE
The Master of each vessel is to be fully conversant with the SOP's of Southern Transport
Service. These will be maintained on each vessel by the Master. It is the Master's
responsibility to ensure that all officers are familiar with these as well as ensuring that
instructions provided are carried out as written. All officers are responsible for ensuring that
the ratings are aware of these procedures and that they are followed.
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Record Keeping
PURPOSE
To provide guidance to the Master and Officers of records of Southern Transport Service
vessels for keeping operational records of the vessel.
SCOPE
Records kept aboard Southern Transport Service vessels including but not limited to; Logs,
Inventory, Ships Documents, Personnel, HSE forms, Ship to Office Reports.
All vessels owned or managed by Southern Transport Service
POLICY
It is the responsibility of the Master and Chief Engineer to ensure that all records pertinent to
their departments as required by Flag State, Port State, International Regulation and
Company are maintained.
PRACTICE
Individual records will be discussed in detail in other parts of these SOP's. It is important to
remember that all records are part of an audit trail that must be maintained for internal and
external needs. In general the records must be kept aboard and available for inspection for
the following periods of time;
Logs - Three years then send to office for storage. These include Deck, Engine Room,
Garbage Log, and Oil Record Book.
Inventory - Three months of updates.
Documents - Dispose of outdated or expired documents upon receipt of replacement.
Personnel - Maintain as long as employment on vessel is active, when transferred or
terminated forward to office.
Permit to Work (PTW): Records shall be kept for two years.
Reports to Office - Weekly, trip, and general communications for two years then destroy.
All records created on computer can be saved to a CD-R and no paper copy required unless
a signature is required on the record. These CD's will be clearly labeled as to their content
and stored in a "read only" format to keep them from being altered or overwritten.
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Bridge and Engine Room
PURPOSE
proper keeping of the bridge and Engine Room log books.
SCOPE
The Bridge and Engine Room Logs maintained on all Southern Transport Service vessels.
POLICY
The Bridge Log is an official legal document detailing the vessels movements and particulars
for each voyage. It is important that this log contain the appropriate information and is filled
out correctly by the vessels watch standing officers. The Master and Chief Officer will sign
each daily sheet of the log which attests to their acceptance of the correctness of the entries
for that day.
The Engine Room Log is also an official document detailing the engine room conditions,
readings and activities. The Chief Engineer will sign each daily sheet of the log which attests
to their acceptance of the correctness of the entries for that day. Those Engineers that wish to
also use a "Rough Log Book" may do so, but the Official Engine Room Log shall be properly
maintained on a daily basis.
PRACTICE
There are numerous standard daily entries that must be made, as they will be the subjects of
scrutiny from time to time by clients, Port State Control, Flag State, Classification Society, or
the owner. All entries to the log will be made in black ink with safety related entries to be in
red ink. If a mistake is made one line will be drawn through the entry and initialed by the
person making that entry. Under no circumstances will an entry be scratched out or altered in
any way other than the single line
strike-through as noted above. The use of "White-Out" is strictly prohibited. Most STS engine
rooms maintain a rough log book in addition to our official paper logs, the engineers are to
ensure that these are signed at the end of each day
It is the Master's responsibility to periodically inspect both the Deck and Engine Room log
books to ensure that all entries are being completed as per Flag State, USCG and Company
Policy. If the Master discovers that logs are not being maintained as per policy, he is to
immediately implement corrective action onboard and to notify STS operations staff.
Also, if the officers fill in their Master Deck Log on the computer, you must also maintain a
separate rough hand written deck log book with the same information. Those that would not
prefer to maintain two separate logs, then print out the blanks Master Deck Log sheets and fill
in the daily information by hand.
The following list details these daily entries, for Deck and Engineering departments.
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Deck:
• The position of the vessel will be noted at least every two hours, except while secured to
a dock, then note on logs what dock it is and location.
• Any unusual sightings or occurrences will be noted, i.e. equipment failures, accidents,
injuries, etc.
• All course changes when not on prospect or in pilot waters will be noted.
• Details of re-supply ops will be noted, i.e.; lines on, hose over or off, personnel
transferred, fueling start, and stop.
• Daily tests of the ships whistle and general alarm, switch over of the steering pumps, #1
pump on odd days #2 pump on even days at 12 noon each day so as to not wake crew
that may be sleeping and also the crew will know that at a certain time each day the
alarm will sound. The alarm test will be a short signal on the Bell and Whistle, so crew will
not confuse it with an actual emergency.
• All safety meetings or drills will be noted.
• Testing of the steering gear and propulsion as required within 12 hours of port arrival or
departure.
• Port information such as pilot aboard, pilot's name, pilot off, time docked, time departed,
name of dock. Drafts upon arrival or departure.
• Daily fuel consumption and remaining.
• Bunkering times, quantity received or pumped off.
• The following page line after the "Last" entry in the Master Bridge Logs, will have a
diagonal line drawn in red ink starting from the last entry, top left side down to the bottom
right side of the page with "Closed to Further Entries" written "along" the line. This will
prevent anyone from going to previous log and adding entries to it. In addition, no spaces
are to be left in between entries and watch changes, that would allow an individual to
have space to add any unauthorized entries.
Engine Room:
• Monitor main engine and auxiliary engines temperatures. Monitor oil levels in all engines.
• Amount of oil used each day and what piece of machinery it is being put in. Keep track of
fuel used and transferred, from tank to tank.
• Monitor all water levels in the engines.
• Record all fuel and oil transfers to other vessels.
• Record all repairs done in the engine room and to the other equipment onboard the
vessel.
• Record any problems that cannot be repaired and promptly notify the Port Superintendent
• Record who is on watch and when.
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Master's Standing Orders
PURPOSE
To provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in
Bridge Team Management and Bridge Organization.
SCOPE
Master's Standing Orders required on all Southern Transport Service vessels.
POLICY
A set of Master's Standing Orders will be issued and maintained aboard all Southern
Transport Service vessels. These orders and any amendments will be read and signed as
understood by all deck officers. The Master will familiarize newly joined officers with these
orders and any other directives before they take over a watch. The Master will also ensure
that all officers are familiar with the set up and operation of all bridge equipment.
PRACTICE
The Master's Standing Orders will at a minimum, include the following topics:
• when to call the Master;
• reduction in speed due to restricted visibility, heavy weather or other circumstances as
encountered;
• posting of lookouts;
• manning the helm with instructions on when to change from automatic to manual
steering and what to do in case of steering malfunction;
• use and correction of charts;
• use of echo sounders, radar, and other navigational aids;
• the need to check information to avoid "one-person" errors;
• communications via radio or Inmarsat;
• boarding arrangements for pilots;
• watchkeeping in Port;
Sample Master's Standing Orders
Standing orders of the M/V
All watchkeepers will read and sign these standing orders when fully understood. The
contents of these orders are to be strictly adhered to by all watchkeepers. When in doubt call
the Captain!
All Deck Officers will be familiar with the steering system, all Bridge equipment, life-saving
equipment, and firefighting equipment aboard this vessel.
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At Sea
1. General:
a) Always comply with COLREGS 1972 (Rules of the Road)
b) Always keep a proper lookout.
c) Never leave the Bridge without a proper relief. If needed call a seaman, a mate or me.
d) Always be on guard against "one person" errors. If you see something that does not look
right to you, ask about it. We all make mistakes and when so much is at stake, we need to
check each other to avoid getting ourselves into potentially catastrophic situations.
2. Relieving the Watch:
a) Verify and plot the ship's position using all methods available to you.
b) Verify the course, speed, and CPA of all contacts around the vessel.
c) Ensure that the proper navigation lights, day shapes, and signal flags are displayed. Lights
will remain on 24 hours a day.
d) Verify that all required safety radio channels are being monitored as well as the working
channels being used between vessels we are operating with.
e) Verify current weather conditions and any forecast received.
f) Know the status of the operation and planned activities to happen during your watch.
g) Clear all EGC messages each watch. Print and display pertinent messages on the
Navigation Clipboard near the chart table.
3. Traffic:
a) Plot all new contacts for course, speed, and CPA.
b) Avoid close quarters with other vessels, structures, or dangers.
c) When in transit give all vessels, structures, or dangers at least a one-mile CPA. Make
passing arrangement early, six to eight miles away, and make early substantial, obvious,
changes in speed or course.
d) Notify me in ample time if a vessel has a CPA of less than one-half mile and no acceptable
passing arrangements have been agreed upon.
4. Watchkeeping:
a) Make full use of all Bridge equipment and navigation aids available to you. Fix your position
every two hours when in open sea and more frequently as needed when in coastal or pilot
waters, using as many methods as possible to confirm it. Do not become complacent with
the use of GPS as the sole tool for obtaining a fix.
b) One radar will always be on and the second brought on-line during inclement weather, in
pilot waters or heavy traffic. When both radar's are operating, keep one on a longer range
than the other and never have both operating on ranges over 12 miles. Make sure you log
on/off times in the radar log.
c) Compare magnetic and gyro compass readings every two hours and enter in the log.
d) Steering pumps will be switched over at 1200 daily.
e) Vessel will be in hand steering at all times when maneuvering alongside, in congested pilot
waters, narrow channels or close quarters situations at sea.
f) Both anchors shall be cleared, out of gear, and ready for immediate use whenever in pilot
waters.
g) If steering gear fails for any reason follow the emergency, steering procedures posted and
call me immediately.
h) Log entries are to be made every two hours with position, weather, engine Rpm's, course,
speed, and visibility. Any unusual sightings or occurrences, changes in course or speed
should also be logged as outlined in the SOP-l 0 1 Bridge Log document.
i) Respond to any requests from the Engine Room for a reduction in speed, circumstances
dictating.
j) Advise the officer on watch, in the Engine Room of any changes in speed while in transit.
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k) If heavy weather is encountered, reduce speed and change course if you feel the current
heading is dangerous to the vessel or crew. Call me immediately if you change course or
feel I need to be made aware of the worsening weather.
l) Notify the officer on watch, in the Engine Room one-hour before entering Pilot waters or
going alongside another ship at sea. This will give them plenty of time to have the second
generator on line before these operations.
m) Notify the officer on watch, in the engine room when anchoring or maneuvering alongside
in port that you are finished with the engines.
5. Call Me:
a) When an emergency or distress signal is heard or sighted.
b) In any developing situation, that you determine is potentially dangerous.
c) If there is a serious malfunction of any ship's equipment.
d) If there is an accident, illness or injury to a crewmember.
e) Whenever small boat operations will take place.
f) In restricted visibility or when there is a major change in the weather, reduce speed as
necessary, and then call me.
g) In any situation for which you have doubt. It is better to be called once too often than once
too late.
At Anchor or Hanging from Structure
1. As soon as the anchor is set, plot the position and set a watch circle.
2. Keeps a good check on the position of our vessel using Radar, GPS, and bearings on
landmarks or fixed structures.
3. Be especially vigilant for dragging anchor soon after anchoring, at peak current flow, changes
of tide, and in worsening weather.
4. Be alert for other vessels drifting down on you. If you determine that another vessel is drifting
down on us, call me than try to reach the other vessel by radio or signal lamp.
5. Unless otherwise noted, full anchor watches will be kept.
6. Keep a roving watch on deck for security and safety of the vessel. A vessel at anchor is a
prime candidate for piracy.
7. Ensure that the proper lights and shapes are displayed. Keep a radio watch.
Sailing and Arrival
1. Test all bridge equipment at least one hour before arrival in pilot waters or departure from
dock or anchorage, make a log entry: Bridge equipment and steering gear tested and
satisfactory.
2. Alert the Engineer on watch at least one hour before arrival or departure.
3. Ensure that the pilot boarding arrangements are in place and a rating is standing by to assist
the pilot if needed.
In Port
1. At least one officer and a rating must be aboard at all times.
2. Maintain an adequate security and fire watch.
3. Ensure that the gangway is properly rigged with-a-safety-net and is free to move with the
change in tide.
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Master's Signature Date
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Familiarization
PURPOSE
familiarization of new personnel on board Southern Transport Service vessels.
SCOPE
All personnel joining a Southern Transport Service vessel with duties that will have direct
involvement with the operation of the vessel or specific duties related to safety aboard the
vessel.
POLICY
The Master of the vessel must ensure that all new personnel are properly familiar with their
specific duties, equipment they will be using, and their role in safeguarding the safety of the
vessel and other personnel.
PRACTICE
All new crewmembers upon joining the vessel will be assigned to a watch that will be
overlapped by other knowledgeable crewmembers until it is felt that the new crewmember is
familiar with the equipment and procedures aboard the vessel. The Master will provide the
company's Standard Operating Procedures to all new officers who must read and sign off an
acknowledgement of understanding. In addition, all officers will sign off on the Master's
standing orders or the Chief Engineer's standing orders, as applicable, after they have been
read and understood. To further facilitate familiarization, a department specific checklist will
be used to ensure that all equipment and procedures relative to that department have been
presented and acknowledged as understood by all new crewmembers. These departmental
checklists will be made up by the Master, Mate and Chief Engineer.
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Passage Planning
PURPOSE
practice of
passage planning to ensure the safe navigation of the vessel at all times.
SCOPE
All vessels owned or operated by Southern Transport Service on any voyage.
POLICY
The Master will ensure that a passage plan is in place before embarking on any voyage.
PRACTICE
The development of a passage plan is critical for any intended voyage in order to determine
the needs for that voyage. The Master and his officers will jointly develop the plan and then
carry it out from berth to berth. The Master may delegate any part of the planning to another
officer but must fully approve of all parts before it is put into practice. A passage plan aboard a
Southern Transport Service vessel will contain the following elements as a minimum:
• Intended route with a list of charts and publications required for the passage.
• Contingency plan for any emergencies that may arise, requiring a deviation from the
intended plan. I.e. charts and information for selected ports along the intended route
that would have medical facilities repair facilities and air transportation.
• A complete layout of the intended course track, on all charts with a listing of all
waypoints and their positions, as well as any areas of concern along the track. This
listing will also contain ETA's to all waypoints and areas of concern.
• Pilot Atlas marked with the intended route on the appropriate month page(s) to
determine expected wind, seas, and currents along the route.
• A listing of the quantities of all consumables required for the passage, fuel oil, lube oil,
fresh water, provisions, supplies, and spare parts.
• Inspection of the on board medical supplies to determine if they are adequate for the
intended passage and destination.
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Drug and Alcohol Policy
This policy applies to all employees of Southern Transport Service.
Southern Transport Service is very concerned about the use, possession, distribution,
manufacture, purchase, sale, or offering for sale alcohol, illegal drugs, and controlled
substances in the workplace as well as abuse of prescription medications an over the counter
drugs.
Southern Transport Service strictly prohibits the following:
• Possessing or consuming alcohol while on the job, reporting for work, working or
attempting to work while under the influence of alcohol. No alcohol will be consumed
within six hours of sailing by any crewmember, during normal working hours, or whenever
cargo operations are scheduled.
• Distribution, manufacture, possession, using, selling, purchase, or offering to buy or sell a
controlled substance while on the job or at the workplace.
• Reporting for work, working or attempting to work while under the influence of any drug
except when under the care of a physician and where such use will not adversely affect
the employee's ability to safely carry out his/her duties or affect the safety and well-being
of other employees .
Southern Transport Service reserves the right to search any object, (not limited to, any desk,
briefcase, handbag, lunch pail, package, locker or vehicle) which is on or in the property,
facility, vessel, or work site of Southern Transport Service or a client. Such searches may be
conducted at any time at the sole discretion of Southern Transport Service.
Searches of an employee's person may be conducted when there is a reasonable suspicion
to believe that an employee is in violation of Southern Transport Service policy. Employee
consent to a search is a condition of employment and an employee's refusal to consent may
result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Southern Transport Service reserves the right to require a pre-employment drug and alcohol
screening as well as random or periodical testing during the course of employment. An
employee's consent to this testing is required as a condition of employment and refusal of
consent will result in termination of employment.
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Safety & Environmental Policy
Safety & Environmental Policy
Southern Transport Service will conduct its activities in a safe and environmentally conscious
way through the commitment of all of its employees. It is important that all employees
understand that they are expected to conduct themselves in a safe and proper manner while
carrying out their duties. This is a condition of employment and will way heavily in their
performance evaluation.
It is the policy of Southern Transport Service to:
• Place the safety of its employees, contractors, and third parties above all else
• Prevent pollution and protect the environment
Safety
• provide proper personal protective equipment (PPE) to all of its employees
• require that its employees evaluate assigned duties with the goal of recognizing the
hazards involved and taking steps to prevent accidents or injuries
• require all employees to participate in safety meetings, safety training and drills
conducted both on the vessels and ashore
• Southern Transport Service has established a goal of zero lost time accidents or
injuries
Environment
• use products or services that will not cause injury or have a negative impact on the
environment
• reduce or eliminate emissions, effluents and discharges of waste material
• adhere to all International standards in effect for pollution prevention and protection of
the environment
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Masters / Operations Personnel Review
of Company's Safety Management System
PURPOSE
To ensure that the Safety Management System is reviewed on a monthly basis, both in the
office and onboard our vessels.
SCOPE
This document describes the current policy and practice of Southern Transport Service.
All operations personnel and vessels owned or managed by Southern Transport Service.
POLICY
Each Master / Operations Personnel shall review the assigned ISM Point, that is sent to them
from the Safety Department, to verify that it is working in an acceptable manner.
PRACTICE
By our Safety Management System, Managers and Masters, both onshore and offshore are
required to
review Southern Transport Service Safety Management System on a monthly basis. This
system will ensure
that we are abiding by this requirement. It will continually improve our SMS system, as our
company grows, so will the SMS.
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Safety Training Onboard Vessels
PURPOSE
To provide guidance to crews for providing adequate Safety Training onboard their vessels.
SCOPE
Crewmembers are required to receive adequate safety training. This policy shall satify this
requirement.
POLICY
Senior Officers onboard STS vessels to maintain an active safety training program.
PRACTICE
The Masters are responsible to ensure that training is conducted and is adequate for their
crew needs and to notify STS for any materials he feels is needed. Masters and Engineers
onboard each of Southern Transport Service vessels will have an active safety training
program for the personnel under them. Southern Transport Service will provide the training
material, in the form of manuals, movies and any other material that may be needed to ensure
that the training onboard our vessels is adequate and that it conforms with the ISM code.
Listed below is a list of basic topics but not limited to only these:
Training and Assessment onboard. Accident Investigations
Confined Space & Related Health Issues Shipboard Accident investigations
Fall Prevention Respiratory Protection
Hearing Conservation Back Care for Marine Industry
Proper Lifting & Cargo Handling Lockout/Tagout, Procedures & Safeguards
Fire in Port Fire Safety, Identifies Fire Hazards
PPE Awareness Personal Injury Prevention
Machine Hazard Safety Response to Marine Oil Spills
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Accident/Injury Reporting
PURPOSE
To provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service.
SCOPE
All personnel aboard Southern Transport Service vessels.
POLICY
These would include any event that has or could have caused injury to any person, loss or
damage to any property or the environment.
PRACTICE
The Master must make a log book entry in the bridge log of the time and brief particulars of
any accident. The Master is responsible for reporting accidents or injuries to Marine Operation
Management within 24 hours of the occurrence using the Accident Report Form 204A for
property damage and Form 2048 for Injury or Illness and Form 204C Witness Statement, of
any personnel on board. Under no circumstances is the injured party to fill out their own
accident report form. The Master will obtain signed statements using Form 204C stating only
the facts of what happened from those witnessing or involved in the accident. The injured
party should also make a statement detailing in their own words what happened on the last
page of the injury report. These statements are to be forwarded to the Marine Operation
Management along with the report form. A brief statement from the Master is also required to
report corrective actions or recommendations made to prevent recurrence. Along with these
statements, the Master will send a Crew List of everyone that was onboard at the time of the
incident.
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Vessel Accident / Damage Report
Vessel Name:
Nature of the Accident:
Position of the Vessel:
Date & Time of Accident:
Date & Time reported to the Master:
Brief Description of the Accident (What Happened):
What was the damage?
What type of accident? (collision, crane ops, fueling, etc.?)
What action was taken aboard?
Was a third party affected?
If yes, were they aware of the damage?
Was outside assistance required?
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□ Yes □ No
□ Yes □ No
□ Yes □ No

If yes, whom did you contact and what were the instructions given?
Is the vessel able to continue operations at this time?
If no, what is the status?
What immediate assistance is required at this time?
What actions have been taken to prevent a re-occurrence of this type of accident?
Form must be faxed to Supervisor within 24 hours of the accident @ 850-784-9239
Vessel Name:
Form Completed by:
Signature:
Date:
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□ Yes □ No

Injury / Illness Report
Name of the Injured:
Position Held:
Date & Time of Injury:
Date & Time reported to the Master:
Brief Description of the Accident (What Happened):
What body part was injured?
What type of injury (cut, abrasion, strain, broken bone, impact, etc.):
Name of Vessel:
Was injured removed from the vessel:
Was outside medical assistance required:
If yes, whom did you contact and what were their instructions:
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□ Yes □ No
□ Yes □ No

Is the injured able to perform their normal duties at this time:
If no, what is their status?
What equipment, if any, was involved in the accident?
Was the injured wearing the proper PPE at the time of the accident?
If no, what should they have been wearing?
What actions have been taken to prevent re-occurrence of this type of accident:
Form must be faxed to Supervisor within 24 hours of the accident @ 850-784-9239
Form completed by:
Signature:
Date:
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□ Yes □ No
□ Yes □ No

Date:
Injured Signature:
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In the injured employee's own handwriting, if he is able to do so, have him describe the accident in detail. Sign
and date when completed.

Witness Statement Form
Vessel:
Name: Date:
In the individuals own words, describe what he saw and heard concerning this Accident, Injury, or Incidcent)
Signature:
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File a copy onboard with the associated reports and fax in copy to Supervisor within 24 hours. Originals are to
be attached to the other signed reports and sent to STS as soon as possible.

Personal Protective Equipment
PURPOSE
requirements and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
SCOPE
All personnel aboard Southern Transport Service vessels.
POLICY
Southern Transport Service will provide general Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to its
employees. This will include hard hats, eye protection, hearing protection, respiratory
protection, gloves and personal flotation devices (PFD's). All employees will use the proper
PPE for any task they are assigned; failure to do so could result in an injury or termination of
employment if this policy is not followed repeatedly. It is the responsibility of the Master to
ensure there is an adequate supply of PPE on board the vessel. Each employee will be
required to have a pair of steel-toed shoes on board the vessel, purchased by them.
PRACTICE
• Hard hats are to be worn on deck or on the dock during any crane operations. They will
also be worn at all times when outside the superstructure during shipyard periods.
• Eye protection is to be worn when carrying out any tasks that have the potential for eye
injury. This includes but is not limited to, paint chipping, grinding, sanding, wash down
using chemical cleaning agents, or dropping the anchor.
• Hearing protection is to be used when using pneumatic chipping or scaling equipment,
or by anyone, entering the engine room while machinery is running.
• PFD's will be worn at all times when in the rescue/work boat and at all times when on
the weather deck when engaged in any activity which requires equipment to be picked
up from or put into the sea.
• Respiratory equipment will be worn at all times when using chemicals whose MSDS
advises their use or when performing any task that generates airborne dust or
particles.
• Steel-toed shoes will be worn at all time when on the weather deck, in a shipyard or
alongside a dock during repair work.
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Confined Space Entry
PURPOSE
recognition, evaluation, and control of Confined Space Entry.
SCOPE
This document describes the current policy and practice of Southern Transport Service.
POLICY
No entry or work shall begin on any confined space on board a Southern Transport Service
owned or chartered
vessel without the permission of the Master of the vessel.
No Southern Transport Service employee may enter a confined space, such as a Fuel,
ballast, cofferdam or any
other space that is not mechanically or naturally ventilated at all times.
PRACTICE
A confined space is any space that has one of the following characteristics,
• Limited access or exit
• Poor ventilation
• Not designed for human occupancy
• Mechanical or electrical equipment that could present a danger to workers during entry
and work
• Dangerous by design (product contained, shape, etc.)
1. Once a "Confined Space" has been identified the Captain must be notified of the work intended
in the space. He will then notify STS of the situation and what is needed.
2. No entry into any confined space will be allowed onboard any STS vessel untill they are
secured at a dock and a Marine Chemist has come down to the vessel to evaluate and test the
space.
3. Oxygen in the space must be 20.5% and the LEL (Lower Explosive Limit) must be 0%. These
are the only acceptable limits for safe entry and work in the space.
4. If ventilation is required to the space, only grounded, bonded, explosion proof ventilation is to
be used.
5. Once a space has been declared as "Safe for Workers" by the Marine Chemist, a STS Permit
to Work shall be completely filled out, for the job at hand and the officer on watch will sign off
on it, also a sign shall be posted and the officer on watch notified when work is beginning.
6. The "Officer on Watch and Permit to Work Holder" is responsible for monitoring the space and
and the work that is being done and that all entry workman are working safety.
7. Once the work is completed the space shall be inspected, closed and the officer on watch
notified of the completion of the work and the Permit to Work shall be closed and signed off, by
the Officer on Watch.
8. Prior to entry, ensure that a Lock Out / Tag Out system is in place for all equipment that is in
the space being entered, electrical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic, etc. Also ensure all piping carrying
liquids, whether fuel, water, oil or gas, are secured from the source prior to entry.
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Waste Management
PURPOSE
effective Waste Management.
SCOPE
All waste generated by the vessel or received from another vessel or structure.
POLICY
All vessels owned or operated by Southern Transport Servicewill comply with Annex V
MARPOL 73/78. A Waste Management Plan will be posted in all workspaces aboard the
vessel and a waste disposal log will be maintained detailing the amounts of waste discharged
ashore for disposal.
PRACTICE
Sample Waste Management Plan:
Waste Management of the Southern Star I
As per Annex V MARPOL 73/78
In accordance with international MARPOL regulations and U.S. law, the following rules
regarding the disposal of garbage and other wastes are now in effect onboard the MN Gulf
Provider. The penalties for violation of the MARPOL and U.S. statutes are extremely severe
and it is our intention to avoid citation under these statutes, if at all possible. Therefore:
1. No plastic or plastic products of any kind are to be disposed of overboard at any time
except for the purpose of securing the safety of the ship and crew or the saving of life
at sea. (Reg. # 151.77) This includes such items as Styrofoam cups, plastic bags,
tape, etc. Waste of this type is to be bagged, and placed in the proper containers for
disposal ashore. (Reg. # 151.67)
2. No domestic waste (i.e. cans, glass, paper, or other garbage/waste) from living spaces
aboard is to be disposed of overboard except under the emergency clause previously
mentioned. All items (glass, cans, metal, etc.) will be stored in a designated area for
disposal ashore.
3. No maintenance waste (i.e., paint sweepings, rags, deck sweepings, oil soaks,
machinery deposits, etc) will be disposed of overboard except under the
aforementioned emergency clause. All other items are to be, properly bagged and
placed in a designated area for disposal ashore.
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4. No operational waste (i.e. cargo residues, work space trash, etc.) are to be disposed of
overboard except under the previously mentioned emergency clause. Cargo residues
will be kept aboard for proper disposal ashore. Workspace trash and waste will be
disposed of according to the previously mentioned procedures.
5. All sewage wastes are to be stored in the ship's sewage storage system and handled
to all applicable international and U.S. standards before overboard discharge.
Exceptions to this rule will be made only when the case exists where the retention of
such wastes for treatment will seriously effect stability and thereby imperil the ship and
its crew.
6. All victual wastes (i.e., food slops, food products such as meat, dairy products,
vegetables, and other food by-products) are to be ground up in the disposal. No victual
waste of any type, ground or ungrounded, is to be discharged overboard if the ship is
within 12 miles of any land, unless the previously mentioned emergency clause is in
effect. (Reg. # 151.69)
7. Responsibility for the implementation and enforcement of this plan shall rest with the
Master and such other ship's officers and personnel as he (the Master) may see fit to
delegate and/or to assign these duties.
8. Nothing in this plan shall be construed to or imply any restrictions on the Master's
authority to take whatever steps he may deem necessary to insure the safety of the
vessel and/or its crew in time of danger to the ship or to affect the saving of life at sea.
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Safety Musters / Drills
PURPOSE
conducting and evaluating safety drills.
SCOPE
All drills required by regulation or company policy.
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT AFFECTED
POLICY
All vessels owned or operated by Southern Transport Service will conduct regular
musters/drills in accordance
with International regulations, Flag State regulations, and company policy. Drills will be
conducted at irregular intervals and times to prevent them from becoming a complacent
routine. These drills are to be evaluated on SOP-Form 208 and discussed by the crew with
the goal of improving response time and actions with each evolution. The evaluations are to
be available for inspection aboard the vessel for a period of two years. All drills will be
recorded in the deck log and Panama official log if applicable.
PRACTICE
The following musters/drills will be conducted aboard Southern Transport Service vessels
within the minimum
intervals specified:
• Emergency Fire/ Abandon Ship(Muster) - Within 24 hours of taking on persons in addition
to the crew, or changing 25% of the vessel crew. These drills will be conducted to
familiarize all personnel with the signals, muster stations, location and use of personal
flotation devices and other emergency equipment. An evaluation and log entry will be
made for these musters.
• Fire/Abandon Ship - This drill will be conducted at a minimum of once a month with an
evaluation, discussion and log entry.
• Collision/Grounding/Flooding - One of these drills will be conducted at a minimum of once
per month with an evaluation, discussion and log entry.
• Rescue / Man Overboard - This drill will be conducted at minimum of once per quarter (90
days) with an evaluation, discussion and log entry.
• As per the American Bureau of Shipping requirements (ABS), emergency loss of steering
drills shall be conducted at least one every 3 months and noted in the master logs. Also
complete a drill evaluation form using SOP-F208.
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Drill Evaluation Form
Form Completed By:
Date:
Type of Drill: Crew Response Time:
Fire Excellent
Abandon Ship Adequate
Collision Poor
Grounding
Flooding
Man Overboard
Loss of Steering (every 3 months as required by ABS) Date last held:
Other
Attendance
Name Position Signature
Give a brief description of the drill
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Problems or discrepancies:
Corrective action taken:
Signature:
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Ballast Water Management Plan
United States Ballast Water Regulations
The purpose of the guidelines below is to implement the provisions of the Non-indigenous
Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 as amended by the National Invasive Species
Act of 1996. The guidelines listed below apply to all STS vessels operating on US waters. A
summary ofthese guidelines follow:
For all STS Vessels operating on waters of the United States:
The USCG has issued voluntary guidelines which are summarized below, for all vessels with
ballast tanks operating on waters of the United States.
• Avoid ballast operations in or near marine sanctuaries, marine preserves, marine parks
or coral reefs.
• Avoid taking on ballast water:
▪ With harmful organisms and pathogens, such as toxic algal blooms.
▪ Near sewage outfalls.
▪ Near dredging operations.
▪ Where tidal flushing is poor or when a tidal stream is known to be turbid.
▪ In darkness when organisms may rise up in the water column.
▪ In shallow water or where propellers may stir up sediment.
• Clean ballast tanks regularly.
• Discharge minimal amounts of ballast water in coastal and internal waters.
• Rinse anchors during retrieval to remove organisms and sediment at their place or
origin.
• Remove fouling organisms from the hull, piping and tanks on a regular basis and
dispose of any removed substances in accordance with local, state and federal
regulations.
• Maintain a vessel specific ballast water management plan.
• Train vessel personnel in ballast water management and treatment procedures.
For all STS vessels entering waters of the United States after operating on waters
beyond the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).
Additional guidelines, mandatory reporting and record keeping exist for all vessels entering
the waters of the United States after operating beyond the EEZ of the US and Canada. The
USCG issued regulations that require ballast water management practices for all vessels
entering the Great Lakes and the Hudson River North of George Washington Bridge, after
operating on waters beyond the EEZ. These guidelines are voluntary for all vessels that carry
ballast water into the US after operating beyond the EEZ; but mandatory for all vessels
entering the Great Lakes and the Hudson River north of the George Washington Bridge:
• Exchange ballast water beyond the EEZ, from an area more than 200 nautical miles
from any shore and in waters more than 200 meters in depth.
• Retain the ballast water on board the vessel.
• Use an alternate environmentally sound method of ballast water management that has
been approved in advance by the Commandant of the USCG.
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• Discharge ballast water to an approved reception facility; or exchange ballast water in
other waters recommended by the Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) Task Force and
approved by the USCG captain of the port.
Reporting and Record-Keeping Requirements:
The ship master, owner and operator, person in charge, or vessel agent must send a signed
copy of the following information to the USCG and copies of this information must be
maintained on board the vessel for at least 2 years.
United States Ballast Water Regulations:
• Ballast water management plan, has it been implemented?
• Copy of International Maritime Organization (IMO) guidelines.
• Vessel name, type, IMO number, flag, owner, GRT, call sign and agent.
• Last port, next port, arrival port and date.
• Total volume of ballast water capacity.
• Total volume of ballast water onboard.
• Total number oftanks in ballast.
• Total number of tanks on board that are used for ballast, will be discharged, have
undergone exchange or have undergone alternative management.
• Location, date, volume and temperature of ballast when each tank was loaded.
• Location, date, volume, and salinity of ballast water to be discharged for each tank.
• Particulars of exchange if conducted, including volume exchanged, location, date,
percent of tank volume exchanged and sea height at the time of exchange.
• Description of alternative management method, if used.
• Reasons if no ballast treatment method was used.
New Transport Lines, 1216 Beck Ave.
Panama City,FL 32401
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List of Ballast Tanks Onboard Vessel
Tank Capacity Location
Total Capacity
Alternative Procedures under Extraordinary Conditions
If, due to weather, equipment failure, or other extraordinary conditions, the vessel is unable to
affect a ballast water exchange before entering the EEZ, the ballast water shall be retained on
board. However, if the ballast water must be discharged, the Master must employ another
approved method of ballast water management, or request permission from the USCG,
Captain of the Port, to exchange the vessel's ballast water within an area agreed to by the
COTP at the time of the request and must discharge the vessel's ballast water within that
designated area.
Responsibilities
• The Master has the overall responsibility in all matters regarding the Ballast Water
Management Plan.
• The Chief Engineer shall be responsible for the ballast pumping operations. He shall
maintain a thorough knowledge of the ship's ballast tank and pumping arrangements.
He shall be aware of the different times required to undertake the various ballast water
exchange operations.
• The Engineers shall report all ballast operations to the Deck Officer on Watch.
• The Deck Officer on Watch shall be responsible for keeping a record of all ballast
operations in a Ballast Water Management Log.
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Where and when to send the required information:
Before vessels bound for US ports other than the Great Lakes or the Hudson River, north
ofthe George Washington Bridge depart from the first port of call in the waters ofthe United
States, they must send the above information by one of the following methods:
Mail or e-mail to:
USCG
c/o Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC)
P.O. Box 28
Edgewater, MD, 21037-0028
e-mail: nbic@ballastreport.org
Fax to:
Commandant
USCG
c/o the NBIC
Fax No. (301) 261-4319
The address for the California State Lands Commission is as follows:
California State Lands Commission Marine Facilities Division
200 Oceangate, Suite 900
Long Beach, CA 90802
FAX: 562-499-6444
Email: bwform@slc.ca.gov
At the entry of a port other than the United States: The Master shall contact the port captain,
for the port he is going to enter.
If any information changes, send an amended form before the vessel departs the
waters of the United States
Ballast Water Reporting Forms and other Information:
Commandant, (G-MSO-4)
2100 Second Street, S W
Washington, DC 20593-0001 (202) 267-0500
New Transport Lines
1216 Beck Ave.
Panama City, FL 32401
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BALLAST WATER REPORTING FORM
1. VESSEL INFORMATION 2. VOYAGE INFORMATION 3. BALLAST WATER USAGE AND CAPACITY
Vessel Name: Arrival Port:
IMO Number: Arrival Date (DD/MM/YYYY): Total Ballast Water on Board:
Owner: Agent: Volume Units No. of Tanks in Ballast
Type: Last Port:
GT: Country of Last Port: Total Ballast Water Capacity
Call Sign: Next Port: Volume Units Total No. of Tanks on Ship
Flag: Country of Next Port:
4. BALLAST WATER MANAGEMENT Total No. of Ballast Water Tanks to be discharged:
Of tanks to be discharged, how many: Underwent Exchange Underwent Alternative Management:
Please Specify alternative method(s) used, if any: ___________________________________________________________________________________________
If no ballast treatment conducted, state reason why not: _______________________________________________________________________________________
5. BALLAST WATER HISTORY: Record all tanks to be deballasted in port state of arrival (enter additional tanks on page 2). IF NONE, GO TO #6
BW SOURCE BW MANAGEMENT PRACTICES BW DISCHARGE
% Exch
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Ballast Water Tank Codes: Forepeak: FP, Aftpeak = AP, Double Bottom = DB, Wing = WT, Topside = TS, Cargo Hold = CH, Other = O
6. RESPONSIBLE OFFICER'S NAME AND TITLE: _________________________________________________________________________________________
IS THIS AN AMENDED BALLOT REPORTING FORM? YES □ NO □
Specify Units Below (m3
, MT, LT, ST, gal)
Ballast Management Plan on Board? YES □ NO □ Management Plan Implemented? YES □ NO □
IMO ballast water guidelines on board [res. A.868(20)]? YES □ NO □
Tanks/ Holds
(List multiple
sources/ tanks
separately)
DATE
DD/MM/YYYY
PORT or LAT.
LONG.
VOLUME
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TEMP
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DATE DD/MM/
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ENDPOINT LAT.
LONG
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DATE
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Ballast Water Tank Codes: Forepeak: FP, Aftpeak = AP, Double Bottom = DB, Wing = WT, Topside = TS, Cargo Hold = CH, Other = O
Tanks/ Holds
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sources/ tanks
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DATE
DD/MM/YYYY
PORT or LAT.
LONG.
VOLUME
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TEMP
(units)
DATE DD/MM/
YYYY
ENDPOINT LAT.
LONG
VOLUME
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Lockout Tagout
PURPOSE
To provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels on
Lockout Tagout
methods for servicing or maintaining electrical, mechanical, hydraulic or pneumatic systems,
equipment or machinery.
SCOPE
Any work to be performed on any system or equipment aboard the vessel that is energized by
rotating machinery or electricity, or involves hydraulic pressure or pneumatic pressure.
POLICY
No work shall be performed on any system, machinery, or piece of equipment unless it has
been rendered inoperable at the power source, locked-out and tagged out of service by the
person performing the work. An officer of the vessel will verify this before work may proceed
PRACTICE
Lockouts and tags are available on the vessel in a prominently displayed area. Prior to
commencing any work, the source of power to the system, machinery or equipment to be
serviced will be secured and tagged as secured for work in progress with the date and the
name of the person placing the tag on it. Any systems with pressure on them will be bled
down and the valves allowing pressure into the system closed and tagged as above. Lockouts
should be used whenever possible to ensure no one will be able by-pass the tag out. All work
performed requiring lockout or tagout will be entered in the engineer's logbook. SOP-Form
212, Permit to Work shall be filled out prior to commencing work, with all appropriate
information for the job at hand.
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Hot Work
PURPOSE
To provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels for all
Hot Work performed.
SCOPE
Any burning or welding carried out aboard the vessel.
POLICY
No "Hot Work" will be carried out on board a Southern Transport Service owned or charted
vessel without a
valid "Permit to Work" (SOP-2l2). The permit will only be valid if the following minimum
requirements are met and verified by a ship officer's signature.
PRACTICE
1. Only those personnel authorized by the Captain or Chief Engineer shall operate any
burning or welding equipment on each vessel.
2. Before any Hot Work commences the following requirements shall be met:
a) An SOP-Form 212 Permit to Work shall be obtained, filled out, and submitted to the
officer on watch on the bridge.
b) All equipment to be used shall be inspected to ensure that it is in good working
condition.
c) A fire watch shall be assigned; this will be a person in addition to the person
performing the Hot Work.
• A fire extinguisher shall be available at the Hot Work site
• A charged fire hose or fresh water hose shall be laid out at the Hot Work site
d) Proper PPE and clothing will be worn at all times when performing Hot Work
e) Area around Hot Work site to be policed and all combustible materials removed or
draped with fire resistant blankets.
3. Following the use of burning or welding equipment the user shall ensure that the
following points are adhered to:
a) The Hot Work site is properly cleaned up
b) The Hot Work equipment and all safety equipment are properly secured
c) If an extinguisher has been discharged, it is removed from service. The safety
officer is to be notified so it may be refilled or replaced as soon as possible.
d) The deck officer or leading seaman is notified of the Hot Work site so that it may be
properly primed and painted.
e) The officer on watch on the bridge is notified that Hot Work is completed and the
site is ready for his inspection.
4. Completed Hot Work Permits (SOP-Form 212 Permit to Work), are to be kept on file on
board for a period of two years.
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Permit to Work
PURPOSE
To provide guidance to the Officers and Crew.
SCOPE
To instruct Southern Transport Service employees in the proper use of the Permit to Work
system.
POLICY
It is the policy of Southern Transport Service for our Officers to familiarize themselves with the
use of the Permit to Work System and know how to properly fill out and check that the PTW
form is completed prior to work beginning.
PRACTICE
The Permit to Work is only valid for "one" 24-hour period. At the end of this period it must be
closed out and if the job is not completed, then another PTW is opened which will cover the
job for another 24-hour period. It is the Permit Holder and Officer on Watch who is responsible
to ensure the job can be performed safely before the job can be started.
On the Permit to Work Form, the entire first page is to be completed, the date, vessel name,
weather, location, and wind and sea states. The next section describes the area the work is to
be in, check the one that is appropriate. The following section is for a detailed description of
the work that is to be done with all the names of the persons involved in it.
The bottom of the first page is a series of check boxes; check the one that are relevant to the
job at hand.
Pages two and three of the PTW are for the different types of work that the PTW covers.
These are, Hot Work, Electrical/Pneumatic/Hydraulic, Confined Space, Working Aloft and
Crane Operations. Each of these sections has a series of check boxes that must be checked
prior to the start of the job.
On page three of the PTW, the Bridge Officer, Captain or Engineer signs off and dates it
stating that the work can be carried out subject to the safety precautions that were checked
off on the PTW.
The final stage of the PTW is the last section on page three. This is where the PTW is closed
out and states that the work was completed, suspended or canceled. A series of check boxes
declares the completion of the work. Then it is signed off and dated by the Captain, Engineer
or by the Officer on Watch.
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Permit to Work
Sequential Permit #: _____
Vessel Name: Date: Time Opened:____
Client: Location:
Weather Conditions: Wind Speed: Sea State:______
Description of Work:
Names of Personnel undertaking work:
Tick Relevant Boxes
* There is adequate supervision of work being undertaken. □
* The person in charge has adequate information. □
* SMS procedures relevant to the task/job adhered to. □
* Bridge and other relevant departments notified. □
* All necessary equipment isolated . □
* Unauthorized personnel to be kept clear of the work site. □
* Adequate instructions have been given. □
* Danger notices have been posted. □
* Appropriate instructions have been issued □
Hot Work:
* All combustibles have been cleared away. □
* Sufficient mechanical / natural ventilation to space. □
* Additional lighting required. □
* Fire fighting equipment in place. □
Electric/Pneumatic/Hydraulic Systems:
* Locate and isolate all required energy sources to the OFF position. □
* Locate and identify all switches, valves and other devices. □
* Area cleared and operating controls tested before work commenced. □
* Rubber gloves.
* Rubber mats.
List specific Location to be LOTO: ________________________________________________
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THIS PERMIT IS ONLY VALID FOR ONE 24 HOUR PERIOD.
Electric/Pneumatic/Hydraulic
Systems: _______
Confined Space:
_________
Working Aloft:
____________
Hot Work:
__________
Crane:
______________

Confined Space:
* Atmosphere vented for 24 hours prior to entry. □
* Atmosphere test before entry. □
* Atmosphere to be continuously tested. □
* Natural / mechanical ventilation. □
* Additional lighting required. □
* Oxygen resuscitator available. □
* Portable monitoring equipment in use. □
* Rescue equipment in place. □
* Airline equipment available. □
* S.C.B.A. Cylinders available □
* Communications in use. □
Name of Tank entry watchman: ________________________________________________
Working Aloft:
* Safety harness in use. □
* Safety footwear. □
* Fall arresting device in use. □
* Name of co-worker stationed below: _______________________________________
* LOTO's in place □
Name of Watchman on deck: ____________________________________________________
Crane Operations:
* All tag lines out and ready. □
* Vessel motion is steady enough to lift loads. □
* Hard hat and any other required PPE worn by all personnel on deck. □
* Gloves are to be worn by all tag line handlers. □
* Officer on deck at all times while crane is in operation. □
* Loads inspected prior to being lifted. □
Name of Crane Operator: ________________________________________________________
I declare that it is safe for the described work to be carried out subject to the
safety precautions above.
Permit Authorized by: _________________________________ Date: ___________________
Permit holder: _______________________________________ Time: ___________________
Signature of the Master/Chief Engineer (or their nominee)
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Completion of Work:
* I declare that the work covered by this permit is suspended. □
* And the work area made safe. □
* I request that the equipment be de-isolated. □
* Equipment has been de-isolated. □
* Equipment has been de-isolated. □
* Equipment and tools have been removed. □
* All personnel have been cleared from the work area. □
* Danger notices have been removed □
Date: _________________________________
Permit holder: _______________________________________
I am satisfied that the work has been safely completed / suspended / cancelled.
Permit Authorized by: _________________________________ Date: ___________________
Signature of the Master/Chief Engineer (or their nominee) Time: ___________________
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First Aid Kits - OSVs
PURPOSE
To have a set listing of Medical supplies onboard all our vessels operating in the USA. This
will make inventoring and requisitions much easier for the crews.
SCOPE
To provide guidance to crews for providing adequate first aid supplies onboard their vessels.
POLICY
Officers onboard all STS vessels are to maintain a proper inventory of the below listed
medical supplies. and to re-order in plenty of time to replace itemes before they run out.
These will be ordered using our standard requisition program and submitted to Purchasing.
This list will be posted on or in the first aid kit for inventory control purposes.
PRACTICE
Keep first aid supplies and quantities up to date by list in first aid box.
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Safety Meetings
PURPOSE
To provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport service vessels in
conducting regular safety meetinngs. .
SCOPE
Meetings conducted aboard the vessel where safety is the prime topic.
POLICY
At least two safety meetings will be held monthly aboard all STS vessels. The Master
will be responsible for choosing a topic and presenting the material to the crew. He may
designate another Officer to make the presentation but will be on hand to participte and guide
the meeting as necessary.
PRACTICE
Safety meetings will be conducted at appropriate times to ensure attendance by all personnel
aboard A record of attendance will be kept aboard for one year with all attendee's signing the
form.
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Safety Meeting Record
Conducted by:
Date:
Vessel / Location:
Attendance
Name Position Signature
Meeting Topic:
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Monthly Health, Safety, and Environment Report
PURPOSE
To provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels.
SCOPE
To insure adeouate reports to Southern Transport Service so they can keep track of all
aspects of Safety on each of the vessels owned by Southern Transport Service.
POLICY
The Safety Performance statistics for each vessel must be sent in to the STS office at the end
of each month. Along with copies of any crewmember trainings, e.g., fire fighting, first aid, etc.
The monthly safety report should be signed by the Captain or the Safety officer on board at
the time.
PRACTICE
Drills held for the month:
Type in a brief description and dates for the drill held for the month.
Crew safety meetings held for the month:
Type in a brief description and dates for the crew safety meetins held for the month.
Orientations that were done for the month:
Type in a brief description and dates for any orientations that was done for the month. Specify
whether they were STS employees or passengers.
Vessel Accidents, Injuries and Illnesses for the month:
Type in a brief description and dates for any vessel accident, injuries and illnesses that
occurred during the month, also note if any Accident Investigations that were conducted
during the month.
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Monthly Health, Safety, and Environment Report
M/V Date:
Drills:
Safety Meetings:
Onboard Training Classes:
Toolbox Meetings:
Orientations:
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Accidents / Ilnesses / Injuries:
Near Misses:
Equipment Failures (Safety Related):
Audit Summary:
Vessel Safety Hours: (24 hours per man per day)
Masters Review and Comments
Master: Date:
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Accident Definitions, Standards & Procedures
PURPOSE
To provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels.
SCOPE
To clearify set abbreviations in reporting forms and procedures, also to set the same
standards for all vessels to use.
POLICY
The scope of this manual is to describe Southern Transport Service guidance and procedures
for the various operations are given in a series of HSE modules. Each module provides basic
operating HSE for the particular subject. Use these modules to crew specific job procedures
and. A complete list of the modules is in Appendix A. These modules are continually being
updated and reprinted.
PRACTICE
ACCIDENT DEFINITIONS:
Definition of Terms:
Accident - Any event that has, or could have, caused an injury or illness to any person, a loss,
or damage to equipment or environment.
Cumulative Trauma Disorder (CTD) - Is a Repetive Motion Disorder, it is a disorder of the
musuloskeleton and nervous sytem that may be caused or aggravated by repetitive motions.
CDT's can effect nearly all tissues, nerves, tendons, tendon sheaths and muscules, wirth the
upper extemities most frequently effected.
Employee - Any person who is engaged in activities for the benefit of Southern Transport
Service and who recieves payment, even on a temporary basis.
Employment - All work or activity performed while carrying out an assignment or request of
Southern Transport Service, including related activities not specifically covered by the
assignment or request. Employment also includes activities, even outside working hours, in
which Southern Transport Service is the prevailing influence. Under certain conditions, travel
to and from work is considered as time of employment.
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Exposure Hours - The total number of hours of employment including overtime and training
but excluding leave, sickness and other absence. All hours worked by subcontractors under
Southern Transport Service prevailing influence should be included. STS is responsible for
the safety and health of all employees during working hours, when on company property and
when employees are working under the guidance or prevailing influence of Southern
Transport Service also monitors the safety and health of its subcontractors when STS has
prevailing influence over their operations.
Marine operations that operate 24 hours a day or provide accomadations to the crew should
count for 24 hours per day of exposure for those crew members.
Example: If STS personel stay in an hotel that is paid for by the company, then count 24
hours of exposure for those employees.
First Aid Case - Any one time medical treatment and! or follow up visit for observation of minor
injuries, including scratches, cuts, bums, splinters, etc., that ordinarily does not require
medical care. Such treatment and followup visit are considered first aid even when provided
by a physician.
Distinction between medical treatment and first aid depends on the treatment provided and
the severity of the injury being treated.
First aid is:
-Limited to a one time treatment and subsequent observation.
-Involves treatment for only MINOR injuries, as discribed above.
For example, a visit to a doctor to determine wheather the employee has an injury, does not
constitute medical treatment. Conversely, medical treatment can be provided to employees by
someone other than a physician or registered medical personnel. Example of this on STS
Vessels is the Mate or Captain administering first aid to a crew member.
Table 1 lists procedures that are considered medical treatment or fIrst aid.
Fatality - Death resulting from a work injury and / or occupational illness, regardless of the
amount of time between injury and death.
Lost Time Injuries - (LTI) - The sum of fatalities, permanent total disabilities, permanent partial
disabilities, and lost work day cases.
Lost Time Injury Frequency – (LTIF) - The number of lost time injuries per millon exposure
hours worked during the period. Company LTIF rates are calculated using the conversion
factor of 1,000,000. Thus,
LTIF = LTI divided by Exposure hours, times (X) 1,000,000
Lost Workday Case – (LWC) - Any work injury that renders the injured person unable to
perform a regular job or restricted work on any day "after the day on which the injury was." A
release to return to work or restricted duty must be from a doctor before the person may
return to work.
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Injury classification----- Medical Treatment versus First Aid
Normally Considered Medical Treatment Normally Considerd First Aid Treatment
• Treatment of infection
• Application of antiseptics during a
second or subsequent visit to medical
personnel.
• Treatment of 2nd to 3rd degree burns.
• Application of stitches.
• Application of Butterfly adhesive
dressing(s) or Steri-strip(s) in lieu of
stiches.
• Removal of foreign bodies embedded
in eye.
• Removal from foreign bodies from
wound if procedure is complicated
because of depth of embedment, site
or location.
• Use of prescription medications
(except a single dose administered on
1st
visit for minor injury or discomfort).
• Use of hot/cold soaking therapy during
2nd or subsequent visit to medical
personnel.
• Application of Hot/Cold compress(es)
during 2nd or subsequent visit to
medical personnel.
• Cutting away dead skin (Surgical
Debridement).
• Application of heat therapy during 2nd
or subsequent visit to medical
personnel.
• Use of whirlpool bath therapy during
2nd or subsequent visit to medical
personnel.
• Application of antiseptic during first
visit to medical personnel.
• Treatment of first degree burns.
• Application of bandage(s) during any
• Use of elastic bandage(s) during 1st
• Removal of foreign bodies not
embedded in eye.
• Removal of foreign bodies from wound
if procedure is uncomplicated and is,
for example, by tweezers or other
simple means.
• Use of non-prescription medication
and administration of a single dose of
prescription medication on I st visit for
minor injury or discomfort.
• Soaking therapy on enitial visit to
medical personnel or removal of
bandages by soaking
• Application of Hot/Cold compress(es)
during 1st
• Applications of ointments to abrasions
to prevent drying or cracking.
• Application of heat therapy during 1st
• Positive X-Ray diagnosis (fractures,
broken bones, etc.)
• Negitive X-ray diagnosis.
• Admission to a hospital or equivalent
medical facility for treatment
• Observation of injury during visit to
medical personnel.
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Lost Workdays - The number of lost work days is the total number of sheduled work days in
which the injured person was not able to work as a result of a lost workday case or a
permanent or partial disability. In the cases of a fatality or permanent disability, no lost work
days are recorded.
Lost workdays do not start until the day after the injury. Lost workdays should only be counted
if an employee was scheduled to work.
It is not acceptable to send an injured person on break to avoid counting lost workdays. The
break must be scheduled previously to avoid counting those days. Lost workdays should be
counted untill the employee is given a release by a doctor to full or restricked duty. Lost
workdays end when doctor gives the release.
Once management is notified that an injury case has gone into litigation, lost workdays cease
to be counted.
Medical Treatment Case – (MTC) - Any work injury that does not involve lost workdays or
restricted workdays but requires treatment by or under the specific orders of a physician, or
could be considered in the province of a physician.
Work injuries that require less treatment and / or attention than MTC's, sometimes termed
minor or first-aid-only injuries, should be recorded by the crew; but are not considered
recordable. If the injured party losses consciousness as a result of a work related injury, the
case must be recorded since loss of consciouness is assosiated with ore severe injuries.
Near Miss - An accident that does not result in injury, illness, damage or product loss.
Occupational Illness-v-An illness that is any abnormal condition or disorder other than a work
related injury caused by exposure to enviromental factors associated with employment. Flu
and colds, etc., are not occupational illnesses.
Occupational illnesses are not considered recordable work injuries.
Report all occupational illnesses that involve lost days and that are confirmed by clinical
testing or a doctor.
Occupational Illness Lost Days - The total number of sheduled work days that the ill person
was unable to work as a result of an occupational illness.
Permanent Partial Disability - Any work injury that results in the complete or permanent loss of
use of any member or part of the body or any permanent impairment of functions of parts of
the body, regardless of any pre-existing disability of the injured member or impaired body
functions. Lost work days are counted for accidents classified as permanent partial
disabilities.
Permanent Total Disability - Any work injury that permanently incapacitates a person and
results in termination of employment. "No lost days" are recorded for accidents classafied as
permanent total disabilities. These cases are classified by medical determination only.
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Prevailing Influence -Term used to discribe the degree to which Southern Transport Service is
responsible for the conditions and / or consequences of an accident.
Recordable Work Injury - Any work to an employee or subcontrator (under prevailing influence) that
results in fatality, permanent total disability, permanent partial disability, lost workdays, restricted
workdays and medical treatment cases. Any injury that progresses from a lower to a higher on the
above list is recorded in the higher.
Regular Job - A job that has not been established especially to accommadate the injured employee.
Subcontractor - Person who carries out work for STS and who's employees are engaged in activities
or are working on the premises (or both) where STS management practices are the prevailing
influence on personal safety, whether expressed in writing or not.
Reportable Accident - Any recordable work injury, acts of violence, accidents involving a third party,
near misses or occupational illnesses STS management must be made aware of all reportable
accidents.
Restricted Work Case – (RWC) - Any work injury that results in a work assignment that restricts the
person from all or any of the normal duties of the persons regular job. Restricted work assignment
must be meaningfull and pre-established or it must be a substantial part of a regular job.
Restricted Work Days - The number of restricted work days is the total number of calender days
counted from the day restricted work starts untill the person returns to his regular job.
If the injured person is permanently transferred to another job as a result of the injury, no restricted
workdays are reported and the injury is classed as a permanent partial disability. This type of injury
normally has lost time days associated with the injury since permanent partial disability is classified as
a lost time injury.
When resricted work is provided after a period oflost days, the restricted workdays are recorded in
addition to the number of lost workdays, however, the injury is recorded as a lost workday case only.
Third Parties - Persons or organizations who are not employed by nor contracted by Southern
Transport Service.
Total Recordable Case Frequency - (TRCF) - The number of total recordable cases per millon
exposure hours worked during the period. Thus, TRCF =TRC divided by Exposure Hours, Times (X)
1,000,000.
Total Recordable Cases – (TRC) - The sum oflost time injuries, restricted work cases, and medical
treatment cases. 1st aid cases should be documented on the crew and are not consider total
recordable cases.
Work Injury - An injury such as a cut, fracture, sprain, amputation, etc., that results from an accident
while working or from an exposure involving a single incident in the work enviroment.
Note: In some back injury cases, it is impossible to identify the single event that caused the injury, so
this is still classified as an injury to simplify record keeping since back cases usually are triggered by
some specific movement.
Injuries caused by deficiencies in equipment or management controls for which Southern Transport
Service is responsible are treated as work injuries, even when they occur outside working hours.
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Fueling Operations
PURPOSE
To provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels with
uniform guidelines
and minimum requirements that establish a safe procedure for transfer of fuel, lube oil, cable
oil, etc.
SCOPE
This document describes the current policy and practice of l , and may be amended at the
discretion of Southern Transport Service management. This policy and procedure does not
confer legal rights or impose legal obligations.
POLICY
Company policy and Maritime Law demands that we operate our vessels in a manner that will
protect the health and safety of our employees and the environment. This document sets forth
minimum requirements that must be met by any Southern Transport Service owned or
chartered vessel, before, during and following a transfer of fuel or oils.
PRACTICE
Before any transfer operation begins the following procedures will be followed with no
exceptions with out the approval of the Master and the Chief Engineer.
1. TANK SOUNDINGS
a) Soundings of all tanks will be made and logged on the tank sounding sheet before
commencement of liquid transfer.
b) All on board transfers of fuel and oil will be done to comply with the liquid loading
guidelines, as per the vessels stability book.
2. COMMUNICATIONS
a) Communications are to be established between the two vessels or vessel and
facility before mooring operations start. This will be done by VHF radios. The bridge
to bridge communications will be set up by the Masters of the two vessels, as to
what channels are to be used. The bridge of each vessel will monitor the mooring
gang.
3. MOORING
a) The vessels' moorings are to be strong enough to hold during all expected
conditions of surge, current, and weather and are long enough to allow adjustment
for changes in draft, drift and tide during the transfer operation.
b) If the transfer is at dock side, the man on gang way watch will be responsible for
checking mooring lines and reporting any problems.
c) If the transfer is at sea refer to MO-501, Rev.O "Vessel Mooring at Sea" 4.
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4. PRE-FUELING INSPECTION
a) No Smoking, Open Flame or Visitors sign will be posted at the gang way and at the
fueling station.
b) The bravo flag is to be displayed so that it is visible at all angles from the vessel by
day and the red fueling light is to be exhibited in the same manner after sunset.
c) Make sure all spill containment tanks are dry and clears of debris and drain plugs
are in place.
d) Make sure all oil spill containment kits are in their proper location, and fully stocked.
They should be at or near the fueling station.
e) Transfer hoses are to be long enough to allow the vessel to move to the limits of its
moorings without placing a strain on the hose. Check that each transfer hose has
no unprepared loose covers, kinks, bulges, soft spots or any other defect which
would permit the discharge of oil or hazardous material through the hose material
and also check that there are no gouges, cuts or slashes that penetrate the first
layer of hose reinforcement.
f) Make sure that both ends of the transfer hose are blanked off and not leaking
before passing it over from barge, vessel or facility.
g) After safely passing the hose over, it is to be lashed to the rail taking into account
the hose length and the blanked end is not to be taken off until the end is over the
spill containment tank at the fueling station.
h) Check that each part of the transfer system is aligned to allow the flow of oil or fuel.
i) Check that each part of the transfer system not necessary for the transfer operation
is securely blanked or shut off.
j) Check that the ends of each hose that is not connected for the transfer of oil or fuel
is blanked off using camlocks or other suitable means.
k) Insure that the transfer system is attached to a fixed connection on the vessel and
the facility/barge.
l) The camlocks on the hose will be secured with tape in the locked position and the
hose itself will be lashed with a strong piece of line from the end of the hose to the
fueling flange
m)Check that each over board discharge or sea suction valve that is connected to the
vessel or cargo tank system is sealed or lashed in the closed position; except when
used to receive or discharge ballast.
n) The Chief Engineer will complete the D.O.I. if all is found in satisfactory condition
the D.O.I. is signed and the bunkering procedures will commence. (D.O.I. 's to be
kept on file aboard for I year)
o) A fuel sample must be provided from the other vessel or facility for the approval of
the Chief Engineer. (Sample to remain aboard until all fuel is used from this
transfer)
5. PROCEDURES ON BUNKERING FUEL/OIL VESSEL TO VESSELIPORT FACILITY
a) Open the appropriate valves on fuel/oil manifold and check to ensure all other
valves are closed. The Chief Engineer will go back with other engine room
personnel to insure that the appropriate valves are lines up.
b) A prebunkering radio check will be done to ensure that proper radio
communications are established with bridge, sounding station, fueling station and
fueling barge/facility.
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c) When engine room personnel are at the appropriate sounding stations, they will
make radio contact with the Chief Engineer to start bunkering.
d) The Chief Engineer will make radio contact with the barge/facility personnel to start
bunkering procedures. The Chief Engineer will then contact the sounding stations
and the bridge watch to inform them that bunkering operations have began.
e) At regular intervals, the Chief Engineer will be informed on the status of all tanks
being filled. He will insure they are filled as per the liquid loading guidelines. He will
also insure that the pumpman is aware of the status of each sounding.
f) When the tank or tanks being filled are approximately 85% full the Chief Engineer is
notified and he will inform the barge/facility to start throttling back on his valve to
insure no spill occur and the tank or tanks are filled to the specified levels.
g) When the last tank or tanks are at the appropriate level the Chief Engineer will be
notified and he will give the command to secure bunkering procedures.
h) The bridge will be notified of transfer complete.
i) All valves are closed on the fuel/oil manifold and at all tanks.
j) Sounds tank and enter on to the sounding sheet.
6. FUELING COMPLETE
a) Fuel hose drained back to the delivery station
b) Hose to be capped over containment area and passed back over
c) Replace sounding tube plugs
d) Drain containment tanks into waste tank
e) Remove No Smoking, Open Flames, Visitors signs
f) Secure flag signal or light
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Vessel Internal Safety Audits
PURPOSE
To provide guidance to the Master and Chief Engineer of Southern Transport Service vessels
in conducting and evaluating internal audits onboard their vessels.
SCOPE
To ensure a regular audit time table is established, onboard each vessel.
POLICY
All vessels owned or operated by Southern Transport Service will conduct Internal Safety
Audits on themselves.
PRACTICE
Every six months, the Captain and Chief Engineer working together shall conduct an internal
safety audit of the vessel.
When the audit is completed, the Captain and Chief Engineer will assign corrective action to
crewmembers and or management, along with completion dates for all non-conformities and
observations found.
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Vessel Safety Audit Form
Safety and Health Physical Conditions Evaluation
General Work Conditions
Item Good N/A Bad
1. Floors (walking and working surfaces):
a) Drainage maintained □ □ □
b) Free of slips, trips, and hazards □ □ □
c) Free of protrusions, nails, etc. □ □ □
d) Opening covered or barricaded □ □ □
e) Clean, orderly, sanitary condition □ □ □
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
2. Aisle Ways and Passages:
a) Aisle marked □ □ □
b) Clear and unobstructed □ □ □
c) Sufficient width for all normal movement □ □ □
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
3. Ladders:
a) Safety feet in serviceable condition □ □ □
b) Free of grease and oil □ □ □
c) Doors blocked, locked, or guarded if in front of ladder □ □ □
d) Metal ladders no used in electrical areas □ □ □
e) Both rails supported □ □ □
f) Fixed ladders are in safe condition □ □ □
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
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Name of Person Inspecting: __________________________________________________
Vessel / Location: __________________________________________________________
Date: ____________________________________________________________________
Comments: __________________________________________________________________
Comments: __________________________________________________________________
Comments: __________________________________________________________________

4. Stairs:
a) Provide where there is regular traffic between levels □ □ □
b) At least 22” wide or as prescribed □ □ □
c) Angle between 30 to 50 degrees or as prescribed □ □ □
d) Steps uniform in height and tread depth □ □ □
e) Outdoor stairs have sufficient non-skid or grating to prevent slippage □ □ □
f) Handrails provided on open sides □ □ □
g) Hand rails at least one sided if closed □ □ □
h) Stairways adequately lighted □ □ □
i) Clear and unobstructed □ □ □
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
5. Exit / Egress:
a) Sufficient exits from work areas for prompt escape □ □ □
b) No locks or fastenings restricting escape □ □ □
c) Routes and exits clearly marked □ □ □
d) Exits and exit signs adequately illuminated □ □ □
e) At least two (2) exits from a work area □ □ □
f) Approaches to exits unobstructed □ □ □
g) Flammables kept away from exits □ □ □
h) At least 28” wide or as prescribed □ □ □
i) Open outward onto each level. □ □ □
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
6. Ventilation and Extraction:
a) Adequate means provided □ □ □
b) Air inlets and openings arranged to minimize escape of contaminants □ □ □
c) Enclosures provide continuous air flow inward □ □ □
d) Separators provided if air flow is recirculated □ □ □
e) Hoods draw air away from people □ □ □
f) Hoods connect to exhaust system □ □ □
g) Ductwork made of non flammable material □ □ □
h) Ductwork sealed and supported □ □ □
i) Deck tanks elbow/balls/vents operational □ □ □
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
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Comments: __________________________________________________________________
Comments: __________________________________________________________________
Comments: __________________________________________________________________

7. Lighting:
a) Walking and working areas adequately illuminated □ □ □
b) Lighting fixtures clean and in good shape □ □ □
c) Illumination level sufficient for detail or work performed □ □ □
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
8. Noise Exposure
a) Protection provided when sound levels may exceed standard □ □ □
b) Hazardous noise areas identified and marked □ □ □
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
9. Ergonomic Factors:
a) Design allows normal body positions when seating or standing □ □ □
b) Controls sized to permit operation with clothing/equipment normally worn □ □ □
c) Controls follow normal response patterns (down for off, etc.) □ □ □
d) Hand tools used permit normal body positions □ □ □
e) Limited weight and size of materials lifted or carried by people □ □ □
f) Lifting and twisting in combination not to be done in workplace □ □ □
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
10. Stacking and Storage:
a) Aisle ways, passageways and access paths clear and unobstructed □ □ □
b)
□ □ □
c) All stacks stable and secure against sliding or collapsing □ □ □
d) Proper drainage in storage areas □ □ □
e) Storage areas clean and cleared of foreign objects/materials □ □ □
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
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Comments: __________________________________________________________________
Comments: __________________________________________________________________
Comments: __________________________________________________________________
Small and irregular shaped items properly blocked, interlinked, with proper limitations
in height of storage
Comments: __________________________________________________________________

11. Chemicals and Fuels:
a) Tanks/drums of steel or appropriate material □ □ □
b) Tanks adequately ventilated □ □ □
c) Pressure relief valves provided on tanks, these include the tank's deck vents □ □ □
d) Adequate spill containment □ □ □
e) Proper spill absorbent materials and/or drainage provided □ □ □
f) Tanks/drums adequately supported □ □ □
g) Adequate storage cabinets provided; fire resistant and vented □ □ □
h) Approved portable safety containers used as required □ □ □
i) Non smoking signs posted where required □ □ □
j) Materials separated to avoid incompatibility reactions □ □ □
k) Means of exit / egress posted and prescribed □ □ □
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
12. Compressed Gases:
a) Stored upright and secured against falling over □ □ □
b) Segregated by contents and legibly marked □ □ □
c) Caps in place and hand tight □ □ □
d) Protection against rust and corrosion □ □ □
e) Stored away from heat sources □ □ □
f) Stored away from stairs, passageways, exits, and emergency exits □ □ □
g) Inspected for dents, corrosion, test records □ □ □
h) Adequate ventilation in storage areas □ □ □
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
13. Waste Disposal:
a) Adequate number of appropriate metal refuse containers □ □ □
b)
□ □ □
c) Safe disposal facilities for wastes □ □ □
d) Chemical spill absorbents available in work areas □ □ □
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
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Comments: __________________________________________________________________
Comments: __________________________________________________________________
Separate containers provided for oily rags, smoking materials, dusts, flammable,
scrap, chemical waste, etc.
Comments: __________________________________________________________________

14. Hand and Portable Tools:
a) Proper general condition of tools, electrical cords, air hoses □ □ □
b) Proper storage when not in use □ □ □
c) Guards and safety devices serviceable □ □ □
d) Electrical grounding or double insulated protected □ □ □
e) Power tools connected with constant pressure switches □ □ □
f) Tool retains installed on pneumatic tools □ □ □
g) Adjustments correct □ □ □
h) Load rating sufficient for work performed □ □ □
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
15. Machine Tools and Guards:
a) Proper general conditions, evidence of damage, cleaning, and lubrication □ □ □
b) Mechanical power transmission guarded □ □ □
c) Pinch points, in-running nip points and points of operation guarded □ □ □
d) Fixed guards secured into positions □ □ □
e) Interlock guards operative □ □ □
f) Automatic and operator guards properly adjusted □ □ □
g) Operating controls guarded against inadvertent actuation □ □ □
h) Emergency stop buttons operational, correctly positioned, labeled, and color coded □ □ □
i) Isolation and lock-out provided for servicing, setup, lubrication, etc. □ □ □
j) Guards provided for rotating parts, chips or particles, sparks, kickbacks, etc. □ □ □
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
16. Materials Labeling:
a) Standard labels affixed to all containers and substances in storage and in use □ □ □
b) Labels legible and visible □ □ □
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
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Comments: __________________________________________________________________
Comments: __________________________________________________________________
Comments: __________________________________________________________________

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