4Definitions

4 Definitions

In this Order:

bulk carrier has the same meaning as in Regulation 1 of Chapter IX of SOLAS as clarified by IMO Resolution MSC.277(85), as in force from time to time.

cargo space means a space that is:

(a) intended for the carriage of cargo, including a trunkway or hatchway to the space; and

(b) above or below deck; and

(c) enclosed or open.

cargo transport unit means a road freight vehicle, railway freight wagon, freight container, road tank vehicle, railway tank wagon, portable tank or multiple element gas container.

competent person, for material handling equipment, means a person who:

(a) for carrying out testing, examination in accordance with sections 4.2.2 to 4.2.5 of the ILO Code (known as thorough examination) and issuing certificates of test for equipment under this Order — is appointed by:

(i) the manufacturer of the equipment; or

(ii) a recognised organisation, or a classification society recognised by the country in which the vessel is registered, under a scheme of classification or certification of the equipment; or

(iii) a testing establishment that AMSA is satisfied:

(A) is competent to test and examine material handling equipment; and

(B) has the necessary equipment for testing and examination; or

(b) for carrying out examinations in accordance with section 4.2.4 of the ILO Code, other than those associated with testing of equipment under this Order or for determining the safe working load of loose gear that is not required to be permanently marked with a SWL:

(i) is appointed by the owner or master of the vessel; and

(ii) if the person is a seafarer who holds any of the following positions on board the vessel:

(A) master; or

(B) chief mate; or

(C) chief engineer; or

(D) second engineer.

Note In the Australian maritime industry, the engineer officer who performs the functions of a Second engineer specified by STCW Code Table A‑III/2 column 1, is generally referred to as the First engineer.

fibre rope means a rope constructed of natural or synthetic fibre.

hatchway means an opening that provides access for a person or cargo to a cargo space for loading or unloading.

illumination means the measured intensity of light in the horizontal plane 1 m above the working surface.