86Requirements for masters of ships—procedures

86 Requirements for masters of ships—procedures

86 Requirements for masters of ships—procedures

(1) This section applies to a master of a ship that has explosives on board.

(2) The master of the ship must ensure there are procedures in place that ensure the following—

(a) explosives are handled without delay or interruption, other than during an electrical storm,

(b) ship personnel involved in handling explosives receive training about correct handling methods, potential dangers and emergency procedures for explosives before handling explosives,

(c) spaces within the ship into which the goods are to be loaded are clean and safe,

(d) only packages that are in good condition are received on board the ship,

(e) the relevant authority is notified if containers or packages for explosives are damaged while being handled,

(f) damaged containers or packages are set aside for examination and repair or safe disposal,

(g) if there is a dangerous goods incident on the ship—

(i) the relevant authority is notified immediately, and

(ii) the spillage or leak is contained and secured, and

(iii) appropriate specialist advice to address the incident is obtained.

Maximum penalty—60 penalty units.

(3) The master of the ship must ensure the procedures required under this section are followed when required.

Maximum penalty—60 penalty units.