The second edition has been extensively revised and updated to reflect current best practice in chemical tanker operations. This includes updates to procedures and recommendations for cargo carriage, which reflect the latest regulatory requirements. These primarily include updates to the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (IBC Code) and the MARPOL Convention.The book looks in turn at every stage of a chemical voyage, including:– The importance of product identification and how this affects stowage, segregation and handling.– Creating a load plan and assessment of cargo related risks, with regards to the hazards of chemicals such as noxious liquid substances.– Methods of tank cleaning, tank washing mediums and testing standards for cargo tanks.– Loading operations, including information on loading rates and temperatures, sampling, cargo calculations, deballasting and vapour return systems.– Guidance on cargo calculations, recordkeeping and tanker related paperwork.– Information on cargo tank coatings and cargo systems, including cargo pumps.– Conditions of carriage and cargo care, including heated cargoes, nitrogen blanket cargoes, recirculation and inhibited cargoes.– Preparations for arrival, including discharge procedures and ballasting.– Prewash operations.
