MONITORING
Independent Monitoring of Cargo Operations
Monitoring is carried out during loading and discharging operations to verify that cargo handling is performed in accordance with the agreed procedures and transshipment requirements. The survey provides independent observations of the cargo condition and handling process throughout the cargo operations on a 24-hour basis.
WHEN REQUIRED
Independent monitoring helps owners, charterers, and cargo interests verify that cargo operations are carried out in accordance with the agreed procedures. Continuous attendance during loading or discharging helps minimise the risk of cargo contamination or improper handling.
The monitoring assignment may include continuous observation of cargo handling, verification of the apparent condition of the cargo, monitoring for contamination by foreign materials, recording of weather conditions affecting cargo operations, cargo stoppages, operational interruptions and other circumstances related to the handling process.
SERVICE INCLUDES
- Attendance during loading or discharging operations
- Monitoring of cargo handling procedures
- Observation of the apparent condition of the cargo
- Monitoring for contamination by foreign materials
- Monitoring of weather conditions affecting cargo operations
- Recording of cargo stoppages and operational interruptions
- Recording of cargo hold opening and closing
- Daily photographic documentation of cargo operations
- Photographic documentation upon completion of loading or discharge
- Verification that cargo holds are empty after discharge
- Verification that cargo holds are acceptable for loading
- Immediate reporting of any irregularities observed during cargo operations
- Preparation of detailed monitoring reports
REPORTING
A detailed Monitoring Report is issued together with comprehensive photographic documentation. The report records daily observations, cargo handling activities, weather conditions affecting cargo operations, cargo stoppages, operational interruptions, observed irregularities and other relevant findings throughout the monitoring assignment.
The report provides independent documentary evidence supporting the client's operational and commercial requirements.