Lashing Points
Specific requirements apply to the vehicle’s securing points so that it can be safely secured on board.
Safe, secure lashing is important
The master of a ship must be satisfied that all cargo on the ship, including vehicles, can be secured safely. If cargo moves when the ship rolls or pitches, it can be a serious hazard to people, other cargo, and the ship itself.
The master is responsible for the safety of the ship, and everyone and everything on board. To maintain safety, the master can refuse to carry any vehicle that cannot be secured appropriately for the planned voyage.
For vehicles with a gross mass of 3.5 tonnes or more, specific requirements apply to the vehicle’s securing points so that it can be safely secured on board a roll-on roll-off ship.
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This information is sourced from Maritime New Zealandopen_in_new, regarding Maritime Rule 24B.10 |
Requirements
This guide (370 KB, Pdf) provided by Interislander gives information about the following:
- Which vehicles are required to comply, with examples
- Lashing point size & signage specifications, with examples