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CD0404. Container ships, Securing cargo arrangements

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“Seagull CBT — CD0404. Container ships, Securing cargo arrangements” contains 14 questions across 1 collection.

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Where might stevedores who are unfamiliar with the ship find cargo lashing patterns based on the ship’s Cargo Securing Manual? Select the TWO best answers.

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  • These are commonly posted on placards between container bays.✓ Correct answer
  • These are commonly posted on placards on the lashing bridges (if fitted).✓ Correct answer
  • The Chief Officer will always issue the foreman with a copy of the Cargo Securing Manual.
  • Stevedores don’t need to check the Cargo Securing Manual as all container securing is always the same for cellular container ships.
How is a container’s securing components rated for strength according to the Code of Safe Practice for Stowage and Securing (The CSS Code)? Select the ONE correct answer.

One correct answer

  • According to Maximum Securing Load (MSL).✓ Correct answer
  • According to Calculated Strength (CS).
  • According to Minimum Breaking Load (MBL).
  • According to the Tensile Load (TL).
Which of the following best describes the main purpose of the Cargo Securing Manual on a container ship? Select the ONE best answer.

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  • To specify the securing of containers and any other cargo based on the forces, which might arise during adverse sea and weather conditions.✓ Correct answer
  • To record how each container is lashed for a particular voyage for insurance purposes.
  • To provide general information and guidance about lashing systems on any type of ship that carries cargo containers.
  • Its only requirement is to provide an up-to-date inventory record of each cargo securing component on board and its condition.
On a container ship, where can information be found on lashing arrangements? Select the ONE best answer.

One correct answer

  • Cargo Securing Manual.✓ Correct answer
  • General Arrangement Plan.
  • Trim and stability booklet.
  • Ship Board Management System.
How are lashing rods tensioned when securing a stack of containers on deck? Select the ONE best answer.

One correct answer

  • They should be tensioned sufficiently to prevent any movement of the twist-locks.✓ Correct answer
  • The lashing bars should always be loosely tensioned. It’s the twist-locks that keep the stack secure.
  • It is good enough to just hold the twist-locks in place and no more.
  • Lashings must always be tightened as much as possible. It is essential that a container stack is as rigid as possible.

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