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Gard Guidance Masters

2.12.7.3 LASHING AND SECURING

Deck cargo is liable to shift resulting in damage to the cargo – often a total loss – and/or to the vessel. This may endanger the safety of the vessel and crew. Deck cargo should therefore be sufficiently lashed using approved and certified lashing material only and secured in accordance with the Cargo Securing Manual as approved by the flag State administration.