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Gard Guidance Masters

2.12.10.2 STEEL PRE-SHIPMENT AND OUTTURN SURVEYS

Due to the vulnerability and value of steel cargoes, Gard recommends that surveyors are appointed to perform the cargo inspection, to advise on the safe stowage, lashing and securing of the cargo and furthermore, to assist the Master in clausing the bills of lading where appropriate.

It is also advisable to perform an outturn survey which should ideally commence at the opening of the hatch covers to evidence any sea water ingress or shifting of the stow having occurred during the voyage.