Thailand

Hatch covers notice

In Thailand vessels are required to be ready for loading 24 hrs a day, but sudden rain showers frequently occur which can cause wet damage to cargo, due to the inability for the hatch covers to close immediately. The crew should take precautions

1. to only open the hatch covers which will be worked on immediately.
2. Open hatch covers half way if possible.
3. Crew should be prepared and there should be sufficient hands to be able to close hatch covers without delay.