Engine
08 - Bunkering Preparation
Comprehensive preparation for fuel loading operations ensuring safety protocols, equipment readiness, and regulatory compliance prior to fuel transfer commencement.
Planning and Communication
| # | Action | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bunker Loading Plan | AGREED | |
| 2 | Duty Bridge Officer | ADVISED | |
| 3 | Red Flag Display | RAISED | |
| 4 | Vessel Stability and Moorings | VERIFIED | |
| 5 | Ship, Shore and Barge Communication | TESTED | |
| 6 | No Smoking Signs | DISPLAYED |
Safety and Environmental Preparation
| # | Action | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Foam Extinguishers at Bunker Station | READY | |
| 8 | Scuppers on Bunkering Side | PLUGGED | |
| 9 | Opposite Bunker Station | BLANKED | |
| 10 | SOPEP Kit at Bunkering Station | READY |
Tank and System Configuration
| # | Action | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Fuel Tank High Level Alarm to 90% | SET | |
| 12 | Overflow Tank | EMPTY | |
| 13 | Overflow Alarm | TESTED | |
| 14 | All Fuel Tank Levels | LOGGED | |
| 15 | All Remote Control Valves | TESTED | |
| 16 | All Valves in Correct Position | CHECKED | |
| 17 | Fuel Separator Link to Main Manifold | CLOSED | |
| 18 | Vessel Fuel Meter | RESET | |
| 19 | Biocide System | FILLED |
Equipment and Documentation Verification
| # | Action | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | Filling Hose and Connection Integrity | CHECKED | |
| 21 | Filling Hose | SECURED | |
| 22 | Bunkering Delivery Note | AVAILABLE | |
| 23 | Quality and Quantity Fuel Agreement | CHECKED | |
| 24 | Pumping Rate | AGREED | |
| 25 | Supplier Emergency Stop Procedure | AGREED | |
| 26 | Supplier Fuel Meter | CHECKED | |
| 27 | Supplier Fuel Tanks | INSPECTED | |
| 28 | Bunkering Team Members | BRIEFED |
Watch in Port
Comprehensive verification of cooling systems, lubrication levels, air systems, and safety equipment following basic watch handover completion.
Bunkering Operations
Active monitoring and control procedures during fuel transfer operations ensuring safe pumping rates, proper distribution, and continuous system surveillance.