2.3 Permitted loading weights on decks and hatch covers
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Statutory Documents - IMO Publications and Documents - International Codes - 2011 TDC Code – Code of Safe Practice for Ships Carrying Timber Deck Cargoes, 2011 – Resolution A.1048(27) - Part A – Operational Requirements - Chapter 2 – General Recommendations on Stowage and Securing of Timber Deck Cargoes - 2.3 Permitted loading weights on decks and hatch covers

2.3 Permitted loading weights on decks and hatch covers

  2.3.1 The hatch cover securing and support arrangements, chocks, etc., as well as coamings should be designed and reinforced as necessary for carriage of timber deck cargoes. Potential weight increase of timber deck cargoes due to water absorption, icing, etc., should be taken under consideration.

  2.3.2 Care should be taken not to exceed the designed maximum permissible loads on weather deck and hatch covers during any stage of the voyage (6).


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