5 In the final discharge port
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5 In the final discharge port

  5.1 The cargo discharge and ballasting sequence must be compatible with the operational requirements of dedicated clean ballast tanks.

  5.2 Clean ballast may be taken on board:

  • .1 before the cargo is discharged;

  • .2 during the discharge of cargo either simultaneously or by interrupting the discharge provided that there is an effective two-valve separation between cargo and clean ballast system or when cargo tanks are served by individual pumps; and

  • .3 after cargo has been discharged completely.

  5.3 When clean ballast is to be taken on board the pumps and piping serving the dedicated clean ballast tanks are to be flushed.

  5.4 Upon completion of ballasting all the valves to the dedicated clean ballast tanks shall be closed.

Parent topic: Appendix 1 - Dedicated Clean Ballast Tank Operation Procedures
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