Section 16 Scuppers and sanitary discharges and side scuttles
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Section 16 Scuppers and sanitary discharges and side scuttles

Parent topic: Chapter 12 Dredging and Reclamation Craft

16.1 General

16.1.1 In all areas where mechanical damage might be likely, all side scuttles, scuppers and discharges, including their valves, controls and indicators, are to be well protected. Consideration is to be given to the likelihood of impact damage to scuttles and discharges due to barges coming alongside, and to scuppers becoming blocked by sand or other spoil which may spill onto the decks or other areas being drained.

16.1.2 Consideration will be given to requests for relaxation of requirements relating to scuttles, scuppers and discharges on ships classed A1 protected waters service.

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