Tutorial: Timber Cargoes

1. The preparations to be made prior to, and the precautions to be taken during the
loading of timber deck cargoes.

2. The factors to be considered in relation to timber deck cargo stowage and the
requirements in relation to height when stowed on deck.

3. The type and characteristics of lashings used for timber deck cargo

4. List the general guidelines for the under-deck stowage of logs on a general cargo
vessel prior loading and during loading operations.

5. Pertaining to timber to be loaded on deck and in the cargo hold, state the preparations
and precautions that you will take to ensure the vessel has adequate stability and is fit
for the sea voyage.

6. What are the actions that you will take when you noted that the vessel, loaded with
timber underdeck and on deck, has suddenly developed a list and is rolling slowly and
sluggishly?