Pre Load Requirements Persons responsible for loading a vessel or barge, must ensure that they are

made aware of the cargo weights to be loaded and the height of their centres of gravity. This
information, wherever possible should be determined before loading operations are commenced, so
that a safe load sequence can be calculated beforehand and that no nasty surprises are encountered
at the last minute. Notwithstanding any pressure placed on the vessel by the shore terminal, the
responsibility for loading remains with the Master alone