Tanker Safety Guide (Chemicals)

book summary

Bibliography. Definitions. Glossary of abbreviations. Hazards and properties of chemicals. General precautions. Entry into enclosed spaces. Control of operational discharges from a chemical tanker. Precautions during cargo operations. Enrironmental control of vapour space in cargo tanks. Tank cleaning and gas freeing. Emergency procedures. Personal protective equipment. Toxic products. Corrosive substances. Reactive chemicals and related precautions. Static electricity. Inert gas systems. Electrical equipment and installations in hazardous areas. Preassure surge. Fire fighting...