Overview

This pocket book provides important safety advice that should be followed while serving on board liquefied gas carriers. It describes the hazards that are associated with liquefied gas products and addresses the essential items that are required to the crew and the cargo that is being carried.

Most liquefied gases are hydrocarbons. The main property that makes hydrocarbons the world’s primary energy source, i.e. combustibility, also means that they are the most hazardous. As these products are handled in large quantities, it is important to minimise leakage and to control all sources of ignition.

Gas carriers are designed and constructed robustly, and the majority of hazards are minimised by strict compliance with the design requirements of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and other organisations. Gas carriers are regularly inspected to ensure that they meet IMO requirements.

This book has been produced to assist personnel on board liquefied gas carriers, warn of possible hazards and provide guidance on how risks might be effectively managed.

Content

1. INTRODUCTION

2. CARRIAGE OF LIQUEFIED GASES BY SEA

HOW ARE THEY CARRIED?

WHERE DO THE PRODUCTS COME FROM?

TYPES OF LIQUEFIED GAS CARRIERS

LNG CARRIERS

LPG CARRIERS

FULLY PRESSURISED

SEMI-PRESSURISED

ETHYLENE CARRIERS

FULLY REFRIGERATED

3. HAZARDS AND RISKS OF LIQUEFIED GAS CARGOES

INTRODUCTION

FURTHER INFORMATION

CARGO HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION

PRESENCE OF GAS

SOURCES OF IGNITION

LIQUID SPILLS

CHEMICAL BURNS

LOW TEMPERATURES

4. FLAMMABILITY

5. TOXICITY

6. ENCLOSED SPACES

7. BASIC FIREFIGHTING

8. POLLUTION PREVENTION

9. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

10. DEFINITIONS AND DESCRIPTIONS

Introduction

This book contains important advice and guidance for your safety while serving on board liquefied gas carriers. It explains the hazards associated with the variety of products that may be carried on board and addresses steps needed to protect yourself, the environment, your colleagues and the cargo carried.

Details

Title: Liquefied Gas Carriers: Your Personal Safety Guide, 2nd Edition
Number of Pages: 44
Product Code: WS1382K
ISBN: ISBN 13: 978-1-85609-572-3 (9781856095723), ISBN 10: 1-85609-572-X (185609572X)
Published Date: December 2012
Binding Format: Paperback
Book Height: 180 mm
Book Width: 120 mm
Book Spine: 5 mm
Weight: 0.20 kg