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Code of practice for bunkering

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SS 600 : 2014 (ICS 01.140.30; 47.020)

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This Singapore Standard was approved by the Chemical Standards Committee on behalf of the Singapore Standards Council on 18 September 2014.

First published, 2008 First revision, 2014

The Chemical Standards Committee, appointed by the Standards Council, consists of the following members:

Name Capacity

Chairman : Dr Keith Carpenter Member, Standards Council

Deputy Chairman : Dr Tay Kin Bee Individual Capacity

Secretary 1 : Ms Elane Ng Standards Development Organisation@Singapore Chemical Industry Council

Secretary 2 : Ms Jillian Chin Standards Development Organisation@Singapore Chemical Industry Council

Members : Prof Andy Hor Individual Capacity

Mr Khong Beng Wee Individual Capacity

Mr Koh Min Ee National Environment Agency

Mr Terence Koh Singapore Chemical Industry Council Limited

Prof Lee Hian Kee National University of Singapore

Dr Lee Tong Kooi Chemical Metrology Division, Health Sciences Authority

Mr Leong Kwai Yin Individual Capacity

Prof Leung Pak Hing Nanyang Technological University

Mr Lim Eng Kiat Individual Capacity

Mr Lim Kian Chye / Mr Ng Eng Fu

Housing & Development Board

Dr Lim Mong Hoo Individual Capacity

Dr Jerry Liu Jian Lin Singapore Water Association

Dr Loh Wah Sing Individual Capacity

Dr Ng Sek Yeo Singapore Polytechnic

Dr Parry Oei Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

Ms Pamela Phua Singapore Paint Industry Association

Mr Seah Khen Hee Individual Capacity

Mr Tan Nguan Sen PUB, the National Water Agency

Ms Bernice Tay SPRING Singapore

Co-opted Members : Assoc Prof Thomas Liew Individual Capacity

Mr Nee Pai How Individual Capacity

Mr Pitt Kuan Wah Individual Capacity


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The Technical Committee on Bunkering, appointed by the Chemical Standards Committee, consists of representatives from the following organisations:

Name Capacity

Chairman : Mr Seah Khen Hee Individual Capacity

Secretary : Ms Elane Ng Standards Development Organisation@Singapore Chemical Industry Council

Members : Ms Ang Chin Chin/Mr Jackson Koh

Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

Mr Chong Kam Wah Individual Capacity

Capt. Rahul Choudhuri DNV Petroleum Services Pte Ltd

Mr Darajit Daud SGS Testing & Control Services Singapore Pte Ltd

Mr Kenneth Kee Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers Singapore

Mr Kwok Fook Sing International Bunker Industry Association (Asia) Ltd

Mr Lee Wai Pong Singapore Chamber of Maritime Arbitration

Mr Ken Lim ExxonMobil Marine Fuels

Capt. Say Eng Sin Singapore Nautical Institute

Mr Thiang Cheong Sheng Singapore Shipping Association

Ms Thng Hui Hien Shell Eastern Trading Pte Ltd

Mr Tim Wilkins The International Association of Independent Tanker Owners

Mr Wu Jian National Metrology Centre, Agency for Science, Technology and Research

Capt. Yoon Peng Kwan Singapore Shipping Association

The Working Group, appointed by the Technical Committee and responsible for the preparation of this standard, consists of the following experts who contribute in their individual capacity:

Name

Convenor : Dr Khorshed Alam

Secretary : Ms Elane Ng

Members : Mr Francis Chin Mr Darajit Daud

Mr Mathews George

Mr Dennis Ho

Mr Kan Hoi Yuen

Mr Jackson Koh

Mr Kwok Fook Sing

Mr Simon Neo

Mr Douglas Raitt

Mr Subramanian Viswanathan

Mr Thiang Cheong Sheng

Ms Thng Hui Hien

Mr Thomas Yeo

Mr Yeoh Teik Chye


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The organisations in which the experts of the Working Group are involved are:

Aegean Bunkering (Singapore) Pte Ltd

APL Co. Pte Ltd

DNV GL (South-East Asia and Pacific)

International Bunker Industry Association (Asia Branch)

Lloyd's Register Asia

Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

NYK Shipmanagement

Ocean Tankers Pte Ltd

Pacific International Lines Pte Ltd

Piroj International Pte Ltd

SGS Testing & Control Services Singapore Pte Ltd

Shell Eastern Trading

Singapore Accreditation Council

Stellar Shipmanagement Services Pte Ltd

Veritas Petroleum Services (Asia) Pte Ltd


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Contents Page

Foreword 7

0 Introduction 9

1 Scope 9

2 Normative references 9

3 Terms and definitions 9

4 General requirements 11

5 Bunker delivery processes, roles and responsibilities 14

Annexes

A Safety, health and the environment (normative) 26

B Examples of hand signals for bunkering communication (informative) 29

C Bunkering pre-delivery safety checklist (informative) 30

D Example of a bunker requisition form (informative) 32

E Example of a non-cargo tank declaration/inspection form (normative) 33

F Example of a bunker tanker measurement report (normative) 34

G Example of a bunker delivery note (normative) 35

H Quantity measurement and determination (normative) 36

I Sampling (normative) 40

J Example of a sample label (informative) 46

K Example of daily entries of stock movement logbook (informative) 47

L Examples of note of protest (informative) 48

M Resolution of disputes (informative) 50

N Singapore bunker claims procedure (SBC Terms) (informative) 51

O Example of a survey time log (informative) 56

P Example of a statement of fact (informative) 57

Q Example of a pre-survey vessel acknowledgement (informative) 58

R Example of a vessel measurement report (informative) 59

S Example of a gauging ticket (informative) 60

T Example of a volumetric meter delivery report (informative) 61

U Example of sample witnessing and receipt (informative) 62

V Precautions and limitations (informative) 63

W Bibliography (informative) 64


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Tables

1 Documents to be obtained by respective stakeholders during entire bunkering operation 15

2 Sizes of reducers and adaptors depending on gross tonnage of bunker tankers 24

H.1 Recommended thermometer immersion time 39

Figures

I.1 Design of sampling equipment - Example 1 43

I.2 Design of sampling equipment - Example 2 44

I.3 Example of design of sample bottle neck and cap 45


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Foreword

This Singapore Standard was prepared by the Working Group appointed by the Technical Committee for Bunkering under the purview of the Chemical Standards Committee.

CP 60 on bunkering by bunker barges/tankers was first published in 1993 and underwent two revisions in 1996 and 2004. CP 60 was based on the second edition of the "Singapore bunkering procedure (for bunkers delivered by bunker barges/tankers to ships)", published by the Singapore Shipping Association (SSA) in association with the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) in 1992.

In 2008, SS 600 was developed to replace CP 60 : 2004 – ‘Code of practice for bunkering by bunker tankers’ and CP 77 : 1999 – ‘Code of practice for bunker surveying’.

SS 600 : 2008, a combination of the requirements of CP 60 and CP 77, was in compliance with Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA)’s requirements on bunker delivery in the Port of Singapore by bunker tankers to vessel. MPA is the implementing authority of this standard.

In this 2014 revision, the particular changes include the following:

a) Merging of Chapters 1 and 2 of SS 600 : 2008 and restructuring of the code according to thebunkering processes (pre, during and post);

b) Clause 4 describes the general requirements and Clause 5 covers detailed processes,procedures, roles and responsibilities of all stakeholders (cargo officer, chief engineer andbunker surveyor (if engaged).

This standard was developed for the benefit of the ship bunkering industry in Singapore comprising shipowners, operators, charterers, bunker suppliers, bunker craft operators and bunker surveyors.

This standard will ensure that the correct quality and quantity of the bunkers is delivered in a safe and efficient manner.

It aims to achieve zero bunkering disputes. If however, a dispute should arise, this standard should provide the technical basis for the resolution of the dispute through negotiation, conciliation or arbitration.

When approved mass flow meters are used instead of tank gauging for bunker delivery, the interested parties involve in the bunker operation shall refer to the MPA approved MFM bunkering procedure available onboard of the bunker tanker. The bunker operation shall be carried out in accordance with this approved procedure.

In cases where arbitration is sought, the Singapore Chamber of Maritime Arbitration (SCMA), Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and Singapore Shipping Association (SSA) have drawn up a "Singapore bunker claims procedure (SBC Terms)" (see Annex N) for the resolution of disputes arising from bunker deliveries (see Annex M). Shipowners/buyers and bunker suppliers are encouraged to incorporate an arbitration clause into their contract for the supply of bunkers in order to facilitate the settlement of any dispute arising from bunker deliveries (see Annex M).

In preparing this standard, reference was made to the publications listed in Annex W.


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In Annex H, points f) and g) of H.1.4 and Table H.1 were adapted from API Manual of Petroleum Measurement Standards, Chapter 3.1A and Chapter 7 respectively. Acknowledgement is made for the use of information from the above reference.

Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this standard may be the subject of patent rights. SPRING Singapore shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all of such patent rights.

NOTE

1. Singapore Standards are subject to periodic review to keep abreast of technological changes and new technical developments. The changes in Singapore Standards are documented through the issue of either amendments or revisions.

2. Compliance with a Singapore Standard does not exempt users from legal obligations.


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0 Introduction

This Singapore Standard is promulgated to standardise acceptable bunkering practices by bunker tankers to vessels. The standard provided herein is not intended to overrule any guidelines contained in any contract or applicable recommended practices of other regulatory or standard bodies, or to conflict with safety and environmental considerations or local conditions.

It is important that sufficient time is allocated by shipowners/buyers and suppliers for the thorough measurements required on the bunker tanker and vessel for the proper completion of the bunkering operation.

This standard does not alter the contractual obligations of the parties involved in the bunker delivery.

1 Scope

The scope of this standard specifies the processes and procedures, requirements, roles and responsibilities of all parties concerned, for the delivery of bunkers by bunker tankers in the Port of Singapore, including documentation, equipment standards and verification processes during a bunkering operation. It covers pre-delivery, actual delivery and post-delivery checks and documentation.

2 Normative references

The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this standard. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies, unless otherwise stated by the implementing authority.

ASTM D1250 Standard guide for use of the petroleum measurement tables (equivalent to API MPMS Chapter 11.1/Adjunct to IP 200)

IMO Regulations - Annex VI of MARPOL 73/78

Regulations for the prevention of air pollution from ships

ISO 8217 Petroleum products – Fuels (Class F) – Specifications of marine fuels

SS 524 Quality management for bunker supply chain (QMBS)

3 Terms and definitions

For the purposes of this Singapore Standard, the following terms and definitions shall apply:

3.1 Authorised verifier

Authorised verifiers (AVs) are qualified installers, manufacturers and repairers of weighing and measuring instruments who are designated by SPRING Singapore to perform verification on weighing and measuring instruments for use in trade.

3.2 Bunker craft operator

The company which operates the bunker tanker.


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3.3 Bunker delivery note (BDN)

A proprietary document of the bunker supplier providing details of the quality and quantity of the bunker(s) delivered by the bunker tanker to the vessel.

3.4 Bunker supplier

The company which contractually agrees with the buyer to deliver the product

3.5 Bunker surveyor

The person who inspects, measures, samples, investigates and reports as required, on the bunkering operations.

3.6 Bunker tanker

The bunker barge or tanker supplying bunker(s) to the vessel.

3.7 Bunker(s)

Marine fuel oil (MFO) or marine diesel oil (MDO) or marine gas oil (MGO) for vessel's use.

3.8 Cargo officer

An individual who represents the bunker supplier and is responsible for bunkering operations and documentations.

3.9 Chief engineer

The chief engineer of the vessel who is responsible for receiving bunkers and documentation of the bunkering operation.

3.10 Drip sampling container

Clean and dry containers used for collecting drip samples during the entire bunkering operation.

3.11 FOB

Free on board.

3.12 Free water

The water that exists as a separate phase.

3.13 Gross observed volume (GOV)

The volume of oil including emulsified water and suspended sediment but excluding free water measured at the prevailing oil temperature and pressure.

3.14 Gross standard volume (GSV)

The volume of oil including emulsified water and suspended sediment but excluding free water and bottom sediment, measured at standard conditions i.e. volume corrected by appropriate volume correction factor for the observed temperature and density at 15°C, to the standard temperature of 15°C.


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3.15 Implementing authority

Refers to the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA).

3.16 Master

The master of the bunker tanker or the vessel receiving bunker(s), as the case may be.

3.17 Oil-indicating paste

A paste containing a chemical that changes colour in contact with oil. The paste, when applied to a gauging tape, gives an indication of the level of oil in the tank.

3.18 Sample

A product specimen collected in compliance with this standard and representative of the bunker(s) supplied.

3.19 Sediment

Solid materials that may include a combination of sand, rust and scale

3.20 Total observed volume (TOV)

Volume of oil including total water and total sediment, measured at the prevailing oil temperature and pressure.

3.21 Vessel

The vessel receiving bunker(s).

3.22 Water-indicating paste

A paste containing a chemical that changes colour when in contact with water. The paste, when applied to the bob and the gauging tape, gives an indication of the level of free water in the tank.

3.23 Use of “may”, “shall and “should”

3.23.1 May - means a possible method or action

3.23.2 Shall - means a mandatory requirement

3.23.3 Should - means a preferred method or action

4 General requirements

The chief engineer, cargo officer and bunker surveyors (if engaged) shall comply with the policies, processes and procedures described in this standard.

4.1 Ethical practices and professionalism

4.1.1 Bunker suppliers, bunker craft operators, cargo officers, chief engineers, bunker surveyors, and any other parties that have interest in the bunker transaction shall not engage in any unethical, fraudulent or other illegal practices. In the event of any inducement to participate in such activities, it should immediately be reported to the implementing authority.


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4.1.2 Bunker surveyors shall be objective, impartial and free of conflicts of interest in the performance of their professional duties. They shall be independent and be seen to be independent when providing professional services and shall not be influenced by any third party during and after the bunkering operations. They shall report to the implementing authority on any non-compliance to this Singapore Standard, any irregularities (e.g. any excessive frothing and/or foaming observed prior to or after the bunkering operation) in the bunkering operations or any impediments to the application of this standard.

4.1.3 Bunker supplier(s) shall extend full cooperation to the chief engineer and the bunker surveyor (if engaged) during the entire duration of the bunkering operation to ensure proper application of this standard. Where a bunker surveyor is engaged, the bunker tanker and vessel shall allow access and sufficient time to the surveyor to carry out his duties of measurement and sampling on the bunker tanker and vessel.

4.1.4 All parties involved in the bunkering operations shall not disclose information acquired in the course of their professional work except where consent has been obtained or where there is a legal or professional duty to disclose. All parties shall not use such information for their personal advantage or for the advantage of a third party.

4.2 Competence and compliance

4.2.1 Bunker surveyor shall hold a valid bunker surveyor licence issued by the implementing authority.

4.2.2 Bunker supplier shall hold a valid bunkering licence (bunker supplier) issued by the implementing authority.

4.2.3 Bunker craft operator shall hold a valid bunkering licence (bunker craft operator) issued by the implementing authority.

4.2.4 Cargo officer shall complete both basic SS 600 and enhanced cargo officer course and/or any other course required by the implementing authority. The cargo officer shall also be registered with the implementing authority before performing any bunker operation.

4.3 Safety, health and the environment

4.3.1 The requirements to be observed by all personnel for the safe transfer of bunker in port are set out in Annex A. Local requirements and internationally accepted safety standards as appropriate shall also be observed by the personnel of both the bunker tanker and the vessel and also the bunker surveyor (if engaged) for the safe transfer of bunkers in port.

4.3.2 The respective masters of the bunker tanker and the vessel shall at all times, remain responsible for the safety of their vessel, crew, cargo and equipment and should not permit safety to be prejudiced by the actions of others.

4.3.3 All parties involved in the bunkering processes shall equip themselves with the following minimum safety items:

safety helmet;

safety shoes;

gloves; and

life jacket.

They shall wear personal protective equipment at all times while on board the vessel and the bunker tanker. Cargo officers, personnel directly involved with the tank gauging and temperature measurement and bunker surveyors (if engaged) shall equip themselves with H2S and O2 monitors and use them throughout the bunkering operation.


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4.3.4 All parties involved in the bunker delivery operation shall be free from the influence of any alcohol, drugs or other substances which impair the safe and efficient execution of their work and personal health.

4.3.5 The bunkering pre-delivery safety checklist as set out in Annex C shall be presented by the representative of the bunker tanker to the representative of the vessel and bunker surveyor (if engaged) at the pre-delivery conference. This should assist the masters in adhering to the relevant safety procedures of a bunkering operation. The safety checklist is an essential reminder of the principal safety factors and should be supplemented by continuous vigilance throughout the whole bunkering operation.

4.4 Documentation

4.4.1 Shipowners/buyers are strongly advised to enter into agreed detailed specifications in their contract with bunker suppliers. Shipowners/buyers are reminded that if no detailed specifications are agreed upon, this may prejudice any subsequent claims in the event of a dispute.

4.4.2 No documents shall be endorsed by the cargo officer, chief engineer or bunker surveyor (if engaged) prior to the completion of required procedure as listed in this standard. All data shall be in the form of a permanent written record created at the time when the procedures are performed.

4.4.3 All stakeholders involved in the bunkering operation shall complete, maintain and store traceable completed records of all steps of the bunkering operation. These documents shall contain terms which are consistent with this standard.

4.4.4 A complete bunkering operation shall include the following documentation that bears the bunker supplier’s name and valid bunkering license number:

a) Bunker requisition form;

b) Non-cargo tank declaration/inspection form;

c) Bunker tanker measurement report;

d) Bunker delivery note;

e) Note of protest (if applicable);

f) Gauging ticket or where applicable, volumetric meter delivery report.

Bunker suppliers shall have all these documents available on board the bunker tanker(s). The completed documents prepared by the cargo officer shall be issued to the parties concerned.

4.4.5 The following documents shall be kept up-to-date and made available onboard the bunker tanker for checks:

a) Enhanced bunker cargo officer certificates accompanied with photo identity of the cargoofficer;

b) Stock movement logbook;

c) Bunker tanker’s plan and diagrams.

4.4.6 Bunker suppliers may have their own formats for the documents as set out in 4.4.4, but the information as set out in such supplier specific formats shall not contain terms which are inconsistent with this standard. Recommended examples of the documents are given in Annexes D, E, F,G, L, S and T.


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4.4.7 Bunker surveyors (if engaged) shall use the following documents for the bunker survey. These documents prepared by the bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall bear the name of the bunker surveying company accredited with the national accreditation body and the accreditation mark:

a) Survey time-log;

b) Statement of facts (if applicable);

c) Vessel measurement report;

d) Bunker tanker measurement report;

e) Bunker tanker non-cargo declaration/inspection report;

f) Volumetric meter delivery report (if applicable);

g) Sample witnessing and receipt;

h) Gauging ticket; and

i) Pre-survey vessel acknowledgement.

4.4.8 Bunker surveyors (if engaged) may have their own formats for the documents as set out in 4.4.7, but the information as set out in the relevant annexes to this standard shall be included. These documents shall not contain terms which are inconsistent with this standard. Examples of the documents are given in Annexes E, F, O, P, Q, R, S, T and U.

4.4.9 Bunker surveyors (if engaged) shall not adjust quantity figures as measured during survey on bunker tanker and vessel. This shall apply even if a commercial settlement is subsequently reached between the buyer and seller.

4.5 Bunker specifications

4.5.1 Bunker suppliers shall, unless otherwise agreed by the buyer, supply bunker(s) of a quality which conforms to or is better than the standards set by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) for "Petroleum products – Fuels (Class F) – Specifications of marine fuels" (ISO 8217). The values of hydrogen sulphide and oxidation stability shall be stated in the certificate of quality issued by the cargo provider based on samples taken at the cargo source. These two values shall be within the limits prescribed in ISO 8217.

4.5.2 For any contracted grade of bunker(s) which is not specified in ISO 8217, the bunker supplier and the buyer shall have prior written agreement with respect to the bunker specifications. The bunker supplier shall warrant that the bunker(s) is/are homogenous and stable.

5 Bunker delivery processes, roles and responsibilities

This clause aims to clearly define the bunker delivery processes, roles and responsibilities at each stage of the bunkering operation. This comprises pre-bunker delivery, during bunker delivery and post-bunker delivery activities.

The following documents stated in Table 1 shall be obtained by the respective stakeholders during the entire bunkering operation.


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Table 1 – Documents to be obtained by respective stakeholders during entire bunkering operation

Documents/Personnel Chief Engineer

Cargo Officer

Bunker Surveyor

Pre-bunker delivery

Bunker requisition form

Pre-survey vessel acknowledgement

Gauging ticket

During bunker delivery

Not applicable

Post-bunker delivery

Bunker tanker measurement report (inclusive of non-cargo tanks check)

Non-cargo tank declaration/Inspection form

Gauging ticket

Sample witnessing and receipt

Bunker delivery note

Survey time-log (if applicable)

Statement of fact (if applicable)

Vessel measurement report (if applicable)

Meter delivery report (if applicable)

Note of protest from chief engineer (if applicable)

Note of protest from cargo officer (if applicable)

5.1 Pre-bunker delivery

5.1.1 Pre-delivery conference

Prior to the commencement of the bunker delivery, a pre-delivery conference shall be conducted between the representatives of the bunker tanker, vessel and bunker surveyor (if engaged). Such conference shall include safety, health and environmental checks, review of the pre-delivery safety checklist and establishing communication links.

Effective means of communication as well as emergency shutdown requirements as set out in A.3.5 and A.3.6 in Annex A and hand signals as set out in Annex B shall be pre-agreed between the bunker tanker and the vessel. A copy of the hand signal diagrams should be given to the chief engineer prior to the commencement of the bunkering operation.

5.1.2 Documentation

5.1.2.1 Bunker requisition form

5.1.2.1.1 The bunker requisition form shall be completed and signed by the cargo officer and the chief engineer. The bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall witness the completion of the bunker requisition form between the two parties. The cargo officer shall confirm with the chief engineer the requirements of the vessel including the quantity, grade of bunker(s) and pumping rate. This form shall contain the information as set out in Annex D.

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5.1.2.1.3 The cargo officer shall declare the arrival remaining on board as per the stock movement logbook and invite the chief engineer to witness the opening gauge (meter reading) and the taking of cargo temperature of all cargo tanks of the bunker tanker. The stock movement logbook shall be made available to the chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged).

5.1.2.1.4 If the chief engineer declines to witness, the cargo officer shall record it in the bunker requisition form and the bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall record this in the pre-survey vessel acknowledgement form (Annex Q).

5.1.2.1.5 If more than one grade of bunker(s) are to be supplied, the cargo officer shall indicate on the form the order in which the grades are to be supplied. To avoid contamination of product, it is recommended that the lighter grade should be supplied first followed by the heavier grade, unless otherwise requested by the chief engineer in writing.

5.1.2.1.6 Any cancellation or amendment on this form shall be signed by the cargo officer and the chief engineer and shall be witnessed by the bunker surveyor (if engaged).

5.1.2.1.7 One original and at least two copies of this form shall be completed and signed. The copies shall be given to the chief engineer and the bunker surveyor (if engaged).

5.1.2.2 Bunkering pre-delivery safety checklist

5.1.2.2.1 Upon completion of the bunker requisition form, the bunker pre-delivery safety checklist as set out in Annex C shall be completed by the cargo officer and chief engineer. It shall be signed by the cargo officer, chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged) with their names clearly printed.

5.1.2.2.2 Any cancellation or amendment of this checklist shall be signed by the cargo officer, chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged).

5.1.2.2.3 One original and at least two copies of this checklist shall be completed and signed. The copies shall be given to the chief engineer and the bunker surveyor (if engaged).

5.1.2.3 Bunker tanker measurement report

5.1.2.3.1 The form shall be used to record tank gauging and cargo temperature readings of bunker tanker as witnessed by the chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged).

5.1.2.3.2 This form shall contain the information as set out in Annex F and shall be used by the cargo officer of the bunker tanker to record the calculation of the quantity in the tanks.

5.1.2.3.3 The tank gauging procedure shall be as set out in Annex H.

5.1.2.4 Non-cargo tank declaration/inspection form

5.1.2.4.1 The non-cargo tank declaration/inspection form is a declaration by the cargo officer on the gauging and contents of all the non-cargo tanks and spaces as in the General Arrangement (GA) plan of the bunker tanker.

5.1.2.4.2 This form shall contain the information as set out in Annex E.

5.1.2.4.3 Part I of the non-cargo tank declaration/inspection form is a declaration by the cargo officer before bunkering commences. The cargo officer shall invite the chief engineer and bunker surveyor, (if engaged) to inspect and gauge the tanks and verify the declaration. Part I shall be endorsed by the cargo officer, chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged) with their names, date and time of signing clearly printed. This form shall be endorsed with the bunker tanker's stamp and the vessel's stamp.


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5.1.2.4.4 In the event of quantity dispute, the chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall be allowed to inspect, gauge and verify all non-cargo tanks on the bunker tanker and the cargo officer shall record and complete Part II of the non-cargo tank declaration/inspection form (Annex E).

5.1.2.4.5 Any cancellation or amendment on this form shall be signed by the cargo officer, chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged).

5.1.2.4.6 One original and at least two copies of this form shall be completed and signed. The copies shall be given to the chief engineer and the bunker surveyor (if engaged).

5.1.3 Operational checks

5.1.3.1 Temperature check

5.1.3.1.1 The temperatures of the bunker in the nominated and non-nominated tanks shall be determined by using a calibrated thermometer. If the tank temperature cannot be measured due to any reason, or where remote temperature instrument is used, it shall be clearly recorded in the bunker tanker measurement report (Annex F).

5.1.3.2 Calibration tables

5.1.3.2.1 The chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall inspect the calibration tables of the bunker tanker before taking opening gauges to verify the location of cargo tanks, sounding pipe positions and reference heights and these should be recorded in the gauging tickets (Annex S) for both the vessel and bunker tankers.

5.1.3.2.2 The Chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall record any differences of the observed reference heights from that stated in the calibration tables in the gauging ticket (Annex S), vessel measurement report (Annex R) and bunker tanker measurement report (Annex F).

5.1.3.3 Quantity measurement and determination

Quantity determination shall be based on bunker tanker measurement and shall be final and binding. Vessel measurements shall be used for reference purposes only. The quantity measurement and determination processes and procedures for the bunker tanker and vessel are set out in Annex H.

5.1.3.4 Tank gauging criteria

5.1.3.4.1 All measured readings shall be recorded in the gauging ticket (Annex S) by the cargo officer and the bunker surveyor (if engaged). The average reading that is agreed upon shall be recorded and marked with a circle. Large differences in the measured readings shall be noted as they may indicate the presence of non-standard sounding pipes, improper gauging or oil movements.

5.1.3.4.2 Where the chief engineer, cargo officer and the bunker surveyor (if engaged) have any doubts whatsoever, a re-gauging on any or all nominated tanks or non-nominated tanks shall be carried out after all tanks have been gauged to confirm the earlier measurements.

5.1.3.5 Free water check

5.1.3.5.1 In every bunker tanker cargo tank, free water checks shall be taken by using water-indicating paste. Any free water detected shall be recorded and highlighted to the chief engineer and in the survey report. The free water detected shall be deducted for the gross standard volume calculations. In the event of traces of water found in the oil as a result of the water-cut exercise conducted, the result thereof shall be recorded.


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5.1.3.6 Zero dip volume application

5.1.3.6.1 The zero dip volume of the tank(s) shall be included in the bunker tanker calculations. This condition shall be deemed to apply when the closing gauge indicated no oil cut and the safe visual inspection of the bunker tanker cargo tank indicated free flowing oil at the aft of the tank.

5.1.3.6.2 If the above condition exists, trim and list corrections shall not be applied to zero dip.

5.1.3.6.3 To avoid zero dip volume application, sufficient bunkers should be retained in cargo tanks such that it touches all four sides of the tank.

5.1.3.7 Checking and verification of sampling equipment

5.1.3.7.1 The chief engineer together with the cargo officer and the bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall inspect the sampling equipment. The sampling equipment used in the bunker delivery shall comply with the requirements as set out in Annex I. Examples of the design of sampling equipment are also shown in Annex I.

5.1.3.7.2 If the sampling requirements provided by the bunker tanker differ from those as set out in Annex I, the chief engineer shall make his comments in the “Remark” column of the bunker tanker measurement report. The bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall log this fact in the statement of facts of the bunker survey report.

5.1.4 Sampling procedure

The sampling procedure shall be as set out in I.2 in Annex I.

5.1.5 Location of sampling equipment

5.1.5.1 Custody transfer sampling shall apply to all bunker deliveries based on FOB terms in the Port of Singapore. The custody transfer sample shall be taken at the manifold of the vessel. Should disputes arise, the custody transfer sample shall be the official sample for ascertaining the quality of the bunkers delivered.

5.1.5.2 If there are physical limitations or constraints at the bunker manifold of the vessel which make custody transfer sampling at that point impossible or impractical, the sampling may be carried out at the bunker manifold of the bunker tanker. Such an exception shall be properly recorded in the bunker requisition form (Annex D) and signed by the cargo officer and the chief engineer. The bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall log this fact in the statement of facts of the bunker survey report.

5.1.6 Miscellaneous requirements for bunker surveyor (if engaged)

5.1.6.1 Pre-survey vessel acknowledgement - The bunker surveyor should arrive on board the receiving vessel in good time so as to complete the opening checks on board the receiving vessel. On boarding the vessel, the bunker surveyor shall identify himself by producing a valid bunker surveyor licence for examination by the vessel representative, and request the chief engineer to sign the pre-survey vessel acknowledgement form as set out in Annex Q.

5.1.6.2 Bunker surveyor’s time log – The bunker surveyor shall record the time of all relevant events related to the entire bunkering operation until their return to base. The times shall be neatly recorded in the survey time-log as set out in Annex O. Abnormal events shall be stated in a statement of fact as set out in Annex P, a copy of which shall be submitted to the implementing authority.

5.2 During bunker delivery

5.2.1 Sampling procedure

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5.2.1.2 Any non-conformance to the procedure shall be recorded in a statement of fact (Annex P).

5.2.1.3 If a bunker surveyor is engaged, all information pertaining to the sampling shall be recorded by the bunker surveyor in the sample witnessing and receipt (Annex U).

5.2.2 Delivery procedure and documentation

5.2.2.1 It shall be the chief engineer's responsibility to prepare the vessel for receiving bunker(s), including removal of the blank flange(s) from the vessel’s bunker manifold(s).

5.2.2.2 Once the pre-delivery requirements have been completed and bunker hose(s) has/have been properly connected, bunkering operation shall commence after confirmation by the chief engineer.

5.2.2.3 A crew member appointed by the chief engineer of the vessel and a crew member appointed by the cargo officer of the bunker tanker shall oversee the safety of respective areas of responsibility for the entire bunkering operation.

5.2.2.4 Communication between the bunker tanker and the vessel shall be maintained throughout the entire bunkering operation.

5.2.2.5 The cargo officer shall ensure that the agreed maximum pumping rate is not exceeded by the bunker tanker.

5.2.2.6 When an order to stop pumping is given by the vessel, the bunker tanker shall stop the pumping immediately.

5.2.2.7 All stoppages and reasons for doing so shall be properly documented.

5.2.2.8 Stripping if agreed and line clearing of bunker hose(s) shall only be carried out at the end of the pumping operation. The procedures for stripping and line clearing the bunker hose(s) are as follows:

a) The cargo officer shall notify the chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged) prior to thecommencement of stripping and line clearing operation.

b) The chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged) should gauge the received amount priorto stripping and line clearing.

c) The cargo officer shall close the discharge valve after the pump and build up the pressure inthe pipeline by using bunker tanker’s pump.

d) Once the pressure is built up, the cargo officer shall open the discharge valve for theremaining bunker(s) in the bunker hose(s) to be cleared into the vessel’s tank.

5.2.2.9 No air compressors or air bottles shall be used by the bunker tanker for the line clearing process.

5.2.2.10 The line clearing process shall be carried out not more than twice after the completion of the pumping operation.

5.2.2.11 Once the line clearing process is completed, the residue contents in the hose(s) shall be drained back into the bunker tanker before final gauging is taken. No re-pumping of bunkers shall be allowed, and post-delivery checks and documentation shall commence.

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5.3 Post-bunker delivery

5.3.1 On completion of the bunkering operation, the cargo officer/bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall invite the chief engineer to witness the closing gauge and the cargo temperatures of all cargo tanks of the bunker tanker. The closing gauge shall only be conducted upon confirmation from the cargo officer that the bunkering operation is completed and the cargo pumping operation has stopped.

5.3.2 The bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall follow the procedure, as set out in Annex H.

5.3.3 The gauging ticket (Annex S) shall be used to record the gauges obtained.

5.3.4 Tank gauging procedure

5.3.4.1 The gauging procedure shall be as set out in Annex H.

5.3.4.2 Any non-conformance to the procedure shall be recorded in a statement of fact (Annex P).

5.3.4.3 If a bunker surveyor is engaged, all information pertaining to the gauging shall be recorded by the bunker surveyor in the relevant documents.

5.3.5 Verification of delivered quantity

5.3.5.1 The delivered quantity shall be based on the bunker tanker's tank gauging and calculations as witnessed by both the cargo officer, bunker surveyor (if engaged) and the chief engineer.

5.3.5.2 Bunker calculations shall be carried out independently by the responsible parties and/or authorised representatives;

5.3.5.3 The chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall verify the delivered quantity as stated in the bunker delivery note. The chief engineer should witness the tank gauging of all the cargo tanks on the bunker tanker after completion of the bunker delivery. The calculations shall be based on the opening and closing gauges of the bunker tanker's tanks and the cargo temperatures as witnessed by the cargo officer, chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged). The bunker tanker's certified tank calibration tables and ASTM D1250 Petroleum measurement Table 54B and Table 56 shall be made available by the cargo officer.

5.3.5.4 The bunker tanker shall only carry its latest certified tank calibration tables, an identical copy of which has been deposited with the implementing authority of this standard. The cargo officer shall allow the chief engineer and/or and bunker surveyor (if engaged) to make photocopies of the relevant pages if requested.

5.3.6 Documentation

Documents issued by the bunker tanker’s cargo officer

a) Bunker delivery note;

b) Bunker tanker measurement report in conjunction with the closing gauge and the recording ofcargo temperature of every tank or Volumetric meter delivery report;

c) Non-cargo tank declaration/Inspection form.

5.3.6.1 Bunker delivery note (BDN)

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5.3.6.1.2 Upon completion of delivery, the cargo officer shall prepare the BDN for the chief engineer to sign.

5.3.6.1.3 The BDN shall bear the licensed bunker supplier's name and the valid bunker supplier licence number.

5.3.6.1.4 All relevant and applicable columns of the BDN shall be filled in, and "NA" (meaning not applicable) shall be inserted in blank columns.

5.3.6.1.5 Any cancellation or amendment on the BDN shall be endorsed and stamped by the cargo officer and the chief engineer.

5.3.6.1.6 One original and at least two copies of the completed BDN shall be signed by the cargo officer and the chief engineer with their names clearly printed and stamped with the bunker tanker's stamp and vessel's stamp.

5.3.6.1.7 A copy of the bunker tanker measurement report shall be attached with the BDN.

5.3.7 Disputes

5.3.7.1 Quantity dispute

5.3.7.1.1 In the event of any dispute at the end of the delivery with respect to the quantity of bunker(s) delivered, the cargo officer shall invite the chief engineer and the bunker surveyor (if engaged) to witness the re-gauging. If the chief engineer declines to witness, the cargo officer shall record it in the Note of Protest (Annex L) and the bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall record this in the statement of fact.

The chief engineer and the bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall carry out the following:

a) Use a fresh gauging ticket for every re-check of the measurements.

b) Re-check the reference heights and tank gauging of all tanks as stated in H.1.9 in Annex H.

c) Re-check the reference heights and tank gauging of all nominated, non-nominated and thenon-cargo tanks of the bunker tanker.

d) Re-check the tank calibration tables of both the bunker tanker and the receiving vessel toconfirm that all physical measurements correspond to those in the calibration tables.

e) Re-check all calculation and figures used for quantity determination of both the bunker tankerand the receiving vessel.

f) Confirm that all relevant tanks and lines have not been modified from that as stated in thetank capacity plan and piping diagram.

g) Obtain and examine photocopies of the relevant pages of the bunker tanker’s stockmovement logbook (Annex K) showing all the stock movements related to the bunkerdelivery.

h) Obtain and examine the relevant pages of the receiving vessel's engine logbook and onboard records.

i) Investigate and determine the pipeline content of both the bunker tanker and the receivingvessel including any possible leakage point(s) e.g. bilge well, pump-room space etc. Whereapplicable, the draining back of the lines should be carried out and shown to the chiefengineer and the bunker surveyor (if engaged)


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j) Obtain photocopy of the relevant pages of the bunker tanker calibration tables for reference and verify with the implementing authority that the tank calibration tables used, are the latest certified copies.

k) Examine and obtain copies of the last certificate of quantity or equivalent document by thecargo provider (terminal or ship), and the bunker tanker measurement reports (Annex F) asissued at the terminal or ship.

l) If any of the preceding steps are disallowed, the reasons shall be recorded in the statement offacts (Annex P) by the bunker surveyor (if engaged) or a note of protest shall be issued by thechief engineer or the cargo officer.

5.3.7.1.2 The bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall record all the relevant details and findings of the dispute in a statement of fact (Annex P). This document should be completed and acknowledged by the chief engineer and/or cargo officer.

5.3.7.1.3 If the dispute remains unresolved, the chief engineer shall raise the note of protest (Annex L). The note of protest [see Annex L, Example (a)] shall be signed and stamped by both parties.

5.3.7.1.4 The cargo officer of the bunker tanker should also raise a note of protest [see Annex L, example (b)], if he disagrees with the alleged shortage.

5.3.7.1.5 A copy each of the notes of protest raised by the bunker tanker and the vessel, together with a copy of the BDN, shall be sent to the "Executive Director, Singapore Shipping Association" and the implementing authority within 14 days after the bunker delivery.

5.3.7.2 Quality dispute

5.3.7.2.1 In the event of any dispute with respect to the quality of bunker(s) delivered, the vessel/buyer should tender a complaint in writing to the bunker supplier within 30 days (or such extended period as may be agreed between the parties) after the bunker delivery.

5.3.7.2.2 A copy of the complaint with a copy of the BDN should simultaneously be lodged with the "Executive Director, Singapore Shipping Association" and the implementing authority.

5.3.7.2.3 The parties shall have the quality of the mutually agreed sample analysed by a mutually agreed, independent and accredited testing laboratory for related accredited tests under the national accredited body in accordance with ISO Standard – ISO 8217. For any grade of bunkers other than the categories specified by ISO 8217, the quality shall comply with the bunker specifications as agreed by the bunker supplier and the buyer prior to the bunkering operation.

5.3.8 Bunker surveyor

5.3.8.1 The vessel and/or the bunker supplier may at its own cost, engage a bunker surveyor to check and verify all phases of the bunkering operation.

The master/cargo officer of the bunker tanker shall:

a) allow the bunker surveyor to board the bunker tanker;

b) facilitate the bunker survey throughout the whole bunkering operation.

5.3.8.2 The bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall:

a) show the valid bunker surveyor licence to the chief engineer and the master/cargo officerwithout demand;

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c) bring the following measuring equipment:

(i) Gauging tape of approved standard and accuracy;

(ii) Electronic thermometer or thermometer of accepted international standards such asASTM or ISO. It is advisable to carry a spare battery for the electronic type;

(iii) Water and/or oil-indicating pastes;

d) take careful note of the precautions and limitations as given in Annex V in the course ofperforming the bunker survey;

e) intrinsically safe flashlight;

f) seals and labels which comply with the sampling requirements as set out in Annex I.

5.3.8.3 Gauging tapes and thermometers used shall be calibrated by accredited vendors and show appropriate levels of traceability on the accuracy of these equipment in conjunction with SS 524, 11.1.2 on control of measuring devices.

5.3.8.4 All electronic and electrical equipment shall be intrinsically safe. If a camera is brought on board by the bunker surveyor, prior consent from the master of the bunker tanker/vessel should be obtained for its use.

5.4 Additional requirements for bunker tankers

5.4.1 Stock movement logbook

5.4.1.1 Every bunker tanker shall keep and maintain a monthly stock movement logbook. An example of the format of the stock movement logbook is shown in Annex K. The logbook shall have the month properly stamped on the cover and shall contain sufficient pages for the daily stock movement activities for a month to be recorded. Every page of the logbook shall be serially numbered and each page shall be assigned for a day’s entries. Any cancelled pages shall be crossed out and retained in the logbook. The logbook shall be properly bound.

5.4.1.2 The daily entries of the stock movement logbook shall contain the following:

a) Date and time of receipts and deliveries;

b) Product grade, quantity, tank numbers and source(s) of receipts;

c) Product grade, quantity, tank numbers and destination(s) of deliveries;

d) Description of documents evidencing receipts and/or deliveries;

e) Blending / inter-tank transfer records;

f) Variances of receipts and deliveries;

g) Summary of the stock movement;

h) Name and signature of the person preparing the daily entries.

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5.4.1.4 Every stock movement of the bunker tanker shall be supported by a document duly executed and endorsed by the party concerned. The document reference shall be recorded accordingly in the logbook.

5.4.1.5 Any inter–tank transfer shall be recorded in the stock movement logbook.

5.4.1.6 The cargo officer shall prepare the daily entries and sign the logbook with his name clearly stated within two hours of any stock movement and/or any inter-tank transfer.

5.4.1.7 The stock movement logbook shall be kept on board the bunker tanker for a minimum period of three months, counting from the current date.

5.4.1.8 The relevant pages of the stock movement logbook showing all the stock movements related to the bunker delivery shall be made available for inspection and photocopying by the implementing authority, the chief engineer and/or bunker surveyor (if engaged).

5.4.1.9 The chief engineer or the bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall compare the opening gauges quantities with the bunker tanker's stock movement logbook (Annex L). Any discrepancy shall be recorded in a statement of facts (Annex P) by the bunker surveyor or in the Note of Protest by the Chief Engineer.

5.4.2 Bunker tanker's plan and diagram

A general layout of the bunker tanker shall be conspicuously displayed on board. The tank capacity plan, piping diagram and trim and list tables shall also be available on board for inspection by any party concerned.

5.4.3 Reducers and adaptors

Bunker tanker(s) in Singapore shall carry Japanese Industrial Standard (JIS) and American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standard reducers and adaptors on board, to accommodate the different sizes of bunker manifold flanges on the vessels. The sizes of the reducers and adaptors carried would vary according to the gross tonnage (GT) of the tankers as depicted in Table 2 below.

Table 2 – Sizes of reducers and adaptors depending on gross tonnage of bunker tankers

500 GT and below 501 to 1500 GT Above 1500 GT

80 mm and 3 inch

100 mm and 4 inch

125 mm and 5 inch

150 mm and 6 inch

80 mm and 3 inch

100 mm and 4 inch

125 mm and 5 inch

150 mm and 6 inch

200 mm and 8 inch

100 mm and 4 inch

125 mm and 5 inch

150 mm and 6 inch

200 mm and 8 inch

250 mm and 10 inch

If the ship’s bunkering manifold connection does not conform to the above standards, then the ship shall communicate this to the supplier in advance.

5.5 Others

5.5.1 Custody transfer sample for bunkers loaded into bunker tankers

5.5.1.1 Bunker suppliers shall make an agreement with the cargo provider that a continuous drip sample is collected at the jetty loading arm when loading products into bunker tankers from the oil and storage terminals. The sampling requirements and procedures shall otherwise be in accordance with

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5.5.1.2 Custody transfer samples shall also be collected by bunker suppliers who load bunkers into their bunker tankers from other bunker suppliers’ bunker tankers. The retention period for such samples shall be in accordance with that stipulated in Annex I of this standard.

5.5.2 Debunkering

All debunkering operations shall be governed by the requirements as set out by the implementing authority.

5.5.3 Blending of products

5.5.3.1 Where blending of products is required, the blending should be carried out ashore.

5.5.3.2 If on-board blending is required, the bunker supplier shall perform the blending well in advance of the bunker delivery. The bunker supplier shall warrant that the bunker so blended, shall be of homogenous and stable nature. The quality of the blended product shall conform to the bunker specifications stated in 4.5.

5.5.3.3 No blending shall be carried out during the bunker delivery.

5.5.4 Delays

5.5.4.1 No party shall cause any undue delay to either the bunker tanker or the vessel.

5.5.5 Delivery by flow meter

5.5.5.1 Volumetric flow meter

The volumetric flow meter shall be verified by an authorised verifier. The bunker tanker shall carry a certificate of verification issued by the authorised verifier. A copy of the certificate shall be deposited with the implementing authority before the volumetric flow meter is used for measurement in the course of trade. The volumetric flow meter shall be verified at least once in every 12 months or earlier, if necessary. Volumetric flow meter with broken or tampered verification seal is not allowed for use in trade.

If the use of volumetric flow meter is the contractually agreed method for measuring the delivered bunker quantity, the chief engineer, cargo officer and bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall record the opening and closing readings of the totaliser. The chief engineer and/or bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall verify that the flow meter is sealed by an authorised verifier. The date of last meter verification and valid certificate of verification shall be checked. Unavailability of the above shall be recorded in the volumetric meter delivery report (Annex T). Where the use of volumetric flow meter has not been agreed upon, the bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall take the tank gauging as specified in H.1.4 in Annex H.

5.5.5.2 Mass flow meter

When approved mass flow meters are used instead of tank gauging for bunker delivery, a copy of the bunkering procedure specific to the bunker tanker, approved by the implementing authority shall be made available to the chief engineer and the bunker surveyor (if engaged) without demand. The bunker operation shall be carried out in accordance with this approved procedure.


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Annex A (normative)

Safety, health and the environment

A.1 Pre-delivery conference

Prior to the commencement of the bunker delivery, a pre-delivery conference shall be conducted between the representatives of the bunker tanker, vessel and bunker surveyor (if engaged), as set out in 5.1.1.

A.2 Planning for safety

A.2.1 Fire fighting

Fire fighting equipment shall be ready for immediate use at all times on the bunker tanker and the vessel.

A.2.2 Emergency preparedness

Despite careful attention to safety procedures, emergencies can occur. Often such events can be contained and their effects minimised by preparing the vessel crew through a system of drills, to deal with a variety of emergencies. Appropriate drills should be held in accordance with the vessel’s approved contingency plans. Such drills, when carried out, should be documented.

A.2.3 Condition of crew

The masters of the bunker tankers and the vessel shall ensure that they, as well as all senior personnel and crew members involved in the bunkering operation, are properly rested and not in any way under the influence of alcohol or any controlled drug.

A.2.4 Bunkering pre-delivery safety checklist

The safety checklist for bunkering operations as set out in Annex C shall be presented by the representative of the bunker tanker to the representative of the vessel at the pre-delivery conference. This should assist the masters in adhering to the relevant safety procedures of a bunkering operation. The safety checklist is an essential reminder of the principal safety factors and should be supplemented by continuous vigilance throughout the whole bunkering operation. A copy of the completed pre-delivery safety checklist shall be made available to the bunker surveyor (if engaged).

A.3 Observing safe work practices

A.3.1 Smoking and naked lights

Regulations regarding smoking and the use of naked lights shall be strictly enforced. Warning notices should be clearly and appropriately displayed.

A.3.2 Safe access

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A.3.2.2 The access shall be safely rigged and properly illuminated during darkness.

A.3.2.3 Personnel shall use only the designated means of access between the bunker tanker and vessel.

A.3.3 Outboard deckway

Crew on the bunker tanker are reminded to walk on the outboard side of the main deck to avoid exposure to falling objects from vessels such as lashing materials.

A.3.4 Unauthorised craft

No unauthorised craft shall be allowed alongside either vessel or bunker tanker throughout the bunkering operation unless permitted by the respective duty officers.

A.3.5 General communication

A.3.5.1 Good communication between the bunker tanker and vessel is an essential requirement for successful bunkering operations.

A.3.5.2 To avoid any misunderstanding, a common language for communication should be agreed before commencement of bunker operations.

A.3.5.3 Hand signals for communication as set out in Annex B could also be established between the parties.

A.3.5.4 During bunkering operations, essential personnel on the bunker tanker and the vessel should have a reliable, common means of communication at all times, including a backup system. It is recommended that spare radios and batteries are available on the bunker tanker and the vessel.

A.3.5.5 An agreed emergency signal in the form of an air horn and/or hand signals as set out in Annex B shall be established. In the event of a breakdown of communication channels between the bunker tanker and the vessel, the emergency signal should be sounded and all operations in progress should be suspended immediately.

A.3.5.6 Bunkering operations should not be resumed until satisfactory communication capability has been re-established.

A.3.6 Emergency shut down

A.3.6.1 Any crew member of the bunker tanker and vessel shall be empowered to initiate an emergency shut down of the bunkering operation in an emergency or suspicious circumstance.

A.3.6.2 The bunkering operations shall remain suspended until it is agreed between the relevant personnel/authorities that it is safe to resume.

A.4 Preventing exposure to health hazards

A.4.1 Gas monitors

A.4.1.1 Hydrogen sulphide (H2S)

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A.4.1.1.2 Vessels performing a bunkering operation should be aware that the concentration level of

H2S exceeding 10 ppm constitutes a health hazard.

A.4.1.1.3 Bunker tankers loading bunkers at the terminal shall inform the terminal representative immediately if H2S concentration level exceeding 10 ppm is detected in the immediate vicinity where personnel are working.

A.4.1.1.4 All bunker tankers carrying MDO and MFO shall be equipped with at least two (2) units of the H2S personal detectors and these detectors shall be worn by the bunker tanker personnel during

any bunker transfer operations.

A.4.1.2 Oxygen (O2)

A.4.1.2.1 All bunker tankers shall be equipped with at least two (2) units of the O2 personal detectors and these detectors shall be worn by the bunker tanker personnel before entering any enclosed or confined space. Refer to Annex C.

A.4.2 Accommodation openings

A.4.2.1 All access doors to the accommodation shall be kept closed during the bunkering operation. The master of the bunker tanker and the vessel should designate those access doors that are to be used for personnel transit. Where possible, only doors remote from the main deck cargo area should be used. All doors opened for personnel transit should be closed immediately after use. The air conditioning system for the accommodation should be switched to the re-circulation mode.

A.4.3 Safety data sheet (SDS)

A.4.3.1 SDS provides the information necessary for customers, bunker craft operators, emergency workers and others to decide on the appropriate handling and management of petroleum products.

A.4.3.2 All bunker tankers shall have the SDS of bunker(s) carried on board.

A.4.3.3 A copy of the SDS shall be provided to the chief engineer prior to the loading of the bunker(s). A copy of the SDS shall be made available to the bunker surveyor (if engaged).

A.5 Protection of the marine environment

A.5.1 Oil spill handling equipment

Oil spill handling equipment shall be ready for immediate use on the bunker tanker and the vessel at all times.

A.5.2 Scuppers

All scuppers and drains on board should be properly plugged during bunkering operations. Any accumulation of water should be drained off periodically.

A.5.3 Oil spill

In the event of any spillage causing or likely to cause pollution, masters of the bunker tanker and the vessel, regardless of who is responsible, shall immediately take such actions as are reasonably necessary to effect clean up. The actions shall be in accordance with local Singapore laws and regulations.


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Annex B (informative)

Examples of hand signals for bunkering communication


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Annex C (informative)

Bunkering pre-delivery safety checklist

Vessel’s name ________________________ Bunker tanker’s name ___________________

Vessel IMO No. _______________________ Agent _________________________________

Vessel’s location ______________________ Port __________________________________

Date ______________

All questions should be jointly answered by the cargo officer and the chief engineer by clearly initialling in the appropriate box, unless both parties agree to a “N.A.” entry. A copy of the completed checklist should be retained by both the bunker tanker and the vessel.

No Items to be checked Bunker tanker Vessel

Remarks Yes No Yes No

1 Is the vessel securely moored?

2 Is the vessel ready to move under its own power?

3 Has the maximum line pressure been agreed upon?

State max. pressure:

_____________ bar

4 Have the vessel pre-loading plan, transfer sequence, rates, and volumes to be delivered been agreed upon?

State sequence and rates

Grade Initial rate

Max. rate

Topping rate

5 Has the notice period required for completion of transfer been agreed upon?

State notice period:

__________(minutes)

6 Has the procedure for draining delivery hoses on completion of transfer been agreed upon?

State procedure:

_________________

7 Are transfer hoses in good condition, and properly rigged with all flange holes fully bolted?

8 Is a person in constant attendance at both the delivery and receiving hose connections?

9 Are all bunker tank lids closed?

10 Are unused delivery connections blanked?

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No Items to be checked Bunker tanker Vessel

Remarks Yes No Yes No

12 Are all crew /staff members involved in the bunkering operations wearing the appropriate personal protective equipment including H2S and O2 monitors?

13 Are hand torches of an approved type?

14 Are portable electronic devices of an approved type (for marine usage)?

15 Are restrictions on smoking and the use of naked lights being observed?

16 Is fire fighting equipment positioned and ready for immediate use?

17 Is emergency oil spill response equipment positioned adjacent to both hose connections?

18 Are all external doors and portholes in the accommodation closed?

19 Are window type air conditioning units (where fitted) disconnected?

20 Are air conditioning intakes which may permit the entry of cargo vapours closed?

21 Is effective communication established between the bunker tanker and the vessel?

State method:

_________________

22 Has the emergency signals and shut down procedure been agreed upon?

State procedure:

_________________

23 Are there sufficient persons on board and at the delivery point to deal with emergencies?

State no. of persons:

________________

24 Is there safe access between the bunker tanker and vessel?

Circle the access method:

Accommodation ladder / SOLAS-approved ladder

25 Are the scuppers and drains on board properly plugged?

26 Is adequate lighting available to perform operations during hours of darkness?

Declaration We, the undersigned have jointly covered all items on this checklist and have satisfied ourselves that the entries we have made are correct and to the best of our knowledge.

For bunker tanker For vessel For Bunker Surveyor

(For receipt only)

Name: Name: Name:

Signature: Signature: Signature:

Date:

Time:

Date:

Time:

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Annex D (normative)

Example of a bunker requisition form


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Annex E (normative)

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Annex F (informative)

Example of bunker tanker measurement report


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Annex G (normative)

Example of a bunker delivery note


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Annex H (normative)

Quantity measurement and determination

H.1 Quantity measurement

H.1.1 Personnel involved with the gauging of bunker tanks shall comply with all the necessary

safety, health and related emergency requirements pertaining to a bunkering operation as set out in Annex A.

H.1.2 Every sounding pipe of the bunker tanker's cargo tank shall be clearly marked with the

reference height in accordance with the bunker tanker's tank calibration tables. It shall be permanently displayed in a prominent position on the sounding pipe.

H.1.3 The chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall witness and confirm the gauging of

tanks or meter reading and cargo temperature readings of all cargo tanks of the bunker tanker before and after delivery of bunker(s). The readings shall be properly recorded in the bunker tanker measurement report as set out in Annex F.

H.1.4 The following tank gauging procedure shall be observed by all parties concerned (chief

engineer, bunker surveyor (if engaged) and cargo officer):

a) Every bunker tanker shall carry on board appropriate and approved measurement equipmentof accepted international standard such as API or ISO, as well as the latest certified tankcalibration tables. Sounding tapes with illegible markings or that are kinked or spliced shallnot be used. Calibration of measurement equipment shall be traceable to a national orinternational standards body in conjunction with SS 524 on control of measuring devices.

b) The reference heights of cargo tanks on the bunker tanker shall be gauged and themeasurement equipment checked before witnessing the gauging and cargo temperaturemeasurements.

Any difference between the observed reference height and the reference height shown on thetank calibration tables shall be noted and investigated.

c) For all grades of bunker(s), water cut shall be taken by using water-indicating paste. Wherethe product is fuel oil, the bob of the sounding tape shall be washed with MGO/MDO after thewater cut is taken in order to have an accurate reading of the water level, if any.

d) Oil-indicating paste shall be used when gauging MGO tanks. This is to determine the level ofthe product accurately on the sounding tape.

e) Gauges of both the nominated and non-nominated tanks shall be determined.

f) Manual gauging shall require obtaining either two consecutive gauge readings that areidentical or three consecutive readings within an absolute range of 3 mm. When threereadings are taken, all three readings shall be within the 3 mm range and shall be averaged.

g) In the event that three gauges cannot be taken within a range of 3 mm because the cargo ismoving, at least five readings shall be obtained in minimal time, recorded, and then averaged.The soundings are to be taken as quickly as is practical and the immersion time of thebob/tape should be as brief as possible. Adverse conditions such as these shall be recorded.


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h) The bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall record the draught, trim and list of the vessel and thebunker tanker in the gauging ticket (Annex S).

i) The draught, trim and list of the vessel and the bunker tanker should remain the samethroughout the process of measuring the tanks. Where any of these cannot be achieved, itshall be recorded in the gauging ticket, vessel measurement report (Annex R) and the bunkertanker measurement report (Annex F).

j) The draught of the vessel and the bunker tanker should be obtained from the draught marks.For any reasons of inability to do so, the bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall record it in thegauging ticket, vessel and the bunker tanker measurement reports. If draught marks cannotbe obtained, the bunker surveyor (if engaged) may use the draught gauge with caution. Careshould be taken to ensure that the draught gauge is functional. Where draught gaugereadings are used, this should be recorded in the bunker tanker/vessel measurement report.

k) When determining the vessel's and the bunker tanker's list with the clinometer, care should betaken to ensure that the clinometer is functional.

l) Temperatures of both the nominated and non-nominated tanks shall be determined.Temperature measurement shall be taken concurrent with gauging. Temperatures shall betaken at the middle level of the product. The thermometer shall remain immersed in the liquidlong enough to reach the temperature of the liquid that is being measured. Where a mercury-in-glass thermometer is used, it shall remain immersed in the liquid as set out in Table H.1.

Cargo temperatures of all tanks shall be taken to the nearest 0.5 °C for mercury-in-glassthermometers and 0.1 °C for portable electronic thermometers.

m) If the tank calibration table indicates a residual volume corresponding to zero reading on thesounding tape, this volume shall be applied in the quantity calculation, unless the tanks havebeen visually inspected empty.

n) All reference heights, gauging and cargo temperatures as witnessed by both parties shall berecorded in the bunker tanker measurement report.

o) The bunker tanker measurement report shall be completed and signed by the cargo officer,the bunker surveyor (if engaged) and the chief engineer immediately after opening gaugesand closing gauges are taken and agreed upon.

H.1.5 The chief engineer and the bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall, together with the cargo officer,

gauge the bunker tanker's cargo and non-cargo tanks. The tank gauging, temperatures, density and GOV shall be recorded in the surveyor’s bunker tanker measurement report (Annex F). The chief engineer should log the details of bunker quantity in his own records.

H.1.6 Gauging ticket (Annex S) shall be used by the bunker surveyor (if engaged) and issued

immediately after recording the tank's oil level, temperatures, free water, draughts and any event or observation that could be relevant to the survey.

H.1.7 The chief engineer and the bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall examine the contents of the

non-cargo tank declaration / inspection form (Annex E). Any variances shall be recorded in a statement of facts (Annex P).

H.1.8 If the chief engineer has earlier indicated his intention to witness all gauges before delivery

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a) By the cargo officer in the Bunker requisition form

b) By the Surveyor in the Bunker tanker measurement report and gauging ticket.

H.1.9 The chief engineer and the bunker surveyor (if engaged) should, prior to the bunkering, gauge

vessel's bunker tanks for reference purposes only. This should include:

a) all nominated and non-nominated bunker tanks;

b) settling tank(s);

c) service tank(s);

d) day tank(s);

e) overflow tank(s);

f) bilge tank(s);

g) sludge tank(s); and

h) oily water separator tank.

H.1.10 The on board quantity shall be determined by the chief engineer, based on the tank

calibration tables or charts of the vessel. The bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall record the validity (e.g. true copy, duplicate copy, loose leaf copy, etc.), the calibrating company, date and details of the calibration tables or charts.

H.1.11 The on board quantities of non-nominated tanks are required to be determined and recorded

at gross observed volume only for survey measurement completeness.

H.2 Quantity determination

H.2.1 The vessel measurement report and the bunker tanker measurement report shall be used.

H.2.2 The vessel measurement report and the bunker tanker measurement report shall contain

information as set out in Annexes R and F.

H.2.3 The observed tank gauging shall be corrected for trim and list to obtain the corrected tank

gauging. The corrected tank gauging shall then be used to determine the total observed volume (TOV) for each tank from the calibration table.

H.2.4 The gross observed volume (GOV) shall be obtained by deducting any free water detected

from the TOV.

H.2.5 The observed temperature and the bunker supplier’s / vessel’s declared density at 15o C shall

be used to determine the volume correction factor (VCF) for each tank. (Reference: Table-54B of ASTM D 1250).

For tanks co-mingled with the on board quantity, the density used shall be based on a weighted average of the bunker supplier’s and vessel’s declared densities.

H.2.6 The GOV shall be multiplied by the VCF to obtain the gross standard volume (GSV) for each

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H.2.7 The bunker supplier’s declared density at 15oC shall be used to obtain the weight conversion

factor (WCF) from Table-56 of ASTM 1250.

H.2.8 The total GSV supplied shall be multiplied by the WCF to obtain the weight of the bunker

quantity (apparent mass in air) in metric tons.

Table H.1 – Recommended thermometer immersion time

API gravity at 60ºF

Electronic thermometer

Woodback cup-case assembly Density at 15ºC

In-motion In-motion Stationary

> 50 30 seconds 5 minutes 10 minutes <0.7793

40 to 49 30 seconds 5 minutes 15 minutes 0.8247 to 0.7836



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Annex I (normative)

Sampling

I.1 General requirements

I.1.1 Sampling equipment shall comply with the requirements specified in I.3 in Annex I.

I.1.2 The custody transfer sample shall be taken at the manifold of the vessel. The sample

collected in this manner shall constitute the representative sample of the bunker operation.

I.1.3 Sample bottles shall comply with requirements specified in I.3 in Annex I.

I.1.4 Five samples shall be collected for the bunkering operation. The sample bottle shall be

provided by the bunker tanker unless otherwise contractually agreed by buyer and seller. If more samples are required, shipowners/bunker buyers and bunker suppliers shall have this requirement specified in their contractual agreement.

The samples shall be distributed as follows:

a) Three samples to the vessel (one to be retained, one for MARPOL and one for testingpurposes);

b) One sample to be retained by bunker tanker; and

c) One sample to be retained by bunker surveyor. If not engaged, bunker tanker to retain.

I.2 Procedures

I.2.1 Before delivery of bunker(s), the cargo officer shall invite the chief engineer and bunker

surveyor (if engaged) to inspect the sampling requirements as set out in this Annex.

I.2.2 The cargo officer shall ensure and the chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall

verify that the drip sampling container is clean and dry before fixing it to the end of the sampling probe.

I.2.3 The same drip sampling container shall be used for the entire bunkering operation per

location. In the event of partial delivery of bunkers, separate drip sampling container shall be used for each delivery.

I.2.4 After the chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged) are satisfied that the sampling

equipment meets the details set out in I.4 and I.5 in Annex I, the drip sampling container shall be counter-sealed by the cargo officer in the presence of the chief engineer. The seal shall provide security against tampering and contamination during the entire process of bunkering. The seal number shall be recorded by the parties involved in the bunker tanker measurement report (Annex F).

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I.2.6 The chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall witness the sealing of the needle

valve on the sampling probe at the commencement of bunkering and record the seal number. When any adjustment of the needle valve is required, the chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall witness the adjustment and record the change of seal.

I.2.7 The cargo officer shall invite the chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged) to witness

any adjustment of the needle valve on the sampling probe to control the rate of sample withdrawal. This is to ensure that a continuous drip sample is collected throughout the entire duration of bunkering.

I.2.8 Upon completion of bunkering, the chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall be

invited to confirm that the security seals of the drip sampling container and the needle valve have not been tampered with.

I.2.9 After all parties are satisfied with the sample collected in the drip sampling container, the

sample shall be properly shaken to promote homogeneity.

I.2.10 The homogeneous sample is then poured in equal small portions into five sample bottles,

making three or four passes to fill each bottle in turn. The minimum quantity of the identical samples shall not be less than 600 ml per bottle.

I.2.11 The sample bottles shall be sealed in the presence of all parties with uniquely-numbered

security seals.

I.2.12 Once the sample bottle cap is tightened on the sample bottle neck, the sealing shall be done

in a manner where the security seal passes through the aperture on the sample bottle cap and the aperture on the sample bottle that is on the opposite side to prevent the cap from being pried off.

I.2.13 The seal numbers of all representative samples (see I.1.4 in Annex I) taken during this

bunkering operation shall be recorded in the respective sample labels (Annex J) and bunker delivery note (Annex G) and bunker surveyor’s sampling documents, if bunker surveyor is engaged. Counter-seals, if used, shall also be recorded in the sample labels (Annex J) and bunker delivery note (Annex G) and bunker surveyor’s sampling documents, if bunker surveyor is engaged.

I.2.14 On completion of the bunkering and sampling operations, secure sample labels shall be

completed and pasted on the respective sample containers in the presence of all parties.

I.2.15 The sample labels shall then be signed by all parties.

I.2.16 No sample labels shall be presented to the chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged)

for signature prior to the completion of the bunkering and sampling operations. No other sample labels shall be presented to the chief engineer and bunker surveyor (if engaged) for signature.

I.2.17 All samples for retention shall be kept for a minimum period of 30 days from the date of

sampling or such extended period as may be agreed to by the parties.

I.3 Sampling equipment

I.3.1 The sampling requirements shall consist of the following:

a) Sampling equipment;

b) Sample bottles and caps;

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Written evidence of the compliance of these requirements (I.3.4 and I.5 in Annex I) should be made available on request.

I.3.2 Every bunker tanker shall be equipped with sampling equipment, complying with the

following:

a) A sampling probe shall extend across the full diameter of the sampler. The end of thesampling probe shall be closed and the wall perforated with 5 mm diameter holes spaced 20mm apart throughout its length. A needle valve shall be fitted at the bottom of the samplingprobe outside the sampler to control the rate at which a continuous drip sample can bedrawn. This shall also serve as a stop valve for the sampling. The sampling probe shall bedetachable for cleaning and inspection.

b) A weather-tight drip sampling container having a capacity of not less than five litres which canbe security sealed.

Refer to the examples shown in I.4 in Annex I.

I.3.3 The portable sampling equipment shall be attached to the end flange of the delivery hose for

the connection to the bunker manifold flange of the vessel.

I.3.4 Every bunker tanker shall carry the following items:

a) Sample bottles with the following properties:

(i) Made of high density polyethylene (HDPE);

(ii) Minimum material weight of sample bottle shall be 8 g per 100 ml bottle capacity (excluding the sample bottle cap);

(iii) The sample bottle and its cap shall be tamper-proof, can contain a minimum of 2 security seals to prevent the cap from being prised off (Refer to the example shown in I.5 in Annex I.

b) Secure sample labels with security die cuts.

c) Plastic security seals with the following properties and features:

(i) Made of polyamide or polypropylene;

(ii) Minimum ribbon length of 220mm and diameter of 2.0mm;

(iii) Stainless sprung steel locking mechanism (insert);

(iv) Elongation at break of at least 20 kg for polyamide security seal and at least 10 kg for polypropylene security seal; and

(v) Company name or logo printed by hot foil or laser with unique serialised numbering.

I.3.5 Each sample label shall contain the following information:

a) Sampling location (custody transfer point);

b) Date and time of sampling;

c) Name of bunker tanker;

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f) Signatures and names of the chief engineer, cargo officer and bunker surveyor (if engaged); and

g) Sample seal number(s).

I.4 Diagrams of sampling equipment

Figure I.1 – Design of sampling equipment – Example 1


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This sampling equipment should only be used for sample collection if 5.1.5.2 is applicable.

NOTE – Alternative design of sampling equipment with provisions for sealing if approved in advance by the

implementing authority shall also be acceptable.

Figure I.2 – Design of sampling equipment – Example 2


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I.5 Diagram of sample bottle neck and cap

Dimensions are in mm

(1) The pilfer height is 23.5 mm. Please refer to “A” on drawing.

(2) The thickness of thread is 1.5 mm. With reference to “B” on drawing, it is the difference between thread major and minor diameters, divided by 2.

(3) The cap uses an integral seal method to prevent leaks. Please refer to “C” on drawing.

NOTE – Alternative design of sample bottle neck and cap meeting the requirements of I.4 in Annex I will be acceptable.

Figure I.3 – Example of design of sample bottle neck and cap


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Annex J (informative)

Example of a sample label

Bunker sample label

Vessel’s name IMO no.

Sampling date Location

Supplier Name of bunker tanker :

Sampling point :

Vessel manifold Bunker tanker manifold

Sampling method :

Continuous drip Others (please specify):

Grade: Quantity MT:

Supplier's seal no.: Vessel’s seal no.(if applicable) : Surveyor's seal no.(if applicable):

Cargo Officer Chief Engineer Bunker Surveyor

Name (in block letters) Name (in block letters) Name (in block letters)

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Annex K (informative)

Example of daily entries of the stock movement logbook

STOCK MOVEMENT LOGBOOK Serial No. ___________

Bunker tanker’s name : _______________________________________ Licence No.: SB _____________ Date: ______________

RECEIPTS FROM INSTALLATION/BUNKER TANKER/VESSEL* DELIVERIES TO VESSEL/BUNKER TANKER/INSTALLATION*

Product grade

Received from

Time Document reference

Received into Tank/No. (Bunker

tanker's tank)

Quantity received

(metric tons)

Product grade

Delivered to

Time Document reference

Delivered from Tank/No. (Bunker

tanker's tank)

Quantity delivered

(metric tons) Start Stop Start Stop

BLENDING / INTER-TANK TRANSFERS (To be completed if there is blending of products or inter-tank transfer within the bunker tanker for the purpose of trim/list.)

Blended from Blended to Transferred from Transferred to

Product grade Tank no. Quantity

(metric tons) Blended grade

Tank no. Quantity

(metric tons) Document reference

Product grade Tank no. Quantity

(metric tons) Product grade Tank no.

Quantity (metric tons)

SUMMARY OF STOCK MOVEMENTS (metric tons) Remarks (if any): ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________

Product grade Tank no. Opening stock + Total quantity

received - Total quantity

delivered Variances of receipts

and deliveries = Closing stock

1P

1S

2P

2S

3P

3S Prepared by :

Signature/Name: _______________________________

4P

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NOTE OF PROTEST

Annex L (informative)

Examples of note of protest

Example (a)

Date :

Ref :

To : ______________________________________________________ Master/Cargo Officer of bunker tanker

______________________________________________________ Address

Dear Sirs

NOTE OF PROTEST FOR BUNKERING OPERATION ON ___________________________(date)

I, Chief Engineer of M/V _________________________________________(Name of vessel) short received ____________________tonnes of ________________________(Grade of bunkers) out of the ________________tonnes requested on ______________________(Date of bunkers received).

The bunkers were supplied by bunker tanker _____________________________ (Name of bunker tanker) - SB No.: ___________________on _______________(Date) at __________________(Location).

I hereby lodge a protest against the short delivery. (Particulars of any undue stoppages or delays may also be set out in this paragraph).

For more information on the dispute, please contact our shipping agent __________________________ (Name of company) at Tel No: _____________, Fax No: _____________ or e-mail address: _________________________.

Yours faithfully

_____________________________ (Name of Chief Engineer of vessel)

cc 1. Executive Director 2. Officer-in-chargeSingapore Shipping Association Marine Services Department59 Tras Street Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore Singapore 078998 460 Alexandra Road #21-00Fax No: (65) 62225527 PSA Building(Enclosing with it a copy of the BDN) Singapore 119963

Fax No: (65) 63751904Email address: [email protected](Enclosing with it a copy of the BDN)

________________________________________________________________________________

Acknowledged receipt:

_________________________________________ Signature of Master/Cargo Officer of bunker tanker

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NOTE OF PROTEST

Example (b)

Date :

Ref :

To : M/V ____________________________________________________ (Name of vessel receiving bunkers)

Dear Sirs

NOTE OF PROTEST FOR BUNKERING OPERATION ON ___________________________(date)

I, Master/Cargo Officer of bunker tanker ________________________________(Name of bunker tanker) SB No.: ______________wish to verify that _____________tonnes of ________________(Product) were delivered to your vessel by my bunker tanker from ___________(Time) on ____________(Date).

However, you have alleged that you have received ___________tonnes. In the presence of our Cargo Officer you and/or your representative have witnessed the tank gauging and cargo temperatures before and after delivery.

The delivery calculations were also verified by you.

In view of the above, I hereby serve you this letter of protest on your said allegation.

Yours faithfully

__________________________________________ (Name of bunker tanker Master/Cargo Officer)

cc 1. Executive Director 2. Officer-in-chargeSingapore Shipping Association Marine Services Department59 Tras Street Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore Singapore 078998 460 Alexandra Road #21-00Fax No: (65) 62225527 PSA Building(Enclosing with it a copy of the BDN) Singapore 119963

Fax No: (65) 63751904Email address: [email protected](Enclosing with it a copy of the BDN)

________________________________________________________________________________

Acknowledged receipt:

_________________________________________ Signature of Chief Engineer of vessel receiving bunkers

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Annex M (informative)

Resolution of disputes

M.1 This standard provides a basis that may be used in the resolution of disputes relating to the

supply of bunkers through arbitration in accordance with the "SBC Terms" or other means.

M.2 The "SBC Terms" are jointly formulated by the Singapore Shipping Association (SSA) with the

Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and the Singapore Chamber of Maritime Arbitration (SCMA).

M.3 In the event of any dispute in respect of the quantity of bunkers delivered, a copy of each of

the notes of protest raised by the bunker tanker and the vessel, together with a copy of the BDN, shall be sent to the "Executive Director, Singapore Shipping Association" and the "Officer-in-charge, Marine Services Department, Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore" within 14 days after the bunker delivery.

M.4 In the event of any dispute in respect of the quality of bunkers delivered, a copy of the

complaint with a copy of the BDN should be lodged with the "Executive Director, Singapore Shipping Association" and the "Officer in-charge, Marine Services Department, Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore" within 30 days (or such extended times as may be agreed between the parties) after the bunker delivery.

M.5 Upon receiving a copy of the note of protest or the complaint from any one of the two parties

involved, the SSA will request them to advise within 14 days of lodging the dispute on their choice of action(s) to settle the dispute. This may be in one or more of the following ways:

a) To settle the dispute by negotiation or conciliation;

b) To settle the dispute through arbitration at the SCMA;

c) To lodge a police report; and

d) To go for court litigation.

A copy of the correspondence shall be extended to the Officer-in-charge, Marine Services Department, MPA.

M.6 If both parties agree to settle their dispute through arbitration at the SCMA, the findings of the

proceedings will be made available to the MPA.

M.7 Example of an arbitration clause

The following is an example of an arbitration clause:

“Any disputes arising out of or in connection with this contract, including any question regarding its existence, validity or termination, shall be referred to and finally resolved by arbitration at the Singapore Chamber of Maritime Arbitration (SCMA) in accordance with the Singapore Bunker Claims Procedure ("SBC" Terms) for the time being in force at the commencement of the arbitration whose terms are deemed to be incorporated by reference into this clause.”


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Annex N (informative)

Singapore bunker claims procedure (SBC Terms)

N.1 Application

N.1.1 The provisions herein shall be referred to as the Singapore Bunker Claims Procedure (SBC

Terms) and shall apply to all disputes arising out of or in connection with any contract for the sale and/or supply of bunkers, where the parties thereto, expressly provide for or submit their dispute for arbitration under the SBC Terms. For the avoidance of doubt, the International Arbitration Act (Cap 143A) shall apply to an arbitration conducted under the SBC Terms.

N.1.2 An exchange of correspondence signifying an agreement between the parties to submit to

arbitration under the SBC Terms shall be sufficient to constitute a submission of dispute for arbitration under N.1.1 in Annex N.

N.2 Definitions

As used in the SBC Terms,

"MPA" refers to the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore.

"Registrar" refers to the Registrar and includes the Assistant Registrar of the SCMA.

"SCMA" refers to the Singapore Chamber of Maritime Arbitration

"SSA" refers to the Singapore Shipping Association.

"The Panel" refers to the current list of persons who may serve as arbitrators under these Rules.

"Tribunal" refers to the arbitrator or all the arbitrators where more than one is appointed.

N.3 Commencement

N.3.1 A claimant under any agreement to which these provisions apply shall serve Notice thereof to

the Registrar and all other potential parties to the arbitration giving the following particulars:

a) Full name and address of parties;

b) Full particulars of the arbitrator or arbitrators, if agreed upon;

c) Brief particulars of terms of contract;

d) Date of delivery and date on which delivery should have been made, if applicable, and adescription of the supplying vessel(s);

e) Quantity in dispute or nature and circumstances of quality dispute;

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h) If applicable, the arbitration agreement or documents evidencing a submission of the disputefor arbitration under the SBC Terms.

N.3.2 Every Notice shall be accompanied by the filing fee under N.10 in Annex N.

N.3.3 Upon receipt of Notice, the Registrar shall within 7 days thereof, set a time-table for filing and

service of documents. Unless otherwise fixed by the Registrar, the following timetable shall apply:

a) Points of Claim to be filed within 14 days of the date of the Registrar’s notification;

b) Points of Defence and Counterclaim to be filed within 14 days of service of Points of Claim;

c) Points of Reply and Defence to Counterclaim, if any, to be filed within 14 days of service ofPoints of Defence and Counterclaim.

N.3.4 The date of receipt of Notice by the Registrar shall be deemed to be the date on which the

arbitration has commenced.

N.3.5 If the parties have not agreed to the appointment of the Tribunal, the Registrar shall, within

7 days of receipt of the Points of Defence and Counterclaim, appoint a Tribunal, as the case may be, from the Panel.

N.3.6 In the absence of any agreement by the parties on the number of arbitrators, the Registrar

shall appoint one arbitrator from the Panel.

N.4 Summary procedure

N.4.1 For the expeditious disposal of claims, any party may, after the Notice is filed, but before

agreement on the appointment of any Tribunal, request that the dispute be disposed off summarily by the Registrar or a person to be appointed by him (hereafter referred to as “request for summary proceedings”).

N.4.2 The request for summary proceedings shall be in writing and shall be made within 7 days of

the receipt of Notice by the Registrar. A copy of the request shall be served on all other parties to the dispute.

N.4.3 Upon receipt of the request for summary proceedings, the Registrar shall fix a date not later

than 14 days from the date of receipt of the request for summary hearing of the dispute and shall inform all parties accordingly. The Registrar shall at the same time inform the parties whether the summary proceedings will be conducted by him or by another person and, if so, the name and address for service of that person.

N.4.4 Any party may, not later than 2 clear days before the date for summary hearing, submit to the

Registrar or the person appointed by him any documents which he would be relying on, together with written submissions, if any. Copies of the same shall forthwith be served on all other parties to the summary proceedings.

N.4.5 At the summary hearing, the Registrar, or the person so appointed by him, is empowered,

upon hearing oral arguments and/or upon considering the documents and/or written submissions submitted by any party in accordance with this rule, to make an award or dismiss the claim. For this purpose, the Registrar or the person appointed by him shall have all the powers of an arbitrator or an arbitral tribunal under the laws of Singapore, and any decision of the Registrar or the person appointed by him shall have effect as a decision of such an arbitrator or arbitral tribunal.


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N.4.6 This rule shall not apply where:

a) the amount of claim or counterclaim exceeds or is likely to exceed SGD100,000, unless theparties agree otherwise;

b) in the opinion of the Registrar, it is not possible for a decision to be reached within 2 days ofsummary hearing.

N.5 Expedited arbitration

N.5.1 Where a dispute is not disposed of summarily under N.4 in Annex N, the Registrar, or, where

the parties have agreed on the appointment of a Tribunal, the Tribunal, shall make further directions for the determination of the issues in dispute by way of an expedited arbitration.

N.6 Powers

N.6.1 Without prejudice to any powers elsewhere granted in these Terms or by virtue of any

applicable law, the Tribunal shall have the powers to:

a) determine the rules of law governing or applicable to the contract, or issues between theparties.

b) allow other parties to join in the arbitration with their express consent, and make a single finalaward determining all disputes between them.

c) allow any party, upon such terms (as to costs or otherwise) as it shall determine, to amendclaims and counterclaims.

d) extend or abbreviate any time limits provided by these provisions or by its directions.

e) conduct such enquiries as may appear to the Tribunal to be necessary or expedient.

f) order the parties to take samples or make any property or thing available for inspection by theTribunal or any expert, in their presence.

g) order the preservation, storage, sale or other disposal of any property or thing under thecontrol of any party.

h) order any party to produce to the Tribunal, and to the other parties for inspection, and tosupply copies of, any documents or classes of documents in their possession or power whichthe Tribunal determines to be relevant.

i) allow, refuse or limit the appearance of witnesses, whether witness of fact or expertwitnesses.

j) proceed with the arbitration and make the award, notwithstanding the failure by any party tosubmit any document or to avail itself the opportunity to present its case.

k) direct parties to present a statement of agreed facts which are not in dispute but are relevantto the claim and/or counterclaim and to stipulate a time period for compliance with itsdirections.


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N.7 Hearing

N.7.1 Whenever possible, documents should be agreed upon and the case shall proceed on the

basis of documents, written submissions or oral arguments only.

N.7.2 In the case of a hearing under the summary procedure under N.4 in Annex N, oral evidence

shall not be presented.

N.7.3 In the case of an expedited arbitration under N.5 in Annex N, parties may adduce oral

evidence and subject to such directions as the Tribunal may make, shall endeavour to complete the hearing within 2 days.

N.7.4 The hearings shall be held at the SCMA or at such place as the Registrar shall designate.

N.7.5 Any party may be represented by legal practitioners.

N.8 Award

N.8.1 An award shall be in writing and may contain directions as regards the security lodged or

furnished. Where the amount of the claim or counterclaim as appearing from the pleadings exceeds SGD 50,000, the Tribunal shall state its reasons for the award.

N.8.2 The Tribunal may also award:

a) damages for delay caused by any vessel;

b) interests at such rate as they deem fit, whether on simple or on compound basis;

c) costs;

whether or not, claimed by any party.

N.8.3 An award shall be final, binding and enforceable in accordance with its terms. Any right of

appeal to a Court of Law is expressly excluded.

N.8.4 The Tribunal shall make an award within 14 days after close of hearing or where the case

proceeds on documents or written submissions only, from the final date when all documents or submissions are made.

N.8.5 An award made by the Tribunal shall be delivered to the Registrar who shall transmit certified

copies to the parties, the SSA and the MPA.

N.8.6 N.8.5 in Annex N shall not apply in respect of disputes arising out of any contract for the sale

and/or supply of bunkers outside the port of Singapore.

N.9 Security

N.9.1 Any party disputing any claims made by the other may lodge with the SSA, an amount

equivalent to not less than 110 % of the amount in dispute as security for the claim.

N.9.2 Notice of lodgements of security amount shall be served on all parties and on the Registrar.


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N.9.3 Where security amount has been properly lodged, any claim for lien or charge based on any

contract or arising out of the operation of any law or otherwise shall be deemed fully discharged. The security amount provided herein, excluding any interest accrued thereon, shall stand to the credit of the proceedings and shall be paid out in accordance with the terms of any award made thereunder. All interest accrued on the deposits of security amount shall be credited to SSA as contribution towards the administrative costs of this facility.

N.10 Fees

N.10.1

Applicable fees payable shall be in accordance with the Arbitration Rules of the Singapore Chamber of Maritime Arbitration (“SCMA Rules”) for the time being in force at the commencement of the arbitration. They are payable by the Claimants in the first instance but may be recoverable in accordance with the terms of the Award.

N.11 Arbitrators

N.11.1 The SCMA shall, at all times, keep current a list of names of persons who may serve as

arbitrators under these provisions.

N.11.2 The SSA may from time to time suggest names to be added to or deleted from the list. All

additions and deletions to the Panel shall be effective only with the concurrence of the MPA.

N.11.3 The SSA may from time to time stipulate minimum qualifications for the appointment of

arbitrators subject to the concurrence of the MPA.

N.12 General

N.12.1 In all matters not expressly provided for in these Terms, the Registrar and the Tribunal shall

act in the spirit of these Terms and shall make every reasonable effort to ensure that the disputes are resolved expeditiously and fairly and the awards, legally enforceable.

N.12.2 These Terms are designed to provide a simplified, quick and inexpensive procedure for the

resolution of disputes arising out of the sale and/or supply of bunkers or where the claim or any counterclaim does not exceed SGD 100,000 or where only a single issue is involved in the dispute. Where the claim or counterclaim exceeds SGD 100,000 or where complex issues are involved, the Registrar may (and if the parties agree, shall) direct that the dispute be resolved by full arbitration in accordance with the SCMA Rules for the time being in force.

N.12.3 These provisions may be amended from time to time on the advice of the SSA and the

concurrence of the MPA, but the SBC Terms applicable to the dispute shall be the SBC Terms in force at the time the Notice under N.3.1 in Annex N is served on the Registrar.


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Annex O (informative)

Example of a survey time log

SURVEY TIME-LOG

Name of ship

Location of survey

Name of bunker tanker

SB licence no.

Grade of bunker

Hours Date Hours Date Hours Date

Bunker surveyor left base

Ship anchored/berthed

Bunker surveyor boarded ship

Bunker tanker alongside

Bunker surveyor boarded bunker tanker

Hose connected

Commenced pumping

Completed pumping

Hose disconnected

Bunker tanker cast-off

Bunker surveyor returned to base

Remarks:

____________________________ _____________________________ __________________________ Signature of Cargo Officer Signature of Bunker Surveyor Signature of Chief Engineer

Name : Licence no : Name :


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Annex P (informative)

Example of a statement of fact

STATEMENT OF FACT

I / We*, the appointed bunker surveyor, _______________________________ (name of surveyor) did attend on board the

__________________________ (name of vessel) at _____________________ (location) on _______________ (date) for

the purpose of conducting __________________________________________________________________

I / We* would like to report the following point/s:

_____________________________ ________________________________ _____________________________

Signature of Cargo Officer Signature of Bunker Surveyor Signature of Chief Engineer

Name : ______________________ Licence no : ____________________ Name : ______________________

* Delete as necessary


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Annex Q (informative)

Example of a pre-survey vessel acknowledgement

PRE-SURVEY VESSEL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

To : The Chief Engineer of M.V. __________________________________________________

Date : ___________________ at location ____________________________________________

BUNKER SURVEY

I / We* have been appointed by Messrs. ________________________________________________________________

to conduct a survey of the bunker to be delivered to the ship.

Please note that the attending bunker surveyor will be carrying out the survey as set out in Singapore Standard SS 600 Code of practice for bunkering (latest edition). This will enable us to determine the quantities received by the ship.

Hence, it is recommended that you could arrange for one of your engineers or representatives to accompany the bunker surveyor together with the bunker tanker's representative to witness the gauging and inspection of the bunker tanker. The representation of all parties concerned is important to avoid disputes at a later stage and to verify findings that will be used for determining the quantities delivered.

SAMPLING

The attending bunker surveyor will be witnessing and supervising the collection of the representative samples during the bunkering operations. The sampling shall be carried out on the vessel’s bunker manifold as per the requirements set out in Singapore Standard SS 600 Code of Practice for Bunkering (latest edition).

The samples collected will be subsequently sealed, labelled and distributed accordingly.

SIGNING OF DOCUMENT

The Chief Engineer is advised not to pre-sign any document relating to the bunkering operation until the contents corresponding to the job have been satisfactorily completed.

INTERNAL TRANSFER OF BUNKERS

The Chief Engineer is advised not to carry out any internal transfer during the entire bunkering operation.

Acknowledged by:

_______________________________ ____________________________

Signature Of Bunker Surveyor Signature Of Chief Engineer

Licence no : _______________ Name : ______________________

*Delete as necessary


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Annex R (informative)

Example of a vessel measurement report

VESSEL MEASUREMENT REPORT

Name of ship : ________________________________________ Grade of fuel : ________________________________________

Name of bunker tanker : __________________________________ Location of survey : ________________________________________

Date of survey : ________________________________________

OPENING READING Calibration tables/chart by _______________________ Date: _______________ Sounding tape serial no.: __________________ Thermometer serial no.: ______________________________

Draught fwd : Trim : Trim correction applied : Yes/No Sea state: Calm/Slight/Moderate/Rough

Draught aft : List : oP/S List correction applied : Yes/No

Tank no. Grade Temp oC/

oF

Measured Reference

height

Observed sounding/

ullage

Corrected sounding/

ullage

Total Observed Volume (TOV)

Free water sounding/ volume

Gross observed volume ( )

Density at 15

oC/API at 60

oF

V.C.F. Table

54B/6B

Gross standard volume

( )

TOTAL:

CLOSING READING

Draught fwd : Trim : Trim correction applied : Yes/No Sea state: Calm/Slight/Moderate/Rough

Draught aft : List : oP/S List correction applied : Yes/No

Tank no. Grade Temp oC/

oF

Measured Reference

height

Observed sounding/

ullage

Corrected sounding/

ullage

Total Observed Volume (TOV)

Free water sounding/ volume

Gross observed volume ( )

Density at 15

oC/API at 60

oF

V.C.F. Table

54B/6B


( )

TOTAL

Supplier's density / A.P.I. Total gross standard volume received W.C.F. (Table: ) Metric tons (In air)

Remarks : _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________ ________________________________ Signature Of Chief Engineer Signature Of Bunkers Surveyor

Name : __________________________ Licence no : ____________________

For Official use only

Supplier's density / A.P.I. Total gross standard volume received W.C.F. (Table: ) Metric tons (In air)


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Annex S (informative)

Example of a gauging ticket

GAUGING TICKET

Name of ship / bunker tanker* : ________________________________________________________________________

Date /Time of survey: From: ____________ To: ____________ OPENING/CLOSING*

Draught fore : Draught aft: Trim: List: oP/S

Tank no. Grade Measured Reference

height

Observed sounding / ullage Free water Temp oC

Remarks :

__________________________ _________________________ _________________________

Signature of Bunker Surveyor Signature of Cargo Officer Signature of Chief Engineer

Licence no : ________________ Name : __________________ Name : __________________

*Delete as necessary


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Annex T (informative)

Example of a volumetric meter delivery report

METER DELIVERY REPORT

Name of bunker tanker: Name of vessel:

Location of survey: Date of survey:

Grade of fuel

Nominated tanks

Opening reading

Closing reading

Total quantity delivered ( )

Meter correction factor

Gross observed volume

Temperature(oC/

oF)

Density at 15oC / A.P.I. at 60

oF

V.C.F. (Table 54B / 6B)


W.C.F (Table 56 / Table 13)

Metric tons (In air)

Condition of delivery line Before:

Down-stream of meter After:

Type of meter

Date of meter verification

Seal number issued by Weights and Measures Office

Remarks: _____________________________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________ ________________________ _______________________ Signature of Cargo Officer Signature of Bunker Surveyor Signature of Chief Engineer

Name : ___________________ Licence no : ___________ Name : ________________

For official use only Lab’s density / A.P.I. Total standard volume delivered W.C.F. (Table: ) Metric tons (In air)


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Annex U (informative)

Example of sample witnessing and receipt

SAMPLE WITNESSING AND RECEIPT

Name of vessel

Location of survey Date of survey

Name of bunker tanker

SB licence number

Grade of bunker

Source (Tank no.)

Sampling method

Sampling point

Sampling point seal no.

Vessel retained sample seal no.

Counter seal no.

Vessel retained sample seal no. (MARPOL)

Counter seal no.

Bunker tanker retained sample seal no.

Counter seal no.

Bunker surveyor’s retained sample seal no.

Counter seal no.

OTHERS: (Please specify)

Counter seal no.

Counter seal no.

Remarks:

__________________________ ________________________ _______________________ Signature of Cargo Officer Signature of Bunker Surveyor Signature of Chief Engineer

Name : ___________________ Licence no : ___________ Name : ________________


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Annex V (informative)

Precautions and limitations

V.1 Water-indicating paste

The use of water-indicating paste is dependent on, but not limited to, such criteria as method of usage, temperature of oil, grade of oil and immersion time. If water is not detected by the use of water-indicating paste, it still does not preclude the presence of free water.

V.2 Electronic thermometer

The use of portable electronic thermometer allows greater accuracy of reading to 0.1oC precision and

a much faster reading stability time. However, this faster reading stability time is directly dependent on using the equipment properly, which requires the sensor bob to be raised and lowered through a distance of half a meter at the required level until a temperature equilibrium is attained. (See SS 524, 11.1.2 on the control of measuring devices).

V.3 Flow meter

The performance and accuracy of a metering system is dependent on, but not limited to such criteria as type and design, pipeline positioning, sensitivity to flow rate, proving methodology during product transfer, availability of data on meter factor drift and type of air eliminator.

V.4 Quantity differences

In observing quantity differences between supplying bunker tanker and receiving vessel, care should be taken to avoid errors arising from, but not limited to, tank calibration, measuring instrumentation and human sources.

The bunker surveyor (if engaged) should be aware that quantity calculations for high viscosity fuel oil may be inaccurate if difficulties in measurements are experienced.


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Annex W (informative)

Bibliography

American Petroleum Institute Manual of Petroleum Measurement Standards

Chapter 3.1A Standard practice for the manual gauging of petroleum and petroleum

products

Chapter 12.1.1 Calculation of static petroleum quantities, Part 1 – Upright cylindrical

tanks and marine vessels

Chapter 7 Temperature determination

Chapter 17.1 Guidelines for marine cargo inspection

Chapter 17.2 Measurement of cargoes on board tank vessels

Chapter 17.3 Guidelines for identification of the source of free water associated with

marine petroleum cargo movements

International Organization for Standardization

ISO 4268 Petroleum and liquid petroleum products – Temperature measurements

– Manual methods,

ISO 5024 Petroleum liquids and liquefied petroleum gases – Measurement

standard reference conditions

ISO 13739 Petroleum products – Procedures for the transfer of bunker fuel to ships

Others

The Mariner's Handbook

NOTE – Users should refer to the latest edition of the documents (including any amendments).


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