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CODE OF PRACTICE FOR BUNKERING (SS600:2008) of 28

SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURE

(BUNKERING / FUEL TRANSFER OPERATIONS)

REFERENCE: SS600:2008

UNITED SEAS MARINE SERVICES LLC

Issue Date: 01 JUNE 2016

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CHAPTER ONE DELIVERY BY BUNKER TANKERS


CHAPTER ONE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 1 - General

1.1 Scope …………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..…………………. 4

1.2 Normative References …………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..…………………. 4

1.3 Definitions …………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..…………………. 4

1.4 Ethical Practices and professionalism …………………………………………………..…………………………………………… 6

1.5 Pre-delivery conference …………………………………………………..…………………………………………… 6

1.6 Documentation …………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..…………………. 7

1.7 Bunker Specification …………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..…………………. 7

Section 2 – Pre delivery checks and documentation

1.8 Bunker requisition form …………………………………………………..…………………………………………… 8

1.9 Non-cargo tank declaration/inspection form …………………………………………………..………………………………… 8

1.10 Tank gauging/calculation form …………………………………………………..…………………………………………… 8

1.11 Sampling …………………………………………………..…………………………………………… 9

Section 3 – Bunkering Operation

1.12 Delivery procedure and documentation …………………………………………………..………………………………… 10

Section 4 – Post delivery checks and documentation

1.13 Tank gauging/calculation form …………………………………………………..…………………………………………… 11

1.14 Verification of delivered quantity …………………………………………………..…………………………………………… 11

1.15 Bunker delivery note (BDN) …………………………………………………..…………………………………………… 11

Section 5 – Additional requirements for bunker tankers

1.16 Stock movement logbook …………………………………………………..…………………………………………… 12

1.17 Bunker tanker’s plan and diagram …………………………………………………..…………………………………………… 12

1.18 Reducers and adoptors …………………………………………………..…………………………………………… 12

Section 6 – Others

1.19 Custody transfer sample for bunkers loaded into bunker tankers 13

1.20 Quality checks on debunkered products …………………………………………………..………………………………… 13

1.21 Blending of products …………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..…………………. 13

1.22 Bunker Surveyor …………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..…………………. 13

1.23 Delay …………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..…………………. 14

1.24 Disputes …………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..…………………. 14



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CHAPTER ONE SECTION 1 – General


SECTION 1

GENERAL

1.1. Scope

The scope of this Chapter One specifies the procedures and requirements for the delivery of bunker by bunker tankers to vessels in Port, including documentation, equipment and verification during a bunkering operation. It covers pre-delivery, actual delivery and post-delivery checks and documentation.

1.2. Normative References

The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this standard. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.

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

Table 54B – Generalised products, correction of volume to 15oC against density at 15

oC

Table 56 – Kilograms per cubic metre at 15oC and cubic metres at 15

oC per metric ton

versus density at 15oC

ISO 91-1 Petroleum measurement tables – Part 1: Tables based on reference temperatures of 15oC

and 60oF

ISO 2719 Determination of flash point – Pensky – Martens closed cup method

ISO 3104 Petroleum products – Transparent and opaque liquids – Determination of kinematic viscosity and calculation of dynamic viscosity

ISO 3675 Crude petroleum and liquid petroleum products – Laboratory determination of density – Hydrometer method

ISO 3733 Petroleum products and bituminous materials – Determination of Water – Distillation method

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

ISO 12185 Crude petroleum and petroleum products – Determination of density – Oscillating u-tube method

IMO Regulations Regulations for the prevention of pollution from ships Annex VI of MARPOL 73/78

1.3. Definitions

For this purpose of this Singapore Standard, the following definitions shall apply.

1.3.1. Authorized verifier

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

1.3.2. Bunker craft operator

The company which holds a valid bunkering license (bunker craft operator) issued by the implementing authority.



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1.3.3. Bunker delivery note (BDN)

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

1.3.4. Bunker supplier

The company which holds a valid bunkering license (bunker supplier) issued by the implementing authority.

1.3.5. Bunker surveyor

The person who holds a valid bunker surveyor license issued by the implementing authority.

1.3.6. Bunker tanker

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

1.3.7. Bunker(s)

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

1.3.8. Cargo officer

An individual who represents the bunker supplier and is responsible for bunkering operations and documentations. (as amended June 2012)

1.3.9. Chief engineer

The chief engineer of the vessel or his representative who is responsible for receiving bunkers and documentation of the bunkering operations.

1.3.10. FOB

Free on board

1.3.11. Free Water

The water that exists as a separate phase.

1.3.12. Gross observed volume (GOV)

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

1.3.13. 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

oC, to the standard temperature of

15oC.

1.3.14. Master

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

1.3.15. 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.

1.3.16. Sample

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

1.3.17. Sediment

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



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1.3.18. Total observed volume

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

1.3.19. Vessel

The vessel receiving bunker(s)

1.3.20. Water indicating paste

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

1.3.21. Use of “may”, “shall” and “should”

1.3.21.1. May – means a possible method or action

1.3.21.2. Shall – means a mandatory requirement

1.3.21.3. Should – means a preferred method or action

1.4. Ethical practices and professionalism

1.4.1. Bunker suppliers, bunker craft operators, cargo officers, Chief Engineers, bunker surveyor 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.

1.4.2. Bunker suppliers, bunker craft operators, cargo officers, chief engineers and bunker surveyors shall

comply with all safe working practices and at all times during the bunker delivery. Act responsibly and

professionally.

1.5. Pre-delivery conference

Prior to 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.

1.5.1. Safety, Health and Environment

1.5.1.1. The requirements to be observed by all personnel of the bunker tanker and vessel for the safe transfer of bunkers are set out in Annex A. Internationally accepted safety standards should also be observed.

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

1.5.1.3. Effective communication means as well as emergency shutdown requirements as set out in A.3.5 and A.3.6 and hand signals as set out in Annex B shall be pre-agreed between the bunker supplier 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.

1.5.2. Bunkering Pre-delivery safety checklist

1.5.2.1. The bunker pre-delivery safety checklist as set out in Annex C shall be completed and signed by the cargo officer and the Chief Engineer with their names clearly printed.

1.5.2.2. All items in this checklist shall be completed.

1.5.2.3. Any cancellation or amendment of this checklist shall be signed by the cargo officer and the Chief Engineer.

1.5.2.4. At least two copies of this checklist shall be completed and signed. The original shall be retained by the cargo officer and the duplicate shall be given to the Chief Engineer.



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1.6. Documentation

1.6.1. A complete bunkering operation shall include the following documentation:

a) Bunker Requisition form

b) Non-cargo tank declaration/inspection form

c) Tank gauging/calculation form

d) Bunker Delivery note

Bunker suppliers shall have all these documents available on board the bunker tanker(s)

1.6.2. The cargo officer shall prepare the documents for the chief engineer without being asked to do so.

1.6.3. Bunker suppliers may have their own formats for the documents as set out in 1.6.1, but the information as set out in 1.8, 1.9, 1.10 and 1.15 shall be provided. These documents shall not contain terms which are inconsistent with this standard. Recommended examples of the documents are given in Annexes D, E, F and G.

1.6.4. Bunker suppliers shall not issue for a bunkering operation, any other documents which are inconsistent with this standard or any international regulations.

1.7. Bunker Specifications

1.7.1. Bunker Supplier 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) [as amended June 2012]. 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.

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 homogeneous and stable.

1.7.2. 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.



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SECTION 2

PRE-DELIVERY CHECKS AND DOCUMENTATION

1.8. Bunker Requisition form

1.8.1. This pre-delivery document shall be completed and signed by the cargo officer and the Chief Engineer. The bunker requisition form is not intended to vary the terms of any pre-existing contract between the buyer and the bunker supplier.

1.8.2. This form shall contain the information as set out in Annex D.

1.8.3. 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 the product, it is recommended that the lighter grade should be supplier first followed by the heavier grade, unless otherwise requested by the Chief Engineer in writing.

1.8.4. The cargo officer shall confirm with the Chief Engineer the requirements of the vessel including the quantity, grade of bunker(s) and pumping rate.

1.8.5. All items in this form shall be completed and signed by the cargo officer and the chief engineer with their names clearly printed. This form shall be endorsed with the bunker supplier’s stamp and the vessel’s stamp.

1.8.6. Any cancellation or amendment on this form shall be signed by the cargo officer and the chief engineer.

1.8.7. At least two copies of this form shall be completed and signed. The original shall be retained by the bunker supplier and duplicate shall be given to the chief engineer.

1.9. Non-cargo tank declaration/inspection form

1.9.1. The non-cargo tank declaration/inspection form is declaration by the cargo officer on the gauging and contents of the non-cargo tanks and spaces.

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

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

1.9.4. In the event of quantity dispute, the chief engineer or 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).



1.10. Tank gauging/calculation form

1.10.1. The tank gauging/calculation form is to record tank gauging (or meter readings) and cargo temperature readings as witnessed by the chief engineer.

1.10.2. This form as set out in Annex F and shall be used by the cargo officer to record the calculation of the quantity in the tanks. The relevant API/ASTM/IP/ISO methods for gauging and measurement of petroleum products should be used for guidance.

1.10.3. The cargo officer shall invite the chief engineer to witness the opening gauge (or meter reading) and the taking of cargo temperature of all cargo tanks.



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1.10.4. The chief engineer is strongly advised to witness the tank gauging of all the cargo tanks before the commencement of the bunkering operation. If the chief engineer declines the invitation, the cargo officer shall record this on the form and this shall be endorsed by the chief engineer.

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

1.10.6. If a flow meter is used instead of tank gauging, the flow meter must be verified by an authorized verifier. The bunker supplier shall carry the certificate of verification issued by an authorized verifier. The flow meter shall be verified at least once in every 12 months or earlier, if necessary. The seal of the flow meter by the authorized verifier shall be intact. Flow meter with broken verification seal is not allowed to use.

1.10.7. All items in Annex F shall be completed and signed by the cargo officer and the chief engineer with their names, date and time of signing clearly printed. This form shall be endorsed with the bunker supplier’s stamp and the vessel’s stamp.



1.11. Sampling

1.11.1. Collecting Samples

Four samples shall be collected for the bunkering operation. A fifth sample shall be collected if a testing laboratory is engaged. If more samples are required, Shipowners/Bunker buyers and Bunker Suppliers shall have this requirement in their contractual agreement.

The samples shall be distributed as follows:

a. Two samples to the vessel (one of which is the MARPOL sample)

b. One sample retained by bunker supplier

c. One sample for bunker surveyor; and

d. One sample for the testing laboratory, if engaged.

1.11.2. Sampling Requirements

1.11.2.1. All bunker suppliers shall comply with the sampling requirements as set out in Annex I

1.11.2.2. If the sampling requirements provided by the bunker supplier differ from those as set out in Annex I, the chief engineer shall make his comments in the “Remark” section of t he tank gauging / calculation form.

1.11.2.3. 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 is shown in Annex J.

1.11.3. Sampling Procedure

The sampling procedure shall be as set out in Annex L 1.

1.11.4. Location of Sampling Equipment

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

1.11.4.2. If there are physical limitations or constraints at the bunker manifold of the vessel which make custody transfer sampling at the 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 and signed by the cargo officer and chief engineer.



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CHAPTER ONE SECTION 3 – Bunkering Operation


SECTION 3

BUNKERING OPERATION

1.12. Delivery procedure and documentation

1.12.1. 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).

1.12.2. 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.

1.12.3. The chief engineer shall have a crew member from the vessel to oversee the entire bunkering operation

1.12.4. The cargo officer to appoint a crew member from the bunker tanker to oversee the sampling process on the vessel jointly with the chief engineer at all times during the entire bunkering operation.

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

1.12.6. The cargo officer shall ensure that the agreed pumping rate is adhered to by the bunker tanker within the safe operating practices. The agreed pumping rate should not be exceeded unless requested by the chief engineer and duly endorsed by him.

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

1.12.8. All stoppages and reasons for doing so shall be recorded in the bunker tankers log.

1.12.9. Line clearing of bunker hose(s) shall only be carried out at the end of the pumping operation.

1.12.10. After pumping operation is completed, the bunker(s) contained in the bunker hose(s) shall be cleared into the vessel’s tank. The procedure for line clearing the bunker hose(s) is as follows:

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

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

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

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

1.12.12. The line clearing process shall not be repeated more than twice after the completion of the pumping operation.

1.12.13. 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.

1.12.14. During the entire bunkering process, no other bunker tanker shall be allowed to come alongside the bunker tanker delivering bunker(s) to the vessel, unless two different products are to be delivered to the vessel simultaneously.



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SECTION 4

POST DELIVERY CHECKS AND DOCUMENTATION

1.13. Tank gauging / calculation form

1.13.1. The tank gauging / calculation form shall again be used in conjunction with the closing gauge (or meter reading) and the recording of cargo temperature of every tank.

1.13.2. On completion of the bunkering operation, the cargo officer shall invite the chief engineer to witness the closing gauge (or meter reading) and the cargo temperatures of all cargo tanks of the bunker tanker.

1.13.3. If the chief engineer has earlier indicated his intention to witness all gauges before delivery takes place but subsequently declines the invitation to witness the closing gauge, the cargo officer shall indicate the change on the bunker requisition form and such shall be endorsed by the chief engineer.

1.13.4. The procedure set out in 1.10.5 to 1.10.9 shall be followed for the closing gauge.

1.13.5. In the event of a quantity dispute, the procedures for verifying the contents and gauging of all tanks, including the non-cargo tanks as set out in 1.9.4 and 1.9.5 shall be followed.

1.14. Verification of delivered quantity

1.14.1. The delivered quantity shall be based on the bunker tanker’s tank gauging and calculations as

witnessed by both the cargo officer and the chief engineer. Where flow meters are used instead of

tank gauging, the flow meter readings as witnessed by both the cargo officer and the chief engineer

shall be used for the calculation of the quantity delivered.

1.14.2. The chief engineer shall verify the delivered quantity as stated in the bunker delivery note. The chief

engineer is strongly advised to witness the tank gauging of all the cargo tanks on the bunker tanker

after the completion of the bunker delivery. The calculations shall be based on the opening and

closing gauges of the bunker tanker’s tank and the cargo temperatures as witnessed by both the

cargo officer and the chief engineer. 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.

1.14.3. The bunker tanker shall carry its latest certified tank calibration. The cargo officer shall allow the

chief engineer to make the photocopies of the relevant pages if the chief engineer so requests.

1.15. Bunker Delivery Note (BDN)

1.15.1. The BDN shall contain the information as set out in Annex G and shall comply with the IMO regulation 18 (3) of Annex VI MARPOL 73/78.

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

1.15.3. The BDN shall bear the licensed bunker suppliers name and the valid bunker supplier license no.

1.15.4. All relevant and applicable columns of the BDN shall be filled in, and “NA” (meaning not applicable) shall be inserted in those blank columns.

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

1.15.6. 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.

1.15.7. A copy of the tank gauging / calculation form shall be attached with the BDN.


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SECTION 5

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR BUNKER TANKERS

1.16. Stock movement logbook

1.16.1. 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 N. 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 to prevent removal of any pages.

1.16.2. The daily entries of the stock movement logbook shall contain the following: (as amended June

2012)

a. Date and time of receipts and deliveries

b. Product grade, quantity, tank numbers and source of receipts.

c. Product grade, quantity, tank numbers and destination 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.

1.16.3. The cargo officer shall maintain the daily entries of the logbook. If there are no activities of the

bunker tanker on a particular day, the cargo officer shall record so in the logbook.

1.16.4. Every stock movement of the bunker tanker, except for inter-tank transfers, shall be supported by a

document duly executed and endorsed by the party concerned. The document reference shall be

recorded accordingly in the logbook.

1.16.5. The cargo officer shall prepare the daily entries and sign the logbook with his name clearly stated

within two hours of any stock movement.

1.16.6. The stock movement logbook shall be kept on board the bunker tanker for a minimum period of

three months, counting from the current date, and shall be made available to the implementing

authority upon request.

1.16.7. In the event of the quantity dispute, 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.

1.17. Bunker Tanker’s plan and diagram

A general lay out 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.

1.18. Reducers and adaptors

Bunker tanker(s) 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 follows:

500 GT and Below 501 to 1500 GT Above 1500 GT 80 mm and 3 inch 80 mm and 3 inch 100 mm and 4 inch 100 mm and 4 inch 100 mm and 4 inch 125 mm and 5 inch 125 mm and 5 inch 125 mm and 5 inch 150 mm and 6 inch 150 mm and 6 inch 150 mm and 6 inch 200 mm and 8 inch

200 mm and 8 inch 250 mm and 10 inch



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SECTION 6

OTHERS

1.19. Custody transfer sample for bunkers loaded into bunker tankers

1.19.1. 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 that stipulated in this standard.

1.19.2. Custody transfer shall also be collected bunker suppliers who load bunkers into their bunker tankers from other bunker supplier’s bunker tankers. The retention period for such samples shall be in accordance with that stipulated in L.1.10 and L.2.10 of this standard.

1.20. Quality checks on debunkered products

Bunker suppliers shall carry out quality checks on products received by the bunker tankers from all debunkering operations approved by the implementing authority, if the product received is to be subsequently re-supplied to vessels. Such quality checks shall ensure that the products received comply fully with the ISO 8217 standard including the general requirements. Bunker suppliers shall send the quality check report as issued by a recognized laboratory to the implementing authority.

1.21. Blending of products

1.21.1. Where blending of product is required, the blending should preferably be carried out ashore.

1.21.2. If onboard 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 blended shall be of homogeneous and stable nature. The quality of the blended product shall conform to the bunker specifications stated in 1.7.1. (as amended, June 2012)

1.21.3. In any event, in-tank blending shall not be carried out concurrently with the bunker delivery.

1.21.4. In-line blending onboard the bunker tanker is not permissible.

1.22. Bunker surveyor

1.22.1. 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. Ensure that the bunker surveyor has a valid bunker surveyor license issued by the implementing authority.

c. Facilitate the bunker survey throughout the whole bunkering operation.

1.22.2. The bunker surveyor (if engaged) shall:

a. Show the valid bunker surveyor license to the chief engineer and the master/cargo officer without demand.

b. Comply with the procedures set out in both chapters of this standard.

c. Notify the cargo officer if there is any non-compliance with this standard for immediate action. If necessary, he should report any non-compliance of the bunkering operation or irregularities to the implementing authority in writing.



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1.23. Delay

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

1.23.2. 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 bunker line manifold(s).

1.24. Disputes

1.24.1. Quantity Dispute

1.24.1.1. In the event of any dispute at the nd of the delivery with respect to the quantity of bunker(s) delivered, the chief engineer of the vessel should raise a note of protest, failing which, any such claim shall be deemed to be waived and barred. The note of protest [see Annex O, example (a)] shall be signed and stamped by both parties.

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

1.24.1.3. A copy of each of the note of protest raised by the bunker tanker and the vessel, together with a copy of the BDN, shall be sent to the implementing authority within 14 days after the bunker delivery.

1.24.2. Quality dispute

1.24.2.1. 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.

1.24.2.2. A copy of the complaint with a copy of the BDN should simultaneously be lodged with the implementing authority.

1.24.2.3. The parties shall have the quality of the mutually agreed sample analysed by a mutually agreed, independent and certified testing laboratory 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.



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CHAPTER TWO PROCEDURES FOR BUNKER SURVEYING


CHAPTER TWO

PROCEDURES FOR BUNKER SURVEYING



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TABLE OF CONTENTS

2.0 Introduction …………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..…………………. 17

2.1 Scope …………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..…………………. 17

2.2 Normative References …………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..…………………. 17

2.3 Definitions …………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..…………………. 18

2.4 Documentation …………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..…………………. 18

2.5 Role of Bunker Surveyors …………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..…………… 18

2.6 Professional Ethics …………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..…………………. 18

2.7 Safety, Health and Environment …………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..… 19

2.8 Essential Equipment for bunker surveying …………………………………………………..…………………………………… 19

2.9 Survey Procedures …………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..…………………. 20

2.10 Sampling …………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..…………………. 25

2.11 Disputes …………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..…………………. 26

2.12 Reporting Requirements …………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..…………… 27



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2.0. INTRODUCTION

This Singapore Standard is promulgated as an acceptable method of survey practice for bunker transfers. The standard provided herein is not intended to overrule any guidelines contained in any contract 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 bunker survey. Where a bunker surveyor is engaged, the bunker tanker and vessel shall allow access to the surveyor to carry out his duties of measurement and sampling on the bunker tanker and vessel.

In complying with this standard, bunker surveyors should note the following:

a. For safety reasons, only appropriate and intrinsically safe equipment shall be used.

b. Local regulations regarding loading/unloading including regulations on marine pollution shall be complied with.

c. Measurement and sampling activities to be performed on board the vessel and bunker tanker shall be accomplished in the presence of and with the expressed permission of the master and the cargo officer, respectively,

d. To ensure accuracy and verifiability of the survey results, the surveyor shall measure each tank personally for gauge and temperature.

e. Bunker calculations shall be carried out independently by the responsible parties and/or authorized representatives.

f. Any unresolved discrepancies relating to quality determinations and calculated quantities on board shall be recorded and reported to all interested parties in the form of a Statement of Fact and

g. All data recordings shall follow strict procedures to ensure the validity if the surveyor’s observations and that the data are recorded in a permanent written record at the time the procedures are performed.

2.1. SCOPE

This chapter two describes a method for specifying practical procedures for bunker surveying on board bunker tankers and vessels.

2.2. NORMATIVE REFERENCES

The referenced documents in Chapter 1.2 of Chapter One (Except ISO 91-1 and ISO 8217) and the following are indispensable for the application of this standard. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.

ISO 8754 Petroleum products – Determination of Sulfur content – Energy-dispersive X-ray fluorescent spectrometry

ISO 14596 Petroleum products – Determination of Sulfur content – Wavelength – dispersive X-ray fluorescent spectrometry

SS 524 Quality Management for bunker supply chain (QMBS)



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2.3. DEFINITIONS

For the purpose of this Standard, the definitions in 1.3 of Chapter One shall apply.

2.4. DOCUMENTATION

2.4.1. A complete bunker survey operation shall include the following documentation that bears the name of the bunker surveying company accredited with the national accreditation body and the accreditation mark:

a. Survey time-log

b. Statement of Fact (if applicable)

c. Pre-survey vessel acknowledgement

d. Ship’s measurement report

e. Gauging ticket

f. Surveyor’s bunker tanker measurement report (inclusive of non-cargo tanks check)

g. Meter delivery report (if applicable) and

h. Sample witnessing and receipt

2.4.2. Bunker surveyors may have their own formats for the documents as set out in 2.4.1, but the information as set out in the relevant annexes shall be provided. These documents shall not contain terms in which are inconsistent with this standard. Examples of the documents are given in Annexes S, T, U, V, W, X, Y and AA.

2.4.3. The following documents should be obtained by the bunker surveyor in respect of the bunker surveying operation.

a. Bunker Delivery note

b. Copy of tank gauging/calculation form

c. Copy of bunker requisition form

d. Copy of non-cargo tank declaration/inspection form\

e. Note of protest from chief engineer (if applicable), and

f. Note of protest from cargo officer

2.5. ROLE OF BUNKER SURVEYORS

2.5.1. Bunker Surveyors shall inspect, measure, sample, investigate and report as required on the bunkering operations. In carrying out their duties, the bunker surveyor shall comply with the procedures contained in this standard.

2.5.2. Bunker surveyors shall have an independent role over the concerned parties to ensure compliance with this standard. They shall report to the implementing authority on an non-compliance to this Singapore Standard or any irregularities to the bunkering operations.

2.6. Professional Ethics

2.6.1. Integrity

Bunker surveyors 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 appropriate authorities.



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2.6.2. Objectivity and Independence

Bunker surveyor must 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.

2.6.3. Competence and due care

Bunker surveyors should strive continually to improve their technical skills and services in order to keep their knowledge upto date. They must bring due care and diligence to bear upon the discharge of their duties.

Bunker surveyors shall not undertake professional work which they are not competent to perform. When in doubt they shall obtain such advice and assistance as will enable them to carry out the work competently.

2.6.4. Confidentiality

Bunker surveyors 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.

Bunker surveyors shall not use such information for their personal advantage or that of a third party.

2.6.5. Compliance

Bunker surveyors shall comply with the standards by the Government, statutory authorities and other relevant authorities given the mandate to set standards.

2.7. Safety, health and environment

2.7.1. The bunker surveyor shall not be under the influence of any alcohol, drugs or other substances which impairs the safe and efficient execution of this work and personal health.

2.7.2. Bunker surveyors shall familiarize themselves and comply with all safety requirements on board the vessel or bunker tanker.

2.7.3. The requirements to be observed by all personnel of the bunker tanker and vessel for the safe transfer of bunkers in port are set out in Annex A. internationally accepted safety standards should also be observed.

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

2.7.5. Effective communication means as well as emergency shut down requirements as set out in A.3.5 and A.3.6 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 should be given to the chief engineer prior to the commencement of the bunkering operation.

2.8. Essential equipment for bunker surveying

2.8.1. Bunker surveyors shall equip themselves with the following items when attending a bunker survey:

a. Gauging tape of approved standard and accuracy

b. Electronic thermometer or thermometer of accepted international standards such as ASTM or ISO. It is advisable to carry a spare battery for the electronic type.

c. Flashlight (if applicable)

d. Water and/or oil indicating pastes and

e. Sample bottle with caps, seals and labels which comply with the sampling requirements as set out in Annex I

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

2.8.4. Bunker surveyors shall equip themselves with the following minimum safety items: safety helmet, safety shoes and gloves, H2S and O2 monitors and life jacket. They shall wear personal protective equipment at all times while onboard the vessel and the bunker tanker.

2.8.5. Bunker surveyor may use the bunker tanker measuring equipment in conjunction with SS524:2006, 9.1.22 on control of measuring devices.

2.9. Survey procedures

Bunker surveyors shall use the relevant documentation as specified in 2.4.1 for the survey.

2.9.1. Time log

Bunker surveyors 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 S. Abnormal events shall be stated in a statement of fact as set out in Annex T, a copy of which shall be submitted to the implementing authority.

2.9.2. Pre-delivery procedure

2.9.2.1. Pre-delivery conference

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

2.9.2.2. Checks on receiving vessel

2.9.2.2.1. Pre-survey 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 license for examination by the vessel representative, and request the chief engineer to sign the pre-survey vessel acknowledgement form as set out in Annex U.

2.9.2.2.2. Draught, trim and list

The bunker surveyor shall record the draught, trim and list of the vessel in the gauging ticket (Annex W). The draught, trim and list of the vessel should remain the same throughout when measuring the tank. Where any of this cannot be achieved, it shall be recorded I the gauging ticket (Annex W) and the ship’s measurement report (Annex V).

The draught of the vessel should be obtained from the draught marks. For any reasons of inability to do so, the bunker surveyor shall record it in the ship’s measurement report (Annex V). if draught marks cannot be obtained, the bunker surveyor may use the draught gauge with caution. Care should be taken to ensure that the draught gauge is functional. Where draught gauge readings are used, this should be recorded in the ship’s measurement report (Annex V).

When determining the vessel’s list with the clinometer, care should be taken to ensure that the clinometer is fully functional and accurate.

2.9.2.2.3. Vessel’s information

The bunker surveyor should confirm with the chief engineer the following information:

a. Requested type, grade and quantity of bunkers.

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c. Requested pumping rates and

d. Bunkering sequence.

2.9.2.2.4. Witnessing of bunker tanker by chief engineer

The bunker surveyor shall confirm with the chief engineer whether he will witness bunker tanker gauging, meter reading and/or sampling. If the chief engineer declines to witness, the bunker surveyor shall indicate this in the pre-survey vessel acknowledgement form (ANNEX U).

2.9.2.2.5. Vessel’s calibration tables

The bunker surveyor, before taking opening gauges, shall inspect the vessel’s bunker tank calibration table so as to record in the gauging ticket (ANNEX W) the names of all tanks and their respective reference heights (if available). During gauging of tanks, any difference from the observed reference heights shall be recorded in the gauging ticket (Annex W) and the ship’s measurement report (Annex V).

2.9.2.2.6. On board quantity measurement

The bunker surveyor shall together with the chief engineer gauge the vessel’s bunker tanks. This shall include:

a. All nominated and non-nominated tanks

b. Settling tanks

c. Service tanks

d. Day tanks and

e. Overflow tanks

2.9.2.2.7. Gauging Criteria

At least three consecutive gauges shall be taken for each tank. If all three readings are within a range of 3 mm, the final gauge is obtained by averaging all the three readings.

If the first two readings are identical, the the reading may be recorded without taking additional gauges.

If the readings vary by more than 3 mm, additional gauges shall be taken as required and the average of all the readings taken as the final gauge.

All measured readings shall be recorded in the gauging ticket (Annex W). 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.

Where the bunker surveyor has 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.

2.9.2.2.8. Free water check

In every bunker 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 as excessive water may render the fuel unsafe for the vessel’s use. The free water detected shall be deducted for the gross standard volume calculations. In the event of traces of water found in the oil on water-cut exercise conducted by the bunker surveyor, the result thereof shall be recorded.

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measure the tank temperature due to any reasons, or where remote temperature instrument is used, he shall clearly record it in the ship’s measurement report (Annex V).

On completion of all opening measurements, the gauging tickets (Annex W), which are in duplicates, shall be signed bu the bunker surveyor and the Chief Engineer. A copy shall be given to the Chief Engineer immediately as contemporaneous record of the measurements carried out.

2.9.2.3. Checks on bunker tanker

2.9.2.3.1. Pre-survey Acknowledgement

On boarding the bunker tanker, the bunker surveyor shall identify himself by producing a valid surveyor license for examination by the bunker tanker representative.

2.9.2.3.2. Draught, Trim and List

The bunker surveyor shall record the draught, trim and list of the bunker tanker in the surveyor’s bunker tanker measurement report as set out in Annex X. The draught, trim and list of the bunker tanker should remain the same throughout when measuring the tank. Where any of these cannot be achieved, it shall be recorded in the surveyor’s bunker tanker measurement report (Annex X).

The draught of the bunker tanker should be obtained from the draught marks. For any reasons of inability to do so, the bunker surveyor shall record it in the surveyor’s bunker tanker measurement report (Annex X). If draught marks cannot be obtained, the bunker surveyor may use the draught gauge with caution.

When determining the bunker tanker’s list with the clinometer, care should be taken to ensure that the clinometer is fully functional and accurate.

2.9.2.3.3. Bunker Requisition Form

The bunker surveyor should obtain from the cargo officer a copy of bunker requisition form (Annex D).

The bunker surveyor shall note the following information:

a.) Nominated bunker quantity;

b.) Grade(s) of bunker (MFO, MDO, or MGO)

c.) Rated pumping capacity of the bunker tanker; and

d.) Basic specification of bunker such as viscosity, density at 15 degree celsius, flash point and water content of the bunker to be supplied.

2.9.2.3.4. Bunker tanker calibration tables

The bunker surveyor shall inspect the bunker tanker calibration tables before taking opening gauges. The location of cargo tanks, sounding pipe positions and reference heights shall be recorded. During gauging of tanks, any differences from the observed reference heights shall be recorded in the inspection report.

The bunker surveyor shall inspect the bunker tanker’s tank calibration table before taking opening gauges and record down the name of all the tanks and their respective reference heights (if available) i the gauging ticket (Annex W).

2.9.2.3.5. On board quantity measurement

The bunker surveyor shall together with the cargo officer and the Chief Engineer 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 X).

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The bunker surveyor shall examine the contents of the non-cargo tank declaration/inspection form (Annex E). Any variances shall be recorded in a statement of fact (Annex T).

2.9.2.3.6. Gauging Criteria

At least three consecutive gauges shall be taken for each tank. If all three readings are within a range of 3 mm, the final gauge is obtained by averaging all the three readings.

If the first two readings are identical, then the reading may be recorded without taking additional gauges.

If the readings vary by more than 3 mm, additional gauges shall be taken as required and the average of all the readings taken as the final gauge.

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

Where the bunker surveyor has 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.

2.9.2.3.7. Free water check

In every 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 as excessive water may render the fuel unsafe for the vessel’s use. The free water detected shall be deducted for the gross standard volume calculations. In the event of traces of water found in the oil on water-cut exercise conducted by bunker surveyor, the result thereof shall be recorded.

2.9.2.3.8. Temperature Check

The bunker surveyor shall determine the temperatures of the bunker in the nominated and non-nominated tanks by using a calibrated thermometer. If the bunker surveyor is unable to measure the tank temperature due to any reason, or where remote temperature instrument is used, he shall clearly record this fact in the surveyor’s bunker tanker measurement report (Annex X).

On completion of all opening gauges, the gauging tickets (Annex W) (which shall be in duplicates) shall be signed by the bunker surveyor, cargo officer and the Chief Engineer and a copy given to each party immediately as contemporaneous record of the gauging carried out.

2.9.2.3.9. Stock Movement Logbook

The bunker surveyor should compare the opening gauges quantities with the bunker tanker’s stock movement logbook (Annex N). Any discrepancy should be recorded in a statement of fact (Annex T).

2.9.2.3.10. Flow Meter

If the use of flow meter is the contractually agreed method for measuring the delivered bunker quantity, the bunker surveyor shall record the opening and closing readings of the totaliser. The bunker surveyor shall verify that the flow meter is sealed by an authorised verifier designated by SPRING Singapore. The date of last meter verification and valid certificate of verification shall be checked. Unavailability of the above shall be recorded in the meter delivery report (Annex Y). Where the use of flow meter has not been agreed upon, the bunker surveyor shall take the tank gauging as specified in 2.9.2.3.5.



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2.9.2.3.11. Tank Gauging/Calculation Form

The bunker surveyor should verify the contents of the bunker tanker’s tank gauging/calculation form (Annex F) to ensure that they are consistent with the bunker surveyor’s findings.

2.9.2.3.12. Zero Dip Volume Application

The bunker surveyor shall notify the cargo officer that 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 visual inspection of the bunker tanker cargo tank indicates free flowing oil at the aft of the tank.

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

2.9.3. Delivery Procedure

The bunker surveyor should observe the delivery procedure which should include but not be limited to the following:

a.) hose connection;

b.) sampling;

c.) pumping rate;

d.) leakage;

e.) presence of unauthorised bunker tanker;

f.) blending operation; and

g.) line clearing of bunker hoses/pipeline.

Any abnormalities shall be recorded in a statement of fact (Annex T).

2.9.4. Post-delivery procedure

2.9.4.1. Bunker tanker

2.9.4.1.1. Tank gauging

The bunker surveyor shall carry out the closing gauge upon confirmation from the cargo officer that the bunkering operation is completed and the cargo pumping operation has stopped.

The bunker surveyor shall together with the Chief Engineer and cargo officer, conduct the closing gauges of the nominated and non-nominated tanks.

The bunker surveyor shall follow the procedure as set out in 2.9.2.3.2, 2.9.2.3.5, 2.9.2.3.6, 2.9.2.3.7 and 2.9.2.3.8.

Paragraph 4 deleted.

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

2.9.4.1.2. Witnessing of tank gauging

If the Chief Engineer has earlier indicated his intention to witness all gauges before delivery takes place but subsequently declines invitation to witness the closing gauges, the bunker surveyor shall indicate the change in the surveyor’s bunker tanker measurement report (Annex X).



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2.9.4.1.3. Determination of delivered quantity

The bunker surveyor shall calculate and determine the delivered quantity as per the procedure set out in Annex Z.

The bunker surveyor shall compute the quantity delivered upon completion of tank gauging. The surveyor’s bunker tanker measurement report (Annex X) shall be used in conjunction with these gauges.

Where the bunker surveyor’s calculated bunker tanker delivered quantity is different from the cargo officer’s calculated quantity of BDN (Annex G), the bunker surveyor shall find out the reason and inform the Chief Engineer accordingly. The Chief Engineer shall decide whether or not to accept the delivered quantity as stated in the BDN.

Where the bunker surveyor shall then continue to take closing gauges on board the vessel The bunker surveyor shall not take the closing gauges of the vessel until he has ascertained the bunker tanker’s delivered quantity.

2.9.4.2. Receiving Vessel

The bunker surveyor shall take the closing gauges of the receiving vessel only after the completion of final closing gauges and computation of delivered quantity go the bunker tanker.

2.9.4.2.1. Tank gauging

The bunker surveyor shall gauge all nominated tanks with the Chief Engineer. The bunker surveyor shall follow the procedure as set out in 2.9.2.2.2, 2.9.2.2.7, 2.9.2.2.8 and 2.9.2.2.9. The gauging ticket (Annex W) shall be used and issued immediately upon completion of the closing of gauges.

2.9.4.2.2. Determination of received quantity

The bunker surveyor shall calculate and determine the received quantity as per procedure set out in Annex Z. The ship’s measurement report (Annex V) shall be used.

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

Upon ascertaining the vessel’s received quantity, the bunker surveyor shall compare it with the bunker tanker’s delivered quantity.

Where the vessel’s received quantity shows a difference as compared to the bunker tanker’s delivered quantity, the bunker surveyor shall inform the Chief Engineer of the quantity difference.

If the BDN quantity difference is accepted by the Chief Engineer, the reason shall be recorded and endorsed by the Chief Engineer in the survey form. Otherwise, the bunker surveyor shall carry out the procedure as set our in 2.11 for disputes.

Bunker surveyor 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 the seller.

2.10. Sampling

2.10.1. Collecting Samples

Four samples shall be collected for the bunkering operation A fifth sample shall be collected id a testing laboratory is engaged. If more samples are required, shipowners/bunker buyers and bunker suppliers shall ave this requirement specified in their contractual agreement.

The samples shall be distributed as follows:

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b.) One sample retained by bunker tanker;

c.) One sample for bunker surveyor; and

d.) One sample for the testing laboratory, if engaged.

2.10.2. Sampling procedure

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

All information pertaining to the sampling shall be recorded by the bunker surveyor in the sample witnessing and receipt (Annex AA).

Any non-conformance to the procedure shall be recorded by the bunker surveyor in a statement of fact (Annex T).

2.10.3. Location of sampling equipment

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

2.10.3.2. If there are physical limitations or constraints at the bunker manifold of the vessel which make the custody transfer sampling at the 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.

2.10.4. Checking and verification of sampling equipment

The bunker surveyor together wit the cargo officer and the Chief Engineer 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 shown in Annex J.

2.11. Disputes

The following shall be carried out in the event of a quantity dispute raised by the Chief Engineer:

2.11.1. The bunker surveyor shall:

a) Re-check the reference heights and tank gauging of all nominated, non-nominated and the non-cargo tanks, which includes the settling, service, day and overflow tanks of the receiving vessel;

b) Re-check the reference heights and tank gauging of all nominated, non-nominated and the non-cargo tanks of the bunker tanker;

c) Record the reasons in the statement of fact 9Annex T) if the preceding (a) or/and (b) is/are disallowed;

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

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

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

g) Obtain and examine photocopies of the relevant pages of the bunker tanker’s stock movement logbook (Annex N) showing all the stock movements related to the bunker delivery;

h) Obtain and examine the relevant pages if the receiving vessel’s engine logbook and on board records;

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

k) Examine and obtain copies of last certificated of quantity or equivalent document by the cargo provider (terminal) or ship), and surveyor;s bunker tanker measurement reports (Annex X) as issued at the terminal or ship.

2.11.2. The bunker surveyor shall record all the relevant details and findings of the dispute in a statement of fact (Annex T). This document should be completed and acknowledged by the Chief Engineer and/or cargo officer.

2.11.3. If the dispute remains unresolved, the Chief Engineer shall raise the note of protest (Annex O).

2.12. Reporting Requirements

2.12.1. The bunker surveyor shall report the following to the implementing authority of this standard:

a) Any non-compliance to this Singapore Standard;

b) Any significant irregularities in the bunkering operation; and

c) Any impediments to the application of the standard.

2.12.2. The bunker surveyor should also take careful note of the precautions and limitations as given in Annex AB in the course of performing the bunker survey.



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