THE HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH CARGO TANK ENTRIES

Coast Guard guidelines for safely entering cargo tanks and other enclosed spaces are presented. Related hazards including oxygen deficiency, toxic chemicals, chronic exposures, and fire and explosion are described. Details are provided on such safety methods as training, ventilation, marine chemist certificate, and respiratory protection.

• Corporate Authors:

  United States Coast Guard

  2100 Second Street, SW
  Washington, DC  United States  20593
• Authors:
  • Perry, T
• Publication Date: 1976-10

Media Info

• Pagination: p. 43-47
• Serial:
  • Coast Guard Engineer's Digest
  • Issue Number: 193

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Atmosphere; Hazards; Marine safety; Occupational safety; Safety education; Safety programs; Tankers; Tanks (Containers)
• Old TRIS Terms: Cargo tanks; Crew safety; Hazardous atmospheres; Tank inspection; Tanker safety
• Subject Areas: Education and Training; Marine Transportation; Safety and Human Factors;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00148510
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: United States Coast Guard
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Feb 23 1977 12:00AM