Cargo Work: For Maritime Operations

Cargo Work 9th edition is a comprehensive guide to the handling, stowage, and carriage of cargo by marine transports, covering key classes and international regulations. It includes marine movements in both passenger and offshore environments, unit load systems, and hazardous goods.

Format: Hardback
Length: 476 pages
Publication date: 31 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Cargo Work, a comprehensive guide tailored for the marine industry and seafarers worldwide, has undergone a thorough revision and expansion to encompass the diverse range of cargo classes, encompassing the handling, stowage, and transportation of all major commodities by marine transports. This invaluable resource offers a comprehensive guide to the safe movement of a wide array of cargoes, adhering to the latest international regulations that impact cargo work, equipment, and operational systems. The book delves into marine movements across both passenger and offshore environments, as well as the unit load systems of containerization, roll-on, roll-off practice, hazardous goods, and project cargoes.

In addition to covering the latest International Maritime Organization (IMO) Codes, Cargo Work 9th edition also delves into essential elements of the International Port and Ship Security Code (ISPS). This edition includes a dedicated chapter on heavy lift practice and project cargo, ensuring that readers are well-equipped to handle the unique challenges associated with these cargo types.

Throughout the text, readers are accompanied by updated color diagrams and photographs, enhancing their understanding of complex cargo handling procedures and equipment. Cargo Work 9th edition serves as an indispensable reference for maritime students and serving crew alike, providing them with the essential knowledge and skills required to excel in their roles within the industry.

Weight: 1090g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032526522
Edition number: 9 ed