Tanker operation : Measures For Pump room inspections
A pump room contains the largest concentration of cargo pipelines of any space within the ship and leakage of a volatile product from any part of this system could lead to the rapid generation of a flammable or toxic atmosphere.
The Pump Room may also contain a number of potential ignition sources unless formal, structured maintenance, inspection and monitoring procedures are strictly adhered to.
Before Starting Cargo Operations (including Loading):
• An inspection is to be made to ensure that strainer covers, inspection plates, drain plugs and lighting are in place and in proper order.
• Drain valves in the pump room cargo system, especially those on cargo oil pumps, should be firmly closed.
• Bulkhead glands should be inspected to ensure efficient gas-tight seal between the Pump Room and the machinery space.
During Cargo Operations (including Loading):
• Inspection at regular intervals to check for leakages from glands, pipes, plugs, seals, drain valves, especially those fitted on pumps.
• Where pumps are in use, the absence of abnormal sound, the normal function of local and remote pressure gauges, the integrity of pump glands (where fitted), the bearings, casings should be checked for overheating. (Pump Glands shall never be adjusted on rotating shafts, while the pump is in service)
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