Reefer Cargo deterioration
Reefer containers require special care after they are loaded on board ship. These containers need to be supplied with power, monitored closely for proper function and repaired as required in case of malfunction.The article here is about procedures and guidelines on how to preserve the cargo and to avoid deterioration.
There are only two things worth mentioning here.
(1) Check and monitor each reefer container as per voyage instruction, which requires following basic check items.
Upon sailing from a loading port, make sure ;
a) if number of reefer containers loaded matches that of reefer list
b) if the temperature of all the reefer containers loaded matches reefer list temperature
c) if ventilation setting of all the reefer containers loaded is all OK
d) if power plugs of all the reefer containers are duly connected
e) if all the reefer containers are (seem to be) working normally
(2) Once any malfunction or troubles are detected, make immediate report to the concerned parties as per voyage instruction. If they are reefer units, also follow instructions provided .
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