EFFECTIVE REFRIGERANT CONTROL ON BOARD REEFER SHIPS
Code No 572
Time: 16 Mins
This package is designed both as an introduction for those who have not previously
sailed on a reefer ship and as refresher training for others.
Many reefer ships rely on freon (CFC) as the cooling agent. The critical factor is how
carefully it is handled by the officers and crew members who are in charge of the
systems which use this gas. Any escape of freon is harmful to the natural
environment and also represents a hazard to those working on board.
The other coolant commonly used on board reefer ships is brine. This is corrosive
and has its own potential for damaging the environment. For these reasons
adequate training must be given to all those working with these systems.
The final message is the need to protect the environment by the careful handling of
refrigerants which has the added advantage of helping to run the ship more
economically.
The need for careful examination of all cargoes before loading to check product
quality and the importance of following the specified carriage conditions to ensure
that this quality is not impaired during the voyage. Careful record-keeping is
essential to ensure that any claims, time dependent or otherwise, against the
shipper can be properly dealt with.
Code No 572
Time: 16 Mins