Tuff, Coarse
TUFF, COARSE
Schedule source MSC.575(110) · pages MSC.575(110)
Description
Porous rock of volcanic origin. Colour may vary from yellow, light brown to red, grey or black.
Hazard
Dust of this cargo is abrasive and may cause skin and eye irritation. This cargo is non-combustible or has a low fire risk.
Stowage and Segregation
No special requirements.
Hold Cleanliness
No special requirements.
Weather Precautions
No special requirements.
Loading
Trim in accordance with the relevant provisions required under sections 4 and 5 of IMSBC Code.
Precautions
Appropriate precautions shall be taken to protect machinery and accommodation spaces from the dust of the cargo. Bilge wells shall be clean and dry and covered, as appropriate, to prevent ingress of the cargo. Persons who may be exposed to the cargo shall wear protective clothing, gloves, goggles or other equivalent dust eye-protection and dust filter masks, as necessary.
Ventilation
No special requirements.
Carriage
No special requirements.
Discharge
No special requirements.
Clean-up
No special requirements.
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