Southern Transport Service SOP

Master's InstructionsPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in the use and requirements of the company's Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

SCOPEAll SOP documents issued by Southern Transport Service.

ORGANIZATIONAL UNITS AFFECTED All vessels owned or managed by Southern Transport Service.

POLICYSouthern Transport Service has developed a set of SOP's to guide the Master and other ship's officers in the safe, efficient operation of each vessel. These include instructions for General Ship's Business, Bridge and Deck, HSE, Personnel, Engineering, and Contingency Planning. The instructions provided are the minimum requirements of Southern Transport Service and will not relieve the Master or any other ship's officer from any statutory regulation. These instructions are not intended to cover every circumstance or event and the Masters have the absolute right when faced with a situation not covered to choose their own course of action. Knowing that each vessel is unique, the Master of the vessel is encouraged to expand upon these procedures and tailor them to fit each vessel as long as the minimum requirements set forth are met.

PRACTICEThe Master of each vessel is to be fully conversant with the SOP's of Southern Transport Service. These will be maintained on each vessel by the Master. It is the Master's responsibility to ensure that all officers are familiar with these as well as ensuring that instructions provided are carried out as written. All officers are responsible for ensuring that the ratings are aware of these procedures and that they are followed.

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Record KeepingPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of records of Southern Transport Service vessels for keeping operational records of the vessel.

SCOPERecords kept aboard Southern Transport Service vessels including but not limited to; Logs, Inventory, Ships Documents, Personnel, HSE forms, Ship to Office Reports.

ORGANIZATIONAL UNITS AFFECTED All vessels owned or managed by Southern Transport Service

POLICYIt is the responsibility of the Master and Chief Engineer to ensure that all records pertinent to their departments as required by Flag State, Port State, International Regulation and Company are maintained.

PRACTICEIndividual records will be discussed in detail in other parts of these SOP's. It is important to remember that all records are part of an audit trail that must be maintained for internal and external needs. In general the records must be kept aboard and available for inspection for the following periods of time; Logs - Three years then send to office for storage. These include Deck, Engine Room, Garbage Log, and Oil Record Book. Inventory - Three months of updates. Documents - Dispose of outdated or expired documents upon receipt of replacement. Personnel - Maintain as long as employment on vessel is active, when transferred or terminated forward to office. Permit to Work (PTW): Records shall be kept for two years. Reports to Office - Weekly, trip, and general communications for two years then destroy.

All records created on computer can be saved to a CD-R and no paper copy required unless a signature is required on the record. These CD's will be clearly labeled as to their content and stored in a "read only" format to keep them from being altered or overwritten.

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Bridge and Engine RoomPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in the proper keeping of the bridge and Engine Room log books.

SCOPEThe Bridge and Engine Room Logs maintained on all Southern Transport Service vessels.

ORGANIZATIONAL UNITS AFFECTEDAll vessels owned or managed by Southern Transport Service.

POLICYThe Bridge Log is an official legal document detailing the vessels movements and particulars for each voyage. It is important that this log contain the appropriate information and is filled out correctly by the vessels watch standing officers. The Master and Chief Officer will sign each daily sheet of the log which attests to their acceptance of the correctness of the entries for that day.

The Engine Room Log is also an official document detailing the engine room conditions, readings and activities. The Chief Engineer will sign each daily sheet of the log which attests to their acceptance of the correctness of the entries for that day. Those Engineers that wish to also use a "Rough Log Book" may do so, but the Official Engine Room Log shall be properly maintained on a daily basis.

PRACTICEThere are numerous standard daily entries that must be made, as they will be the subjects of scrutiny from time to time by clients, Port State Control, Flag State, Classification Society, or the owner. All entries to the log will be made in black ink with safety related entries to be in red ink. If a mistake is made one line will be drawn through the entry and initialed by the person making that entry. Under no circumstances will an entry be scratched out or altered in any way other than the single line strike-through as noted above. The use of "White-Out" is strictly prohibited. Most STS engine rooms maintain a rough log book in addition to our official paper logs, the engineers are to ensure that these are signed at the end of each day

It is the Master's responsibility to periodically inspect both the Deck and Engine Room log books to ensure that all entries are being completed as per Flag State, USCG and Company Policy. If the Master discovers that logs are not being maintained as per policy, he is to immediately implement corrective action onboard and to notify STS operations staff.

Also, if the officers fill in their Master Deck Log on the computer, you must also maintain a separate rough hand written deck log book with the same information. Those that would not prefer to maintain two separate logs, then print out the blanks Master Deck Log sheets and fill in the daily information by hand.

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Deck:

• The position of the vessel will be noted at least every two hours, except while secured to a dock, then note on logs what dock it is and location.

• Any unusual sightings or occurrences will be noted, i.e. equipment failures, accidents, injuries, etc.

• All course changes when not on prospect or in pilot waters will be noted. • Details of re-supply ops will be noted, i.e.; lines on, hose over or off, personnel

transferred, fueling start, and stop. • Daily tests of the ships whistle and general alarm, switch over of the steering pumps, #1

pump on odd days #2 pump on even days at 12 noon each day so as to not wake crew that may be sleeping and also the crew will know that at a certain time each day the alarm will sound. The alarm test will be a short signal on the Bell and Whistle, so crew will not confuse it with an actual emergency.

• All safety meetings or drills will be noted. • Testing of the steering gear and propulsion as required within 12 hours of port arrival or

departure. • Port information such as pilot aboard, pilot's name, pilot off, time docked, time departed,

name of dock. Drafts upon arrival or departure. • Daily fuel consumption and remaining. • Bunkering times, quantity received or pumped off. • The following page line after the "Last" entry in the Master Bridge Logs, will have a

diagonal line drawn in red ink starting from the last entry, top left side down to the bottom right side of the page with "Closed to Further Entries" written "along" the line. This will prevent anyone from going to previous log and adding entries to it. In addition, no spaces are to be left in between entries and watch changes, that would allow an individual to have space to add any unauthorized entries.

Engine Room:

• Monitor main engine and auxiliary engines temperatures. Monitor oil levels in all engines. • Amount of oil used each day and what piece of machinery it is being put in. Keep track of

fuel used and transferred, from tank to tank. • Monitor all water levels in the engines. • Record all fuel and oil transfers to other vessels. • Record all repairs done in the engine room and to the other equipment onboard the

vessel. • Record any problems that cannot be repaired and promptly notify the Port Superintendent• Record who is on watch and when.

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Master's Standing OrdersPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in Bridge Team Management and Bridge Organization.

SCOPEMaster's Standing Orders required on all Southern Transport Service vessels.


POLICYA set of Master's Standing Orders will be issued and maintained aboard all Southern Transport Service vessels. These orders and any amendments will be read and signed as understood by all deck officers. The Master will familiarize newly joined officers with these orders and any other directives before they take over a watch. The Master will also ensure that all officers are familiar with the set up and operation of all bridge equipment.

PRACTICEThe Master's Standing Orders will at a minimum, include the following topics: • when to call the Master; • reduction in speed due to restricted visibility, heavy weather or other circumstances as

encountered; • posting of lookouts; • manning the helm with instructions on when to change from automatic to manual

steering and what to do in case of steering malfunction; • use and correction of charts; • use of echo sounders, radar, and other navigational aids; • the need to check information to avoid "one-person" errors; • communications via radio or Inmarsat; • boarding arrangements for pilots; • watchkeeping in Port; Sample Master's Standing Orders

Standing orders of the M/VAll watchkeepers will read and sign these standing orders when fully understood. The contents of these orders are to be strictly adhered to by all watchkeepers. When in doubt call the Captain!

All Deck Officers will be familiar with the steering system, all Bridge equipment, life-saving equipment, and firefighting equipment aboard this vessel.

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At Sea 1. General :

a) Always comply with COLREGS 1972 (Rules of the Road) b) Always keep a proper lookout. c) Never leave the Bridge without a proper relief. If needed call a seaman, a mate or me. d) Always be on guard against "one person" errors. If you see something that does not look

right to you, ask about it. We all make mistakes and when so much is at stake, we need to check each other to avoid getting ourselves into potentially catastrophic situations.

2. Relieving the Watch : a) Verify and plot the ship's position using all methods available to you. b) Verify the course, speed, and CPA of all contacts around the vessel. c) Ensure that the proper navigation lights, day shapes, and signal flags are displayed. Lights

will remain on 24 hours a day. d) Verify that all required safety radio channels are being monitored as well as the working

channels being used between vessels we are operating with. e) Verify current weather conditions and any forecast received. f) Know the status of the operation and planned activities to happen during your watch. g) Clear all EGC messages each watch. Print and display pertinent messages on the

Navigation Clipboard near the chart table. 3. Traffic:

a) Plot all new contacts for course, speed, and CPA. b) Avoid close quarters with other vessels, structures, or dangers. c) When in transit give all vessels, structures, or dangers at least a one-mile CPA. Make

passing arrangement early, six to eight miles away, and make early substantial, obvious, changes in speed or course.

d) Notify me in ample time if a vessel has a CPA of less than one-half mile and no acceptable passing arrangements have been agreed upon.

4. Watchkeeping: a) Make full use of all Bridge equipment and navigation aids available to you. Fix your position

every two hours when in open sea and more frequently as needed when in coastal or pilot waters, using as many methods as possible to confirm it. Do not become complacent with the use of GPS as the sole tool for obtaining a fix.

b) One radar will always be on and the second brought on-line during inclement weather, in pilot waters or heavy traffic. When both radar's are operating, keep one on a longer range than the other and never have both operating on ranges over 12 miles. Make sure you log on/off times in the radar log.

c) Compare magnetic and gyro compass readings every two hours and enter in the log. d) Steering pumps will be switched over at 1200 daily. e) Vessel will be in hand steering at all times when maneuvering alongside, in congested pilot

waters, narrow channels or close quarters situations at sea. f) Both anchors shall be cleared, out of gear, and ready for immediate use whenever in pilot

waters. g) If steering gear fails for any reason follow the emergency, steering procedures posted and

call me immediately. h) Log entries are to be made every two hours with position, weather, engine Rpm's, course,

speed, and visibility. Any unusual sightings or occurrences, changes in course or speed should also be logged as outlined in the SOP-l 0 1 Bridge Log document.

i) Respond to any requests from the Engine Room for a reduction in speed, circumstances dictating.

j) Advise the officer on watch, in the Engine Room of any changes in speed while in transit.

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k) If heavy weather is encountered, reduce speed and change course if you feel the current heading is dangerous to the vessel or crew. Call me immediately if you change course or feel I need to be made aware of the worsening weather.

l) Notify the officer on watch, in the Engine Room one-hour before entering Pilot waters or going alongside another ship at sea. This will give them plenty of time to have the second generator on line before these operations.

m) Notify the officer on watch, in the engine room when anchoring or maneuvering alongside in port that you are finished with the engines.

5. Call Me: a) When an emergency or distress signal is heard or sighted. b) In any developing situation, that you determine is potentially dangerous. c) If there is a serious malfunction of any ship's equipment. d) If there is an accident, illness or injury to a crewmember. e) Whenever small boat operations will take place. f) In restricted visibility or when there is a major change in the weather, reduce speed as

necessary, and then call me. g) In any situation for which you have doubt. It is better to be called once too often than once

too late.

At Anchor or Hanging from Structure 1. As soon as the anchor is set, plot the position and set a watch circle. 2. Keeps a good check on the position of our vessel using Radar, GPS, and bearings on

landmarks or fixed structures. 3. Be especially vigilant for dragging anchor soon after anchoring, at peak current flow, changes

of tide, and in worsening weather. 4. Be alert for other vessels drifting down on you. If you determine that another vessel is drifting

down on us, call me than try to reach the other vessel by radio or signal lamp. 5. Unless otherwise noted, full anchor watches will be kept. 6. Keep a roving watch on deck for security and safety of the vessel. A vessel at anchor is a

prime candidate for piracy. 7. Ensure that the proper lights and shapes are displayed. Keep a radio watch.

Sailing and Arrival 1. Test all bridge equipment at least one hour before arrival in pilot waters or departure from

dock or anchorage, make a log entry: Bridge equipment and steering gear tested and satisfactory.

2. Alert the Engineer on watch at least one hour before arrival or departure. 3. Ensure that the pilot boarding arrangements are in place and a rating is standing by to assist

the pilot if needed.

In Port 1. At least one officer and a rating must be aboard at all times. 2. Maintain an adequate security and fire watch. 3. Ensure that the gangway is properly rigged with-a-safety-net and is free to move with the

change in tide.

_________________________________ ________________Master's Signature Date

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FamiliarizationPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in the familiarization of new personnel on board Southern Transport Service vessels.

SCOPEAll personnel joining a Southern Transport Service vessel with duties that will have direct involvement with the operation of the vessel or specific duties related to safety aboard the vessel.

POLICYThe Master of the vessel must ensure that all new personnel are properly familiar with their specific duties, equipment they will be using, and their role in safeguarding the safety of the vessel and other personnel.

PRACTICEAll new crewmembers upon joining the vessel will be assigned to a watch that will be overlapped by other knowledgeable crewmembers until it is felt that the new crewmember is familiar with the equipment and procedures aboard the vessel. The Master will provide the company's Standard Operating Procedures to all new officers who must read and sign off an acknowledgement of understanding. In addition, all officers will sign off on the Master's standing orders or the Chief Engineer's standing orders, as applicable, after they have been read and understood. To further facilitate familiarization, a department specific checklist will be used to ensure that all equipment and procedures relative to that department have been presented and acknowledged as understood by all new crewmembers. These departmental checklists will be made up by the Master, Mate and Chief Engineer.

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Passage Planning

PURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in the practice of passage planning to ensure the safe navigation of the vessel at all times.

SCOPEAll vessels owned or operated by Southern Transport Service on any voyage.

ORGANIZATIONAL UNITS AFFECTEDAll vessels owned or managed by Southern Transport Service

POLICYThe Master will ensure that a passage plan is in place before embarking on any voyage.

PRACTICEThe development of a passage plan is critical for any intended voyage in order to determine the needs for that voyage. The Master and his officers will jointly develop the plan and then carry it out from berth to berth. The Master may delegate any part of the planning to another officer but must fully approve of all parts before it is put into practice. A passage plan aboard a Southern Transport Service vessel will contain the following elements as a minimum: • Intended route with a list of charts and publications required for the passage. • Contingency plan for any emergencies that may arise, requiring a deviation from the

intended plan. I.e. charts and information for selected ports along the intended route that would have medical facilities repair facilities and air transportation.

• A complete layout of the intended course track, on all charts with a listing of all waypoints and their positions, as well as any areas of concern along the track. This listing will also contain ETA's to all waypoints and areas of concern.

• Pilot Atlas marked with the intended route on the appropriate month page(s) to determine expected wind, seas, and currents along the route.

• A listing of the quantities of all consumables required for the passage, fuel oil, lube oil, fresh water, provisions, supplies, and spare parts.

• Inspection of the on board medical supplies to determine if they are adequate for the intended passage and destination.

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Drug and Alcohol PolicyThis policy applies to all employees of Southern Transport Service.

Southern Transport Service is very concerned about the use, possession, distribution, manufacture, purchase, sale, or offering for sale alcohol, illegal drugs, and controlled substances in the workplace as well as abuse of prescription medications an over the counter drugs.

Southern Transport Service strictly prohibits the following: • Possessing or consuming alcohol while on the job, reporting for work, working or

attempting to work while under the influence of alcohol. No alcohol will be consumed within six hours of sailing by any crewmember, during normal working hours, or whenever cargo operations are scheduled.

• Distribution, manufacture, possession, using, selling, purchase, or offering to buy or sell a controlled substance while on the job or at the workplace.

• Reporting for work, working or attempting to work while under the influence of any drug except when under the care of a physician and where such use will not adversely affect the employee's ability to safely carry out his/her duties or affect the safety and well-being of other employees .

Southern Transport Service reserves the right to search any object, (not limited to, any desk, briefcase, handbag, lunch pail, package, locker or vehicle) which is on or in the property, facility, vessel, or work site of Southern Transport Service or a client. Such searches may be conducted at any time at the sole discretion of Southern Transport Service.

Searches of an employee's person may be conducted when there is a reasonable suspicion to believe that an employee is in violation of Southern Transport Service policy. Employee consent to a search is a condition of employment and an employee's refusal to consent may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Southern Transport Service reserves the right to require a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening as well as random or periodical testing during the course of employment. An employee's consent to this testing is required as a condition of employment and refusal of consent will result in termination of employment.

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Safety & Environmental PolicySafety & Environmental Policy

Southern Transport Service will conduct its activities in a safe and environmentally conscious way through the commitment of all of its employees. It is important that all employees understand that they are expected to conduct themselves in a safe and proper manner while carrying out their duties. This is a condition of employment and will way heavily in their performance evaluation.

It is the policy of Southern Transport Service to:• Place the safety of its employees, contractors, and third parties above all else • Prevent pollution and protect the environment

Safety • provide proper personal protective equipment (PPE) to all of its employees • require that its employees evaluate assigned duties with the goal of recognizing the

hazards involved and taking steps to prevent accidents or injuries • require all employees to participate in safety meetings, safety training and drills

conducted both on the vessels and ashore • Southern Transport Service has established a goal of zero lost time accidents or

injuries

Environment • use products or services that will not cause injury or have a negative impact on the

environment • reduce or eliminate emissions, effluents and discharges of waste material • adhere to all International standards in effect for pollution prevention and protection of

the environment

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Masters / Operations Personnel Review of Company's Safety Management System

PURPOSETo ensure that the Safety Management System is reviewed on a monthly basis, both in the office and onboard our vessels.

SCOPEThis document describes the current policy and practice of Southern Transport Service.

ORGANIZATIONAL UNITS AFFECTEDAll operations personnel and vessels owned or managed by Southern Transport Service.

POLICYEach Master / Operations Personnel shall review the assigned ISM Point, that is sent to them from the Safety Department, to verify that it is working in an acceptable manner.

PRACTICEBy our Safety Management System, Managers and Masters, both onshore and offshore are required to review Southern Transport Service Safety Management System on a monthly basis. This system will ensure that we are abiding by this requirement. It will continually improve our SMS system, as our company grows, so will the SMS.

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Safety Training Onboard VesselsPURPOSETo provide guidance to crews for providing adequate Safety Training onboard their vessels.

SCOPECrewmembers are required to receive adequate safety training. This policy shall satify this requirement.


POLICYSenior Officers onboard STS vessels to maintain an active safety training program.

PRACTICEThe Masters are responsible to ensure that training is conducted and is adequate for their crew needs and to notify STS for any materials he feels is needed. Masters and Engineers onboard each of Southern Transport Service vessels will have an active safety training program for the personnel under them. Southern Transport Service will provide the training material, in the form of manuals, movies and any other material that may be needed to ensure that the training onboard our vessels is adequate and that it conforms with the ISM code.

Listed below is a list of basic topics but not limited to only these:

Training and Assessment onboard. Accident Investigations Confined Space & Related Health Issues Shipboard Accident investigationsFall Prevention Respiratory Protection Hearing Conservation Back Care for Marine Industry Proper Lifting & Cargo Handling Lockout/Tagout, Procedures & Safeguards Fire in Port Fire Safety, Identifies Fire Hazards PPE Awareness Personal Injury Prevention Machine Hazard Safety Response to Marine Oil Spills

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Accident/Injury ReportingPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service.

SCOPEAll personnel aboard Southern Transport Service vessels.


POLICYThese would include any event that has or could have caused injury to any person, loss or damage to any property or the environment.

PRACTICEThe Master must make a log book entry in the bridge log of the time and brief particulars of any accident. The Master is responsible for reporting accidents or injuries to Marine Operation Management within 24 hours of the occurrence using the Accident Report Form 204A for property damage and Form 2048 for Injury or Illness and Form 204C Witness Statement, of any personnel on board. Under no circumstances is the injured party to fill out their own accident report form. The Master will obtain signed statements using Form 204C stating only the facts of what happened from those witnessing or involved in the accident. The injured party should also make a statement detailing in their own words what happened on the last page of the injury report. These statements are to be forwarded to the Marine Operation Management along with the report form. A brief statement from the Master is also required to report corrective actions or recommendations made to prevent recurrence. Along with these statements, the Master will send a Crew List of everyone that was onboard at the time of the incident.

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Vessel Accident / Damage ReportVessel Name:Nature of the Accident:Position of the Vessel:Date & Time of Accident:Date & Time reported to the Master:

Brief Description of the Accident (What Happened):

What was the damage?

What type of accident? (collision, crane ops, fueling, etc.?)

What action was taken aboard?

Was a third party affected?

If yes, were they aware of the damage?

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□ Yes □ No

□ Yes □ No

□ Yes □ No

If yes, whom did you contact and what were the instructions given?

Is the vessel able to continue operations at this time?

If no, what is the status?

What immediate assistance is required at this time?

What actions have been taken to prevent a re-occurrence of this type of accident?

Form must be faxed to Supervisor within 24 hours of the accident @ 850-784-9239

Vessel Name:

Form Completed by:

Signature:

Date:

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□ Yes □ No

Injury / Illness ReportName of the Injured:Position Held:Date & Time of Injury:Date & Time reported to the Master:

Brief Description of the Accident (What Happened):

What body part was injured?

What type of injury (cut, abrasion, strain, broken bone, impact, etc.):

Name of Vessel:

Was injured removed from the vessel:

Was outside medical assistance required:

If yes, whom did you contact and what were their instructions:

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□ Yes □ No

□ Yes □ No

Is the injured able to perform their normal duties at this time:

If no, what is their status?

What equipment, if any, was involved in the accident?

Was the injured wearing the proper PPE at the time of the accident?

If no, what should they have been wearing?

What actions have been taken to prevent re-occurrence of this type of accident:

Form must be faxed to Supervisor within 24 hours of the accident @ 850-784-9239

Form completed by:

Signature:

Date:

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□ Yes □ No

□ Yes □ No

Date:

Injured Signature:

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In the injured employee's own handwriting, if he is able to do so, have him describe the accident in detail. Sign and date when completed.

Witness Statement FormVessel:Name: Date:

In the individuals own words, describe what he saw and heard concerning this Accident, Injury, or Incidcent)

Signature:

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File a copy onboard with the associated reports and fax in copy to Supervisor within 24 hours. Originals are to be attached to the other signed reports and sent to STS as soon as possible.

Personal Protective EquipmentPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in the requirements and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

SCOPEAll personnel aboard Southern Transport Service vessels.


POLICYSouthern Transport Service will provide general Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to its employees. This will include hard hats, eye protection, hearing protection, respiratory protection, gloves and personal flotation devices (PFD's). All employees will use the proper PPE for any task they are assigned; failure to do so could result in an injury or termination of employment if this policy is not followed repeatedly. It is the responsibility of the Master to ensure there is an adequate supply of PPE on board the vessel. Each employee will be required to have a pair of steel-toed shoes on board the vessel, purchased by them.

PRACTICE• Hard hats are to be worn on deck or on the dock during any crane operations. They will

also be worn at all times when outside the superstructure during shipyard periods. • Eye protection is to be worn when carrying out any tasks that have the potential for eye

injury. This includes but is not limited to, paint chipping, grinding, sanding, wash down using chemical cleaning agents, or dropping the anchor.

• Hearing protection is to be used when using pneumatic chipping or scaling equipment, or by anyone, entering the engine room while machinery is running.

• PFD's will be worn at all times when in the rescue/work boat and at all times when on the weather deck when engaged in any activity which requires equipment to be picked up from or put into the sea.

• Respiratory equipment will be worn at all times when using chemicals whose MSDS advises their use or when performing any task that generates airborne dust or particles.

• Steel-toed shoes will be worn at all time when on the weather deck, in a shipyard or alongside a dock during repair work.

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Confined Space EntryPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in the recognition, evaluation, and control of Confined Space Entry.

SCOPEThis document describes the current policy and practice of Southern Transport Service.


POLICYNo entry or work shall begin on any confined space on board a Southern Transport Service owned or chartered vessel without the permission of the Master of the vessel. No Southern Transport Service employee may enter a confined space, such as a Fuel, ballast, cofferdam or any other space that is not mechanically or naturally ventilated at all times.

PRACTICEA confined space is any space that has one of the following characteristics, • Limited access or exit • Poor ventilation • Not designed for human occupancy • Mechanical or electrical equipment that could present a danger to workers during entry

and work • Dangerous by design (product contained, shape, etc.)

1. Once a "Confined Space" has been identified the Captain must be notified of the work intended in the space. He will then notify STS of the situation and what is needed.

2. No entry into any confined space will be allowed onboard any STS vessel untill they are secured at a dock and a Marine Chemist has come down to the vessel to evaluate and test the space.

3. Oxygen in the space must be 20.5% and the LEL (Lower Explosive Limit) must be 0%. These are the only acceptable limits for safe entry and work in the space.

4. If ventilation is required to the space, only grounded, bonded, explosion proof ventilation is to be used.

5. Once a space has been declared as "Safe for Workers" by the Marine Chemist, a STS Permit to Work shall be completely filled out, for the job at hand and the officer on watch will sign off on it, also a sign shall be posted and the officer on watch notified when work is beginning.

6. The "Officer on Watch and Permit to Work Holder" is responsible for monitoring the space and and the work that is being done and that all entry workman are working safety.

7. Once the work is completed the space shall be inspected, closed and the officer on watch notified of the completion of the work and the Permit to Work shall be closed and signed off, by the Officer on Watch.

8. Prior to entry, ensure that a Lock Out / Tag Out system is in place for all equipment that is in the space being entered, electrical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic, etc. Also ensure all piping carrying liquids, whether fuel, water, oil or gas, are secured from the source prior to entry.

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Waste Management

PURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in effective Waste Management.

SCOPEAll waste generated by the vessel or received from another vessel or structure.


POLICYAll vessels owned or operated by Southern Transport Servicewill comply with Annex V MARPOL 73/78. A Waste Management Plan will be posted in all workspaces aboard the vessel and a waste disposal log will be maintained detailing the amounts of waste discharged ashore for disposal.

PRACTICESample Waste Management Plan:

Waste Management of the Southern Star IAs per Annex V MARPOL 73/78

In accordance with international MARPOL regulations and U.S. law, the following rules regarding the disposal of garbage and other wastes are now in effect onboard the MN Gulf Provider. The penalties for violation of the MARPOL and U.S. statutes are extremely severe and it is our intention to avoid citation under these statutes, if at all possible. Therefore:

1. No plastic or plastic products of any kind are to be disposed of overboard at any time except for the purpose of securing the safety of the ship and crew or the saving of life at sea. (Reg. # 151.77) This includes such items as Styrofoam cups, plastic bags, tape, etc. Waste of this type is to be bagged, and placed in the proper containers for disposal ashore. (Reg. # 151.67)

2. No domestic waste (i.e. cans, glass, paper, or other garbage/waste) from living spaces aboard is to be disposed of overboard except under the emergency clause previously mentioned. All items (glass, cans, metal, etc.) will be stored in a designated area for disposal ashore.

3. No maintenance waste (i.e., paint sweepings, rags, deck sweepings, oil soaks, machinery deposits, etc) will be disposed of overboard except under the aforementioned emergency clause. All other items are to be, properly bagged and placed in a designated area for disposal ashore.

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4. No operational waste (i.e. cargo residues, work space trash, etc.) are to be disposed of overboard except under the previously mentioned emergency clause. Cargo residues will be kept aboard for proper disposal ashore. Workspace trash and waste will be disposed of according to the previously mentioned procedures.

5. All sewage wastes are to be stored in the ship's sewage storage system and handled to all applicable international and U.S. standards before overboard discharge. Exceptions to this rule will be made only when the case exists where the retention of such wastes for treatment will seriously effect stability and thereby imperil the ship and its crew.

6. All victual wastes (i.e., food slops, food products such as meat, dairy products, vegetables, and other food by-products) are to be ground up in the disposal. No victual waste of any type, ground or ungrounded, is to be discharged overboard if the ship is within 12 miles of any land, unless the previously mentioned emergency clause is in effect. (Reg. # 151.69)

7. Responsibility for the implementation and enforcement of this plan shall rest with the Master and such other ship's officers and personnel as he (the Master) may see fit to delegate and/or to assign these duties.

8. Nothing in this plan shall be construed to or imply any restrictions on the Master's authority to take whatever steps he may deem necessary to insure the safety of the vessel and/or its crew in time of danger to the ship or to affect the saving of life at sea.

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Safety Musters / DrillsPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in conducting and evaluating safety drills.

SCOPEAll drills required by regulation or company policy.

ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT AFFECTEDAll vessels owned or managed by Southern Transport Service.

POLICYAll vessels owned or operated by Southern Transport Service will conduct regular musters/drills in accordance with International regulations, Flag State regulations, and company policy. Drills will be conducted at irregular intervals and times to prevent them from becoming a complacent routine. These drills are to be evaluated on SOP-Form 208 and discussed by the crew with the goal of improving response time and actions with each evolution. The evaluations are to be available for inspection aboard the vessel for a period of two years. All drills will be recorded in the deck log and Panama official log if applicable.

PRACTICEThe following musters/drills will be conducted aboard Southern Transport Service vessels within the minimum intervals specified: • Emergency Fire/ Abandon Ship(Muster) - Within 24 hours of taking on persons in addition

to the crew, or changing 25% of the vessel crew. These drills will be conducted to familiarize all personnel with the signals, muster stations, location and use of personal flotation devices and other emergency equipment. An evaluation and log entry will be made for these musters.

• Fire/Abandon Ship - This drill will be conducted at a minimum of once a month with an evaluation, discussion and log entry.

• Collision/Grounding/Flooding - One of these drills will be conducted at a minimum of once per month with an evaluation, discussion and log entry.

• Rescue / Man Overboard - This drill will be conducted at minimum of once per quarter (90 days) with an evaluation, discussion and log entry.

• As per the American Bureau of Shipping requirements (ABS), emergency loss of steering drills shall be conducted at least one every 3 months and noted in the master logs. Also complete a drill evaluation form using SOP-F208.

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Drill Evaluation FormForm Completed By:

Date:

Type of Drill: Crew Response Time:

Fire ExcellentAbandon Ship AdequateCollision PoorGroundingFloodingMan OverboardLoss of Steering (every 3 months as required by ABS) Date last held:Other

AttendanceName Position Signature

Give a brief description of the drill

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Problems or discrepancies:

Corrective action taken:

Signature:

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Ballast Water Management PlanUnited States Ballast Water Regulations

The purpose of the guidelines below is to implement the provisions of the Non-indigenous Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 as amended by the National Invasive Species Act of 1996. The guidelines listed below apply to all STS vessels operating on US waters. A summary ofthese guidelines follow:

For all STS Vessels operating on waters of the United States: The USCG has issued voluntary guidelines which are summarized below, for all vessels with ballast tanks operating on waters of the United States.

• Avoid ballast operations in or near marine sanctuaries, marine preserves, marine parks or coral reefs.

• Avoid taking on ballast water: ▪ With harmful organisms and pathogens, such as toxic algal blooms. ▪ Near sewage outfalls. ▪ Near dredging operations. ▪ Where tidal flushing is poor or when a tidal stream is known to be turbid.▪ In darkness when organisms may rise up in the water column. ▪ In shallow water or where propellers may stir up sediment.

• Clean ballast tanks regularly. • Discharge minimal amounts of ballast water in coastal and internal waters. • Rinse anchors during retrieval to remove organisms and sediment at their place or

origin. • Remove fouling organisms from the hull, piping and tanks on a regular basis and

dispose of any removed substances in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.

• Maintain a vessel specific ballast water management plan. • Train vessel personnel in ballast water management and treatment procedures.

For all STS vessels entering waters of the United States after operating on waters beyond the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).

Additional guidelines, mandatory reporting and record keeping exist for all vessels entering the waters of the United States after operating beyond the EEZ of the US and Canada. The USCG issued regulations that require ballast water management practices for all vessels entering the Great Lakes and the Hudson River North of George Washington Bridge, after operating on waters beyond the EEZ. These guidelines are voluntary for all vessels that carry ballast water into the US after operating beyond the EEZ; but mandatory for all vessels entering the Great Lakes and the Hudson River north of the George Washington Bridge:

• Exchange ballast water beyond the EEZ, from an area more than 200 nautical miles from any shore and in waters more than 200 meters in depth.

• Retain the ballast water on board the vessel. • Use an alternate environmentally sound method of ballast water management that has

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• Discharge ballast water to an approved reception facility; or exchange ballast water in other waters recommended by the Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) Task Force and approved by the USCG captain of the port.

Reporting and Record-Keeping Requirements:

The ship master, owner and operator, person in charge, or vessel agent must send a signed copy of the following information to the USCG and copies of this information must be maintained on board the vessel for at least 2 years. United States Ballast Water Regulations:

• Ballast water management plan, has it been implemented? • Copy of International Maritime Organization (IMO) guidelines. • Vessel name, type, IMO number, flag, owner, GRT, call sign and agent. • Last port, next port, arrival port and date. • Total volume of ballast water capacity. • Total volume of ballast water onboard. • Total number oftanks in ballast. • Total number of tanks on board that are used for ballast, will be discharged, have

undergone exchange or have undergone alternative management. • Location, date, volume and temperature of ballast when each tank was loaded. • Location, date, volume, and salinity of ballast water to be discharged for each tank. • Particulars of exchange if conducted, including volume exchanged, location, date,

percent of tank volume exchanged and sea height at the time of exchange. • Description of alternative management method, if used. • Reasons if no ballast treatment method was used.

Ballast Water Management PlanNew Transport Lines, 1216 Beck Ave.

Panama City,FL 32401

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Ballast Water Management Plan

List of Ballast Tanks Onboard Vessel

Tank Capacity Location

Total Capacity

Alternative Procedures under Extraordinary Conditions

If, due to weather, equipment failure, or other extraordinary conditions, the vessel is unable to affect a ballast water exchange before entering the EEZ, the ballast water shall be retained on board. However, if the ballast water must be discharged, the Master must employ another approved method of ballast water management, or request permission from the USCG, Captain of the Port, to exchange the vessel's ballast water within an area agreed to by the COTP at the time of the request and must discharge the vessel's ballast water within that designated area.

Responsibilities • The Master has the overall responsibility in all matters regarding the Ballast Water

Management Plan. • The Chief Engineer shall be responsible for the ballast pumping operations. He shall

maintain a thorough knowledge of the ship's ballast tank and pumping arrangements. He shall be aware of the different times required to undertake the various ballast water exchange operations.

• The Engineers shall report all ballast operations to the Deck Officer on Watch. • The Deck Officer on Watch shall be responsible for keeping a record of all ballast

operations in a Ballast Water Management Log.

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Where and when to send the required information: Before vessels bound for US ports other than the Great Lakes or the Hudson River, north ofthe George Washington Bridge depart from the first port of call in the waters ofthe United States, they must send the above information by one of the following methods:

Mail or e-mail to: USCG c/o Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) P.O. Box 28 Edgewater, MD, 21037-0028e-mail: [email protected]

Fax to: Commandant USCG c/o the NBIC Fax No. (301) 261-4319

The address for the California State Lands Commission is as follows: California State Lands Commission Marine Facilities Division 200 Oceangate, Suite 900 Long Beach, CA 90802 FAX: 562-499-6444 Email: [email protected]

At the entry of a port other than the United States: The Master shall contact the port captain, for the port he is going to enter.

If any information changes, send an amended form before the vessel departs the waters of the United States

Ballast Water Reporting Forms and other Information: Commandant, (G-MSO-4) 2100 Second Street, S W Washington, DC 20593-0001 (202) 267-0500

Ballast Water Management PlanNew Transport Lines

1216 Beck Ave. Panama City, FL 32401

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mailto:[email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

BALLAST WATER REPORTING FORM

1. VESSEL INFORMATION 2. VOYAGE INFORMATION 3. BALLAST WATER USAGE AND CAPACITY

Vessel Name: Arrival Port:

IMO Number: Arrival Date (DD/MM/YYYY): Total Ballast Water on Board:

Owner: Agent: Volume Units No. of Tanks in Ballast

Type: Last Port:

GT: Country of Last Port: Total Ballast Water Capacity

Call Sign: Next Port: Volume Units Total No. of Tanks on Ship

Flag: Country of Next Port:4. BALLAST WATER MANAGEMENT Total No. of Ballast Water Tanks to be discharged:Of tanks to be discharged, how many: Underwent Exchange Underwent Alternative Management:

Please Specify alternative method(s) used, if any: ___________________________________________________________________________________________

If no ballast treatment conducted, state reason why not: _______________________________________________________________________________________

5. BALLAST WATER HISTORY: Record all tanks to be deballasted in port state of arrival (enter additional tanks on page 2). IF NONE, GO TO #6

BW SOURCE BW MANAGEMENT PRACTICES BW DISCHARGE

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6. RESPONSIBLE OFFICER'S NAME AND TITLE: _________________________________________________________________________________________

IS THIS AN AMENDED BALLOT REPORTING FORM? YES □ NO □

Specify Units Below (m3, MT, LT, ST, gal)

Ballast Management Plan on Board? YES □ NO □ Management Plan Implemented? YES □ NO □IMO ballast water guidelines on board [res. A.868(20)]? YES □ NO □

Tanks/ Holds (List multiple

sources/ tanks separately)

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PORT or LAT. LONG.

VOLUME (units)

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DATE DD/MM/YYYY

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Tanks/ Holds (List multiple

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Lockout TagoutPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels on Lockout Tagout methods for servicing or maintaining electrical, mechanical, hydraulic or pneumatic systems, equipment or machinery.

SCOPEAny work to be performed on any system or equipment aboard the vessel that is energized by rotating machinery or electricity, or involves hydraulic pressure or pneumatic pressure.

ORGANIZATIONAL UNI TS AFF ECTED All vessels owned or managed by Southern Transport Service.

POLICYNo work shall be performed on any system, machinery, or piece of equipment unless it has been rendered inoperable at the power source, locked-out and tagged out of service by the person performing the work. An officer of the vessel will verify this before work may proceed

PRACTICELockouts and tags are available on the vessel in a prominently displayed area. Prior to commencing any work, the source of power to the system, machinery or equipment to be serviced will be secured and tagged as secured for work in progress with the date and the name of the person placing the tag on it. Any systems with pressure on them will be bled down and the valves allowing pressure into the system closed and tagged as above. Lockouts should be used whenever possible to ensure no one will be able by-pass the tag out. All work performed requiring lockout or tagout will be entered in the engineer's logbook. SOP-Form 212, Permit to Work shall be filled out prior to commencing work, with all appropriate information for the job at hand.

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Hot WorkPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels for all Hot Work performed.

SCOPEAny burning or welding carried out aboard the vessel.


POLICYNo "Hot Work" will be carried out on board a Southern Transport Service owned or charted vessel without a valid "Permit to Work" (SOP-2l2). The permit will only be valid if the following minimum requirements are met and verified by a ship officer's signature.

PRACTICE 1. Only those personnel authorized by the Captain or Chief Engineer shall operate any

burning or welding equipment on each vessel. 2. Before any Hot Work commences the following requirements shall be met:

a) An SOP-Form 212 Permit to Work shall be obtained, filled out, and submitted to the officer on watch on the bridge.

b) All equipment to be used shall be inspected to ensure that it is in good working condition.

c) A fire watch shall be assigned; this will be a person in addition to the person performing the Hot Work. • A fire extinguisher shall be available at the Hot Work site • A charged fire hose or fresh water hose shall be laid out at the Hot Work site

d) Proper PPE and clothing will be worn at all times when performing Hot Work e) Area around Hot Work site to be policed and all combustible materials removed or

draped with fire resistant blankets. 3. Following the use of burning or welding equipment the user shall ensure that the

following points are adhered to: a) The Hot Work site is properly cleaned up b) The Hot Work equipment and all safety equipment are properly secured c) If an extinguisher has been discharged, it is removed from service. The safety

officer is to be notified so it may be refilled or replaced as soon as possible. d) The deck officer or leading seaman is notified of the Hot Work site so that it may be

properly primed and painted. e) The officer on watch on the bridge is notified that Hot Work is completed and the

site is ready for his inspection. 4. Completed Hot Work Permits (SOP-Form 212 Permit to Work), are to be kept on file on

board for a period of two years.

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Permit to WorkPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Officers and Crew.

SCOPE To instruct Southern Transport Service employees in the proper use of the Permit to Work system.

ORGANIZATIONAL UNI T S AFFECTED All vessels owned or managed by Southern Transport Service.

POLICYIt is the policy of Southern Transport Service for our Officers to familiarize themselves with the use of the Permit to Work System and know how to properly fill out and check that the PTW form is completed prior to work beginning.

PRACTICEThe Permit to Work is only valid for "one" 24-hour period. At the end of this period it must be closed out and if the job is not completed, then another PTW is opened which will cover the job for another 24-hour period. It is the Permit Holder and Officer on Watch who is responsible to ensure the job can be performed safely before the job can be started.

On the Permit to Work Form, the entire first page is to be completed, the date, vessel name, weather, location, and wind and sea states. The next section describes the area the work is to be in, check the one that is appropriate. The following section is for a detailed description of the work that is to be done with all the names of the persons involved in it.

The bottom of the first page is a series of check boxes; check the one that are relevant to the job at hand.

Pages two and three of the PTW are for the different types of work that the PTW covers. These are, Hot Work, Electrical/Pneumatic/Hydraulic, Confined Space, Working Aloft and Crane Operations. Each of these sections has a series of check boxes that must be checked prior to the start of the job.

On page three of the PTW, the Bridge Officer, Captain or Engineer signs off and dates it stating that the work can be carried out subject to the safety precautions that were checked off on the PTW.

The final stage of the PTW is the last section on page three. This is where the PTW is closed out and states that the work was completed, suspended or canceled. A series of check boxes declares the completion of the work. Then it is signed off and dated by the Captain, Engineer or by the Officer on Watch.

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Permit to Work

Sequential Permit #: _____

Vessel Name: Date: Time Opened:____

Client: Location:

Weather Conditions: Wind Speed: Sea State:______

Description of Work:

Names of Personnel undertaking work:

Tick Relevant Boxes* There is adequate supervision of work being undertaken. □* The person in charge has adequate information. □* SMS procedures relevant to the task/job adhered to. □* Bridge and other relevant departments notified. □* All necessary equipment isolated . □* Unauthorized personnel to be kept clear of the work site. □* Adequate instructions have been given. □* Danger notices have been posted. □* Appropriate instructions have been issued □

Hot Work:* All combustibles have been cleared away. □* Sufficient mechanical / natural ventilation to space. □* Additional lighting required. □* Fire fighting equipment in place. □

Electric/Pneumatic/Hydraulic Systems:* Locate and isolate all required energy sources to the OFF position. □* Locate and identify all switches, valves and other devices. □* Area cleared and operating controls tested before work commenced. □* Rubber gloves.* Rubber mats.

List specific Location to be LOTO: ________________________________________________

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THIS PERMIT IS ONLY VALID FOR ONE 24 HOUR PERIOD.

Electric/Pneumatic/Hydraulic Systems: _______

Confined Space: _________

Working Aloft: ____________

Hot Work: __________

Crane: ______________


Confined Space:* Atmosphere vented for 24 hours prior to entry. □* Atmosphere test before entry. □* Atmosphere to be continuously tested. □* Natural / mechanical ventilation. □* Additional lighting required. □* Oxygen resuscitator available. □* Portable monitoring equipment in use. □* Rescue equipment in place. □* Airline equipment available. □* S.C.B.A. Cylinders available □* Communications in use. □

Name of Tank entry watchman: ________________________________________________

Working Aloft:* Communications in use. □* Safety harness in use. □* Safety footwear. □* Fall arresting device in use. □* Name of co-worker stationed below: _______________________________________* LOTO's in place □

Name of Watchman on deck: ____________________________________________________

Crane Operations:* Communications in use. □* All tag lines out and ready. □* Vessel motion is steady enough to lift loads. □* Hard hat and any other required PPE worn by all personnel on deck. □* Gloves are to be worn by all tag line handlers. □* Officer on deck at all times while crane is in operation. □* Loads inspected prior to being lifted. □

Name of Crane Operator: ________________________________________________________

I declare that it is safe for the described work to be carried out subject to the safety precautions above.

Permit Authorized by: _________________________________ Date: ___________________Permit holder: _______________________________________ Time: ___________________

Signature of the Master/Chief Engineer (or their nominee)

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Completion of Work:* Communications in use. □* I declare that the work covered by this permit is suspended. □* And the work area made safe. □* I request that the equipment be de-isolated. □* Equipment has been de-isolated. □* Equipment has been de-isolated. □* Equipment and tools have been removed. □* All personnel have been cleared from the work area. □* Danger notices have been removed □

Date: _________________________________Permit holder: _______________________________________

I am satisfied that the work has been safely completed / suspended / cancelled.

Permit Authorized by: _________________________________ Date: ___________________Signature of the Master/Chief Engineer (or their nominee) Time: ___________________

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First Aid Kits - OSVsPURPOSETo have a set listing of Medical supplies onboard all our vessels operating in the USA. This will make inventoring and requisitions much easier for the crews.

SCOPETo provide guidance to crews for providing adequate first aid supplies onboard their vessels.


POLICYOfficers onboard all STS vessels are to maintain a proper inventory of the below listed medical supplies. and to re-order in plenty of time to replace itemes before they run out. These will be ordered using our standard requisition program and submitted to Purchasing. This list will be posted on or in the first aid kit for inventory control purposes.

PRACTICEKeep first aid supplies and quantities up to date by list in first aid box.

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Safety MeetingsPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport service vessels in conducting regular safety meetinngs. .

SCOPEMeetings conducted aboard the vessel where safety is the prime topic.


POLICYAt least two safety meetings will be held monthly aboard all STS vessels. The Master will be responsible for choosing a topic and presenting the material to the crew. He may designate another Officer to make the presentation but will be on hand to participte and guide the meeting as necessary.

PRACTICESafety meetings will be conducted at appropriate times to ensure attendance by all personnel aboard A record of attendance will be kept aboard for one year with all attendee's signing the form.

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Safety Meeting RecordConducted by:Date:Vessel / Location:

Attendance

Name Position Signature

Meeting Topic:

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Monthly Health, Safety, and Environment ReportPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels.

SCOPETo insure adeouate reports to Southern Transport Service so they can keep track of all aspects of Safety on each of the vessels owned by Southern Transport Service.


POLICYThe Safety Performance statistics for each vessel must be sent in to the STS office at the end of each month. Along with copies of any crewmember trainings, e.g., fire fighting, first aid, etc. The monthly safety report should be signed by the Captain or the Safety officer on board at the time.

PRACTICE

Drills held for the month: Type in a brief description and dates for the drill held for the month.

Crew safety meetings held for the month: Type in a brief description and dates for the crew safety meetins held for the month.

Orientations that were done for the month: Type in a brief description and dates for any orientations that was done for the month. Specify whether they were STS employees or passengers.

Vessel Accidents, Injuries and Illnesses for the month: Type in a brief description and dates for any vessel accident, injuries and illnesses that occurred during the month, also note if any Accident Investigations that were conducted during the month.

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Monthly Health, Safety, and Environment ReportM/V Date:

Drills:

Safety Meetings:

Onboard Training Classes:

Toolbox Meetings:

Orientations:

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Accidents / Ilnesses / Injuries:

Near Misses:

Equipment Failures (Safety Related):

Audit Summary:

Vessel Safety Hours: (24 hours per man per day)

Masters Review and Comments

Master: Date:

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Accident Definitions, Standards & ProceduresPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels.

SCOPETo clearify set abbreviations in reporting forms and procedures, also to set the same standards for all vessels to use.


POLICYThe scope of this manual is to describe Southern Transport Service guidance and procedures for the various operations are given in a series of HSE modules. Each module provides basic operating HSE for the particular subject. Use these modules to crew specific job procedures and. A complete list of the modules is in Appendix A. These modules are continually being updated and reprinted.

PRACTICEACCIDENT DEFINITIONS:

Definition of Terms:

Accident - Any event that has, or could have, caused an injury or illness to any person, a loss, or damage to equipment or environment.

Cumulative Trauma Disorder (CTD) - Is a Repetive Motion Disorder, it is a disorder of the musuloskeleton and nervous sytem that may be caused or aggravated by repetitive motions. CDT's can effect nearly all tissues, nerves, tendons, tendon sheaths and muscules, wirth the upper extemities most frequently effected.

Employee - Any person who is engaged in activities for the benefit of Southern Transport Service and who recieves payment, even on a temporary basis.

Employment - All work or activity performed while carrying out an assignment or request of Southern Transport Service, including related activities not specifically covered by the assignment or request. Employment also includes activities, even outside working hours, in which Southern Transport Service is the prevailing influence. Under certain conditions, travel to and from work is considered as time of employment.

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Exposure Hours - The total number of hours of employment including overtime and training but excluding leave, sickness and other absence. All hours worked by subcontractors under Southern Transport Service prevailing influence should be included. STS is responsible for the safety and health of all employees during working hours, when on company property and when employees are working under the guidance or prevailing influence of Southern Transport Service also monitors the safety and health of its subcontractors when STS has prevailing influence over their operations.

Marine operations that operate 24 hours a day or provide accomadations to the crew should count for 24 hours per day of exposure for those crew members. Example: If STS personel stay in an hotel that is paid for by the company, then count 24 hours of exposure for those employees.

First Aid Case - Any one time medical treatment and! or follow up visit for observation of minor injuries, including scratches, cuts, bums, splinters, etc., that ordinarily does not require medical care. Such treatment and followup visit are considered first aid even when provided by a physician.

Distinction between medical treatment and first aid depends on the treatment provided and the severity of the injury being treated. First aid is: -Limited to a one time treatment and subsequent observation. -Involves treatment for only MINOR injuries, as discribed above.

For example, a visit to a doctor to determine wheather the employee has an injury, does not constitute medical treatment. Conversely, medical treatment can be provided to employees by someone other than a physician or registered medical personnel. Example of this on STS Vessels is the Mate or Captain administering first aid to a crew member.

Table 1 lists procedures that are considered medical treatment or fIrst aid.

Fatality - Death resulting from a work injury and / or occupational illness, regardless of the amount of time between injury and death.

Lost Time Injuries - (LTI) - The sum of fatalities, permanent total disabilities, permanent partial disabilities, and lost work day cases.

Lost Time Injury Frequency – (LTIF) - The number of lost time injuries per millon exposure hours worked during the period. Company LTIF rates are calculated using the conversion factor of 1,000,000. Thus,

LTIF = LTI divided by Exposure hours, times (X) 1,000,000

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Injury classification----- Medical Treatment versus First Aid Normally Considered Medical Treatment Normally Considerd First Aid Treatment

• Treatment of infection • Application of antiseptics during a

second or subsequent visit to medical personnel.

• Treatment of 2nd to 3rd degree burns. • Application of stitches. • Application of Butterfly adhesive

dressing(s) or Steri-strip(s) in lieu of stiches.

• Removal of foreign bodies embedded in eye.

• Removal from foreign bodies from wound if procedure is complicated because of depth of embedment, site or location.

• Use of prescription medications (except a single dose administered on 1st visit for minor injury or discomfort).

• Use of hot/cold soaking therapy during 2nd or subsequent visit to medical personnel.

• Application of Hot/Cold compress(es) during 2nd or subsequent visit to medical personnel.

• Cutting away dead skin (Surgical Debridement).

• Application of heat therapy during 2nd

or subsequent visit to medical personnel.

• Use of whirlpool bath therapy during 2nd or subsequent visit to medical personnel.

• Application of antiseptic during first visit to medical personnel.

• Treatment of first degree burns. • Application of bandage(s) during any

visit to medical personnel. • Use of elastic bandage(s) during 1st

visit to medical personnel. • Removal of foreign bodies not

embedded in eye. • Removal of foreign bodies from wound

if procedure is uncomplicated and is, for example, by tweezers or other simple means.

• Use of non-prescription medication and administration of a single dose of prescription medication on I st visit for minor injury or discomfort.

• Soaking therapy on enitial visit to medical personnel or removal of bandages by soaking

• Application of Hot/Cold compress(es) during 1st visit to medical personnel.

• Applications of ointments to abrasions to prevent drying or cracking.

• Application of heat therapy during 1st

visit to medical personnel. • Positive X-Ray diagnosis (fractures,

broken bones, etc.) • Negitive X-ray diagnosis. • Admission to a hospital or equivalent

medical facility for treatment • Observation of injury during visit to

medical personnel.

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Lost Workdays - The number of lost work days is the total number of sheduled work days in which the injured person was not able to work as a result of a lost workday case or a permanent or partial disability. In the cases of a fatality or permanent disability, no lost work days are recorded.

Lost workdays do not start until the day after the injury. Lost workdays should only be counted if an employee was scheduled to work.

It is not acceptable to send an injured person on break to avoid counting lost workdays. The break must be scheduled previously to avoid counting those days. Lost workdays should be counted untill the employee is given a release by a doctor to full or restricked duty. Lost workdays end when doctor gives the release.

Once management is notified that an injury case has gone into litigation, lost workdays cease to be counted.

Medical Treatment Case – (MTC) - Any work injury that does not involve lost workdays or restricted workdays but requires treatment by or under the specific orders of a physician, or could be considered in the province of a physician.

Work injuries that require less treatment and / or attention than MTC's, sometimes termed minor or first-aid-only injuries, should be recorded by the crew; but are not considered recordable. If the injured party losses consciousness as a result of a work related injury, the case must be recorded since loss of consciouness is assosiated with ore severe injuries.

Near Miss - An accident that does not result in injury, illness, damage or product loss. Occupational Illness-v-An illness that is any abnormal condition or disorder other than a work related injury caused by exposure to enviromental factors associated with employment. Flu and colds, etc., are not occupational illnesses.

Occupational illnesses are not considered recordable work injuries.

Report all occupational illnesses that involve lost days and that are confirmed by clinical testing or a doctor.

Occupational Illness Lost Days - The total number of sheduled work days that the ill person was unable to work as a result of an occupational illness.

Permanent Partial Disability - Any work injury that results in the complete or permanent loss of use of any member or part of the body or any permanent impairment of functions of parts of the body, regardless of any pre-existing disability of the injured member or impaired body functions. Lost work days are counted for accidents classified as permanent partial disabilities.

Permanent Total Disability - Any work injury that permanently incapacitates a person and results in termination of employment. "No lost days" are recorded for accidents classafied as permanent total disabilities. These cases are classified by medical determination only. Page 4 of 5

Prevailing Influence -Term used to discribe the degree to which Southern Transport Service is responsible for the conditions and / or consequences of an accident.

Recordable Work Injury - Any work to an employee or subcontrator (under prevailing influence) that results in fatality, permanent total disability, permanent partial disability, lost workdays, restricted workdays and medical treatment cases. Any injury that progresses from a lower to a higher on the above list is recorded in the higher.

Regular Job - A job that has not been established especially to accommadate the injured employee.

Subcontractor - Person who carries out work for STS and who's employees are engaged in activities or are working on the premises (or both) where STS management practices are the prevailing influence on personal safety, whether expressed in writing or not.

Reportable Accident - Any recordable work injury, acts of violence, accidents involving a third party, near misses or occupational illnesses STS management must be made aware of all reportable accidents.

Restricted Work Case – (RWC) - Any work injury that results in a work assignment that restricts the person from all or any of the normal duties of the persons regular job. Restricted work assignment must be meaningfull and pre-established or it must be a substantial part of a regular job.

Restricted Work Days - The number of restricted work days is the total number of calender days counted from the day restricted work starts untill the person returns to his regular job.

If the injured person is permanently transferred to another job as a result of the injury, no restricted workdays are reported and the injury is classed as a permanent partial disability. This type of injury normally has lost time days associated with the injury since permanent partial disability is classified as a lost time injury.

When resricted work is provided after a period oflost days, the restricted workdays are recorded in addition to the number of lost workdays, however, the injury is recorded as a lost workday case only.

Third Parties - Persons or organizations who are not employed by nor contracted by Southern Transport Service.

Total Recordable Case Frequency - (TRCF) - The number of total recordable cases per millon exposure hours worked during the period. Thus, TRCF =TRC divided by Exposure Hours, Times (X) 1,000,000.

Total Recordable Cases – (TRC) - The sum oflost time injuries, restricted work cases, and medical treatment cases. 1st aid cases should be documented on the crew and are not consider total recordable cases.

Work Injury - An injury such as a cut, fracture, sprain, amputation, etc., that results from an accident while working or from an exposure involving a single incident in the work enviroment. Note: In some back injury cases, it is impossible to identify the single event that caused the injury, so this is still classified as an injury to simplify record keeping since back cases usually are triggered by some specific movement.

Injuries caused by deficiencies in equipment or management controls for which Southern Transport Service is responsible are treated as work injuries, even when they occur outside working hours. Page 5 of 5

Fueling OperationsPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels with uniform guidelines and minimum requirements that establish a safe procedure for transfer of fuel, lube oil, cable oil, etc.

SCOPEThis document describes the current policy and practice of l , and may be amended at the discretion of Southern Transport Service management. This policy and procedure does not confer legal rights or impose legal obligations.


POLICYCompany policy and Maritime Law demands that we operate our vessels in a manner that will protect the health and safety of our employees and the environment. This document sets forth minimum requirements that must be met by any Southern Transport Service owned or chartered vessel, before, during and following a transfer of fuel or oils.

PRACTICEBefore any transfer operation begins the following procedures will be followed with no exceptions with out the approval of the Master and the Chief Engineer.

1. TANK SOUNDINGS a) Soundings of all tanks will be made and logged on the tank sounding sheet before

commencement of liquid transfer. b) All on board transfers of fuel and oil will be done to comply with the liquid loading

guidelines, as per the vessels stability book.

2. COMMUNICATIONS a) Communications are to be established between the two vessels or vessel and

facility before mooring operations start. This will be done by VHF radios. The bridge to bridge communications will be set up by the Masters of the two vessels, as to what channels are to be used. The bridge of each vessel will monitor the mooring gang.

3. MOORING a) The vessels' moorings are to be strong enough to hold during all expected

conditions of surge, current, and weather and are long enough to allow adjustment for changes in draft, drift and tide during the transfer operation.

b) If the transfer is at dock side, the man on gang way watch will be responsible for checking mooring lines and reporting any problems.

c) If the transfer is at sea refer to MO-501, Rev.O "Vessel Mooring at Sea" 4.

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4. PRE-FUELING INSPECTION a) No Smoking, Open Flame or Visitors sign will be posted at the gang way and at the

fueling station. b) The bravo flag is to be displayed so that it is visible at all angles from the vessel by

day and the red fueling light is to be exhibited in the same manner after sunset. c) Make sure all spill containment tanks are dry and clears of debris and drain plugs

are in place. d) Make sure all oil spill containment kits are in their proper location, and fully stocked.

They should be at or near the fueling station. e) Transfer hoses are to be long enough to allow the vessel to move to the limits of its

moorings without placing a strain on the hose. Check that each transfer hose has no unprepared loose covers, kinks, bulges, soft spots or any other defect which would permit the discharge of oil or hazardous material through the hose material and also check that there are no gouges, cuts or slashes that penetrate the first layer of hose reinforcement.

f) Make sure that both ends of the transfer hose are blanked off and not leaking before passing it over from barge, vessel or facility.

g) After safely passing the hose over, it is to be lashed to the rail taking into account the hose length and the blanked end is not to be taken off until the end is over the spill containment tank at the fueling station.

h) Check that each part of the transfer system is aligned to allow the flow of oil or fuel. i) Check that each part of the transfer system not necessary for the transfer operation

is securely blanked or shut off. j) Check that the ends of each hose that is not connected for the transfer of oil or fuel

is blanked off using camlocks or other suitable means. k) Insure that the transfer system is attached to a fixed connection on the vessel and

the facility/barge. l) The camlocks on the hose will be secured with tape in the locked position and the

hose itself will be lashed with a strong piece of line from the end of the hose to the fueling flange

m)Check that each over board discharge or sea suction valve that is connected to the vessel or cargo tank system is sealed or lashed in the closed position; except when used to receive or discharge ballast.

n) The Chief Engineer will complete the D.O.I. if all is found in satisfactory condition the D.O.I. is signed and the bunkering procedures will commence. (D.O.I. 's to be kept on file aboard for I year)

o) A fuel sample must be provided from the other vessel or facility for the approval of the Chief Engineer. (Sample to remain aboard until all fuel is used from this transfer)

5. PROCEDURES ON BUNKERING FUEL/OIL VESSEL TO VESSELIPORT FACILITY a) Open the appropriate valves on fuel/oil manifold and check to ensure all other

valves are closed. The Chief Engineer will go back with other engine room personnel to insure that the appropriate valves are lines up.

b) A prebunkering radio check will be done to ensure that proper radio communications are established with bridge, sounding station, fueling station and fueling barge/facility.

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c) When engine room personnel are at the appropriate sounding stations, they will make radio contact with the Chief Engineer to start bunkering.

d) The Chief Engineer will make radio contact with the barge/facility personnel to start bunkering procedures. The Chief Engineer will then contact the sounding stations and the bridge watch to inform them that bunkering operations have began.

e) At regular intervals, the Chief Engineer will be informed on the status of all tanks being filled. He will insure they are filled as per the liquid loading guidelines. He will also insure that the pumpman is aware of the status of each sounding.

f) When the tank or tanks being filled are approximately 85% full the Chief Engineer is notified and he will inform the barge/facility to start throttling back on his valve to insure no spill occur and the tank or tanks are filled to the specified levels.

g) When the last tank or tanks are at the appropriate level the Chief Engineer will be notified and he will give the command to secure bunkering procedures.

h) The bridge will be notified of transfer complete. i) All valves are closed on the fuel/oil manifold and at all tanks. j) Sounds tank and enter on to the sounding sheet.

6. FUELING COMPLETE a) Fuel hose drained back to the delivery station b) Hose to be capped over containment area and passed back over c) Replace sounding tube plugs d) Drain containment tanks into waste tank e) Remove No Smoking, Open Flames, Visitors signs f) Secure flag signal or light

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Vessel Internal Safety AuditsPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Chief Engineer of Southern Transport Service vessels in conducting and evaluating internal audits onboard their vessels.

SCOPETo ensure a regular audit time table is established, onboard each vessel.


POLICYAll vessels owned or operated by Southern Transport Service will conduct Internal Safety Audits on themselves.

PRACTICEEvery six months, the Captain and Chief Engineer working together shall conduct an internal safety audit of the vessel.

When the audit is completed, the Captain and Chief Engineer will assign corrective action to crewmembers and or management, along with completion dates for all non-conformities and observations found.

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Vessel Safety Audit FormSafety and Health Physical Conditions Evaluation

General Work Conditions

Item Good N/A Bad1. Floors (walking and working surfaces):a) Drainage maintained □ □ □b) Free of slips, trips, and hazards □ □ □c) Free of protrusions, nails, etc. □ □ □d) Opening covered or barricaded □ □ □e) Clean, orderly, sanitary condition □ □ □

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2. Aisle Ways and Passages:a) Aisle marked □ □ □b) Clear and unobstructed □ □ □c) Sufficient width for all normal movement □ □ □

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3. Ladders:a) Safety feet in serviceable condition □ □ □b) Free of grease and oil □ □ □c) Doors blocked, locked, or guarded if in front of ladder □ □ □d) Metal ladders no used in electrical areas □ □ □e) Both rails supported □ □ □f) Fixed ladders are in safe condition □ □ □

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Name of Person Inspecting: __________________________________________________Vessel / Location: __________________________________________________________Date: ____________________________________________________________________

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

4. Stairs:a) Provide where there is regular traffic between levels □ □ □b) At least 22” wide or as prescribed □ □ □c) Angle between 30 to 50 degrees or as prescribed □ □ □d) Steps uniform in height and tread depth □ □ □e) Outdoor stairs have sufficient non-skid or grating to prevent slippage □ □ □f) Handrails provided on open sides □ □ □g) Hand rails at least one sided if closed □ □ □h) Stairways adequately lighted □ □ □i) Clear and unobstructed □ □ □

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5. Exit / Egress:a) Sufficient exits from work areas for prompt escape □ □ □b) No locks or fastenings restricting escape □ □ □c) Routes and exits clearly marked □ □ □d) Exits and exit signs adequately illuminated □ □ □e) At least two (2) exits from a work area □ □ □f) Approaches to exits unobstructed □ □ □g) Flammables kept away from exits □ □ □h) At least 28” wide or as prescribed □ □ □i) Open outward onto each level. □ □ □

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6. Ventilation and Extraction:a) Adequate means provided □ □ □b) Air inlets and openings arranged to minimize escape of contaminants □ □ □c) Enclosures provide continuous air flow inward □ □ □d) Separators provided if air flow is recirculated □ □ □e) Hoods draw air away from people □ □ □f) Hoods connect to exhaust system □ □ □g) Ductwork made of non flammable material □ □ □h) Ductwork sealed and supported □ □ □i) Deck tanks elbow/balls/vents operational □ □ □

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Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

7. Lighting:a) Walking and working areas adequately illuminated □ □ □b) Lighting fixtures clean and in good shape □ □ □c) Illumination level sufficient for detail or work performed □ □ □

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8. Noise Exposurea) Protection provided when sound levels may exceed standard □ □ □b) Hazardous noise areas identified and marked □ □ □

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9. Ergonomic Factors:a) Design allows normal body positions when seating or standing □ □ □b) Controls sized to permit operation with clothing/equipment normally worn □ □ □c) Controls follow normal response patterns (down for off, etc.) □ □ □d) Hand tools used permit normal body positions □ □ □e) Limited weight and size of materials lifted or carried by people □ □ □f) Lifting and twisting in combination not to be done in workplace □ □ □

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10. Stacking and Storage:a) Aisle ways, passageways and access paths clear and unobstructed □ □ □b)

□ □ □c) All stacks stable and secure against sliding or collapsing □ □ □d) Proper drainage in storage areas □ □ □e) Storage areas clean and cleared of foreign objects/materials □ □ □

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Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Small and irregular shaped items properly blocked, interlinked, with proper limitations in height of storage

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

11. Chemicals and Fuels:a) Tanks/drums of steel or appropriate material □ □ □b) Tanks adequately ventilated □ □ □c) Pressure relief valves provided on tanks, these include the tank's deck vents □ □ □d) Adequate spill containment □ □ □e) Proper spill absorbent materials and/or drainage provided □ □ □f) Tanks/drums adequately supported □ □ □g) Adequate storage cabinets provided; fire resistant and vented □ □ □h) Approved portable safety containers used as required □ □ □i) Non smoking signs posted where required □ □ □j) Materials separated to avoid incompatibility reactions □ □ □k) Means of exit / egress posted and prescribed □ □ □

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12. Compressed Gases:a) Stored upright and secured against falling over □ □ □b) Segregated by contents and legibly marked □ □ □c) Caps in place and hand tight □ □ □d) Protection against rust and corrosion □ □ □e) Stored away from heat sources □ □ □f) Stored away from stairs, passageways, exits, and emergency exits □ □ □g) Inspected for dents, corrosion, test records □ □ □h) Adequate ventilation in storage areas □ □ □

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13. Waste Disposal:a) Adequate number of appropriate metal refuse containers □ □ □b)

□ □ □c) Safe disposal facilities for wastes □ □ □d) Chemical spill absorbents available in work areas □ □ □

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Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Separate containers provided for oily rags, smoking materials, dusts, flammable, scrap, chemical waste, etc.

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

14. Hand and Portable Tools:a) Proper general condition of tools, electrical cords, air hoses □ □ □b) Proper storage when not in use □ □ □c) Guards and safety devices serviceable □ □ □d) Electrical grounding or double insulated protected □ □ □e) Power tools connected with constant pressure switches □ □ □f) Tool retains installed on pneumatic tools □ □ □g) Adjustments correct □ □ □h) Load rating sufficient for work performed □ □ □

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15. Machine Tools and Guards:a) Proper general conditions, evidence of damage, cleaning, and lubrication □ □ □b) Mechanical power transmission guarded □ □ □c) Pinch points, in-running nip points and points of operation guarded □ □ □d) Fixed guards secured into positions □ □ □e) Interlock guards operative □ □ □f) Automatic and operator guards properly adjusted □ □ □g) Operating controls guarded against inadvertent actuation □ □ □h) Emergency stop buttons operational, correctly positioned, labeled, and color coded □ □ □i) Isolation and lock-out provided for servicing, setup, lubrication, etc. □ □ □j) Guards provided for rotating parts, chips or particles, sparks, kickbacks, etc. □ □ □

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16. Materials Labeling:a) Standard labels affixed to all containers and substances in storage and in use □ □ □b) Labels legible and visible □ □ □

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Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

17. Lifting Gear and Equipment:a) General condition, damage, cleanliness, lubrication, and servicing □ □ □b) Legibly labeled as to capacity and load testing □ □ □c) Controls operational □ □ □d) Safe Access (steps or platforms) to cab, seat, controls □ □ □e)

□ □ □f) Hoist motor brakes operational (if equipped) □ □ □g) All controls operational □ □ □h)

□ □ □i) Cable / rope in good repair □ □ □j) Hoist chain / rope free of kinks and twists □ □ □k) Hooks not deformed or damaged and safety latches intact □ □ □

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18. Materials Handling Equipment:a) Containers in good repair □ □ □b) Pallets and skids of correct type and in good repair □ □ □c) Chains, slings and ropes adequate for loads and in good repair □ □ □d) Lifting Equipment properly stowed □ □ □e) Wheel chocks provided and used □ □ □f) Inspection records available (SIPs) □ □ □

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19. Pressure Vessels:a) Valves and controls located on operating floor □ □ □b) Safety valves operational □ □ □c) Drains clear □ □ □d) Inspection certificate / label appropriate type □ □ □e) Pipes, connections, vessels free of dents, notches, and severe scratches □ □ □f) Shields as appropriate □ □ □

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Limit stops operational (these are the rotation stops, to prevent crane from rotating more then 360 degrees)

Controls permit full, unrestricted operation by operators wearing appropriate clothing or equipment

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

20. Mechanical Power:a) General condition and servicing □ □ □b)

□ □ □c) Transverse moving chains, belts and slides guarded □ □ □d) Emergency stops operational □ □ □

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21. Hydraulic Power Systemsa) Pressure regulated within power limits □ □ □b)

□ □ □c) Fluid pressure lines identified □ □ □d) Remote shutoffs available □ □ □e) Inspections recorded □ □ □

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22. Pneumatic Power Systems:a) Pressure regulated within power limits □ □ □b) Retaining clips on hose lines □ □ □c) Compressor drainage and testing □ □ □d) General condition of hoses and connections □ □ □e) Air lines identified (valves and piping color coded / labeled / flow direction) □ □ □

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23. Electrical Power Systems:a) All control panels closed and secured □ □ □b) Control panels identified and accessible □ □ □c) General condition of wiring, insulation, and fixtures □ □ □d) Groundings tested □ □ □e) Flexible cords free of splices □ □ □f) Lockout provisions as prescribed □ □ □g) Does equipment being locked out have provisions for individual disconnects □ □ □h) Electrical equipment protected from fluids □ □ □i) Adequate provisions for manual restart after power failures □ □ □

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Rotating collars, couplings, cams, clutches, fly wheels, spindles, shaft ends, key ends guarded

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

General condition; leaks, dents, nicks, and severe scratches of pressure lines and fittings.

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

24. Valves and Mechanical Controls:a) Labels and color coded □ □ □b) Operational □ □ □c) Readily accessible □ □ □d) Inspections □ □ □

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25. Lock Out Systems:a) Positive lockouts provided for all power systems, individual powered equipment □ □ □b) Lock-outs permit multiple lock-outs □ □ □c) Tags or color codes indicate user of lock-out □ □ □d)

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26. Signs and Tags:a)

□ □ □b) Signs and tags, consistent throughout facility □ □ □c) Tags affixed to all defective equipment not secured against us □ □ □

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27. Color Coding:a)

□ □ □b) Yellow color coding use to indicate changing condition □ □ □c)

□ □ □d) Green color coding used to indicate safety instructions and first aid equipment □ □ □e) Blue color coding use for general information signs and tags □ □ □f) Color coding used to indicate fluid and gas system contents and flow □ □ □

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Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Lock-out system provides means to reduce system / equipment to zero energy state, e.g. steam, air, electrical, hydraulic, etc.Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Hazard warning, directional and informational signs and tags use where there are immediate dangers, potential hazards, or there is a need for general instructions

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Red color coding used to indicate immediate danger, flammable / explosive materials, and fire protection

Orange color coding used to indicate areas under modification, hazardous parts when guards are removed

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

28. Warning Systems:a) Fire / emergency alarm systems operational □ □ □b) Hazard warning systems on appropriate equipment □ □ □c) Over pressure warning systems on pressure vessels (these can be pop off valves) □ □ □d) Over temperature warning systems on appropriate equipment □ □ □

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29. Emergency Instructions:a) Operational placards / decals on emergency controls (on / off, open / close, etc.) □ □ □b) Emergency instructions on ships communications systems, telephones, intercoms, etc. □ □ □c) Fire hazard symbols in areas containing hazardous substances □ □ □d) All backup communications systems operational □ □ □

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30. Fire Protection:a) Portable extinguishers appropriate for type of materials and readily available □ □ □b) Extinguishers inspected last □ □ □c) Fire hoses properly mounted, accessible, tested, and maintained □ □ □d) Fire equipment visibly marked □ □ □e)

□ □ □f) General condition of personal protective equipment for fire team members □ □ □

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31. Eye Wash Stations:a)

□ □ □b) Proper signs and instructions □ □ □c) On a regular inspection schedule □ □ □

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Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Fire doors, lids, shutters in good repair and unobstructed, if fusible links equipped make sure they are intact

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Readily available and accessible in areas where caustic / corrosive chemicals are used. In areas of flying dust and particles

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

32. First Aid Kits / Stations / Equipment:a) Controlled substances inventoried. All reduction in counts accounted for □ □ □b) Adequate materials and equipment available and properly located □ □ □c)

□ □ □d) Instructions for accident reporting posted □ □ □e) Portable Trauma Kit, stocked and inventoried on regular basis (if one is onboard) □ □ □f) Medical Oxygen bottles adequate for the vessel and stored in accessible location □ □ □g) Blood pressure kit onboard and operational □ □ □

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33. Emergency Rescue Equipmenta) Adequate equipment available and properly located □ □ □b) In proper serviceable condition □ □ □

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34.a) _______________________________________________________________ □ □ □b) _______________________________________________________________ □ □ □

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35.a) _______________________________________________________________ □ □ □b) _______________________________________________________________ □ □ □

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36. Personal Protective Equipmenta) Use of □ □ □b) Availability □ □ □c) Maintenance of □ □ □d) Adequate type □ □ □e) Storage facilities □ □ □f) Cleaning facilities □ □ □

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If vessel is equipped with a Hospital, is area cleaned and organized, adequate equipment and materials on inventory, Hospital not a living quarters, proper notices and instructions posted

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

Comments: __________________________________________________________________

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Accident Investigation ProcedurePURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels.

SCOPEInvestigation of incidents/accidents/injuries by the officers of Southern Transport Service.

ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT S A FF ECTED All vessels owned or managed by Southern Transport Service

POLICYIt is the policy of Southern Transport Service, that when an accident happens an immediate accident investigation shall take place, using SOP-F231 to determine the cause of the accident and to prevent recurrence. This will apply to any incident with a High Profile RIR that has a potential of a serious injury or death as determined on page two of SOP-228. Any injury requiring medical treatment or any damage to vessel or equipment totaling $5,000 or more.

When filling in any of the comments sections, ensure that you describe in detail what you are stating. It is important for any preventive measures to be put into place, a though description of the incident needs to be stated, not just the check boxes checked off.

PRACTICESOP-F231 Accident Investigation Form has be devised by Southern Transport Service to aid the Investigators in finding what happen, how it happened, why it happened and how to prevent it from happening again.

Section 1, Cause & Immediate Causes:This section identifies what happened. Check the appropriate boxes and in the "Finding" area for each sub-section below, describe in detail what happened.

Section 2, Basic Causes:This section identifies the basic cause of the accident. Check the appropriate boxes and below in the "Finding" area, describe in detail, your findings.

Section 3, Lack of Control:This section identifies what the lack of controls were, that lead up to the accident. Below in the "Findings" area, describe in detail, what your investigation showed as the lack of controls.

Corrective Action: Enter the corrective actions required to address immediate and basic causes and the lack of control. Specify "Who" and "When". List each of the action items, person responsible for it. The target dates and completion dates and any remarks for each item.

Below in the "Finding: section, describe in detail, who is to do what and when.

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Comments by Reviewing Company Rep: In all "Catastrophic" accidents, the President or Vice President shall complete this section.

Endorsements:Management will meet and go over the findings of the investigation team and if all finding are acceptable, they will sign-off as accepting accountability for implementing the items of the action plan or returning it to the investigative team for further review of their findings.

Diagram SketchesThe onboard investigative team, shall draw diagrams of the accident area, what was in the immediate and surrounding area. This will help with both the onboard investigation and review in the office. In the "Finding" section, describe in detail the sketch or drawings that was done. A camera should be used if available, to photograph the area and any evidence to support the diagram.

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Accident Investigation ReportPerson Leading InvestigationNames of other team members

Investigation Section 1 – Contact & Immediate Causes

Contact / Exposure

Findings:

Substandard Practices

Findings:

Substandard Conditions

Findings:

Investigation Section 2 – Basic CausesWhich of the following Personal and/or Job Factors were the Basic Causes of this accident?

Personal Factors Job Factors

Findings:

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□ Struck against □ Caught between □ Fall on same level

□ Fell to lower level □ Overstrain/Exertion □ Caught on

□ Caught in □ Struck by □ Contact with

□ High Profile RIR Report

□ Operating equip. w/o authority □ Under infl. of alcohol/drugs □ Improper placement

□ Operating at improper speed □ Improper password protection □ Improper lifting

□ Safety devices inoperable □ Impr. backup/virus protection □ Horseplay

□ Failure to use PPE correctly □ Faliure to warn □ Lack of sleep

□ Removing safety devices □ Failure to secure □ Poor control of Contractor

□ Improper position for task □ Improper loading

□ Servicing equip. in operation □ Using defective equipment

□ Inadequare guards or barriers □ Pressure exposure □ Fire and explosion hazards

□ Inadeq/Improper protect equip □ Slippery surface □ Noise exposure

□ Defetive tools, equip, or mat. □ Impr. storage/removable media □ Temperative extremes

□ Congestion or restricted action □ Impr. physical security/network □ Inadequate ventilation

□ Inadequate warning system □ Radiation exposure

□ Inadequate/excess illumination □ Poor housekeeping/disorder

□ Lack of knowledge □ Lack of skills □ Inadequate leadership □ Inadequate tools, materials, equip.

□ Inadequate capability □ Improper motivation □ Inadequate engineering □ Inadequate work standards

□ Stress □ Fatigue □ Inadequate purchasing □ Abuse or misuse

□ Substance Abuse □ Inadequate maintenance □ Wear and tear

□ Organizational rules □ Conflicting goals/objectives

Investigation Section 3 – Lack of ControlLack of Control

□ Commitment & Leadership □ Organization & Resources □ Risk Management □ Implementation & Monitoring

□ Policies & Objectives □ Contractor & Supplier Mgmt □ Design & Planning □ Assessment & Cont. Improv.Findings:

Corrective ActionItem Action Item Person Responsible Target Date Compl. Date Remarks

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Accident Investigation ReportComments by Reviewing Company Rep.

EndorsementsWe accept accountability for implementing the items of this action plan under our responsibility

Name Signature Date

Name Signature Date

Diagram or Sketch:

Findings:

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Equipment Transfer at Sea / Crane OperationsPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels to safely and efficiently transfer stores, provisions, equipment or other items between vessels.

SCOPETo ensure that all crew members understand and adhere to the procedures for transferring stores and equipment at sea.


POLICYTo ensure all involved in proper crane operations, offshore or at dockside. If offshore between two vessels, both captains shall assess the weather situation and, following an assessment of the risks, agree if conditions are suitable for the operation. If either Captain does not feel that the operation can be conducted safely, the transfer will not take place. Preparation for maneuvering alongside must be in accordance with the captain of the Mother Vessel's procedures and checklists. The captain of the support vessel may terminate any crane operation that he sees as endangering his crew or vessel.

PRACTICEEmployees conducting any mechanical lifting operation are responsible for ensuring that this procedure is complied with at all times during the operation.

a) Toolbox meeting shall be held before commencing the operation and the crane operator and signal person will be nominated. Only approved and experienced crane operators and signal persons shall be used. After the toolbox meeting, the Officer in Charge shall make a log entry.

b) A visual inspection of the crane shall be performed before any lifting operation. Any findings shall be recorded.

c) No load shall exceed the SWL (Safe Working Limit) of the crane or any of the associated lifting equipment.

d) Only approved and inspected lifting equipment shall be used. Lifting gear refers to all accessories used to sling, hook, hang and lift loads.

e) All personnel involved in any crane operation shall fully understand the signals in use.

f) All involved in the operation shall wear correct PPE (hard hats, safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves and work vests (if required).

g) Sufficient taglines shall be used on all loads and a person shall be present to control the direction of the load on deck.

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h) Personnel shall not ride on a crane's hook, sling or load.

i) Pallets must be in good condition with no jagged edges or exposed nails and all loads must be secured to the pallets ..

j) If any hazardous substances are to be transferred, the captain of each vessel must be notified, appropriate PPE shall be worn and safe handling procedures followed.

k) Equipment loaded on to the support vessel shall be securely stowed as soon as the transfer has been completed.

l) Any operational difficulties encountered during the transfer shall be reported and discussed as soon as possible.

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Personnel Transfer at SeaPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels for transferring personnel at sea.

SCOPEThe procedure covers the identification of checkpoints for safe vessel to vessel transfer of personnel directly or by MOB / Small Boat.


POLICYExcept for emergency situations, small boat transfers shall take place only during daylight hours and in acceptable conditions. Both Captains shall assess the weather situation and, following an assessment of the risks, agree if conditions are suitable for the operation. The support vessel must not embark personnel exceeding the number stated in the safety certificate.

PRACTICE• The Captain is overall in charge of the safe transfer of personnel at sea. The whole

operation shall be carried out under the strict supervision of the Captain. • The Coxswain is responsible for the safe operation of the MOB / Small Boat. • The Captain of the transfer vessel becomes responsible for maneuvers of the MOB /

Small Boat and transfer of personnel during close quarter work with his vessel.

Actions Transfer of personnel at sea should not be common practice. Transfers are to be restricted to

daylight hours and good visibility only. a) Rain/Storms: Monitor the weather on the long distance radar and do not commence if

rain squalls, thunderstorms are to pass. b) Entire operation must be started and completed in daylight hours. c) Life jackets and survival suits (where required). d) Proper footwear and suitable clothing.

Before Commencement The Captain shall communicate and agree with the Captain of the transferring vessel the following:

a) Communication channels and back up channels in case of failure. b) The most suitable speed, heading and distance with a view of getting the best possible

lee for transferring personnel and hoisting/lowering the MOB / Small Boat. c) Make known the entire procedure that will be carried out via a toolbox meeting with all

personnel involved in the operation, including passengers. d) A pilot ladder is to be rigged on the lee side of the receiving/transferring vessel if

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The MOB / Small Boat crew shall comprise of the following as a minimum: One Coxswain authorized by the Captain for the operation, 1 stand-by Coxswain and one experienced crewmember.

The Captain shall brief and ensure they understand the following: a) The understanding of each person's duties in the operation. b) The agreed communication channels and back up communication channels. c) The side of transfer on the receiving or transferring vessel. d) The number of persons being transferred and the Personal Protective Equipment required. e) What to do in an emergency or deviation from the plan. t) No one shall be forced to carry out the operation against their personal conviction. g) Maximum passengers and luggage capacity per trip.

During the Operation: Prior to launching the MOB / Small Boat, the small boat launching checklist shall be completed. The davit operator shall check the davit, falls, hooks, lines and winch before the launch.

a) Communication between the MOB / Small Boat shall be established from the moment the boat is embarked.

b) A lookout shall be positioned at a location where the entire operation is in the lookout's view.

c) Communication with the lookout shall be established.

The Coxswain is responsible for the safe operation of the MOB / Small Boat. The Coxswain shall establish communication with the receiving/transferring vessel and approach from the lee side of the vessel. Before going alongside, the Coxswain shall get the agreement from the receiving/transferring vessel that the necessary arrangements for receiving the MOB / Small Boat are in place. The Coxswain shall check the following: a) Sufficient personnel on deck to receive the painter line if necessary. b) Sufficient personnel to assist transfer of personnel and personal belongings. c) Pilot ladder rigged.

Run a visual check when doing the approach and if all is in order, commence going alongside. The Coxswain shall give instructions / signals of the commencement of transfer making sure that the personnel being transferred have both hands free during the transfer. The MOB / Small Boat crew shall handle the personal effects.

On completion of the transfer and on the instructions / signals of the Coxswain and in the event of using a painter, the receiving transferring vessel shall release this. The Coxswain shall then take the following sequence of actions:

a) Separate from the vessel in the safest and quickest manner. b) Report the completion to both the receiving and transferring vessel and that the MOB /

Small Boat is returning. c) Continue recovery as per vessel specific recovery procedure.

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Basic Orientation for New CrewmembersPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels.

To ensure that all new crewmembers, client representatives, subcontractors and any other persons sailing onboard the Southern Transport Service vessels are given an adequate orientation ofthe vessel, with an introduction to the safety equipment and the emergency procedures aboard the vessels.

SCOPEThis procedure is applicable to new crewmembers, client representatives, subcontractors and any other persons sailing onboard the Southern Transport Service Vessels.


POLICY RESPONSIBILITY

The Master is responsible for ensuring that this orientation is carried out. The orientation is carried out by either the Chief Officer, or the Mate.

PRACTICE• Safety starts here and continues throughout the voyage. • The safety orientation is either conducted by the Chief officer (Ship's Safety officer), or

the Mate. • The safety orientation is a formal tour of the vessel to explain safety rules, emergency

routes, safety equipment etc. in order that the new crewmember are made aware of the layout and the hazards associated with the vessel.

• The new crewmember will also be asked to complete several forms, this will include a safety induction form, a personal and medical information form, which will be kept in the strictest confidence by the Chief Officer. Once these forms have been completed you are asked to return them to the Chief Officer.

• A copy of the ships Bill is available to provide further guidance as to the Rules and Regulations in force onboard the vessel.

• It is a condition of employment that all safety rules and procedures are adhered to.

GUIDELINES• Below are few guidelines to help new crewmembers: • Obey all instructions given by the Ship's Officers. • Your muster station and Liferaft stations are posted in your cabin, and on the notice

boards in the messroom. • There are THREE EMERGENCY ALARMS - see Vessel Station Bill in the messroom,

they are also posted in your cabin, memorise them.

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• Smoking is allowed in designated Smoking areas, Smoking is not Permitted in your cabin.

• If you see a fire, shout "FIRE FIRE FIRE" set off the nearest alarm and contact the Bridge. Response from experienced crewmembers is only a minute away.

• Do not wander around the work decks by yourself until you are familiar with the ship and the operations on board.

• Do not throw ANYTHING over the side. • If you become seasick, go to the bridge and ask for help and advice on how to treat it. • It is important that new crewmembers familiarise themselves with the Southern

Transport Service Vessels SOP within the first few days of being onboard, likewise this manual should be used by all the crew at any time as a reference to Safety, Health, the Environment and work procedures.

DEPARTMENTAL ORIENTATIONS• In addition to the above basis orientation, each new crewmember shall receive, prior to

commencing any work duties, a Departmental Orientation.• This orientation is given to the new crewmembers by their direct supervisor onboard

the vessel. The purpose of this orientation is to inform new crewmembers what different kinds of hazards are associated with his job discription, what their duties will be, how they are expected to perform their duties, etc.

• Each departmental head shall use the departmental orientation checklist for their departments and after each orientation is completed, the individual signs and dates it. This will remain in the employees personel file.

• Report any unsafe acts, conditions or accidents immediately to the Officer on the Bridge.

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Crew OrientationVessel:

Name:(please print) Last First Middle

Soc. Sec. No.

Passport No.

Date of Birth:

Job Title:

Ship's Crew: □ Navigation Technician: □ Client: □

Assigned:

............................................................................... □

............................................................................... □

............................................................................... □

Instructed On:

............................................................................... □

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............................................................................... □

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STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING AND COMPLIANCE:“I understand all information presented and will comply with all safety regulations while aboard this vessel.”

Signature:

Date:

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▪ Quarters:

▪ Emergency Station:

▪ Abandon Ship Station:

▪ General Alarm:

▪ Fire Fighting Equipment and Alarms:

▪ Emergency Signals:

▪ Life Jacket:

▪ Life Raft:

▪ Job and Associated Hazards:

▪ Safety Rules:

▪ Company Safety Policy:

Visitor Orientation

Vessel:


Company:

Emergency Stations:

▪ General Alarms: ............................................................................... □

▪ Muster Area: ............................................................................... □

▪ Spare Lifejacket Box: ............................................................................... □

▪ Life Raft Assignment ............................................................................... □

General Safety:

▪ Smoking Policy: ............................................................................... □

▪ PPE Policy: ............................................................................... □

▪ Heavy Weather Policy: ............................................................................... □

NOTE:

If you are currently taking any MEDICATION then please inform the Chief Mate

at the time of the Orientation. Please show medication to the Chief Mate and inform

him of any special instructions that may be required.

Should you have any Medical Allergies, again, inform the Chief Mate.


Signature:

Date:

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Engineering Departmental OrientationVessel:


Soc. Sec. No.

Passport No.

Date of Birth:

Job Title:

License Information:

Person Conducting this Orientation:

Ship's Crew: □ Engine Room:

Assigned:

□

□

Instructed On:

▪ General Instructions Concerning Engine Room: □

▪ Fire Fighting Equipment and Alarms in Engine Room: □

▪ Job and Associated Hazards in Engine Room: □

▪ Tank Loading / Unloading: □

▪ Tank Capacities: □

▪ Engineers Standing Orders Understood / Signed off: □

▪ Machinery Operations: □

▪ Oil Pollution Emergency Response Plans: □

▪ Liquid Mud Transfer Procedures / Checklist: □

▪ Any other Liquid or Bulk Cargo Vessel may Load / Unload: □

▪ Emergency Shutdown Locations and Operation: □

▪ Deparmental Safety Rules: □

▪ JSAs: □

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▪ Emergency Station / Duties:

▪ Abandon Ship Station / Duties:

▪ Any Other Items Not Listed Above Detail Below: □


Signature:

Date:

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Deck Departmental OrientationVessel:


Soc. Sec. No.

Passport No.

Date of Birth:

Job Title:

License Information:

Person Conducting this Orientation:

Ship's Crew: □ Engine Room:

Assigned:

......................................................... □

......................................................... □

Instructed On:

▪ General Instructions Concerning Department: ..................................... □

▪ Fire Fighting Equipment and Alarms in Work Area: ..................................... □

▪ Job and Associated Hazards in Work Area: ..................................... □

▪ Departmental Safety Rules: ......................................................... □

▪ Master's Standing Orders Understoof / Signed off: ..................................... □

▪ Machinery Operations: .............................................................................. □

▪ Oil Pollution Emergency Response Plans: ..................................... □

▪ Emergency Shutdown Locations and Operation: ..................................... □

▪ Galley Equipment Use and General Safety (Cook / Galley Hand): ................. □

▪ JSAs: .................................................................................................. □

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▪ Emergency Station / Duties:

▪ Abandon Ship Station / Duties:

▪ Any Other Items Not Listed Above Detail Below: □


Signature:

Date:

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PersonnelPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in how to manage the personnel and their records working under them.

SCOPEAll personnel employed by Southern Transport Service.


POLICYIt is important that we manage our personnel and their records in a professional manner. The goal is to have well trained competent mariners manning our vessels. Timely and objective evaluations of all employees is important as well as good records being kept on the vessel and ashore.

PRACTICEThe Master of the vessel is responsible for verifying the qualifications of each mariner on board or joining the vessel at all times. This will require a review of each mariner's documents for classification and endorsements required for the voyage. A confidential file with copies of original licenses, endorsements, training, and identification will be maintained by the Master in a secure place aboard the vessel. The Master will also keep copies of original signed evaluations, recommendations made to office or written employee criticisms in each individual file. Evaluations will be performed twice per year on each mariner. This will based on the employee's rating and job description as well as STCW required competency. These must be objective in order to be effective as a reliable tool to measure an employee's progress as well as keeping the employee informed as to the job they are doing. 1 See SOP-301, 302 and forms for details on evaluations.

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Intermediate Employee ReviewPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in the probationary and intermediate review of employees.

SCOPEAll new hire mariners and current mariners employed by Southern Transport Service.


POLICYThe Master or Chief Engineer is responsible for monitoring the progress of the employees in their respective departments. They will evaluate and make recommendation to Marine Operations Management as to the eligibility of retaining the employee on a permanent basis at the conclusion of the mariner's initial trip on the vessel. All employees retained after the probationary review will be reviewed at six months intervals except for the Master who will be reviewed on an annual basis by Marine Operations Management.

PRACTICEThe Master is responsible for overseeing the evaluation process for all personnel aboard the vessel. He must sign off on all reviews and will be present for all employee interviews. Use SOP-Form 303 "Intermediate Employee Review" to record employee evaluations. Three copies should be made and signed by the reviewer and the reviewed employee. One copy will be given to the employee, one copy will go into the Master's file, and one copy will be forwarded to Marine Operations Management. Each employee will be interviewed by his or her reviewer, in a confidential manner to afford an open discussion of the employee's performance. The reviewer must be objective in the evaluation process for the review to be an effective tool to all concerned. The Masters evaluation will be partly based upon the quality and objectivity of the evaluations coming in from his/her crew.

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Intermediate Review FormName: Crew Number:

Employee #: Hire Date:

Job Title: Review Date:

Department: Last Review:

Attributes

Job Knowledge: Does the employee know the job well? □ □ □Quality of Work: Is quality of work meeting standards? □ □ □Quantity of Work: Is quantity of work meeting standards? □ □ □Safety: Does employee follow safety rules? □ □ □Initiative: Is employee a “Self Starter”? □ □ □Dependability: Follow instructions & do what is expected? □ □ □Organizational Skills: Is employee focused and organized? □ □ □Cooperation: Does employee perform as a team member? □ □ □Attitude: Does employee accept job duties willingly? □ □ □Attendance: Is employee on time regularly? □ □ □

Reviewer's Comments:

Employee's Comments:

Employee's Signature: Date:

Reviewer's Signature: Date:

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Needs Improvement

Meets Requirements

Exceeds Requirements

Yearly Employee ReviewPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in the objective uniform yearly review of employees.

SCOPEAll current mariners employed for one year with Southern Transport Service.


POLICYThe Master or Chief Engineer is responsible for monitoring the progress of the employees in their respective departments. They will evaluate and make recommendation to Marine Operations Management as to the eligibility of continued employment and upgrades to license or position. All employees retained after the probationary review will be reviewed at six months intervals except for the Master who will be reviewed on an annual basis by Marine Operations Management.

PRACTICEThe Master is responsible for overseeing the evaluation process for all personnel aboard the vessel. He must sign off on all reviews and will be present for all employee interviews. Use SOPForm 304 "Yearly Employee Review" to record employee evaluations. Three copies should be made and signed by the reviewer and the reviewed employee. One copy will be given to the employee, one copy will go into the Master's file, and one copy will be forwarded to Marine Operations Management. Each employee will be interviewed by his or her reviewer, in a confidential manner to afford an open discussion of the employee's performance. The reviewer must be objective in the evaluation process for the review to be an effective tool to all concerned. The Masters evaluation will be partly based upon the quality and objectivity of the evaluations coming in from his/her crew.

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Employee Review FormName Crew NumberEmployee # Hire DateJob Title Review DateDepartment Last Review

Unsatisfactory Marginal Competent Commendable Outstanding

Safety Initiative

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Job Knowledge

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Quality of Work

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Quantity of Work

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Shows no interest in safety matters. Has to

be coaxed to participate.

Has no interest above minimum required safety concerns. Attends drills and

meetings but has no input.

Shows interest in the safety program and occasional has input in safety meetings.

Is outspoken in safety meetings and possibly

involved in safety committees. Has positive attitude

towards safety issues.

Is innovative and proactive towards

safety matters. Always considers safety.

Stresses safety to co-workers.

Safety Performance

Works in an unsafe manner. Poor attitude

towards safety.

Has occasional safety mishap. Goes along

with safety requirements in the

work place, but minimizes priority.

Seldom has accident or injury. Complies

with company safety procedures and policy.

Occasional makes safety suggestions.

Is involved in setting safety procedures and

standards. Shows good leadership in

safety related matters.

Is accident free. Keeps an eye on co-

workers in the workplace to assure

safety. Active in meetings, committees,

etc.

Job knowledge unsatisfactory. Shows

little interest in improving.

Job knowledge needs improvement.

Requires coaching and instructions to complete routine

assignments.

Good knowledge of own job. Able to complete routine

assignments without excessive coaching.

Thorough understanding of own job and related areas.

Recognized as an authority in own area.

Extremely knowledgeable in

related areas.

Consistently low in accuracy. Makes

frequent mistakes.

Accuracy is often inconsistent. Work must be checked.

Work meets the standard for accuracy

and thoroughness.

High quality work. Mistakes seldom

occur.

Consistently accurate and exceptionally thorough in all job

assignments.

Output below average. Fails to complete assignments in

acceptable time.

Must be pushed to complete assignments

in acceptable time.

Meets most deadlines on assigned projects. Satisfactory amount of

work completed.

Completes tasks promptly. Very good

use of work time.

Exceptionally fast and efficient in all duties and assignments.

Leadership Ability

Provides inadequate information and

direction to group.

Results are sometimes affected by

personnel problems within the group.

Demonstrates good leadership skills and

gets results.

Gets excellent results with a minimum of

personnel problems.

Obtains trust, respect, and outstanding

results from others.

Judgment / Decisiveness

Seldom makes appropriate decisions. Indecisive or makes

snap judgments without regarding

facts.

Often not decisive and tends to procrastinate.

Decisions are not consistent and

reliable.

Makes fairly prompt and firm decisions.

Gives consideration to relevant facts.

Obtains fact and applies sound

reasoning. Takes prompt action.

Exceptional self control. Makes definite

and appropriate decisions with unusual

promptness.

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Cooperation

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Initiative

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Learning Ability

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Self Assurance

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Dependability

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Attitude

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Attendance

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Communication Skills

Has difficulty in expressing ideas or information clearly.

Occasionally has problems in makes

effective presentations or expressing himself.

Expresses ideas and information in a clear

and concise manner in most cases.

Very effective in communicating ideas

and information.

Exceptionally skillful in communicating even complex ideas and

information.

Frequently causes or contributes to unrest or friction with others.

Occasionally is abrasive. Seldom

offers to help others.

Gets along well in work relationships with

others.

Highly cooperative. Offers to assist.

Exceptional in giving and obtaining

cooperation with others.

Does not take initiative. Avoids

responsibility.

Has moderate initiative, but is not a

self-starter.

Demonstrates good initiative. Self-starter. Wants to do a good job. Responsible.

High initiative. Seeks responsibility. Requites little

direction.

Exceptional initiative. Assumes

responsibility with a minimum of direction.

Requires lengthy explanations and repeated trials to

grasp new concepts.

Sometimes slow in understands new

concepts or systems.

Good understanding and application of new

concepts and systems.

Quickly understands and applies new

concepts with excellent results.

Exceptional learning ability. Often

advances and improves new concepts upon

application.

Organization Skills

Often wastes time on nonproductive

matters.

Occasionally wastes time or has problem

arranging work schedule.

Good utilization of work time and

schedule.

Usually uses time to full advantage with

good planning techniques.

Manages work time to full advantage.

Excellent planning.

Does not handle stressful situations

very well.

Needs to improve. Often loses

composure under stress.

Makes a good impression and gains

respect, usually remains calm under

stress.

Makes an excellent impression in work relationships. Very tolerant of stress.

Makes outstanding impressions in work

relationships. Maintains complete self-control under

stress.

Does not follow through with completing

assignments. Gives up easily. Puts forth

little effort to complete tasks.

Has trouble. Does not follow through with

completing assignments without being pushed. Makes

no sacrifices to be available for work.

Considered trustworthy and

reliable. Will make some sacrifices to

complete tasks under normal supervision.

Completes tasks promptly. Will make

sacrifices to get a job done.

Consistently follows tasks through to

completion. Persistent; puts forth maximum effort to do

a good job.

Shows little interest in work. Strays from

work area. Negative influence on coworkers.

Uncooperative.

Has uneven or negative attitude

towards company and fellow workers.

Stubborn, impulsive or temperamental.

Accepts authority. Diligent about work.

Has a positive attitude towards the company and fellow workers.

Has a positive attitude and is cooperative and

enthusiastic. Persistent and

conscientious in completing

assignments.

Totally dedicated to the company and to doing a good job. Is

very positive, enthusiastic, and cooperative. Very

diligent.

Frequently absent, tardy, or leaves work

easily without reasonable excuses.

Erratic in attendance. Seldom gives

explanation for absences or tardiness.

Occasionally absent or tardy. Always has a

good reason for absences or tardiness.

Is seldom absent or tardy. Reports

reasons for absences or tardiness promptly.

Outstanding attendance. Never

absent or tardy without prior

notification and consent.

OVERALL RATING

Intermediate Review – Performance Actions/Goals

1. Action taken by individual: 1. Action to be taken by individual:

2. Action taken by Supervisor: 2. Action to be taken by the Supervisor:

3. Accomplisments / Results achieved: 3. Goals / Results expected:

Formal or cross-training recommended to improve on-the-job proficiency



Employee must sign one of the statements below:I have read this performance review, my supervisor has discussed it with me, and I agree with the evaluation.

Signature: Date:

Signature: Date:

Reviewed by: Date:

Approved by: Date:

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Steps that have been taken since the last performance appraisal to develop this individual.

Steps that will be taken before the next performance appraisal to help develop this person.

I have read this performance review, my supervisor has discussed it with me, and I do not agree with the evaluation for the reason(s) I have written on the back of this page.

Performance Review of STS Captains & Chief Engineers

Name: Date of Last Review:Last First MI

Last Increase:

Employee #: Date of this Review:

Attributes

Safety: □ □ □Consider employee's role in promoting safety and leading by example.Comments:

Attitude: □ □ □Consider promotion of company policies and procedures andprojection of this to other crewmembers.Comments:

Cooperation: □ □ □Consider acceptance or resistance to ideas from management.Consider interaction with supervisors.Comments:

Judgment □ □ □Consider decision making capabilities and confidence level.Comments:

Communication: □ □ □Consider ability to listen, written, and verbal clarity.Consider delivery of information when and to whom needed.Comments:

Organization: □ □ □Consider utilization of time and available manpower.Consider setting of goals and planning.Comments:

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Needs Improvement

Meets Requirements

Exceeds Requirements

Job Knowledge: □ □ □Consider employee's knowledge of operation and equipment.Consider efforts to keep current and improve knowledge.Comments:

Administrative: □ □ □Consider timeliness of required reports and paperwork.Record keeping aboard the vessel.Comments:

Personnel Management: □ □ □Consider objectiveness of employee evaluations, training, anddevelopment of personnel. Do employees feel they are part of the team?Comments:

Initiative: □ □ □Consider self motivation to improve both the operation and personnel enrichment.Comments:



Employee's Signature: Date:

Reviewer's Signature: Date:

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Engine Room Standing OrdersPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in Engine Room Organization and Management.

SCOPEEngine Room Standing Orders required on all Southern Transport Service vessels.


POLICYA set of Engine Room Standing Orders will be issued and maintained by the Chief Engineer aboard all Southern Transport Service vessels. These orders and any amendments will be read and signed as understood by all engine room personnel. It is the responsibility of the Chief Engineer to familiarize all newly joined engine room personnel with these orders and any other directives before they take over a watch. The Chief Engineer will also ensure that all personnel are familiar with the set up and layout of all engine room systems prior to any watches being stood.

PRACTICEThe Engine Room Standing Orders will at a minimum, include the following topics: • when to call the Chief Engineer; • when to notify the Bridge of repair activities; • specific duties to be done during every watch; • planned maintenance; • records to be kept during each watch; • pollution prevention measures to be observed; • instructions on emergency shut down of critical equipment and notification of the Bridge; • watch-keeping in port

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Engine Room Planned MaintenancePURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in ensuring the reliability of all equipment and machinery through routine Planned Maintenance.

SCOPEAll equipment and rotating machinery on deck and in the engine room.


POLICYThe Chief Engineer will develop and monitor a schedule of planned maintenance for all equipment and machinery aboard each vessel. This schedule will include daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and yearly maintenance. Each item of maintenance completed will be be signed off by the crewmember completing it and verified by the Chief Engineer. The record of this is to kept aboard the vessel for one year.

PRACTICEThe goal of all planned maintenance is to prevent the sudden failure and ensure the reliability of that equipment or machinery covered by the plan. The failure of any equipment or machinery on the vessel can jeopordize the safety of the vessel or the personnel on board. Each vessel will include as a minimum the following equipment and machinery in its plan:

• Main engines-oil changes, filter changes, monitoring pressures, temperatures and oil water levels. These are usually based on operating hours and will vary by each manufacturer. The Port Engineer should be consulted for recommended hours of maintenance as it will vary with machinery type, operating area and type of operation of the vessel;

• generators-same as above; • compressors; • steering gear; • shafts; • gearboxes; • pumps; • valves; • reach rods; (if fitted) • pneumatic valve actuators; (if fitted) • vents; • hydraulic systems; • anchor windlass; • air conditioning systems; • refrigeration systems; • meters and gauges:

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• crane (if fitted); • back up battery systems; • outboard motors; • Oily Water Separators; • Marine Sanitation Devices; • Centrifuge; • Engine alarm systems.

In addition, each owned or managed vessel shall have a systematic plan and procedures for the operation and testing of all identified critical systems that are onboard their vessel.

Records of the maintenance plan will be kept aboard the vessel for inspection for two years as requested.

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Mud Tank Loading/Unloading ProceduresPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in proper unloading, loading, and tank cleaning procedures for the Engine Room personnel.

SCOPEEngine Room procedures required on all Southern Transport Service vessels.


POLICYThis procedure is to assist the engineering personnel onboard Southern Transport Service vessels in the proper system to be used to load and unload liquid mud and to properly clean their tanks and gun lines, piping, etc. afterwards. PRACTICEThe Captain and Engineer are responsible to ensure all tanks are properly loaded and unloaded in such a manner as to prevent over filling and to leave an adequate air gap in each of the tanks to compensate for any cargo that may be unloaded or loaded and the effects on the vessels list and stability which may cause liquid cargo tanks to burp out of the vents.

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Mud Tank Loading / Unloading ChecklistThis checklist is to assist the engineering personnel onboard STS vessels in the proper system to be used to load and unload liquid mud.

Loading Liquid Mud:□ Complete Declaration of Inspection. □ Check condition of transfer hoses, replace if damaged or if past test date. □ Open only valves needed to load product into selected tanks, all other valves to be closed

and pinned (if pins installed). □ Check condition of tanks to be loaded. □ Verify amounts to be loaded into each tank for 90% capacity. □ Forward P & S Mud Tanks: ______bbls□ Aft P & S Mud Tanks:______bbls□ Any other tanks used: ______bbls□ Check vents, ensure that the Ball moves freely and screens are not obstructed. Ensure

drain plugs are in containment pans. □ Maintain communication with loading facility during operations. Station a man at hose

connection to monitor hoses. □ Monitor tank levels while filling, NO HIGHER THAN 90% PER TANK. □ After completion, record amounts in each tank, take air gap readings when possible in each

tank and record.

Circulating Mud Instruction Checklist:□ Confirm circulating requirements with loading facility. □ Ensure vent balls move freely and screens are not obstructed. □ Open only the valves for the tank being circulated ensure all other valves are to be Closed

and Pinned (if pins installed). □ When possible, check the air gap levels of each tank being circulated against the air gap

readings taken when the tanks were filled, to ensure no migration of product from one tank to another.

□ Try to keep vessel level, if list develops stop circulating and determine the reason. □ Log all circulating times in the Log.

Transferring Mud Procedure Checklist:□ Complete Declaration of Inspection. □ Check condition of transfer hoses, check test date, if from the Rig, ensure it is fitted with a

valve. □ Open only valves needed to load product into selected tanks, all other valves to be Closed

and Pinned (if pins installed). □ Ensure proper operation of emergency shutdowns. □ Maintain communications with the facility product is being pumped to. □ Monitor discharge station and tank levels (ifwx permits opening of tank plugs). □ Start the transfer when told to do so by the receiving station. □ When transfer is complete, have receiving station close valve, drain hose back to tanks that

were pumped out of, before disconnecting . □ After transfer is complete, check amount remaining in tanks (if wx permits) and log the

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Mud Tank Cleaning ProcedurePURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in proper tank cleaning procedures for the Engine Room personnel.

SCOPEEngine Room procedures required on all Southern Transport Service vessels.


POLICYThis procedure is to assist the engineering personnel onboard Southern Transport Service vessels in the proper system to be used to properly clean their tanks, gun lines, piping, etc.

PRACTICEAll Captains and Engineers are responsible to ensure all tanks and associated piping, pumps and gun lines are thoroughly cleaned at the end of each job. The checklist SOP-F405A will be used as a tool to ensure that this is done. The checklist, SOPF405 shall be used to ensure all tanks, piping and lines are properly cleaned and be ready for the next loading. SOP-F405 will be filed onboard for a period of one year and verified through company internal auditing.

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Mud Tank Cleaning ChecklistThe Captain and Engineer is responsible to ensure all tanks and associated piping, pumps and gun lines are thoroughly cleaned at the end of each job. The checklist will be used as a tool to ensure that this is done. The form will be filed onboard for a period of one year and verified through internal auditing.

Cleaning of the Mud Tanks. Piping and Gun Lines:

□ Hold a Toolbox or JSA meeting with tank cleaners prior to starting job so they know what is expected of them.

□ Make sure all tanks are safe for entry. □ Make sure all personnel involved in the tank cleaning have the proper PPE.

Cleaning of Mud Tanks:

□ Open tanks to be cleaned. □ Check tanks for adequate oxygen levels. □ Power wash tanks, squeegee wall and braces. □ Check walls, ceilings, braces and floors for mud residue. □ If any residue is found, repeat until clean. □ Double check behind all braces and piping.

Flushing of associated piping / Gun lines:

□ For each tank that is to be cleaned, add 55 gallons of degreaser and pump at least 50 bbls of water into each tank and ensure the water level is above the Gun Lines.

□ Open valves for pipes to be flushed and circulate soapy water for 45 minutes to I hour. □ Suck out water and mud residue. □ Power wash floors and ceilings if necessary. □ Suck out all water and residue

Chief Engineers Sign off on job:

□ Engineer to check all tanks, gun lines, piping and pumps to verify a proper cleaning was done.

Signed:___________________________________ Date: _______________________

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Remote Engine OperationPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in proper procedures to be followed when using remote start of any engine.

SCOPERemote start for any engine from the wheelhouse or other location.


POLICYRemote starting of any engine will only be initiated after the duty engineer has checked fluid levels, drained the start air water traps, and visually inspected the engine. All start and stop cycles will be logged by the engineer with a statement that the engine was checked prior to starting. If an emergency start is required, it will be noted in the Deck log along with the situation requiring it.

PRACTICEAll Officers are responsible to ensure all engines are checked prior to any starting of them. Remote starting without an engineering check will only be done in extreme emergencies where the vessel is in a point of extremis.

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Emergency Medical Hospital/Clinic Contact Numbers Below is a list of phone numbers and addresses of hospitals along the gulf coast, to be used in medical emergencies. These hospitals cover the area from Galveston, Texas to New Orleans.

UTMB Medical Center301 University Blvd Galveston, TX 77555 (Front desk) 409-772-1011 (Emerg. Room) 409-772-9505

Ochsoner1516 Jefferson Hwy New Orleans, LA 70121 (Front desk) 504-842-3000 (Emerg. Room) 504-842-3460

Saint Ann Hospital4608 Hwy 1Raceland, LA 70394 (Front Desk) 985-537-6841 (Emerg. Room) 985-537-8365

Coastal Medical Clinic701 North Virginia St.Port Lavaca, TX 779791-361-552-8866

Memorial Maritime ClinicLong Beach, California (562) 432-2821 (562) 437-1353 Fax

Lady of the Sea Hospital200 West 134th PlaceCutoff, LA 70345 (Front Desk) 985-632-6401(Emerg. Room) 985-632-8311

Lafayette Medical Center1214 Coolidge Blvd Lafayette, LA(Front Desk) 337-289-7991 (Emerg. Room) 337-289-7183

Memorial Medical Center815 North Virginia St.Port Lavaca, TX 77979 1-361-552-6713

Primary Occupational Health Services2510 N. Alex Plaisance Blvd. Golden Meadow, LAPhone: (985) 475-6555 Fax: (985) 475-8643

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Distress AssistancePURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in responding to distress calls or signals.

SCOPEAny distress message received aboard the vessel.


POLICYAs required by law (Regulation V/1O of the International Convention for Safety of Life at Sea) and by the standards of good seamanship, all Masters, upon hearing from any source a signal that a ship, aircraft, or survival craft is in distress, shall proceed with all speed to assist and will, if possible, inform the party in distress of his intentions.

PRACTICE1. All vessels while at sea will continuously guard the two international calling and

distress frequencies, channel 16 VHF-FM and 2187.5 MHz medium frequency. GMDSS equipped vessels will also be monitoring channel 70 VHF-FM and 4, 8, 12, and 16 MHz.

2. Upon hearing a distress call, acknowledge it and, if appropriate, repeat it to other stations ashore or afloat that may be closer or better able to assist. When replying to a distress call, indicate the name, call sign, position, speed, and ETA of your vessel to the scene.

3. Establish contact with the appropriate Rescue Coordination Center (RCC), pass on and update all available information.

4. If more than one vessel is involved in the Search and Rescue (SAR), by mutual agreement one vessel will assume the duties of Coordinator of Surface Search (CSS) to coordinate the search and rescue efforts of all the vessels, and to keep the RCC informed.

5. When approaching the distress site, operate radar continuously and post additional lookouts. If the vessel in distress or its survivors are not located quickly, proceed with an appropriate search pattern.

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Heavy WeatherPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in planning for heavy weather.

SCOPEAny weather that will be potentially hazardous to the vessel or crew.


POLICYMasters shall operate with due regard to weather conditions to avoid damage to vessel, its equipment and injury to crew. It is entirely up to the Master to decide when normal vessel operations must be delayed or canceled due to weather.

PRACTICE• Weather reports should be monitored closely, particularly in known heavy weather areas

and at times during the year when weather can be expected. • In times of heavy weather, vessels should not be forced. If necessary heave to, wait out

the weather. Or, if preferable, run for shelter, if possible prior to conditions getting beyond workable limits.

• These limits are to be determined by the Master as they apply to the particular vessel, having regard to vessel configuration, load, speed, and possible restriction on the basic capability of the propulsion machinery.

• All equipment and cargo will be secured along with watertight doors and vents if necessary, prior to onset of heavy weather. All hands to be instructed about staying inside, off of the weather decks. If it becomes necessary to go out on deck for some reason, use proper procedures.

• Get clearance from Captain. • Always work in pairs with the proper PPE. • Do not take chances

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TowingPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels should they be called upon to tow another vessel.

SCOPEAny situation that would require a Southern Transport Service vessel to take another vessel in tow.


POLICYSouthern Transport Service vessels are not encouraged to attempt to tow other vessels except in an emergency situation. Our vessels are neither configured, nor equipped for towing.

PRACTICEDue to the risk to personnel, towing would be the last choice in most situations. Emergency towing operations may result in excessive loads being applied to ropes, bitts, fairleads, and connections. A sudden failure of any element in the towing arrangement may cause death or injury to personnel in the vicinity. The consequences of the failure of any element of the towing arrangement should be considered and guarded against. The following procedures and safety practices are applicable to both vessels in an emergency towing operation: • The rope used for an emergency tow, most likely mooring lines, should be of adequate

strength and inspected before use for defects and/or excessive wear. The longest and heaviest lines will likely be used, and may be married together to increase scope. The line(s) will be made fast to the bitts with the clearest lead, protected with chafing gear as necessary, and monitored for wear throughout the operation. No one should be anywhere near the towline when it comes under strain.

• All other elements of the towing arrangements should be inspected beforehand for defects and suitability for the operation

• Non-essential personnel should be kept well away from the towing areas. Persons involved in a towing operation should be briefed in their duties and the safety precautions to be taken.

• Persons involved in a towing operation should wear suitable protective clothing, to include hardhats and steel-toed shoes.

• Care should be taken to keep clear of bights of the towrope and the whiplash area if a towrope breaks.

• Suitable means of communication should be provided both between the ship towing and the ship to be towed, and between the Masters and their crews, to facilitate the relay of operational and safety instructions.

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CollisionPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels should a collision occur.

SCOPEA collision would be contact with another vessel, obstruction, dock or berth.


POLICYThe Master of the vessel will develop a vessel specific contingency plan to asses damage, minimize pollution, protect the safety of the crew and determine the seaworthiness of the vessel. Marine Operations Management will be notified as soon as practical after a collision and provided with details of the incident, (injuries, what happened, where did it happen, who was involved, how much damage to our vessel and object collided with)

PRACTICEThe contingency plan developed on board will include the following basic items:

1. Muster list with assigned duties for all personnel. • Who will close all watertight openings? • Who will locate and treat the injured? • Who will inspect the damage internally? • Who will launch the MOBIFRC to inspect outer hull damage?

2. Actions to be taken immediately • Sound emergency alarm to muster crew. Any crew missing, start search and

rescue procedures. • Establish communication with other vessel/platform/dock. • Notify other vessels in the area about the situation. If danger of pollution or

fire/explosion exists, specify a safe approach distance. • Establish a lookout. • Get overview of damage. • Determine seaworthiness of the vessel. • Determine need for assistance. • Send distress/ urgency message if needed. • Notify the office.

3. Develop a checklist for further action. • Is the vessel interlocked with the other object? • If yes, continue down, if no proceed to next heading. • Will separation increase danger of sinking to own vessel or other? • Will separation cause sparks which might ignite flammable substances? • Is there a fire on either vessel/object that could transmit to the other if not

separated?

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• Is there a danger of one or both vessel grounding due to lack of maneuverability if not separated?

4. Reduced Buoyancy • Is vessel taking on water? • May flooding be controlled by pumps? • Control flooding by trimming the vessel? • Close all watertight doors/hatches/manholes to control flooding • Consider discharging ballast and or potable water to control list! flooding • In case of doubt of ability to control flooding, all rafts, and lifesaving, equipment

should be readied. 5. Personnel.

• Names of injured and extent of injuries. • Is urgent medical care required? • If yes, activate Medivac Plan, if no proceed to next.

6. Stabilized • Are the vessel and personnel out of immediate danger? • Report to office (Initial Survey)

• Names of injured and extent of injuries. • List of other vessels assisting on site. • Is there any pollution?

• Has it been stopped? • Is pollution response in progress? • Where is the pollution coming from? • How much is estimated to have been lost? Remaining?

• What happened? • Where did the collision occur? • Details of vessel/platform/obstruction collided with. • Extent of damage to our vessel. • Extent of damage to other? • What is status of vessel at present?

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Medical EmergenciesPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in dealing with medical emergencies aboard the vessel.

SCOPEAny injury or illness requiring outside medical advice or evacuation.


POLICYThe Master of the vessel is responsible for obtaining medical advise and/or setting up a medical evacuation from the vessel. Each vessel will have a Medical Emergency Plan for their particular area of operation. The client for the vessel should have a plan that we can utilize or may be required to follow. The plan should contain at a minimum the contact numbers and order of contact for local medical advice, local client management, company management and backup numbers for these should they fail. Any injury/illness requiring evacuation will be reported to STS management as soon as practical.

PRACTICE• All Southern Transport Service vessels will have a medicine chest containing the World

Health Organization recommended items for coastal or near shore navigation depending on area of intended operation.

• The Master is responsible for maintaining an inventory of controlled substances that will be kept secure in the Master's stateroom or Hospital aboard the vessel.

• The Mate's aboard will be responsible for maintaining an inventory of medical supplies and over the counter medications as recommended.

• No controlled substances will be administered without the advice of qualified medical personnel.

• A log will be kept by the Master detailing any controlled substances administered. This will include, Name of patient, quantity dispensed, name of medication, dosage, who authorized giving it and symptoms or illness being treated.

• All Southern Transport Service personnel will be required to fill out a Form 505 Medical History upon joining a vessel. These will be maintained as confidential in a secure location by the Master, and used to assist the Master or medical personnel in assessing a patient's condition and/or treatment.

• All officers will have the medical/first aid training required by STCW '95 for their license.

• Southern Transport Service will supply a Medical Response Plan for each area of operations that is to be used by the Master of the vessel.

• Patients will be assessed prior to seeking medical advice using STS Patient Evaluation Form 504 and Form 203 Injury/Illness. These forms along with Form 505Medical History made available to person contacting medical advice.

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Illness / Injury Patient Monitoring FormName: Vessel:

Date/Time: Time of Incident / Onset of Symptoms:

Time M.O. called: Time Call is Returned:

Temp: Pulse: Resp.: B/P:

Chief complaints:

Current Medications:

Medication / Dosage per day:

History of: Yes No

High Blood Pressure?Heart Disease?Diabetes?Lung Disorders?Bleeding Disorders?Liver Problems?Kidney Problems?Previous Surgeries?

Instructions:

Medical Officer: Captain:

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Medical History FormPersonal Medical History – CONFIDENTIAL

Upon completion return to Master of the vessel.

►The information provided on this form is to be used only in emergencies.►The Master will keep it in a secured location.►This information may not be released to anyone without the employee's authorization.

► The following information is requested so that you can be cared for properly in an emergency.► This information is voluntary and strictly confidential.► NOTE: If you need more space, attach another sheet to this record.

Name: Passport No:

Date:

Birth Date: Birth Place:

Person to Contact in Case of Emergency:

Address of Emergency Contact:

Home: Work:

What is your:

Ht _____ ft _____ in Usual weight: Usual Blood Pressure:

Usual Pulse: Hair Color: Eye Color:

Family Physician: Phone:

Dentist: Phone:

Past Medical HistoryList any illness or injuries you have experienced that required the care of a Physician or hospitalization.(Include surgeries and back or joint problems). Also list the date and any long-term effects.

Illness / Injury: Date: Long term effects:

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Do you wear glasses? Contacts?

Do you carry a spare pair of glasses or contacts with you?

Medical History FormCheck if you have been treat for:

□ Alcoholism □ Cancer □ Gout□ Allergy □ Diabetes □ Heart Disease□ Asthma □ Hemophilia □ High Blood Fats□ Obesity □ Jaundice □ High Blood Pressure□ Tuberculosis □ Stroke □ Psychiatric Illness□ Other

Allergies: Do you have any allergies?

If so, please list the food, medication, insects, or substances to which you are allergic, thendescribe what they do to you:Irritant Reaction

Immunication Record:Have you had any of the following immunications? Provide day, month, and year.

No Yes Don't Know No Yes Don't KnowTetanus □ □ □ BCG (TB) □ □ □Small Pox □ □ □ Cholera □ □ □Typhoid □ □ □ Yellow Fever □ □ □Plaque □ □ □ Typhus □ □ □Hepatitis □ □ □ Other □ □ □

Blood Type: Will you volunteer as a donor? Will you permit to a blood transfusion, if needed?

Signature: Date:

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Yes □ No □ Yes □ No □

Yes □ No □

Yes □ No □

Yes □ No □Yes □ No □

In the event of a medical emergency, I hereby authorize a representative, officer, manager, or supervisor of Southern Transport Service to release the information contained herein to any doctor, registered nurse, paramedic, EMT, hospital, clinic, or medical treatment facility for the purpose of treating an injury or illness that occurs aboard a Southern Transport Service vessel.

Tropical Disturbance PreparednessPURPOSETo provide guidance to the Master and Officers of Southern Transport Service vessels in planning for Tropical Disturbance encounters.

SCOPEAny threat of Tropical Cyclone or Hurricane moving into the vessel area of operations ..


POLICYThe Master of the vessel has absolute responsibility and authority to choose his own actions in ensuring the safety of the crew and vessel.

PRACTICEGeneral:▪ Weather conditions vary with each location, and while general emergency procedures

can give guidelines on how to monitor and respond to weather developments, there is no substitute for 'Common Sense Judgment' by the Master and Client Representative.

▪ Protection of life is of utmost importance and all measures must be taken to ensure the safety of our personnel.

▪ Actions may be prioritized as follows: ▪ Protect lives both on the vessel and in the environment. ▪ Protect the vessel. ▪ Protect equipment ▪ Arrange to return to normal operations as soon as possible after hurricane has

passed. ▪ Always allow sufficient time margin to permit securing of vessel and in sea equipment.

The following mariner's handbooks and publications should be consulted for detailed description and monitoring of the development of hurricanes and recommended maneuvers to avoid it.

The Mariners HandbookUS Coast Guard pilot British Admiralty Routing Charts and Pilot Charts West Indies Pilot British Admiralty list of radio signals STS SOP manual

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Monitoring:▪ During normal operations, no action is required other than to obtain weather

information from:▪ Client Vessel or Rig ▪ Marine control (Mexico) ▪ Television (as available) ▪ Navtex ▪ VHF ▪ SSB ▪ STS Office

▪ Any Operations personnel in the STS office can forward via e-mail the latest updates from the following web pages upon request. Once the tropical disturbance is within 800 miles of a vessels location, STS Operations will begin e-mailing updates to effected vessels on a twice-daily basis, 0830, and 1730, until the threat passes. ▪ http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/

▪ The development of a tropical storm should be monitored closely with special emphasis on: ▪ Movement of the center, both speed and direction relative to the prospect. ▪ The extent of the wind and sea / swell regime ▪ Air pressure and wind speed / direction development at the prospect.

▪ The Master should review the situation with the Client representative to ensure that the operation can be suspended at short notice.

▪ Any decision to secure the vessel and depart the work location should be made by the Master in consultation with STS Operations and Client Representative on site. Once the decision is made to depart, the Master shall e-mail his intended escape plan, much the same as a passage plan, to STS Operations and the Client Representative. It is recommended that the vessel escape plan include a port of safe harbor if the "likely" path of the storm will pass to the East or well to the West of this port Updates of position and vessel status will be sent via e-mail or telephoned in on a 12-hour schedule. If a 12 hour update is missed and no communication is established, STS Operations will initiate the Emergency Response Plan to include Search and Rescue with appropriate authorities in the area.

Vessel ActionsHurricane Position Action > 1200 nm Monitor Hurricane path and development.

Operations continue.

1200 nm to 800 nm Secure loose items, No further deployment of in sea equipment. Shore rep / STS Ops Mgr informed of situation.

800 nm to 600 nm Submit Escape Plan to STS and Client.

< 600 nm Vessels head to sheltered position or safe harbor and maintains 12 hour communication with office.

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Vessel in Port ▪ Landfall "unlikely" to pose a problem: ▪ Monitor the storm as at sea. ▪ Secure loose items. ▪ Continue operations ▪ Prepare for going to sea as soon as threat passes and is well away from work

location offshore.▪ Landfall "likely" to pose a problem: ▪ If threat is far enough away, stop all operations and prepare vessel for sea. ▪ If threat is too close to safely get to sea and navigate well clear of the path of the

storm: ▪ Request "Safe Haven" from the port authorities and notify STS and Client of

situation. ▪ Monitor the path of the storm, expected landfall time, and predicted tidal surge. ▪ Stop all operations in sufficient time to secure the vessel properly. ▪ Fender both sides of the vessel if available. ▪ Use all available means to secure vessel to berth, mooring lines, wire rope, etc. ▪ All available crew on standby during storm. ▪ Generators, main engines, and bow thruster to be running during storm. •

▪ After the storm has passed: ▪ Asses any damage to the vessel and report to the office as soon as possible status

of the crew and vessel. ▪ Contact local port authorities on the harbor and entrance channel conditions. ▪ Do not attempt to depart port until harbor authorities have determined it safe to do

so. It is likely that the channel water depths have changed, buoys will be off location and obstructions may litter the area.

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