Fumigation

Question 1

Chemicals

Answer 1

Metal bromide

Phosphine, hydrogen phosphide

Question 2

Procedure

Answer 2

Gas free cert 
Fumigator
2 nominated crew safety representatives
Sealed, access points
Notify discharge port

Question 3

General

Answer 3

Recommendations on the safe use of pesticides on ships
Medical first aid guide for use in accidents involving dangerous goods MFAG
Must inform port 24 hours in advance
Must test accommodation and work areas regulary, if they exceed threshold limit value they must be evacuated
If ventilating at sea, strong cross wind ideal, avoid gas entering accommodation
Personnel employed in opening hatches should wear respirators and the area should be checked for gas concentrations, with readings recorded in the log
Discharge should be carried out by mechanical means. If anyone is required to enter the hold and at the completion of discharge, it should be checked for gas concentrations and respirators should be worn if required
Every step in the fumigation process, including instrument readings obtained when required, should be recorded in the vessel’s log book
2 safety representatives delegated, training received.
Gas masks provided and testing devices, must be trained in use of both
Accommodation spaces tested at least every eight hours
No go areas with signage