Well recorded checks and tests for cargo worthiness provide valuable evidence for the Member and Club in defending cargo claims. In addition to well ordered, contemporary and illustrated written records, this entered vessel has the dates of latest tests for weathertightness stencilled on the cargo hold hatch covers. This will assist in raising crew awareness to the necessity of performing these important tests on a scheduled and pre-loading basis and display to all concerned the Owners exercise of due diligence to make the ship seaworthy.