OUTLINE: This circular refers to Circular 18/13 United States Vessel Response Plans. Copies of the appropriate MSRC and NRC contracts are attached as PDFs to the website version of this circular. US Coast Guard has issued a set of FAQs on Non Tank Vessel Response Plans (NTVRP).
US Coast Guard: Nontank Vessel Response Plans - Frequently Asked Questions - December 2nd 2013
05/12/2013
The US Coast Guard has published a booklet of FAQs titled "Nontank Vessel Response Plans (NTVRP) - Frequently Asked Questions - December 02, 2013". The FAQs are attached here in PDF format. They can also be viewed in the "
Owners of non-tank vessels calling at US ports will be required to submit their Vessel Response Plan (VRP) by 30th January 2014. This new requirement is being reviewed by the International Group and a more detailed circular will be issued in due course.
Advisory on Final Rule relating to Nontank Vessel Response Plan requirements confirms 30 January 2014 VRP submission date.
Cargo pre-loading surveys
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Fresh fruit and vegetables
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Fumigation of ships and their cargoes
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Hydrogen Sulphide
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Lashing and securing deck cargoes
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Meat and meat products in containers
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Palletised cargoes
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Photography
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Radioactive cargoes
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Steel hatchcovers
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