Mimasaka’s cargo securing manual did not contain any information relating to the stowage and securing of timber veneer.
The cargo securing manual has been updated to include guidance on stowage and securing of deck veneer cargo
The ATSB has been advised that this item is the responsibility of the ship’s owner and, as such, this safety action should be directed to the owners of the vessel and not NYK-Hinode Line.
However, the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has advised the ATSB that the ship was detained in Brisbane and subsequently released from detention when its procedures for cargo securing and its cargo securing manual were updated to provide guidance for the stowage and securing of timber veneer deck cargo.
Given the information provided by AMSA, the ATSB is satisfied that the action taken in regard to updating the cargo securing manual adequately addresses this safety issue.
