In case of a damage in fuel tank, there is possibility of oil spill.
SOPEP to be activated:
Transfer fuel from damaged tank to other tank.
Report to the appropriate authority.
Obtain shore’s assistance to control spillage.
Contain by booms/ mooring ropes, if the situation permits, by rescue boat.
Use oil dispersal upon shore’s permission.
Clean up oil if situation permits.
In case of oil spill or FO tank damage, there is a subsequent risk of fire:
Prepare fire fighting teams ready to fight fire.
Remove all combustible materials from the scene.
Fight fire if there is any.
Repair of damage:
Proceed to port of refuge or next port for repair.
Follow port of refuge procedures.
Gas free the tank.
Shift cargo/ combustible materials from adjacent tanks and holds.
Prepare fire fighting equipments to fight probable fire.
