National Ports Act, 2005 (Act No. 12 of 2005)

Rules

Ports Rules

Chapter 5 : Working of Vessels and Dangerous and Flammable Goods Handling

Part A : Working of Vessels

102. Recovery of cargo or vessel's gear that has fallen overboard
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(1) The master of the vessel must immediately cause the cargo or vessel's gear that has fallen overboard to be recovered as soon as is reasonably possible.

 

(2) The master of the vessel must abide by the Harbour Master's directives regarding the recovery.

 

(3) If the vessel fails to recover the cargo or vessel's gear that has fallen overboard, the Harbour Master may direct another person to recover it, and the owner ox master of a vessel will be liable for the costs associated with the recovery of the cargo or vessel's gear that has fallen overboard.

 

(4) The terminal operator or any port service provider must ensure that any cargo, cargo handling or packing materials or oil-spills that have fallen on the quayside or terminal of any part of the port are removed, failing which the Harbour Master may arrange for its removal at the expense of the responsible person.