Perishable Products Export Control Act, 1983 (Act No. 9 of 1983)RegulationsRegulations relating to the Export of Perishable Products, 1983Chapter II : Loading and Carrying InstructionsPart V : Container Ships with Centralised Refrigeration SystemSection I : Inspection of Reefer and Fruit Containers |
| 44. | All fruit and reefer containers shall be cleaned to the satisfaction of the Board and shall, before loading, be subjected to inspection by a representative of the Board. |
External Condition
45.
| (1) | The container frame shall be sound to the satisfaction of the Board. |
| (2) | The external panels of no containers shall be damaged in such manner as to affect a proper temperature control within such container. |
| (3) | The doors of each container shall seal correctly and be airtight without the need for excessive force of the locking handles. |
| (4) | The seal toggle of each container shall be in proper working order. |
| (5) | The vent closure valves of each container shall open positively when the locking mechanism is released. |
| (6) | The air coupling contact surfaces of each container shall be smooth. |
| (7) | No pop-rivets shall be allowed on contact surfaces and no scored or damaged contact surface shall be allowed. |
Internal Condition
46.
| (1) | The inside of all containers, including those of the styrene monomer type, shall be free of any odour. |
| (2) | The side panels and floors of each container shall be free of any forms of foreign matter - dust, powder, tar or grease. |
| (3) | The ‘T’ floor sections of each container shall be in good condition so as not to present any ragged edges to the cargo, or obstruct the airflow at floor level. |
| (4) | The air plenum spaces behind the hinged panels at the rear of each container shall be clean and clear of any obstructions, and the said panels shall be dogged securely into the vertical position prior to loading. |
| (5) | The insulation panels of no container shall be damaged. |
| (6) | Each container shall be dry. |