Emergency procedures, Fire in port

Emergency Procedures

In port, most of the actions taken at sea also apply.

Sound alarm (advice Master and officer on watch)
Stop cargo operations
Muster alarm list to be followed and operation centre to be established
Notify terminal, and if relevant, request external extinguishing help
close doors and stop ventilation
Localize fire and notify personnel concerned with the seat of fire
Identify cargo, dangerous cargo and substances in the vicinity
Analyse method of extinguishing
If necessary consider evacuation of vessel and prepare all documents to be saved
Message to be sent to the Company and if required to any other third parties (e.g. the P & I Club, Hull underwriters, receiver of cargo, etc. If the Company hasn't done so yet)
Once extinguished, message to all parties contacted
Enter all measures and actions taken in logbook