when dealing with bagged cargo:
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Rice should only be filled into clean and dry bags
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All bags should be the same size to prevent shortage claims later
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The bags must be kept in a dry condition at all times. Additional waterproof material should be used to protect the bags if stored in an open area prior to loading
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As the bags used are typically white coloured, damage to the cargo is easily detectable as dark stains appear on the bags in the event of damage. Therefore, simple visual quality inspections of the cargo to eliminate loading of all damaged, cut/ torn and heavily stained bags is a simple loss prevention technique that should be applied
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Spare empty bags should be kept on board to fill with sweepings in case the bags tear or get damaged during discharge
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Surveyors should be appointed to supervise the loading and discharging operations and prevent stevedore theft of the cargo facilitating by cutting the bags
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Ensure individuals bags are counted during the tallying process, and not just the slings