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During loading and discharging of tank vessels, a warning placard carrying letters not less than 2 inches high on a contrasting background shall be displayed near the gangway. This placard shall state as follows:
1. WARNING
2. NO OPEN LIGHTS – NO SMOKING
3. NO VISITORS
At least two placards reading “DANGER – KEEP AWAY” in letters not less than 6 inches in height on a contrasting background shall be located on offshore side of vessel transferring flammable liquids, combustible liquids, products or Class 1 and 2 liquefied petroleum gases, in such a position that placards may be readily seen by approaching craft. Only one such sign shall be required for barges. Such signs shall be furnished by the terminal at which the vessel is moored.
At least one member of the crew of a crewed tank vessel barge shall be on board at all times except when the vessel is gas-free or is moored at a dock or terminal at which guard service is provided, or unless reasonable precautions are taken to prevent unauthorized persons from boarding the barge.
The Terminal Superintendent shall cause the appropriate fire station of the Los Angeles Fire Department to be notified by telephone that the terminal and vessel have complied with all the regulations of the Declaration of Inspection and both are ready to be inspected for commencement of transfer operations. Operations shall not begin without specific permission from the Chief. Prior to starting pumps for transfer operations, the Master or the responsible tank vessel officer and the Terminal Superintendent shall confer together to determine that all requirements have been met for safe transfer operations aboard the vessel and on the terminal premises.
Before beginning any transfer operations, the Master or responsible tank vessel officer shall certify in writing to the Terminal Superintendent, on forms provided by the Chief, that:
1. The tank vessel carries a valid certificate as required by Federal law for tank vessels engaged in transportation of petroleum products;
2. The requirements of this article relating to the operation and maintenance of tank vessels while in the Los Angeles Harbor have been complied with; and
3. The Master or responsible tank vessel officer will, on request, give the Terminal Superintendent the opportunity to satisfy the Terminal Superintendent that the condition of the vessel is as stated in the certification.
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