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BUNBURY PORT AUTHORITY INFORMATION GUIDE 1 .

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2 BUNBURY PORT AUTHORITY INFORMATION GUIDE

Emergency Phone Numbers It is anticipated that whatever the source of the alarm in the port, the Chief Executive Officer and the

Harbour Master will be informed.

The Harbour Master is responsible for Management of Oil Pollution Control within the port and

should be the first point of contact. Other emergency numbers are as follows.

Phone Mobile

Security 08 9729 7060 0417 297 060

Bunbury Port Authority 08 9729 7020 Police 08 9722 2111, 000 Fire Brigade 08 9721 4644, 000 Ambulance 08 9791 1111, 000

State Emergency Service 08 9791 6000 Manager 0438 422 598

Department for Transport 08 9792 6666 (Marine) Regional Manager 0408 913 109

Bunbury Lifeboat/Sea Rescue 08 9722 2111 Police Contact 0418 926 442

Customs 9792 6800 Quarantine 08 9791 4787 Taxi 131 008

BPA OFFICE PHONE NUMBERS

Phone Fax Mobile Email

BPA Administration Office 08 9729 7020 08 9721 8253 [email protected]

Chief Executive Officer 08 9729 7020 0404 860 204 [email protected]

Harbour Master 08 9729 7020 0417 934 670 [email protected]

Duty Pilot 08 9729 7027 [email protected]

Port Superintendent 08 9729 7020 0412 100 583 [email protected]

Environmental Officer 08 9729 7020 0418 932 006 [email protected]

BPA & SERVICE PROVIDERS PHONE NUMBERS

Phone Fax Mobile

POAGS Office (Labour roster/shipping)

08 9791 5992 08 9791 5993 0412 715 930

Berth 1 08 9791 4941 Berth 4 (Alcoa) Operator 08 9721 9145 0404 800 319

Berth 5 08 9721 1970 Berth 6 (Worsley) 08 9781 2650 08 9781 2601 0437 418 110

Berth 8 08 9791 5510 Pilot Boat Jetty (Duty Skipper) 0409 924 211

WAPRES Entrance 08 9721 7411


Table of Contents

PAGE NUMBER

EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS .......................................................................................2

FROM THE CEO................................................................................................................................6

BUNBURY PORT AUTHORITY...............................................................................................7 Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 7

Mission Statement ................................................................................................................................ 7

Corporate Objectives ....................................................................................................................... 7-9

NOTIFICATION OF ALL SERVICES (PILOTS, TUGS, PILOT BOAT, MANNING CREW & LINESBOAT .........................................................................................9

CORPORATE STRUCTURE......................................................................................................10

GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................... 11

Location ...............................................................................................................................................11

Zone Time...........................................................................................................................................11

Summer Time .....................................................................................................................................11

Port Boundaries (Limits) ...................................................................................................................11

Holidays ...............................................................................................................................................11

Workforce ...........................................................................................................................................11

Managing Authority ...........................................................................................................................11

Stevedoring/Mooring ........................................................................................................................11

SITE MAP............................................................................................................................................ 12

MARITIME SECURITY AND SAFETY............................................................................. 13

BERTH DETAILS AND PLANS ............................................................................................ 14

Number 1 Berth .................................................................................................................................14

Site Plan Berth 1 & Berth 2 .......................................................................................................15

Number 2 Berth .................................................................................................................................17

Number 3 Berth .................................................................................................................................18

Site Plan .................................................................................................................................. 19-20

Number 4 Berth .................................................................................................................................21

Site Plan .................................................................................................................................. 22-24

Number 5 Berth .................................................................................................................................25

Site Plan and Shiploader ....................................................................................................... 26-29

Number 6 Berth .................................................................................................................................30

Site Plan .................................................................................................................................. 31-33

Number 8 Berth ........................................................................................................................... 34-35

Site Plan .................................................................................................................................. 36-37

CARGO INFORMATION ..................................................................................................... 38-41 Cargo Commodities ...................................................................................................................... 38

Details of the Major Cargoes ..................................................................................................... 39


UNDER KEEL CLEARANCES ............................................................................................... 42

Weather Information .................................................................................................................... 42

Changes In Water Level............................................................................................................... 42 Surveyors .......................................................................................................................................... 43

Portable Gangways ........................................................................................................................ 43

Access ................................................................................................................................................ 43

Private Weighbridges .................................................................................................................... 43

Fresh Water...................................................................................................................................... 43 Providores ........................................................................................................................................ 43

Garbage ............................................................................................................................................. 43

Sewerage ........................................................................................................................................... 43

Seafarers Club ................................................................................................................................. 43

Taxis ................................................................................................................................................... 43 Telephone......................................................................................................................................... 43

Port Limits ....................................................................................................................................... 43

Pilot Boarding ................................................................................................................................. 43

Anchorages ...................................................................................................................................... 43

CHANNELS........................................................................................................................................ 44

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES .............................................................................................. 45

PORT OPERATIONS.................................................................................................................... 47

Appointment of a Ship’s Agent ................................................................................................. 47

Electronic Lodgement of Data by Agents ............................................................................. 47

Ships Estimated Time of Arrival............................................................................................... 47 Flying of Flags and National Colours...................................................................................... 47

Port Communications (Mobile Phone) ................................................................................... 47

Vessel Berthing Priority ............................................................................................................... 47

Pilotage .............................................................................................................................................. 49

Pilot Boarding Arrangements..................................................................................................... 49 Hydrographic References ............................................................................................................ 49

Arrival Drafts .................................................................................................................................. 49

Moorings........................................................................................................................................... 49

Towage .............................................................................................................................................. 50

Line Boats......................................................................................................................................... 50 Tide Gauge....................................................................................................................................... 50

Bunbury Sea Rescue Group........................................................................................................ 50

Oil Spills............................................................................................................................................ 50

Oily Water and Waste Disposal................................................................................................. 50

Public Jetty and BPA Service Jetty ........................................................................................... 50

CUSTOMS AND QUARANTINE REQUIREMENTS............................................... 51

QUARANTINE NOTICE .......................................................................................................... 51

PILOT LADDER DIAGRAM .................................................................................................... 52


PORT OF BUNBURY BERTHING PLAN ....................................................................... 53

CARGO PLAN.................................................................................................................................... 54

PILOT SHIP SAFETY CHECKLIST..................................................................................... 55

SHIP SAFETY/SHORE CHECKLIST ........................................................................... 56-57

SAFETY CLOTHING AND FOOTWEAR......................................................................... 58

APPLICATION FOR BERTH SERVICES AND CLEARANCES ......................... 59

BUNBURY PORT INNER HARBOUR (DIAGRAM) WALKWAYS .................... 60

BUNBURY PORT OUTER HARBOUR (DIAGRAM) WALKWAYS ....................61

BUNBURY PORT CHART VIEW .......................................................................................... 62

INNER HARBOUR STRUCTURE PLAN ......................................................................... 63

PORT DETAILS ............................................................................................................................... 64

NOTICES TO MARINERS ........................................................................................................ 64

Warning, Disclaimer and Release (a) In this clause:

(i) Information means this document and its contents; and (ii) Recipient means any recipient (by any means) of the Information.

(b) The Information is for the assistance of the Recipient only and Bunbury Port Authority:

(i) does not represent that the Information is accurate and complete; and

(ii) warns the Recipient that the Information may have been prepared without any particular standard of care and may

contain material which has not been audited or verified and may contain inaccuracies or omissions.

(c) The Recipient acknowledges and agrees that Bunbury Port Authority is not liable to the Recipient or any other person in

relation to the reliance on or the use of the Information by the Recipient or any other person.

(d) The Recipient releases Bunbury Port Authority to the fullest extent permitted by law from claims, demands, debts,

accounts, expenses, costs, liens, actions, suits, proceedings and arbitration of any nature, which the Recipient has or may

have against Bunbury Port Authority arising from, incidental to, or by virtue of the reliance on or the use of the

Information by the Recipient or any other person.


From the CEO

PORT INFORMATION GUIDE

This information guide has been developed to

provide current and future port users with

information on the infrastructure, services and

facilities available in the Bunbury Port. The guide

also identifies Customs' requirements, procedures

and forms that need to be completed to allow the

service to be provided in an efficient and effective

manner.

It is important to note that the information is “a

guide only” and if any clarification is required, that

the appropriate person is contacted. This will avoid

misunderstandings and problems occurring at a

later stage.

Circumstances may arise which are outside the

control of the Authority that may have an impact

on service delivery. In such circumstances where

this may impact our customers, the Authority will

ensure that notifications are made known to the

relevant person as soon as possible.

The information guide is a living document and it

will be necessary to make changes from time to

time to reflect changing circumstances in the port,

not only operational, but also legal and

environmental. The Authority welcomes your

input and advice on areas of the information guide

and service delivery which can be improved.

It is the objective of the Bunbury Port Authority to

service the needs of customers as promptly,

effectively and competitively as possible, this guide

is an aid towards this objective.

Kevin Schellack

Chief Executive Officer


Bunbury Port Authority

Introduction Bunbury is the second largest city in Western Australia

and is the centre for the South West region as an industrial, tourism and commercial base. It is 180

kilometres from Perth (approximately 2 hours by car) which connects with international and domestic

destinations.

The townsite was declared in 1836 and now has a population of 33,979 within the Bunbury City and

82,843 within the greater Bunbury area.

General The Bunbury Port Authority is an Authority

established under the Port Authorities Act 1999. It is responsible to and reports to the Minister for

Transport. The Port is a pivot point for world wide distribution of products from the South West of Australia. Good rail and road links enable the Port to capitalise on cargo throughput and the strategic location provides a natural distribution point which embraces mining, manufacturing, agricultural and pastoral areas. Trade grew to 13.9 million tonnes in 2009/10. A number of passenger vessels have made visits and the Port has the potential to become a container location.

Mission Statement “To contribute to the economic growth and

development of the South West region of Western

Australia by facilitating trade in a commercial,

efficient and sustainable manner.”

Within the focus of sustainable development the role

of the Bunbury Port is to operate an efficient and competitive port and to ensure that goods are moved

reliably, efficiently and effectively between sea and land transport.

Corporate Objectives The corporate objectives of the Authority are categorized into six main activity areas, which are;

• Customer Focus • Financial Performance • Environmental Focus • Productivity Improvement • Community Relations • Safety

Customer Focus

• Ensure the provision of efficient port facilities and services to meet customer needs.

• Establish partnerships and alliances in response to customer needs.

• Ensure Government and community expectations are considered in port planning and development.

• Manage and monitor service provision contracts for the benefit of customers.

• Competitive and benchmarked port charges, which are clearly understood by users and stakeholders.

• Improve two way communication with our users, community and stakeholders including Government agencies.

• Equitable port charging regimes.

Financial Performance

• Be financially self-sufficient and viable on a commercial basis over the long term.

• Ensure that capital expenditure and major maintenance is financially justified, properly planned and funded.

• Provide the long term hurdle rate of return while keeping customer costs to a competitive level.

• Ensure financial management of the port is aligned with the State’s budgetary policies.

• Monitor financial performance through appropriate metrics.

Environmental Focus

• Promote, plan and develop the port in an environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the region, industry and customers.

• Improve environmental research and monitoring to pro-actively manage plan and develop the port in an environmentally sustainable manner.

• Improve consultation and communication with key stakeholders as part of the port’s environmental management strategy.

• Ensure port operations are managed to reduce environmental impact on surrounding marine, terrestrial and community areas.

• Acquire land for port expansions and community buffer needs.


Productivity Improvements

• Provide a safe working environment and provide training and development for employees to enhance productivity, efficiency and safety.

• Improve partnering and working relations with suppliers and encourage through contract negotiation the implementation of cost efficient service providers.

• Maintain a continual improvement approach to operational performance.

• Improve productivity where possible to minimize ship and cargo costs.

• Encourage responsible Authorities to provide an efficient land transport system to and from the port.

• Maintain and sustain harmonious workplace relations.

Community Relations

• Work through the Port Community Liaison Committee to address and improve Port/ Community communication in port planning, development and operations.

• Respond to genuine community concerns to address impacts from port operations.

• Within budget limitations provide regional sponsorship for eligible community projects.

• Recognise that the Port serves the regional community and that the opportunity for community feedback is provided at a regional level.

Safety

• Eliminate as far as possible hazards in the workplace.

• Develop, maintain and implement a safety management system based upon the State Government “Worksafe Plan”.

• Provide appropriate training for employees

We are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for employees, leasees, contractors and vistors to the Port. We will implement and monitor safety and health policies through a consultative process in accordance with statutory obligations and good safety management practices. Our consultative process extends to and includes P&O Ports and our leasees. All employees, contractors and leasees share responsibility for workplace safety and health.

The fore mentioned are expected to comply with safe work practices, report any potential hazards and accidents and make suggestions for improving safety and health standards at the Port.

Corporate Values

To support the Authority’s objectives the Board has also approved the following ethos and values for the organization.

• Safety and environment (continuous improvement within the workplace, within the port environment)

• Respect (for our staff, customers, our fellow Board members, our shareholder and the communities within which we operate)

• Honesty (integrity, trust and fairness)

• Adding value to the sustainable economic development of the State in particular the South West.

• Progress through partnering (with our shareholder, staff, customers, service providers and communities within which we operate

Functions and Responsibilities of the Authority

The Port Authorities Act (1999) outlines the general functions and responsibilities of the Port which include:

a) Be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the port.

b) Facilitate trade within and through the port and plan for future growth and development of the port.

c) Undertake or arrange for activities that will encourage and facilitate the development of trade and commerce generally for the economic benefit of the State through the use of the port and related facilities.

d) Be responsible for the maintenance and preservation of vested property and other property held by the Authority; and

e) Protect the environment of the port and minimise the impact of port activities on that environment.

Management of the Port The Board of the Bunbury Port is the body responsible and accountable for to the Minister for Transport for the performance of functions, establishment of policies and generally controlling the affairs of the Authority. A code of conduct has been developed and applied to Directors and all employees of the Authority. In addition, Corporate Governance principles which include assessment on Board effectiveness have been implemented as Board policy.


Port Community Liaison Committee

- Work through the Port Community Liaison Committee to address and improve Port/ Community communication in port planning, development and operations.

- Recognise that the Port serves the regional community and that the opportunity feedback is provided at a regional level.

Port Development

The Inner Harbour Structure Plan has been developed

to provide direction for the plans which will shape the Port and its interaction with the community over the

next 30 years.

Community input to the plan has been achieved through public meetings and the plan has produced

concepts for various port perimeter buffers allowing enhanced public use of the space and various port

“zones” where environmental considerations will

determine the Port use for the area.

The Authority will continue to pursue opportunities

when they arise with a view to establishing a regular container service through the Port of Bunbury.

There are significant economic benefits to the South

West Region that can flow from a Bunbury based container service, especially in relation to land

transport costs to and from Fremantle for regional importers and exporters.

Port Users' Group

The Port User Committeee is the Authority’s formal interaction with customers and other stakeholder representatives. It provides a forum for the Authority and its customers to consult regularly on major issues affecting the port and to work jointly to improve services and operations within the port.

Notification of all Services (Pilots, Tugs, Piot Boat, Manning Crew and Linesboat

All bookings are made through the Duty Pilot (08 9729 7027). NB: As all services require either 2 or 6 hours notice, consideration must be given to the time taken for the Duty Pilot to call each service provider and still keep within the 2 hours notice requirement.

0600-1600

• Service to be booked by 1530 previous day. • A minimum of 2 hours notice required for changes to existing bookings and a minimum of 6 hours notice required for a new booking if the new booking is for the same day.

• All new bookings will attract a fee of $688 for mooring crew only. This is subject to change. Check the website for further information. NB: A vessel failing survey and moving to a new berth the same day is considered a new booking.

1600-2200

• No new bookings taken (if required extra charges apply for all services).

• Changes to existing bookings require minimum 2 hours notice.

2200-0600

• No new bookings taken.

• Changes to any existing bookings require minimum 2 hours notice and will incur charges from all services.

FOR MOORING CHARGES ONLY (the following applies) All vessels booked only have the initial booking and 2

changes. A full mooring cancellation fee will apply to the fourth booking and following changes.

All Port Users are allowed four new same day

bookings per month at $688, after giving the required

6 hour notice, after that a full cancellation fee will apply to all new bookings within that month. (Fees

may change - please check website for latest charges)


Corporate Structure

orporate Str


General

Location Latitude 33º 19’ S

Longitude 115º 38’ E

Zone Time UTC + 8 hours

Port Boundaries (Limits) Ref chart AUS 115

Boundaries altered in accordance with Port Authorities Act (1999).

Holidays Closed Port days for stevedoring and mooring operations is only on Christmas Day excluding

ALCOA and Worsley berths. Four and six

respectively. (Best endeavours only for berths

four and six.)

Managing Authority

Bunbury Port Authority

Street Address:

54 Casuarina Drive,

BUNBURY WA 6230

Postal Address:

PO Box 4,

BUNBURY WA 6231

Telephone: +61 8 9729 7020

Facsimile: +61 8 9721 8253

Web Site: www.byport.com.au

Email: [email protected]

Web Page: www.byport.com.au

Chief Executive Officer

[email protected]

Pilots

[email protected]

Shipping Officer

[email protected]

For all other email addresses please visit the

the BPA website.

Stevedoring/Mooring

Stevedoring of vessels is the responsibility of POAGS (they have an exclusive contract for

stevedoring in the port excluding Berth 5).

Alcoa and Worsley Alumina conduct their own operations for alumina exports and the

importation of Caustic Soda which are situated

at Berth 4 and 6 in the Inner Harbour.

Mooring/unmooring of vessels at all berths is

conducted by POAGS.

Note: The pilots are employed by the

Bunbury Port Authority.

Web Site: The Bunbury Port Authority operates and maintains an up to date web site providing real

time information covering shipping

movements, current tenders on offer, cargo

statistics, pilotage and navigation information, details of all berths, Port views, email

addresses and the people, guest book and other

information (www.byport.com.au).


Maritime Security and Safety

Reference:

Maritime Transport and Offshore Facilities Security Act 2003 and the Maritime Transport and Offshore Security regulations 2003 (the regulations)

Approving Body: Australian Government’s, ‘Department of Infrastructure and Transport ’ (DOIT).

The Maritime Security Code known as the ISPS Code (International Ship and Port Security Code) came into effect on the 1 July 2004. It has been implemented to strengthen the security of the maritime industry. It is being continuously refined, in relation to international requirements, Australia’s domestic needs for port and ships, and practical experience.

The maritime industry participants who must have an approved security plan in force are:

• Operators of security regulated ports

• Operators of facilities at security regulated ports

• Providers of services at security regulated ports and related parties

• Regulated Australian Ships

Each ship calling at the Port of Bunbury requires an

approved security plan including security records

which identifies its security measures dependent on various security levels, and would have been issued

with a compliant ISSC (International Ship Security Certificate). It is an offence not to have these

provisions in accordance with the IMO and

Australian law, and the vessel would be subject to a compliance order or a control direction(s). A

regulated Australian ship or international ship is:-

• A passenger ship; or

• A cargo ship of 500 or more tons; or

• A mobile offshore drilling unit

The master of a foreign ship intending to call at

the Port of Bunbury as a first Australian port is required to provide pre-arrival information including; details of the ship’s ISSC, the ship’s

security level and the past 10 ports of call.

The Australian Customs Service would normally do the first boarding and inspection.

Zones

Within the Port of Bunbury there are controlled

zones which require additional security and safety considerations. Australia has introduced Maritime

Security Identification Card (MSIC) as from the 1st January, 2007. Personnel operating or unescorted

within these security zones need as a minimum to

hold a MSIC.

Furthermore, all port personnel need to have been inducted (familiarised with the Port’s safety

requirements) and entered on the Port’s register as being entitled to enter the security zones.

Crew members moving within the Port security area of Bunbury must have as a minimum their ship’s identification card for restricted areas. Means of travel are by taxi, seafarers bus, accompanied by the ships agent or via the approved walkways for pedestrians.

Security Officer

Rob Liley Email: [email protected]

Phone: (08) 9729 7020 Mobile: 0417 934 670


Berth Details (Refer Site Map)

Outer Harbour

Number 1 Berth (Length 184m) Mineral Sands

Berth depth of water is 9.1m at datum. This is a land backed facility connecting to Berth 2, operated by the Port Authority. A travelling gantry loader is employed for the loading of mineral sand at a rate of approximately 800 tonnes per hour for vessels up to Panamax class with a length of 225m and beam of 32.2m. The controlling sailing draft for vessels at this berth is 8.8m plus tide. The length of travel of the loader is 134m.

The berth has horizontal rubber fenders 3m above chart datum.The air draught for vessels working at this berth is 14m at datum. Height of wharf decking above datum is 3.66m.

The minimum tie-up for vessels is three head and stern lines and two springs each end. However, there are storm bollards strategically placed to avoid vessels being blown off the berth in strong winds particularly from the west south west. This may necessitate additional lines at each end.

The springs should be such that they avoid the vessel ranging up and down the berth in swell conditions (must be kept tight).

Deep draft vessels intending to come alongside this berth need to have a minimum underkeel clearance of 5% of 8.8m plus the next predicted low water height of tide. At the Harbour Master’s discretion vessels greater than 210m in length may be restricted to daylight berthing only.

When vessels plan to exceed 9m the Harbour Master / Duty Pilot prepares a draft table tabulated hourly which determines what draft the vessel can load to. This is normally 8.8m plus tide. To maximise the draft of a vessel the Harbour Master will give advice on its use.

Vessels expecting to load to the tide must sail 11/4 hours before the highest high water for the day to allow sufficient safety margin.

A shore gangway may be required for loading very long ships, check with Harbour Master. Reasonable advance notice for power is required.

Shore Telephone

4 berth face connections by arrangement with Telstra

Personal Protection Equipment Berth 1 is regarded as a minesite where personal protection equipment must be worn at all times (PPE) on the wharf (safety clothing, hard hat, safety boots and safety spectacles).


Number 2 Berth (Length 184m)

Dangerous Goods and Tanker Berth/ General Cargo

This is also a land backed, general purpose facility

which is primarily used for the importation of Methanol. However, it can be used for laying-up

vessels or conducting interim repairs. Dependent on the vessel, the maximum draft for vessels head-in is

7.5m forward and 8m aft.

Designed primarily for the handling of Methanol for Dynea Industries by pipeline through a (6”) 150mm

diameter coupling or manifold and a nominal OD of

168.3mm. These vessels normally berth starboard side to.

There are six storage tanks with a maximum capacity of 7000 tonnes. The reception pumping rate is normally around 250 tonnes/hour. The berth is particularly suitable for vessels with low freeboards as sea timber fenders run the full length

of the wharf.

Height of wharf decking above datum is 3.66m. The

fenders are vertical sea timber faced to within 1m of chart datum.

These two outer harbour berths can be affected

by swell, particularly during the winter months.

Berth 2 Shore Power Sources

Berth face power outlets One of: 63 Amp – 3 phase

– 5 pin at Bollard 14

-15 Amp – single phase – 3 pin

Berths 1 and 2 Axle Loadings See PWD drawing 53923-9-2 Stacked Loads

• On wharf deck 3400kg/m2

• Rear wharf 4900kg/m2 Crane and Shiploader Loads

• Crane 33,750kg/wheel Crane Loads

• 6-10 tonne mobile crane with jib

• 15,000kg/Jacked point with at least a 3m spread.

Berth 2 Heavy Road Vehicles 36 tonne low loader Prime mover 1100kg each tyre + Low Loader 1900kg for each additional tyre

Berth 2 Standard Truck Loading Designed for standard MS 18 truck 14,700kg Aggr. loads on dual wheel tandem axles.

Berth 2 Berthing Load

20,000 tonnes vessel at 0.15m/s 50% of berthing load absorbed by structure.

Personal Protection Equipment:

Initially contact the berth operator to clarify what equipment must be worn. Specifically, personal protection equipment must be worn (PPE) when entering or working in these areas. This includes approved hard hat, high visibility vest, (shirt or coat), safety footwear, spectacles and gloves where appropriate.


Inner Harbour

The depth of water in the Inner Harbour is designed at 12.2m and the deepest permissible draft for vessels is 11.6m. However, the Inner Harbour makes use of an (Active) Dynamic Underkeel Clearance Programme which can allow vessels to load beyond 11.6m draft using the Dynamic Underkeel Clearance Programme working on a static clearance of 60cm.

Height of wharf decking above datum is 3.66m for all berths excluding Berth 6 which is 5.22m.

Number 3 Berth (Length 381m) – Woodchips

Berth depth of water is 12.2m at datum.

Air draught is 21.0m for vessels coming alongside when the loader is in the stowed position and the maximum clearance for the bottom end of loader chute is 17.0m above chart datum for the fixed loader.

Height of wharf decking above datum is 3.66m.

This is primarily a specialised woodchip loading facility with a fixed mechanical loader operated by WAPRES. The facility is rated at 1000 tonnes per hour.

Woodchip vessels require extra long springs on the opposite side to their own conveyor belt to enable them to shift ship with the minimum of delay during the loading along a series of dolphins.

Access is normally by means of a shore gangway which is integrated into the loader.

It is the ship’s responsibility to ensure that a proper gangway watch is maintained and that this means of access is not neglected and consequently damaged.

The maximum length of a woodchip carrier which can safely shift ship up and down the berth for loading is 230m and 36.5m beam.. Vessels can berth either port or starboard side to. The normal mooring line configuration is three head and stern lines, two breasts at each end and extra long springs which cross each other midships.

WAPRES have been exporting woodchips from Berth 3 since 1976. Generally, these woodchips are E.globulus (blue gum) with annual average blue gum exports of approximating 750,000 tons which are shipped to Japan for the production of

high quality paper.

Woodchips are sourced from mostly plantation grown leases and transported to the Port by road train. A woodchipping plant is in operation at this site. Their lease is approximately 9.2 hectares with stockpiling capacity of approximately 200,000 tons. The stockpiles are stored and maintained on concrete hardstands with the aid of a specially designed rubber-tyred bulldozer. During ship loading, woodchips are reclaimed through to a conveyor system which delivers them on board ship via the fixed WAPRES shiploader.

Caution

The stowage factor varies between 88-95 cu feet (2.49m3 to 2.68m3) per tonne depending on moisture limits. Care must be taken entering hatches as woodchips in confined spaces absorb oxygen causing a deficiency.

During adverse weather conditions, particularly over the winter period, ships and the berth operator should monitor the weather conditions. They should suspend loading, shifting ship, and where necessary, place the ship in a secure location to mitigate these adverse conditions (see pilot check list).


Initially contact the berth operator to clarify what equipment must be worn. Specifically, personal protection equipment must be worn (PPE) when entering or working in these areas. This includes approved hard hat, high visibility vest, (shirt or coat), safety footwear, spectacles and gloves where appropriate.


Number 4 Berth (ALCOA) Mine Site (Length 130m spread of dolphins) Depth 12.7m at datum alongside Alumina (calcined alumina) This berth is owned and operated by ALCOA World Alumina (Australia). The berth consists of a series of four dolphins capable of handling vessels up to Panamax size (225m length and 36.5m width). The loader equipment is a cantilever transversing Soros shiploader (it loads over a radial arc) which loads over a hatch range of 153m at a loading rate of 2000 tonnes per hour. The maximum air draft is 17m from the bottom of the Cleveland Cascade Chute at chart datum. The berth can accommodate a maximum beam of 36.5 metres and a minimum of 20 metres. Alcoa has three bins with a storage capacity of 3 x 49,500 tonnes. There is provision for accepting caustic soda through a chiksan arm situated in the middle of the berth. The Chicksan has a 12 inch ANSI Flange for connection. The inner diameter of the flange is 12 inches and the outer diameter is 19 inches. The pumping rate is normally 4000 tonnes/hour. Storage Capacity for Caustic Soda Alcoa and Worsley have the ability to share the importation of caustic soda. Alcoa has one tank with a capacity of 34,000 tonnes and Worsley has two tanks each with a capacity of 34,000 tonnes of caustic soda. It can be railed out currently at a rate of between 1000-3000 tonnes. During loading of alumina a consideration to take into account is that the dust suppression equipment fitted to the loading facility can limit trimming ability in meeting strict environmental guidelines.

Vessels normally come alongside this berth

starboard side too. The minimum tie-up

requirement is three head and stern lines and two

springs each end. A work boat runs the head and

stern lines while the springs are passed by heaving

line.

The height of the dolphin decking is 4m above

datum. The fenders are ‘Seibu’ H1400 rubber type

on metal faces which are laminated. The safe

working load for axle loadings of each dolphin is

normally 20 tonnes per axle.

Access is by means of a shore gangway situated at the eastern dolphin.


Classified as a mine site, personal protection equipment must be worn (PPE) when entering or working in this area. This includes approved hard hat, high visibility vest, (shirt or coat), safety footwear, long sleeved shirts and trousers, spectacles and gloves.


Number 5 Berth (Length 240m) General Purpose/Mineral Sands

This is a common user land backed multipurpose berth owned and operated by the Port Authority with a depth of 12.2m alongside.

There are horizontal fenders running the length of the berth 2.5m above chart datum. There is a 65m section at the western end which is also vertically fendered 1.5m above chart datum.

There is a large storage area adjacent to the berth. Hoppers are available for the discharge of bulk commodities using ships’ equipment or mobile cranes. The berth is also suitable for loading of bulk materials and for general cargoes.

Wharf decking is 3.66m above datum.

Axle Loadings Stacked Loads

• On wharf deck 2500kg/m2

• Rear wharf 5000kg/m2 Crane and Shiploader Loads

• Crane 33,750kg/wheel Heavy Fork Lift

• Front wheels 15,200kg/tyre

• Rear tyres 2650kg/tyre

Heavy Road Vehicles

• 95 wheeled low loader with a gross load not exceeding 350,000kg.

• 350 tonnes

• 1.8m axle separations

Standard Truck Loading

• • Designed for standard MS 18 truck 14,700kg

• Aggr. loads on dual wheel tandem axles. Berthing Load

• 68,000 tonne vessel at 0.15m/s 50% of berthing load absorbed by structure.

Berth 5 Shore Power Sources Seven berth face outlets 55 Amp – 3 phase – 5 pin 20 Amp – 3 phase – 5 pin 10 Amp – single phase – 3 pin Four outlets adjacent to berth light towers 150 Amp – 3 phase – 5 pin

Ship Loader A shiploader capable of servicing panamax sized

vessels is available to load parcels of product such as zircon at Berth 5 (see attached diagrams of portable

shiploader pages 32-33).

The loader has an outreach of 16 metres and an air draft of 14.0 metres at chart datum. It has a variable loading rate dependant on cargo.

Note: The shiploader does not have a facility for trimming and requires having the loader retracted for

berthing and shifting ship. Ships need to be shifted if more than one hatch is to be loaded.

Hopper Information There are six mobile hoppers available for the

reception of bulk cargoes. The hoppers are 6.1m long and 5.5m wide with a fully packed capacity of

32m3. The angle of the hopper’s sides is 38.5°

with 1m by 1m grids with baffles.

Ship side to hopper centre 4.9m

Hopper heights 6 x 6.5m Hopper truck 6 x 3.74m

Hopper doors-Three 920mm x 320mm

Personal Protection equipment:

Specifically, personal protection equipment must be worn (PPE) when entering or working in these areas. This includes approved hard hat, high visibility vest, (shirt or coat), safety footwear, spectacles and gloves. Guests must clarify with the master of the ship and gain permission before going on board.


Berth 5 Shiploader


Number 6 Berth – Mine Site Alumina (Calcined Alumina) Worsley Alumina Pty Ltd

Length 131m spread of dolphins. Depth alongside 12.7m at datum. Wharf Decking Height above datum -5.22m. Minimum Air Draft is 19.0m.

The berth is operated by Worlsey Alumina who own

and administer the facility including their security under the BPA banner. It has its own shore gangway.

The berth consists of a series of four independent

dolphins. The largest vessel handled at the facility is (229m by 36.5m) unless otherwise agreed with the

Port Authority (Harbour Master’s approval required).

The loading range is 186m. The loader is an ECO/KRUPP type which travels over an arc and is

designed to operate in environmentally sensitive

areas. It can load up to 2500 tonnes per hour and draws product from three storage bins with 45,000

tonne capacity each. It is fitted with Cleveland Cascade Chute for dust suppression.

Caustic Soda Imports Caustic Soda is imported through a single chiksan mounted between dolphins three and four. It has a range of approximately plus/minus 10 metres with provision for extension hoses where necessary. (Pre checks need to be agreed with the Bunbury Harbour Master where dimensions are critical). WORSLEY has the ability to accept caustic up to a rate of 3000 tonnes per hour. (See also our

ALCOA Caustic description, Berth 4)

Moorings Automatic release hooks are used at this berth for securing and unmooring of ships. The pilot will give specific brief concerning the operation of this equipment for crews. The minimum tie-up is three head and stern lines and two springs each end in good condition. Ships with wires need to give

specific notice prior to arrival.

Personal Protection Equipment: Classified as a mine site, personal protection equipment must be worn (PPE) when entering or working in this area. This includes approved hard hat, high visibility vest, (shirt or coat), long sleeved shirt, long trousers, safety footwear, spectacles and

gloves are compulsory.


Number 8 Berth – Mine Site (Length 250m)

Mineral Sands/General Bulk Berth

Berth depth of water is 12.7m at datum.

This berth has a 250 metre wharf face and is suitable for Panamax size vessels (225m x 32.2m width with a deadweight of approximately 72,000 tonnes).The berth is also suitable for Ro-Ro type vessel with lengths of 238m with the ramp extended and a load displacement of 35,000 tonne. The minimum size vessel is small tankers of 105-115m of approximately 10,000 tonne displacement. Vertical fenders extend to within 0.7m of the waterline at datum allowing a small freeboard.

Vessels outside the above parameters need to be considered separately and by application. There is a travelling mechanical shiploader rated at 2000 tph for products with an SG of 1.4 from linked storage sheds and road hoppers. The berth is concrete decked for general cargo handling with adjacent hardstand storage area of approximately 12,000 square metres. The loaders length of travel is 167.5m (see diagrams of shiploader pages 17-20).

The loader has an air draught of 14m above chart datum.

Woodchip (Tasmanian Blue Gum/Radiata Pine)

Hansol PI exports woodchips from this berth via the travelling ship loader using a jet slinger attachment at approximately 600 tons per hour. Generally logs are chipped on site using a state of the art Fulghum design with an average hourly capacity of 200t/hr. In-field chips are brought in. The stockpile area is 1.44ha and is capable of holding approximately 80,000 tons of woodchips at about 52% fibre. Loading out is by bulldozer into a reclaim pit and conveyor belt system. The conveyor belt system taps into the Berth 8 mineral sands conveyor belt system adjacent to mineral sands cross belt conveyors.

The stowage factor varies between 88-95cu feet per ton (2.49m

3

to 2.68m3

) depending on moisture limits. Care must be taken entering hatches as woodchips in confined spaces absorb oxygen causing a deficiency.

All woodchips produced by HPI are bound for sale into the Korean wood chip/pulp market.

During loading to meet environmental requirements dust suppression equipment fitted

to the loading facility can limit trimming ability.

Height of wharf decking above datum is 4m. The minimum mooring requirement is three head and stern lines and two springs at each end for this berth. A mooring boat runs the head and stern lines while the springs are passed by heaving line. Vessels normally moor starboard side to this berth.

Mineral Sands

Ileminite, Silica Sands, Spodumene, Synthetic Rutile, Leucoxene and copper concentrates are presently exported from Berth 8.

Personal Protection Equipment

Classified as a mine site, personal protection equipment must be worn (PPE) when entering or working in this area. This includes approved hard hat, high visibility vest, (shirt or coat), long sleeved shirt, long trousers, safety footwear, spectacles and gloves where appropriate.

TEOM Real-time Dust Monitor


OTHER INFORMATION

Shore Power Sources Six quayside power points 50 Amp – 3 phase – 4 pin 20 Amp – 3 phase – 5 pin 15 Amp – single phase – 3 pin Two x 150 Amp – 3 phase – 5 pin connection alongside Supervisor’s office

Shore Telephones 4 berth face connections

Axle Loadings Stacked Loads On wharf deck 4500kg/m2 4.4 tonnes/m2 Crane and Shiploader Loads 150 tonne crawler crane, includes crane and load Heavy Fork Lift 35 tonnes Heavy Load Platform HELP 320 ref: Ostreatus Bridge Design Code-Sect. TWO

Axles to be spaced at 1.8m intervals Maximum 16 rows of axles

8 tyres per axle row axle width 3.6m

axle shall 200kN

eg 350 tonnes

Standard Truck Loading ref: Ostreatus Bridge Design Code-Sect 2 T44 truck 44 tonne truck altogether 9 wheels with 1.8m intervals

Maximum Berthing Load 72,000 tonne displacement @0.15m/s Further questions please contact Port Authority

Density of Water Outer Harbour 1024-1025 Inner Harbour 1023-1026

Mooring Gangs Provided by POAGS to all berths. Two contractors provide a line’s launch through the Port Authority for berthing and shifting of vessels.


Cargo Information Cargo Commodities IMPORTS Caustic Soda Petroleum Coke Phosphate Rock Methanol Potash Mineral Sands Vegetable Oil Chemical Fertiliser General Cargo Commodities EXPORTS Alumina Woodchips Mineral Sands Silica Sands Kaolin Clay Timber Chemical Fertiliser Spodumene Rutile/Leucoxene Copper Concentrates

Cargo Stowage / Tonne

S.G. Angle of

repose

Transportable Moisture Limit

Explosive or other Hazard

Alumina (smelter grade) 1.02m3 0.98 32-36 17%

Aluminium Hydrate 0.95m3 1.05 32-36 17%

Caustic Soda 0.67m3 1.50 Liquid Oxidising Agent causes severe burns

Woodchips – Pine 2.70m3 0.37 Moisture Content Toxic hazard from dust and

approximately 47% cargo absorbs oxygen in an

enclosed area

Woodchips – Bluegum 3.00m3 0.33 Moisture Content approximately 47%

Toxic hazard from dust and cargo absorbs oxygen in an enclosed area

Woodchips – Marri Karri 3.00m3 0.33 Moisture Content approximately 39%

Toxic hazard from dust and cargo absorbs oxygen in an enclosed area

Illmenite 0.35–0.42 2.50 30 1-2%

Silica Sand 0.74 1.35 36-38 5%

Chemical Fertiliser – Phosphate Rock

0.68–0.74 1.35-1.45

Spodumene 0.63 1.60 31-38 1% - 10%

Zircon 0.36 2.75 36 0.04% allowable

Synthetic Rutile 0.63 1.60 36 Moisture Sensitive Gives off small quantities of SO2 (BA Equipment

required in confined areas)

Leucoxene 0.63 1.60 36 Moisture Sensitive

Rutile 0.40 2.48 36 Moisture Sensitive

Potash 0.83 1.20

Copper Concentrates 2.2 2.2 40.8 Moisture Sensitive (11.8%)

Loading and unloading of solid bulk cargoes will be in accordance with the “Code of Practice for the Safe

Loading and Unloading of Bulk Carriers” res

A862(20) as adopted by the IMO in November 1997 which is primarily concerned with safety of bulk

carriers in port and at sea. The code is commonly

known as the BLU code.


Before a solid cargo is loaded or unloaded, the master and the terminal representative must agree on a plan which must ensure that the permissible forces and moments on the ship are not exceeded during loading and unloading. The plan must include the sequence, quantity and rate of loading or unloading, taking into consideration the speed of loading or unloading, the number of pours and the deballasting or ballasting capacity of the ship. The plan and any subsequent amendments must be lodged with the appropriate authority.

(Refer attachment pilot/ship/shore safety checklist) (Refer ship/shore safety) (Refer cargo plan)

Note 1: A plan should conform as far as

possible with the BLU Code.

Note 2: In an Australian port, “the

appropriate authority” is the

prescribed person. However,

retention of the plan by the terminal

representative for a period of 6

months will be considered as meeting

the lodgement requirements.

Loading and unloading of solid bulk cargoes must also take into consideration trimming, stability, hull strength, depth of water, possibility of damage to ship and shore structure, proper communications with agreed plans which ensures that terminal and ships safety parameters are met.

During each vessel’s port stay, no cargo residues are to enter the harbour.

Cleanliness (Ships Holds)

These inspections can take place at anchor if the weather is acceptable and the ship can manoeuvre to safely embark the draft surveyor or it can be done alongside the berth. Alcoa, Worsley and all cargoes require a high level of cleanliness. There should be absolutely no rust scale at all, or evidence of any previous cargo residues in the holds, deck heads, coamings, underside of hatches or trackways.

Ladders to board the draft surveyor should be

similar to embarking or disembarking the pilot.

Engines at anchor should be at the ready to make

a satisfactory lee.

Zircon, Spodumene, Synthetic Rutile,

Rutile/Leucoxene and Silica Sand require

extremely high levels of cleanliness and it may be

necessary to liaise with ship’s agent to ensure

there are no misunderstandings.

Arrangements can be made to conduct hold cleaning at the Port of Bunbury via the ship’s agent. However, delays can occur if there is not a suitable layby berth available or there is a shortage of labour as a result of other ships working at the Port. It should be noted that Alcoa, or Worsley, will not allow ships to clean at their berths.

Details of the Major Cargoes Handled at the Port of Bunbury

Please refer to the latests Materials Safety Data Sheets.

Present Uses of Mineral Sands

The following gives a brief outline of the principal applications of the products manufactured from the Minerals.

Ilmenite (mixed oxide of iron and titanium) Titanium white pigment manufacture consumes the bulk of all ilmenite produced. Titanium white which is non-toxic is highly favoured in the paint industry for its excellent “Hiding Power” and is used in the manufacture of pale colours and exterior water based latex paints.

Titanium is used in rubber, floor coverings, inks, coated fabrics and textiles. Ceramic industries use titanium white as an opacifier and it is also used in chemicals for the manufacture of transducers and gems.

Further uses of ilmenite are Ferro-Titanium, for ferrous metal and aluminium alloy industries for grain refining and quality improvement. Rutile (essentially titanium dioxide) The principal use of rutile is in the manufacture of welding rod coatings, titanium white pigment, metallurgical and titanium chemical industry. It is used as a raw material for the making of titanium metal, which is finding ever increasing demand in industry. Because of its high resistance to corrosion, high tensile strength, resistance to


fatigue and relative lightness it is used in the building of aircraft frames programme. Rutile is also used in the manufacture of titanium carbide for tipping lathe and other cutting tools, titanium heat resisting and anti-fouling paints. Leucoxene (a rutile like natural alteration product of ilmenite). Zircon (Zirconium Silicate with a little Hafnium) Zircon is used in Moulding Sands for high grade castings, zircon refractories and in the aluminium and glass industry. Zirconium oxide is used as a super-refractory and as an abrasive. Zirconium diboride is a new refractory for high temperature situations such as in rockets. Zirconium metal is also finding increasing uses in corrosive situations in chemical and other industries and is used for structural members and fuel containers in nuclear reactors. Processed Zircon is used as a wear-resistant coating for white goods and television tube faceplates. Alumina (Calcined Alumina) – Smelter Grade Alumina SGA Smelter grade calcined Alumina is aluminium oxide that is mainly in the alpha phase. It has a high melting point (2038 degrees Celsius) and is extremely hard (9 on the Mohs scale). The main uses of SGA, apart from smelting aluminium metal, are for making glass, refractory and abrasive products. Hydrated Alumina

Hydrated Alumina is a white crystalline product. It is also known as aluminium hydroxide, aluminium hydrate or aluminium trihydoxide. Its chemical formula is AL2O3 H2O or ALL(OH)3. It contains small amounts of soda, iron oxide, silica and other trace impurities. It is insoluble in water, but dissolves in mineral acids or caustic soda.

Alcoa’s hydrated Alumina is used to produce aluminium compounds such as aluminium sulphate, aluminium fluoride, sodium aluminate and aluminium chloride Caustic Soda Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH), generally known as caustic soda, is shipped for Alcoa and Worsley

into the Port as a water solution of about 50% NaOH. Caustic is used in the process of extracting Alumina from the raw product, Bauxite. Caustic looks like water and has no smell, but it is a strong chemical and very corrosive to eyes and skin and requires strict safety handling precautions. On arrival at the berth surveyors will sample each tank for analysis and take ullages on behalf of the consignee. Woodchips There are four different varieties of woodchips exported from Bunbury, which are namely:

• Pine

• Blue Gum

• Marri/Karri

• Jarrah residues Pine – is soft wood used for newsprint paper and papermaking. Blue gum – is a hard wood used for the production of glossy paper. Marri/Karri – is also a hard wood used for the production of fine quality glossy paper. Jarrah – small quantities are exported and used for the firing process for Silicon smelters because of its low ash content (about 0.2% ash).

Ship’s holds will be inspected on arrival for cleanliness.

Woodchips – Oxygen Deficiency Danger

Masters of ships should also be aware that woodchips could partially decompose during a voyage absorbing oxygen and generate carbon dioxide and other gases. Consequently crew members should not enter any cargo and adjacent spaces without taking the appropriate safety precautions (breathing equipment).

Logs

The export of logs occurs on a regular basis

through Berth 5. Harvested from plantation

grown pine forests they are largely used for

construction and are often peeled for plyboard

industries.

Fumigation is available. A registered contractor


has the responsibility for the task, but not all

destinations require fumigation outside Australia

(logs stowed on deck cannot be fumigated). Where logs are loaded on deck, appropriate, safe provision for access to move forward on the ship is required before vessel puts to sea. Suitable, safe access for embarking and disembarking the pilot is required on either side

of the vessel.

Copper Sulphate

Is exported from Berth 8 with a moisture content of 9% to 12%. For Threshold Limit Values (TLV) please see M.S.D.S. Sheets given by the exporter Newmont Boddington Gold.


Under Keel Clearances

The Port of Bunbury uses two different methods to allow for under keel safety for arriving and departing vessels. The Outer Harbour, namely Berth 1, relies upon the depth of water plus tide for sailing conditions. Once a vessel loads beyond the depth of water at the berth, the vessel can only lay alongside until one and a quarter hours (11/4 hours) before high water when the vessel must sail. Depths of water are as follows: Berth 1 8.8m + tide and dependent on weather.

Berth 2 7.5m inner, 8.0m outer

At the Outer Harbour the Harbour Master/Pilot will confirm the optimum sailing condition for vessels expecting to exceed the berth depths in a tabulated form. However, it should be noted when vessels exceed the maximum draft for that day they must sail. Vessels cannot sail on a falling tide from Berths 1 and 2. Vessels can be affected by swell during the winter months.

Dynamic Underkeel Clearance Programme (Inner Harbour Berths 4, 6 and 8 only)

A real time Dynamic Under Keel Clearance System (DUKC) is used to assess optimum sailing conditions for the Inner Harbour. In the static condition, vessels sailing or arriving in the Inner Harbour may have a dynamic under keel clearance of not less than 60cm and can therefore maximise ship’s lifting capacity.

The DUKC takes into account all the major factors listed below, together with other allowances, such as heel and list which may occur in certain circumstances. These factors can be listed as follows:

Wave Response Allowance

In channels subject to wave action, ships will experience heave, roll and pitch motions which combine to produce vertical displacements at each point of the vessel’s transit depends on many factors including:

• Directional wave spectrum (describing wave energy distribution as a function of frequency and

• direction)

• Ship dimensions, hull shape and stability data

• Ship speed

• Water depth/draft ratio

Squat Allowance

Squat is a combination of bodily sinkage and change in trim as the vessel moves through the water.

Weather Information The Bunbury Port Authority subscribes to the Bureau of Meteorology’s Special Service Unit which provides specific information tailored to meet the operations of the Port. The information is distributed to stake holders of the Port through the Duty Pilot – phone (08) 9729 7027, email [email protected]

Changes in Water Level

Barometric changes can vary the water level at Bunbury up to plus or minus 50cm. However, this does not take into consideration storm surges. Information from the SSU (Met. Office) is assisting to better predict these water level changes. The tidal range at Bunbury is approximately 76cm. The maximum HW Spring is 1.30m and the minimum LW is 0.0m above Chart Datum.

The HM/Pilot will confirm maximum draft available at the time of sailing based on the above information.

Weather Station

The Bunbury Port Authority has 2 Real-Time weather stations with a facility for Seascape gathering data. The weather station provides Real-Time meteorological information in the form of wind speed, direction, wave and swell heights, currents and barometric pressure.

The Seascape view measures and compares tidal information, monitors sea and swell states, current speed and direction. The information provides the basis for the utilisation of the Dynamic Underkeel Programme, which enables ships to berth and sail with a minimum under keel clearance of 60cm.

Furthermore, the information gathered by the weather station can be viewed on the BPA web site in a public access form (www.byport.com.au)


Surveyors

Two survey companies operate in Bunbury for marine matters including “Hold Cleanliness” (which normally requires a high level of cleanliness) on and off hire surveys etc. Frequently, surveys will be conducted at anchor prior to ships berthing providing weather conditions permit (contact your agent).

Portable Gangways

The Port Authority can supply two 7m aluminium brows on request.

Access (See Maritime Security)

Crew Pedestrian access is available to and from all berths when vessels are alongside. Vehicle access is available using an encoded electronic swipe cards depending on which berth(s) need to be accessed. However, the ALCOA and WORSLEY berths have additional security cards.

The MSIC card is to be used strictly for Port related business purposes only for the designated holders only.

Private Weighbridges

A check weighbridge is operated by the Port Authority with a 70 ton capacity on the outer harbour road.

There is also a 100 ton weighbridge at the inner harbour for Port Authority customers. Use of this facility is by prior arrangement.

Fresh Water

Available at all berths by arrangement with ship’s agent or BPA. The rate is 25T/hour for drinking water at the outer harbour and 40T/hour for the inner harbour. Non-potable water is available at berth 5 in the inner harbour at 100T/hour.

Outer Harbour Berths – 1, 2 Inner Harbour Berths – 3, 4, 5, 6, 8

Providores

Stores are available through local providoring companies. (Sealanes/All States Alvista and IMES).

Garbage

The Port Authority provides wheelie bins for quarantine garbage. By prior arrangement a skip can be provided at additional cost which also must meet

quarantine requirements.

Sewage

All vessels must either retain Sewerage on board, or have an operational IMO approved Sewerage Treatment Unit as approved by the vessels classification society, or arrange discharge to a licensed shore-based operation.

Seafarers Club

The “Mission to Seafarers” is situated in the Central Business District (Victoria Street). A bus picks up and returns ships’ crew while vessels are alongside at approximately 1830 returning at 2200 respectively. Extra services Mon, Tues, Wed 1300 & 1530 pickup

Telephone (08) 9721 2370.

Taxis

Pick up and delivery. Telephone 131 008 and (08) 9721 2300.

Telephone

Public telephones are available at the Seaman’s Mission, Post Office and Berth 4 (Alcoa), 6 (Worsley), 8 and 5. In general, the vessel’s agent can provide a mobile phone to the Master if one is not on board. (Phone cards only for berths 8 and 5).

Port Limits

See Chart AUS 115. See amended chart correction (WA 776).

Pilot Boarding Ground 33 15.85S 115 37.40E

Holding ground is fair, but unprotected during bad weather conditions. In such cases, Masters are advised to remain at a minimum 5 miles off the coast.

Anchorages

Anchor positions are centered on the following positions and have a radius of 0.75 nautical miles.

Anchorage A 33 16.30 S 115 36.35 E

Anchorage B 33 16.95 S 115 34.70 E

Anchorage C 33 15.00 S 115 35.30 E

Anchorage D 33 15.75 S 115 33.50 E

Anchorage E 33 14.25 S 115 33.72 E

Disabling Engines

Masters of vessels intending to disable their


engines alongside in the Port of Bunbury for any reason must seek the Harbour Masters permission, where possible in writing. Any advice must be followed-up not more than 24 hours before this occurrence. Masters must be able to give a reasonable accurate estimate when the engines will be fully operational again.

Operational Vessels at the Port of Bunbury

All Masters of vessels intending to call and berth at the Port of Bunbury or remain alongside must advise the Harbour Master at the earliest opportunity of any condition which may affect the normal operational efficiency of their vessel.

Channels

The Harbour Channels have lengths, depths and

inner harbour widths as shown in the following

table:

Port Approaches

Power House Leads Depth of water................................. 12.8m

Width of channel ............................. 150m

PEL ................... 157°/337° Day & Night

Cones (2) ............. 157°/337° Day/Night

Outer Harbour

Cable Sands Leads ...................180°/000°

Depth of Channel maintained ...... 12.2m

Width of Channel ............................ 138m

Inner Harbour

Inner Harbour and Leads .......135°/315°

Depth of Water ............................... 12.2m

Maximum basin distance without ships alongside .................. 480m

Swinging Basin at ..............12.2m - 360m

Inner Harbour Channel

Limiting contour line of 9.0m ....118° 30’


Emergency Procedures (Including Oil Pollution)

The Bunbury Port Authority is the lead Agency in the case of an oil pollution incident within the Port of Bunbury. Further information is available from the: Bunbury Port Authority “Port Emergency Plan”, Port of Bunbury “Oil Spill Contingency Plan”, Port of Bunbury “Oil Spill Contingency Plan – Action Plan” “AMSA National Contingency Plan” Department of Transport (WA) “Marine Oil Pollution Emergency Management Plan” “Other Relevant Regulations and Acts”

• Port Authorities Act 1999 (WA)

• Port Authorities Regulations 2001 (WA)

• Port Authorities (Consequential Provisions) Act 1999 (WA)

• Dangerous Goods (Transport) Dangerous Goods in Port Regulations 2001 (WA)

• Bunbury Port Authority Marine Safety Plan (BPA)

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has furnished a supply of equipment for combating an oil pollution incident. Currently, stocks held are:

Shed at Berth 3

• 300m of rigid boom together with anchors to suit AUS – Light Boom D-2;

• 3 x 105m flexible boom on trailers for transportation.

• Rope, safety clothing for four persons;

• Two 205 litre drums for sludge with assorted rope, strops and shackles;

• Five anchors and floats.

Inner Harbour BPA Compound Adjacent to Number 5 Berth

• Two Transpacs for storage of oily residue (see contents list);

• Large tandem trailer containing absorbent material;

• Koomara portable oil spill skimmer including pick-up hoses;

• One set of Warren Springs portable spraying equipment suitable for fitting to a large boat (includes pick-up hoses and pipe work);

• Two flexi dams;

• One set of breaker boards (including 8 drums @ 205 litres each of dispersant A-

B type);

• Seven by 20 metre lengths of Land/Sea Boom and 1 repair kit (included are 2 Stihl air pumps and 2 water pumps for ballast chambers);

• Two towing bridles;

• 8 by 205 litre drums of A-B dispersant (Chemical hazard to personnel).

• Joining piece for connecting booms

Trailer Contents

18 Yellow and orange sausage booms, 3m in length 4 boxes 30/box oil snare straw mops

5 boxes 30/box white straw mops

6 bags 50/bag white straw mops

32 3 metre sausage booms

3 boxes 100/box absorbent pads

10 bags Global Peat Absorbent

Further equipment for larger and more complex pollution incidents is available at short notice from other centres such as Fremantle.

Outside the Port of Bunbury the Department of Planning and Infrastructure is the lead combat Agency.


Port Operations and Instructions to Agents and Masters

Appointment of a Ship’s Agent

Before a vessel enters Port waters, the owner of the vessel must, unless the BPA otherwise agrees, appoint an agent (who may be the Master) for the vessel who is authorised to act on behalf of the owner in all matters. ETA’s for vessels can be sent to the BPA via email: [email protected]

Electronic Lodgement of Data by Agents (ELD)

Both applications must be lodged before any services can be ordered by the duty pilot. BPA has a facility for Agents to lodge Berth Applications via a web based system. It is simplified ensuring Cargo Manifest data to be also lodged effectively. The system allows secure adding, amending or deletion of pending ships visits. Once a vessel departs, Cargo Manifest advice can be easily added as required. Agents can register for the ELD system by contacting the BPA by email: [email protected]. Agents completing Berth Applications electronically can log in via the BPA’s web site, www.byport.com.au

Shipping and then E Document. Agents require a user name and password for this purpose.

Ships Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) and Electronic Berth Application

As soon as practical, Agents should advise the Port Authority in advance of a ship’s intended call at the Port (Electronic Berthing Application). This should be followed-up by a completed “Berth Application” to enable the Harbour Master to assess that the ship complies with the Port’s criteria.

Further information may be requested as

appropriate. Closer to the arrival date Agents should keep Port

Authority posted on the vessel’s imminent arrival.

Updates of ETA’s can be completed by forwarding emails to: [email protected]

ETA – 48 hours, 24 hours and 6 hours before arrival. ETD – 12 hours before; to be confirmed four or two hours before. ETA – can be sent to the Port Authority via email: [email protected]

Flying of Flags and National Colours

The Master of a vessel of 150 gross tons or more must cause the vessel to fly its national colours and Australia’s national flag must be exhibited at the highest yard between the hours of sunrise and sunset within Port waters. The “H” Flag must be

flown when a pilot embarks and the “Q” flag when the Australian Quarantine Inspection Service (AQIS) has not granted free pratique. Otherwise, flags are to be exhibited in accordance with the “International Code of Signals”. Communications

VHF Radio Channels Channel 16 (initial call and emergency) “PORT OF BUNBURY”

Channel 12 (initial call and main port communication channel)

“PORT OF BUNBURY”

Channel 06 or 10 (tug channels

The Harbour Master’s office is normally manned during office

hours 0800-1630 Monday to Friday for radio communications. Outside these times the pilot can be contacted 45 minutes prior to a pilotage movement. The “Port of Bunbury” can be called on ch 12 or 16 at all other times for anchoring information.

Port Communications (Mobile Phone)

Agents are to ensure that all vessels using the ‘Port of Bunbury’ are fitted with appropriate communications equipment and provided with a list of contact numbers. This will include the ship’s Agent, the Harbour Master together with a list of Police, Ambulance, and Fire emergency contact numbers. Vessel Berthing Priority Berth applications are to be lodged electronically (ELD) with the Bunbury Port Authority (BPA). The form should be completed seven days before, but must not be less than 48 hours prior to, the expected arrival of the vessel. Manual berthing applications can be faxed or emailed, but will incur an administrative fee.

Pratique (if required) must be confirmed by the

vessels’ agent before services can be executed for a

berthing vessel. Cancellation fees will apply.

Emergencies will be given consideration over all

other traffic.

Passenger vessels have priority over commercial

vessels at Berth 1 and 2.

Priority will be given to those vessels which

require tide for sailing (outer harbour): The completion time for tidal sailings from Berth 1

shall be the time the low water draft is achieved

(usually, but not always, 9.2). Should loading resume,


and the draft is greater than the low water draft, the

vessel has priority, and must sail 1 hour 15 minutes before high water. The completion time for Berths 4,

6 and 8 is when the sailing draft is achieved and the vessel is ready for sea. Where tidal sailings from

inner and outer harbour, outer harbour sailings will

have priority but can be done at the same times.

Order of Priority

1. Weather affected vessels (weather includes wind and swell restrictions)

2. Tidal sailing, tidal berthing (loaded vessels) and livestock sailing

3. Daylight vessels only 4. Vessels to load cargo immediately over vessels

with an expected delay alongside. (“Delay” refers to before loading or discharging operations are to take place).

5. Other berthing/sailing/shift ship between berths will be done on a “first in first served” basis, except if the Duty Pilot deems the port services can be utilised more efficiently.

Berth Application 7 days to 48 hours notice before arrival.

Berthed on ‘first in first served’ basis (In terms of other vessels in this classification)

Is it an emergency? To be given consideration over other traffic.

Is it weather dependent?

Is it tidal dependent

or a livestock vessel sailing?

Is it daylight only?

Will the vessel load and/or discharge immediately?

To be logged in BPA database & Duty Pilot notified

All other berthing, sailing and shift ships done on a ‘first in first served’ basis

(Unless Duty Pilot can utilise Port services more efficiently)

Pratique To be logged in BPA database & Duty Pilot notified





NO

NO

NO

NO

NO


Pilotage (Refer standardised Berthing Plan – supplied when the Pilot boards [POB]) Pilotage is compulsory for all commercial vessels over 150 gross tonnes other than for Australian vessels of war and vessels where masters hold valid exemptions for the Port.

Vessels berth and sail at any time Day and Night; but this will be dependent on priority of other vessels, labour availability and weather conditions (some ships have restrictions).

Pilot Boarding Arrangements

The Pilot Vessel will contact the inbound ship no less than 30 minutes prior to boarding as it approaches the Port. The pilot will advise of any special requirements for safe boarding. Where a vessel is at anchor, it will need to be underway 20 minutes prior to pilot boarding but must not approach the entrance beacon (No. 3) closer than 2 miles (two nautical miles). Ie the vessel must standoff no closer than 2 nautical miles.

If the freeboard is less than nine metres, then a standard IMO/IMPA recommended pilot boarding ladder is to be rigged with the bottom rung at two (2) metres above the water for in bound vessels and at 2.5 metres for outbound vessels (See ‘Boarding

Arrangements for Pilots’ diagram). Manropes are to be rigged at exactly the same length as the ladder (thus avoiding the ropes being jammed between the boat and the ship). All equipment must be clean, and in sound order and condition.

However, if the freeboard is in excess of 9 metres then an approved “Combination Ladder” must be provided. The lower platform of this “Combination” should not be less than five metres above sea level to prevent the pilot boat striking the metal parts in adverse weather conditions.

Furthermore, a heaving line should be provided for the pilot’s bag and/or charts. It is recommended that a weighted line be lowered, but never thrown at the boat.

A speed of 6-8 knots should be maintained together with a good lee on all occasions once final instructions have been advised by the pilot boat.

Due to other traffic movements, the Master should ensure that he maintains good sea-room during pilot embarkation.

During heavy weather boarding, (May-October) it may be necessary for the vessel to steam in a complete circle to enable sufficient lee for the pilot boat to approach. The pilot boat will communicate on VHF 12.

Two pilot boats operate within the port. The main

pilot is called Tuart which requires a ladder height of 2m (with a yellow hull and white superstructure) above the water and the auxiliary pilot vessel Koombana, a ladder height of 1 metre above the water (with a white hull and international orange superstructure).

Hydrographic References

Australian Charts: 115, WA 776. Related Australian Charts: 334, 335, 755, 756, 4726. Australian Pilot Volume V. BPA Port Information Guide.

Minimum Drafts for Berthing and Sailing

The minimum drafts required for vessels operating in the Port of Bunbury are as follows: Have forward draft of at least 2% of length overall (LOA) and the propeller at least 70% immersed. For example: A Panamax vessel which is 225m in length overall and requires a draft aft of 10m to fully immerse the propeller needs to have forward draft of at least 4.5m and after draft of at least 7m.

Arrival drafts

Vessels arriving to berth at the Port of Bunbury may not exceed 11.6m for the inner harbour and 8.0m for the outer harbour berth 1 depending on the Harbour Master’s discretion. The maximum draft for the southern end of berth 2 in the Outer Harbour is 7m.

Moorings

Mooring and unmooring of ships is conducted by POAGS personnel. They will be booked by the duty pilot (ph 9729 7027) who co-ordinates the lineboat and pilotage at the same time. Where vessels are presenting with wire mooring lines, agents will advise the BPA as soon as practical to enable additional personnel to be engaged to safely handle these lines.


Towage Operated by Riverwijs Pty Ltd and managed by Riverside Marine under a licence from the Bunbury Port Authority. There are two tugs stationed in the Port permanently: “Riverwijs Grace”– 43 ton twin Azimuth drive, forward tractor tug. “Riverwijs Isabelle”– 43 ton, twin Azimuth drive, forward tractor tug.

Towage services are available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, and are able to respond to emergencies within a maximum of two hours.

Line Boats (One line boat is supplied for all ships coming alongside)

A line boat is arranged by the BPA and is required for berthing of all ships within the Port of Bunbury. One of the companies has a vessel available to service vessels at anchor providing the weather is suitable (a distance of 3 to 4 nautical miles). For further information contact your Bunbury Agent.

Tide Gauge

The Port has an automatic tide gauge which gives regular readouts by voice via a telephone and is used as a diagnostic tool. The pole is situated in the inner harbour at berth 5. Tides are given in Lowest Astronomical Tide (LAT). 7cm’s need to be added to LAT to get the height of tide above chart datum. Tide gauge can be assessed by phone no: (08) 9721 7415.

Other Services

Bunker operators licensed with the BPA can provide bunkering by road tanker from Perth on Berth 1,2,5 & 8. Lube oil in drums is available on Berth 1,2,4,5 & 8. (For licensed Bunker providers please visit BPA website). A range of limited ship repair facilities are available. Hold cleaning can be arranged by the agent when the vessel is alongside. All refuse must be removed from the ship for proper disposal. Refuse must not be disposed of in Port waters or within designated areas.

Bunbury Sea Rescue Group (Bunbury Lifeboat Foundation)

Bunbury Sea Rescue Group (Bunbury Lifeboat Foundation) is a dedicated volunteer organisation which can be called on for sea rescue operations within the Bunbury region. It is funded and supported under arrangements with the Fire and Emergency Authority (FESA) and is tasked to perform marine search and rescue functions (SAR). The emergency number is through the Bunbury Police on (08) 9722 2111 and they are currently based in the outer harbour. The boat will operate normally in a 15-20 nautical mile radius off Bunbury with a listening watch on 27.88 MHz and VHF Channel 16/80 for emergency coordination. Assistance/help can also be gained through ACRM (Australian Citizens Radio Monitors) base at Capel (ph 08 9721 2451) which transmit on the same frequencies.

Oil Spill

The lead combat agency is the Bunbury Port Authority within the Port of Bunbury’s Port limits. Outside this area is the responsibility for the Department for Planning and Infrastructure (DPI).

Oily Water and Waste Disposal

A private contractor, WREN Oil – telephone (08) 9725 4002 – has provision for the removal of oily water and waste. Ships Agents can make the necessary arrangements.

Public Jetty and BPA Service Jetty (Painted Yellow)

A public jetty is situated on the Outer Harbour administered by the Department for Planning and Infrastructure for small craft exchanges of personnel not subject to restricted movement. Personnel restricted by customs, quarantine and immigration requirements must only be exchanged at the Bunbury Port Authority Service Jetty for small craft. Furthermore, small craft arriving from overseas as their first port must proceed to the BPA service jetty for initial inspection, but once cleared need to arrange their own berthage. (BPA is to be advised by the Duty Pilot).


A Guide to Requirements by Australian Customs for Vessels intending to call at an Australian Port

Ships intending to call at an Australia Port are

required to complete a SHIPS PRE-ARRIVAL

REPORT (FORM 13) and CREW REPORT

(FORM 3B) for Australian Customs. Both reports

should be forwarded through the vessels Agent for

lodgement with Australian Customs at least 96

hours prior to the vessels arrival. The information

required includes:

.– full details of the ship

.– intended date of arrival

.– crew identity information

.– if there are passengers, stowaways, animals or firearms are on board .– International Ship Security Certificate (ISSC) information .– other ships certificate expiry dates (including pollution insurance) .– last ten (10) ports of call and .– next four (4) expected ports of call. Master and crew are advised that prior approval must be obtained from Australian Customs before any items can be landed from the vessel. Originals of the following forms are required to be completed and available for Australian Customs before any items can be landed from the vessel. .– Form 13 Ships Pre-Arrival Report .– Form 3B Crew Report (surnames in alphabetical order) .– Form 5 - Part Two Crew Effects Declaration .– Form 5 - Part Four Report of Ships Stores .– B366 Stores and Prohibited Goods Stores .Forms can be obtained on the internet at www.customs.gov.au Quarantine and Ship’s Ballast water (see Attached Quarantine Notice, page 34)

Australia relies on very strict quarantine laws to safeguard against the introduction of foreign diseases, pests and anything which adversely effects the Australian environment, quality of life, its neighbours and its position as a trading nation.

Prior to any vessel's arrival, a ship must lodge a Quarantine Declaration for Vessels (Pratique) Form (QPAR Form 006) with AQIS no more than 48 hours and no less than 12 prior to the vessel’s arrival at the first Australian port. The form can be emailed directly to quarantine or sent to the ship’s agent. If the ship doesn’t have a fax, then the ship’s agent will assist you in this matter.

The information required by AQIS relates to a name and description of the vessel. AQIS will also need to know the previous ports of call, whether there are animals on board or if the vessel previously carried livestock. Quarantine will also need to complete compliance information on approved ballast water management and the state of health of the ship’s crew.

Information on the management of ballast water must be provided on the appropriate form.

Ship’s ballast water should not be overflowed within the Port of Bunbury and no cargo residues may enter the harbour.

Quarantine Notice

i.) It is the responsibility of the Ship’s Master to ensure that all food waste, organic refuse,galley scraps and waste from the ship is disposed of in the yellow bins provided and marked “Quarantine” at the end of the ship’s gangway.

ii.) Lids must be closed immediately after waste has been placed in the bin.

iii.) At no stage must the bin or its contents be disturbed, unless authorised to do so.

iv.) Where possible waste contents must be placed in sealed bags.

v.) Any breach of the above requirements must be immediately notified to the Harbour Master/Marine Manager on 0412 100 583.

vi.) Failure to comply with the above requirements may result in prosecution.


Port of Bunbury Berthing Plan

Vessel .................................................................... Tug/Mooring Arrangements

Arrival/Departure:

Date: ......................................................................

From: ....................................................................

To:..........................................................................

Draft Fwd:.................................................... m

Aft:...................................................... m

Tides: HW ......................................................... LW .........................................................

Arr Dep Arr Dep

Engine(s): Main Engine tested astern: Steering: Pilot Card supplied:

Gyro: Bow Thruster: Anchors: Gangway prepared:

Radar: Doppler/GPS/EM:

Master/Pilot briefing completed

Tugs: “Riverwijs Grace” twin azimuth drive tractor tug (43 tonnes)

“Riverwijs Isabelle” twin azimuth drive tractor tug (43 tonnes)

Pilot

Capt ........Tugs will use tug lines only for making fast

VHF Channels: #16 Calling and emergency #12 Port of Bunbury

#06 or #10 for port operations (tugs)

The passage plan will be discussed with the Master but may be changed due to operational requirements.

Pilotage will be in accordance with the tracks indicated with due allowance for set and leeway. Tug lines

are to be lowered gently until the main tow line reaches the deck of the tug once the

berthing/unberthing operation is completed.

Diagram of Berthing Plan

Diagram of Particular Berths 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 8

Signature: .............................................................. Signature: ............................................................ Pilot Master

Time:......................... Date: ...............................


Cargo Plan


Pilot Ship/Shore Safety Checklist For Loading or Unloading Dry Bulk Cargo Carriers

_________________________________________________________________________

Date: ................................................................................................... Maximum Air Draught

Berth No: ............................................................................................. Berth 1…………..14.0

Available depth of water in berth:........................................................... Berth 3…………..21.0

Ship’s name: ........................................................................................ Berth 4…………..19.0

Arrival draught (read/calculated): ........................................................... Berth 6…………..19.0

Calculated departure draft:..................................................................... Berth 8…………..14.0 _________________________________________________________________________ The Master and terminal manager, or their representatives, should complete the checklist jointly.

Advice on points to be considered is given in the accompanying guidelines. Operational safety requires that all questions must be answered and the boxes ticked. If this is not possible, the reason

should be given and agreement reached upon precautions to be taken between the ship and terminal.

If a question is considered to be not applicable, write “N/A” explaining why. Yes No

1. Is the depth of water at the berth and the air draught, adequate for the cargo operation?

2. Are mooring arrangements adequate for all local effects of tide, current,

Weather, traffic and craft alongside?

3. For Berth 1, have Masters been advised on necessity to keep all lines tight,

Particularly springs?

4. In an emergency, is the ship able to leave the berth at any time?

5. Is there safe access between the ship and the wharf?

6. Are adequate crew on board for emergency?

7. Have any bunkering operations been advised and agreed upon? (Incl. Lubes in bulk)

Remarks .................................................................................................................................

8. Will noise levels be minimised between 2200 and 0700 hrs due to port restrictions?

9. Have any intended repairs to wharf or ship whilst alongside been advised or agreed?

Remarks .................................................................................................................................

10. Are the liaison contact person during operations positively identified?

Ship Contact Persons …………………………. Location………………………………………

Duty Pilot - (08) 9729 7027 (Emergency Only) 11. Has the terminal been advised of the time required for the ship to prepare

for sea, on completion of cargo work?

How Long?.............................................................

12. Do you require fresh water?

Quantity ..............................................................................................................................

THE ABOVE HAS BEEN AGREED:

Time..................................................................... Date ...........................................................

For Ship................................................................ For BPA .....................................................

Rank..................................................................... Position/Title ..............................................


Ship/Shore Safety Checklist

Terminal Representative/Ship For Loading or Unloading Dry Bulk Cargo Carriers

_______________________________________________________________________________

Date: ................................................................... Ship’s Name: ........................................

Berth No: ............................................................. Terminal/Quay ......................................

Available Depth of Water in Berth ......................... Minimum air draught* ...........................

Arrival Draught (read/calculated) .......................... Air draught ..........................................

Calculated Departure Date: .................................... Air draught ..........................................

______________________________________________________________________________

The master and terminal manager, or their representatives, should complete the checklist jointly. Advice on points to be considered is given in the accompanying guidelines. Operational safety

requires that all questions must be answered and the boxes ticked. If this is not possible, the reason

should be given and agreement reached upon precautions to be taken between the ship and terminal. If a question is considered to be not applicable write “N/A” explaining why if appropriate.

Yes No

1. Have the liaison contact persons during operations been positively identified? 1. Have the cargo handling capacity and any limits of travel

For each loader been passed to the ship?

Loader Range

Belt Run-Off Time

Quantity To Run-off

Load Rate Per Hour

Loader – Berth 1 134m 5 Minutes 25 tonne 800

Loader – Berth 3 Fixed Loader 5 Minutes 25 tonne 1000 Loader – Berth 4 153m 20 Seconds 20 tonne 2000

Loader – Berth 6 186m 2500

Loader – Berth 8 170m 5 Minutes 50 tonne 2000

2. Is the agreed ship/terminal communications system operative?

Communication Method .................................................................................................

Language …………..ENGLISH .....................................................................................

Radio channels/phone numbers .......................................................................................

Two is particularly important in regard to changes and stoppages mainly due to rain and trim.

3. Has a cargo loading or unloading plan been calculated for all stages of

Loading/deballasting or unloading/ballasting? i.e. Drafts, shear forces

and bending movements Copy lodged with ...........................................................................................................

4. Have the procedures to adjust the final trim of the loading ship

been decided and agreed?

*The term air draught should be construed carefully: if the ship is in a river or estuary, it usually refers to a maximum mast height for passing under bridges, while on the berth it usually refers to the height available or required under the loader or unloader.


5. Have the holds to be worked been clearly identified in the loading or

Unloading plan, showing the sequence of work and the grade and tonnage YES NO or cargo to be transferred each time the hold is worked (loading plan)

6. Has the need for trimming of cargo in the holds been discussed and the

Method and extent been agreed?

1. Due to the environmental requirements the spout can only move in a vertical

direction whilst loading

2. Unable to move the shuttle whilst loading with the chute continuously down

3. port or starboard movement can only be undertaken with the spout fully retracted and no product being loaded

7. Has a procedure for reporting and recording damage from cargo operations been agreed?

8. Has the ship been provided with copies of Port and Terminal Information Manual

Emergency Services Contracts

9. Is the atmosphere safe in holds and enclosed spaces to which access may be required, have fumigated cargoes been identified and has the need for monitoring of

atmosphere been agreed by ship and terminal? (Hold Cleaning)

10. Do both ship and terminal understand and accept that is the ballast programme

Becomes out of step with the cargo operation, it will be necessary to suspend cargo Operations until the ballast operation has caught up?

11. Have the intended procedures for removing cargo residues lodged in the holds

while unloading, been explained to the ship and accepted?

12. Any slops cannot be pumped from ship into harbour.

13. Has written procedure been agreed for the recording of ship and shore delays

due to cargo, ballast, rain, shifting ship etcetera?

14. During loading the underkeel clearance at berth is to be not less than 30cm

at any time

15. During loading and discharge, due consideration is to be taken for Free

Surface Effects so as all ships have minimum statutory stability at all times (ballast operations included)

16. Agents and BPA must be advised well in advance whenever draft is expected

to exceed the agreed sailing draft at any time

THE ABOVE HAS BEEN AGREED

Time ...................................................................... Date ....................................

For Ship .................................................................. For Terminal ........................

Rank ...................................................................... Position/Title .........................

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE 000 POLICE 000 – FIRE 000 – AMBULANCE 000

Duty Pilot ......... 08 9729 7027(24 hrs) BPA Office.............. 08 9729 7020 – Office Hours Only

Security ............ 08 9729 7060(24 hrs) Mobile ................................................... 0417 297 060


BPA Minimum Standard Personal Protective Equipment All PPE must be to Australian Standard

Maritime Security Identification Card must be worn at all times when you are in Maritime Security

Zone. This card must be visible above waist height on the front or side of the body.


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Port Details

LOCATION Latitude 33° 19’ S Longitude 115° 38’ E

TIME ZONE UTC + 8 Hours

MANAGING AUTHORITY Bunbury Port Authority

STREET ADDRESS 54 Casuarina Drive, BUNBURY WA 6230

POSTAL ADDRESS PO Box 4, BUNBURY WA 6231

PHONE (+61 8) 9729 7020

FAX (+61 8) 9721 8253

GENERAL EMAIL [email protected]

WEB PAGE www.byport.com.au

Notices to Mariners

225(T)/01 AUSTRALIA – Western Australia, South Australia and Victoria – Lobster fishery

1. Mariners are requested, when passage permits, to transit outside the 200 metre/100fm contour in the following areas - Western Australia coast between 24°

00’.0S and 34° 00’.0S - South Australian/Victorian coast between

Cape Jaffa and Cape Nelson. 2. Attention is drawn to the relevant note on the navigational charts and Australia Pilots Vol. I and Vol. V.

Charts affected – Aus 330 – Aus 331 – Aus 332 – Aus 333 – Aus 335 – Aus 347 – Aus 348 Australian Notice 23/667(T)/00 (HH.571/009/00)

Cautions Anchoring & Exchange of Personnel

The anchor holding ground off the ‘’Port of Bunbury’ is fair, but unprotected during bad weather conditions. In such cases, Masters are advised to remain at a minimum five miles off the coast.

Anchor positions are designated by the BPA and

vessels are requested to anchor in these positions.

Vessels at light draft, and expecting to conduct

hold inspections are given preference for the

inshore anchorage positions in good weather to

transfer personnel. (In this case, ladder

arrangement shall be in accordance with the IMO

requirements and IMPA recommendations for

embarking a pilot, with engines available to make

a suitable lee).

Wind & Swell

Strong frontal winds can be encountered over the winter period up to approximately 50+ knots during May to October. These winds commence from the north west with the change moving around to the south west with resulting sea and swell. Mariners need to be aware that changes can occur rapidly. Similarly a strong west to south west breeze can be encountered to 35 knots in the summer months from the south west direction.


Bunbury Port Authority PO Box 4, Bunbury WA 6231

Email: [email protected]

Internet: byport.com.au

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