Downloaded from https://www.everyspec.com Chapter 14 Safe Cargo Operations 14–1. General This chapter establishes safety requirements for cargo operations by all transport modes during routine transport and deployment/redeployment operations. 14–2. Maximizing safety in cargo transport operations a. Cargo preparation operators will be trained in material compatibility rules, packaging procedures, and package marking and labeling appropriate to the material and transport mode. b. Cargo loading operators will be trained in— (1) Controlling transport unit weight and balance.
(2) Cargo securing techniques appropriate to the material, packaging configuration, transport unit being loaded, and the transport mode. Materials appropriate to the job shall be provided. c. Personnel handling cargo that qualifies as HAZMAT will also— (1) Receive general safety training concerning properties and hazards of HAZMAT, the procedures to take in the event of a leak or spill, and specific details of their duties in accordance with the transportation modes to be used. (2) Be assigned duties only for which they are specifically trained. (3) Perform duties in accordance with the applicable national or international transportation mode regulations for the journey.
Within the CONUS, 49 CFR applies. Outside the United States, international regulations and HN regulations apply. Commanders must ensure that individuals assigned HAZMAT tasks have ready access to current regulations required to perform their duties. Generally, the governing regulations are— (a) 49 CFR for CONUS transports. (b) The IMDG-Code for sea transport. (c) Air Force Joint Manual 24–204 (TM 38–250) for military air transport. (d) International Air Transport Association Dangerous Goods Regulation for commercial air transport. (4) Package, mark, label, load, and placard the transport unit in accordance with the applicable mode regulation. d.
Commanders do not have the authority to risk assess statutory requirements concerning vehicle loads, especially concerning HAZMAT. An exemption or competent authority approval must be obtained prior to using alternative procedures. e. A vehicle driver has the authority to refuse a load that he or she believes violates any safety provision for which he or she may be held liable during the journey. f. For assistance— (1) The SDDC provides guidance publications supporting cargo loading at http://www.tea.army.mil/DEP/TRANS- PORT/modes/default.htm. (2) The Defense Ammunition Center provides certification training and computer-based HAZMAT familiarization training at https://www3.dac.Army.mil/AS/.
(3) A HAZMAT training center located at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD, also provides training on how to handle HAZMAT. 14–3. Railhead, port, supercargo, and escort operations a. Specific operations . Commanders and other leaders who are planning or conducting these operations will use the information in DA Pam 385–30 to help them assess hazards and risks. b. Simultaneous operations . Many of these operations require maneuvering in tight spaces with multiple simultane- ous operations in the immediate vicinity. Personnel assigned to operate vehicles and materials handling equipment (MHE) shall be trained, licensed, and experienced.
Ground guides will be used and will be conspicuous by lighting or color. c. Railhead operations . (1) A railhead safety officer and safety NCO will be appointed. (2) Commanders shall implement a railhead certification program for units assigned to rail loading operations, with assistance of local movement control or rail personnel. d. Port operations . (1) A port operations safety officer and safety NCO will be appointed. (2) Personnel involved in port operations shall be trained in their respective duties and the hazards involved in the operating area. e. Supercargo operations .
(1) Supercargoes refers to unit personnel who will be designated on orders by deploying units to accompany, supervise, maintain, and guard unit equipment aboard a ship or vessel. An essential part of their job is to monitor and adjust equipment lashings and tiedowns, control access to cargo, document items that cannot be repaired en route, and 65 AR 385–10 • 23 August 2007