Securing Cargo on Ro-Ro Ships: Rules, Lashing Angles & Cargo Securing Manual - Chief Mates Phase 1

A complete breakdown of vehicle securing arrangements on Roll-on/Roll-off (Ro-Ro) vessels. Whether you are revising for Chief Mate/Second Mate competency exams (Phase 1 / Orals) or preparing for cargo operations on board, this video covers essential regulatory frameworks, practical lashing techniques, and deck safety measures. 📌 Key Topics Covered: • Regulatory framework: SOLAS Chapter VI/VII and the IMO Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing (CSS Code) • Vessel Cargo Securing Manual (CSM) requirements • Vehicle deck fittings: Cloverleaf sockets, lashing pots, and star tracks • Securing points on road vehicles vs. vehicle chassis limitations • Webbing lashings, chains, tensioners, and elephant feet • Optimum lashing angles (horizontal & vertical) to counteract roll, pitch, and heave • Stowage considerations: Axle loads, deck spacing, and handbrake/gear locking • Common securing failures and heavy weather precautions ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction to Ro-Ro Securing 0:45 - IMO CSS Code & Cargo Securing Manual (CSM) 02:15 - Deck Fittings & Securing Hardware 04:10 - Identifying Proper Lashing Points on Road Vehicles 06:00 - Lashing Angles & Rule of Thumb Calculations 08:20 - Stowage Distances & Parking Procedures 10:15 - Heavy Weather Precautions & Routine Checks 12:00 - Key Exam & Oral Questions Summary 📚 References & Standards: IMO CSS Code (Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing) IMO Resolution A.581(14): Guidelines for Securing Arrangements for the Transport of Road Vehicles on Ro-Ro Ships Merchant Shipping (Carriage of Cargoes) Regulations If this video helped clarify Ro-Ro cargo operations, make sure to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts or questions in the comments below! #MerchantNavy #CargoOperations #RoRoShip #ChiefMate #DeckOfficer #MaritimeStudies #CSSCode #ShipSafety