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Model Biofouling Management Plan Oct 2012 - tcm155-241770
Model Biofouling Management Plan Oct 2012 - tcm155-241770
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Contents
1.Ship particulars.............................................................................2 2.Introduction...................................................................................3 3.Record of Circulation.....................................................................4 4.Record of Amendments.................................................................5 5.Purpose of the Plan.......................................................................6 6.Definitions.....................................................................................7 7.Objectives.....................................................................................9 8.Description of the ships anti-fouling systems.............................10 9.Description of the ships operating profile ..................................11 10.Description of areas on the ship susceptible to biofouling.........12
10.1Biofouling Management Action Plan...........................................................................13
12.Safety procedures for the ship and crew...................................20 13.Disposal of biological waste.......................................................21 14.Recording requirements............................................................22 15.Duties of the Biofouling Management Officer............................23 16.Crew training and familiarisation ..............................................24
16.1Training Record for Biofouling Management Plan .....................................................24
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Description of the onboard anti-fouling systems.......25 International Antifouling System Certificate..............26 Biofouling Record Book.............................................27 Plans and drawings...................................................31 Reference documents...............................................32 National and local requirements...............................33
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Ship particulars
Ships name Ship type1 Flag Port of registry Gross tonnage IMO number Keel laying date Delivery date Length (between perpendiculars) Breadth (moulded) International call sign Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) Identification (rank) of Biofouling Management Officer
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Introduction
By adopting the International Convention for the Control and management of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments, 2004 (the BWM Convention), member states of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) made a clear commitment to minimising the transfer of invasive aquatic species by shipping. Studies have shown that biofouling can also be a significant vector for the transfer of invasive aquatic species. Biofouling on ships entering the waters of states may result in the establishment of invasive aquatic species which may pose threats to human, animal and plant life, economic and cultural activities and the aquatic environment. While the International Convention on the Control of Harmful Anti-Fouling Systems on Ships, 2001 (the AFS Convention) addresses anti-fouling systems on ships, its focus is on the prevention of adverse impacts from the use of anti-fouling systems and the biocides they may contain, rather than preventing the transfer of invasive aquatic species. The potential for invasive aquatic species transferred through biofouling to cause harm has been recognised by the IMO, the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), several UNEP Regional Seas Conventions (e.g., the Barcelona Convention for the Protection of the Mediterranean Sea Against Pollution), the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation forum (APEC), and the Secretariat of the Pacific Region Environmental Program (SPREP). All ships have some degree of biofouling, even those which may have been recently cleaned or had a new application of an anti-fouling coating system. Studies have shown that the biofouling process begins within the first few hours of a ship's immersion in water. The biofouling that may be found on a ship is influenced by a range of factors, such as:
1. design and construction, particularly the number, location and design of niche areas 2. the specific operating profile, including factors such as: operating speeds; ratio of time
underway compared with time alongside, moored or at anchor; and where the ship is located when not in use (e.g., open anchorage or estuarine port)
3. places visited and trading routes; and 4. maintenance history, including: the type, age and condition of any anti-fouling coating
system; installation and operation of anti-fouling systems; and dry-docking/slipping and hull cleaning practices. Implementing practices to control and manage biofouling can greatly assist in reducing the risk of the transfer of invasive aquatic species. Such management practices can also improve a ship's hydrodynamic performance and can be effective tools in enhancing energy efficiency and reducing air emissions from ships. This concept has been identified by the IMO in its Guidance for the Development of a Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP). The Biofouling Guidelines are intended to provide a globally consistent approach to the management of biofouling. As scientific and technological advances are made, the Guidelines will be refined to enable the risks to be more adequately addressed. Port states, flag states, coastal states and other parties that can assist in mitigating the problems associated with biofouling should exercise due diligence to implement the Biofouling Guidelines to the maximum extent possible
Good record keeping is critical to the success of a sound biofouling management programme. Compliance can be verified and managed more effectively if accurate records are maintained and stored in an organised manner. The Biofouling Management Plan should be updated as necessary. It is the owner/operators or Masters responsibility to regularly review the plan and ensure that the information it contains is accurate and up-to-date. The Plan should be available for viewing on request by a port state authority.
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Record of Circulation
This document is to be circulated to the ships staff that will be responsible for biofouling management. Name Rank Date joined Signature and date
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Record of Amendments
The holder of the controlled copy of this Plan shall record all amendments in the table below and send a notification to all holders of the Plan describing the changes that have been made. No. Date Revised part Details/description of revision Signature
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Definitions
For the purposes of this Plan, the following definitions apply: AFS Convention means the International Convention on the Control of Harmful Anti-Fouling Systems on Ships, 2001. Anti-fouling coating system means the combination of all component coatings, surface treatments (including primer, sealer, binder, anti-corrosive and anti-fouling coatings) or other surface treatments, used on a ship to control or prevent attachment of unwanted aquatic organisms. Anti-fouling system means a coating, paint, surface treatment, surface, or device that is used on a ship to control or prevent attachment of unwanted organisms. Biofouling means the accumulation of aquatic organisms such as micro-organisms, plants, and animals on surfaces and structures immersed in or exposed to the aquatic environment. Biofouling can include microfouling and macrofouling (see below). Dry-docking means a period of time that the ship is out of water2. In-water cleaning means the physical removal of biofouling from a ship while in the water. Invasive aquatic species means a species which may pose threats to human, animal and plant life, economic and cultural activities and the aquatic environment. Marine Growth Prevention System (MGPS) means an anti-fouling system used for the prevention of biofouling accumulation in internal seawater cooling systems and sea chests and can include the use of anodes, injection systems and electrolysis. Member states means states that are members of the International Maritime Organization. Macrofouling means large, distinct multi-cellular organisms visible to the human eye such as barnacles, tubeworms, or fronds of algae. Microfouling means microscopic organisms including bacteria and diatoms and the slimy substances that they produce. Biofouling comprised of only microfouling is commonly referred to as a slime layer. Niche areas means areas on a ship that may be more susceptible to biofouling due to different hydrodynamic forces, susceptibility to coating system wear or damage, or being inadequately, or not, painted, e.g., sea chests, bow thrusters, propeller shafts, inlet gratings, dry-dock support strips, etc. Organization means the International Maritime Organization. Port state authority means any official or organization authorized by the government of a port state to verify the compliance and enforcement of standards and regulations relevant to the implementation of national and international shipping control measures. Ship means a vessel of any type whatsoever operating in the aquatic environment and includes hydrofoil boats, air-cushion vehicles, submersibles, floating craft, fixed or floating platforms, floating storage units (FSUs), floating production storage and off-loading units (FPSOs) and other moveable structures that can be partially or fully submerged .
The definition of Dry-docking and the extension of the definition of Ship to include other moveable structures that can be partially or fully submerged have been added to provide alignment with the requirements of the draft Anti-fouling and in-water cleaning guidelines recently developed by Australia and New Zealand (http://www.daff.gov.au/animal-plant-health/pestsdiseases-weeds/marine-pests/draft-anti-fouling-and-inwater-cleaning-guidelines).
States means coastal, port or member states as appropriate. Treatment means a process which may use a mechanical, physical, chemical or biological method to remove or render sterile, invasive or potentially invasive aquatic species fouling a ship.
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Objectives
The objectives of the Biofouling Management Plan (based on the Biofouling Guidelines) are to provide practical guidance to any interested parties, on measures to minimise the risk of transferring invasive aquatic species from ships' biofouling. It is important that biofouling management procedures be effective as well as environmentally safe, practical, designed to minimise costs and delays to the ship, and based on the Guidelines whenever possible. To minimise the transfer of invasive aquatic species, a ship should implement biofouling management practices, including the use of anti-fouling systems and other operational management practices to reduce the development of biofouling. The intent of such practices is to keep the ship's submerged surfaces and internal seawater cooling systems as free of biofouling as practical. A ship following this guidance and minimising macrofouling would have a reduced potential for transferring invasive aquatic species via biofouling. The management measures outlined within this Plan are intended to complement current maintenance practices carried out within the industry.
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the manufacturer and product names of all coatings or products used in the antifouling coating systems; and the anti-fouling system specifications (including dry film thickness for coatings, dosing and frequency for MGPSs, etc.) together with the expected effective life, operating conditions required for coatings to be effective, cleaning requirements and any other specifications relevant for paint performance. Anti-fouling systems and operational practices are the primary means of biofouling prevention and control for existing ships' submerged surfaces, including the hull and niche areas. An anti-fouling system can be a coating system applied to exposed surfaces, biofouling resistant materials used for piping and other unpainted components, marine growth prevention systems (MGPSs) for sea chests and internal seawater cooling systems, or other innovative measures to control biofouling. If an appropriate anti-fouling system is not applied, biofouling accumulation increases. The anti-fouling system used should comply with the AFS Convention, where necessary. Previous reports on the performance of the ship's anti-fouling systems should be included, if applicable, and the AFS certificate or statement of compliance or other documentation should also be referenced, as appropriate. Additional information about the installed anti-fouling system can be found in Appendix 1. [Insert a detailed description of the installed anti-fouling systems in Appendix 1] [Insert the International Anti Fouling System Certificate in Appendix 2]
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External hull surfaces: vertical sides flats boottop bow dome transom Hull appendages and fittings: bilge keels A-brackets stabiliser fins CP anodes Steering and propulsion: propeller propeller shaft stern tube seal anchor chain chain locker rope guard rudder bow/stern thrusters propeller thruster body tunnel tunnel grates Seawater intakes and internal seawater cooling systems: engine cooling system sea chests (identify number and position) sea chest grate internal pipework and heat exchanger fire-fighting system ballast uptake system auxiliary services system
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Niche areas for biofouling can be minimized if: anodes are flush-fitted to the hull; a rubber backing pad is inserted between the anode and the hull; or the gap is caulked. Caulking the gap will make the seam or joint watertight. If not flush-fitted, the hull surface under the anode and the anode strap should be coated with an anti-fouling coating system suitable for low water flow to prevent biofouling accumulation. If anodes are attached by bolts recessed into the anode surface, the recess should be caulked to remove a potential niche. 11.1.8 Pitot tubes Where retractable pitot tubes are fitted, the housing should be internally coated with an anti-fouling coating system suitable for static conditions. 11.1.9 Sea inlet pipes and overboard discharges Anti-fouling coating systems should be applied inside the pipe opening and accessible internal areas. The anti-corrosive or primer coating selected should be appropriate to the specific pipe material if this material is different to the hull. Care should be taken in surface preparation and coating application to ensure good adhesion and coating thickness.
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after a known or suspected marine pest or other species of concern is discovered in a ship's internal seawater cooling systems following damage to, or premature failure of, the anti-fouling system.
It is recommended that ship operators identify niche areas on the ship that may accumulate biofouling to enable these areas to be effectively targeted during inspections. These areas may include:
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propeller thrusters and propulsion units sea chests rudder stock and hinge stabiliser fin apertures rope guards, stern tube seals and propeller shafts cathodic protection anodes anchor chain and chain lockers free flood spaces inherent to the ships design sea chest and thruster tunnel grates echo sounders and velocity probes overboard discharge outlets and sea inlets
areas prone to anti-fouling coating system damage or grounding (e.g., areas of the hull damaged by fenders when alongside, leading edges of bilge keels and propeller shaft "y" frames). Diver and remotely operated vehicle (ROV) surveys can be practical options for in-water inspections although they do have limitations regarding visibility and available dive time compared with the area to be inspected, and difficulties with effectively accessing many biofouling prone niches.
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toxic effects related to substances within the anti-fouling coating system that could be released during the cleaning activity, and any subsequent damage to the anti-fouling coating system. Personnel proposing to undertake in-water cleaning should be aware of any regulations or requirements for the conduct of in-water cleaning, including any regulations regarding the discharge of chemicals into the marine environment and the location of sensitive areas (such as marine protected areas and ballast water exchange areas). Where significant macrofouling growth is detected, it should be removed or treated (if this can be done without damaging the anti-fouling system) in accordance with such regulations. Where available, appropriate technology should be used to minimise the release of both anti-fouling coating and paint debris, and viable adult, juvenile, or reproductive stages of macrofouling organisms. The collected material should be disposed of in a manner which does not pose a risk to the aquatic environment. For immersed areas coated with biocidal anti-fouling coatings, cleaning techniques should be used that minimise release of biocide into the environment. Cleaning heavily fouled anti-fouling coating systems can not only generate biofouling debris, but prematurely depletes the anti-fouling coating system and may create a pulse of biocide that can harm the local environment and may impact on future applications by the port authority for the disposal of dredge spoil. Depleted anti-fouling coating systems on hulls will rapidly re-foul. In-water cleaning or scrubbing of hulls for the purpose of delaying dry-dockings beyond the specified service life of the coating is therefore not recommended. Immersed areas coated with biocide-free anti-fouling coating systems may require regular in-water cleaning as part of planned maintenance to maintain hull efficiency and minimise the risk of transferring invasive aquatic species. Cleaning techniques should be used which do not damage the coating and impair its function. Regular polishing of uncoated propellers to maintain operational efficiency will also minimise macrofouling accumulation. Uncoated propeller shafts may require cleaning at the same time as the propeller. As a ship's routine propeller polishing will involve the use of divers, it is recommended that this opportunity is taken to assess sea chests, and other similar areas, for macrofouling. Any maintenance or repair activities should take care not to impede future in-service cleaning and/or maintenance, e.g., care should be taken to ensure sea chest grates do not become welded shut during repair work.
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any other details relevant to the processes (e.g., chemicals required for treatment, any discharge standards) and schedule of planned inspections.]
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efficiency, fit MGPS, and steam or hot water cleaning systems, grills and their opening arrangements designed for in-water inspection and maintenance.
2. Retractable fittings and equipment avoid external reinforcement (such as stiffeners)
their opening arrangements designed for in-water inspection, maintenance and operation.
4. Sponsons and hull blisters use fully enclosed in preference to free flooding types, with
and maintenance.
6. Immersible and seabed equipment ensure facilities for equipment washdown during
retrieval and enclosed washdown areas for cleaning of equipment on board, if necessary, are provided. Diver and remotely operated vehicle (ROV) surveys should be undertaken by people who are suitably qualified and experienced and familiar with biofouling and associated invasive aquatic species risks and the safety risks relating to in-water surveys. Regulatory authorities may have recommended or accredited biofouling inspection divers. [Insert details of specific operational or safety restrictions, including those associated with the management system that affects the ship and/or the crew.] [Insert description of companys safety procedures to be followed during ship inspections.]
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establishment and other impacts of biological material being released into the aquatic environment
2. treating and/or disposing of captured biological material in an environmentally
appropriate manner
3. scheduling of ships' arrival and departure at cleaning and maintenance facilities and at
locations where ships are moored while waiting for cleaning and maintenance to minimise the risk of fouled ships contaminating other ships and the surrounding environment
4. removing biofouling from all underwater surfaces of a ship when in dry-dock, including
niche areas
5. lowering or extending retractable equipment such as stabilisers, thrusters, transducers
and similar when a ship is in dry-dock or slipped, to permit access for the removal of biofouling from the equipment and its housing. Internal seawater cooling systems need to be regularly monitored to ensure effective biofouling control is maintained. Seawater cooling systems that operate while the ship is in port may be vulnerable to biofouling accumulation, and should be closely monitored. If seawater cooling systems become fouled, they should be appropriately treated. Any discharge of treated water from internal seawater cooling systems should be undertaken in accordance with applicable regulations. [Insert details of specific procedures for the disposal of biological waste generated by treatment or cleaning processes when the cleaning is conducted by, or under the direct supervision of, the shipowner, master or crew.]
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recorded in the Anti-fouling System Certificate), where and when the systems were installed, the areas of the ship coated, system maintenance and, where applicable, system operation
2. the dates and location of dry-dockings/slippings, including the date the ship was re-
floated, and any measures taken to remove biofouling or to renew or repair the antifouling system
3. the date and location of in-water inspections, the results of those inspections and any
systems, the results of these inspections, and any corrective action taken to deal with observed biofouling and any reported blockages
5. details of when the ship has been operating outside its normal operating profile,
including any details of when the ship was laid-up or inactive for extended periods of time. An example Biofouling Record Book and the information to be recorded are included in Appendix 3 of this Plan.
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ensure that biofouling management and/or treatment procedures are followed and recorded ensure adequate personnel and equipment are available for the execution of the planned biofouling management operations ensure all required biofouling management records are maintained and up-to-date, including the Biofouling Record Book where required, prepare the appropriate national or port biofouling declaration form before arrival undertake familiarisation and training of crew in biofouling management requirements and applicable shipboard systems and procedures perform other duties, as specified by the company.
The Master must ensure that the Biofouling Management Plan is clearly understood by the appointed officer and by any other ships staff that may be involved. The Biofouling Management Officer must keep the Master advised on the progress of biofouling management operations and any envisaged deviations from the agreed Plan.
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management procedures
4. biofouling management measures and associated safety procedures 5. relevant health and safety issues.
States and industry organisations should ensure that relevant marine training organisations are aware of these guidelines and include them in their syllabuses as appropriate. [Company specific training details (regimes, videos, etc) can be added in this section.]
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1. Introduction
The Biofouling Guidelines recommend that a Biofouling Record Book is maintained for each ship. This should record the details of all inspections and biofouling management measures undertaken on the ship.
method used for cleaning and the location of dry-dock support blocks
4. any anti-fouling coating system, including patch repairs, that was applied while dry-
docked (detail the type of anti-fouling coating system, the area and locations it was applied to, the coating thickness achieved and any surface preparation work undertaken (e.g., complete removal of underlying anti-fouling coating system or application of new anti-fouling coating system over the top of existing anti-fouling coating system))
5. name, position and signature of the person in charge of the activity for the ship.
2.2 When the hull area, fittings, niches and voids below the waterline have been inspected by divers: 1. date and location of the ship when diver-surveyed and reason for survey
2. area or side of the ship surveyed 3. general observations with regard to biofouling (i.e., extent of biofouling and
predominant biofouling types, e.g., mussels, barnacles, tubeworms, algae and slime)
4. what action was taken, if any, to remove or otherwise treat biofouling 5. any supporting evidence of the actions taken (e.g., report from the classification society
2.3 When the hull area, fittings, niches and voids below the waterline have been cleaned by divers: 1. date and location of the ship when cleaning/treatment occurred
2. hull areas, fittings, niches and voids cleaned/treated 3. methods of cleaning or treatment used 4. general observations with regard to biofouling (i.e., extent of biofouling and
predominant biofouling types, e.g., mussels, barnacles, tubeworms, algae and slime)
5. any supporting evidence of the actions taken (e.g., report from the classification society
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2.4 When the internal seawater cooling systems have been inspected and cleaned or treated: 1. date and location of the ship when inspection and/or cleaning occurred
2. general observations with regard to biofouling of internal seawater cooling systems
(i.e., extent of biofouling and predominant biofouling types, e.g., mussels, barnacles, tubeworms, algae, slime)
3. any cleaning or treatment undertaken 4. methods of cleaning or treatment used 5. any supporting evidence of the actions taken (e.g., report from the classification society
2.5 For ships with a MGPS fitted: 1. records of operation and maintenance (such as regularly monitoring the electrical and mechanical functions of the systems)
2. any instances when the system was not operating in accordance with the Biofouling
Management Plan. 2.6 Periods of time when the ship was laid up/inactive for an extended period of time: 1. date and location where the ship was laid up
2. date when the ship returned to normal operations 3. maintenance action taken before and following the period laid up 4. precautions taken to prevent biofouling accumulation (e.g., sea chests blanked off).
2.7 Periods of time when ship operating outside its normal operating profile: 1. duration and dates when the ship was not operating in accordance with its normal operating profile
2. reason for departure from normal operating profile (e.g., unexpected maintenance
required). 2.8 Details of official inspection or review of ship biofouling risk (for ships arriving internationally, if applicable): 1. date and location of the ship when inspection or review occurred
2. port state authority conducting the inspection/review and details of procedures followed
2.9 Any additional observations and general remarks: 1. Since the ship was last cleaned, has the ship spent periods of time in locations that may significantly affect biofouling accumulation (e.g., fresh water, high latitude (Arctic and Antarctic) or tropical ports)?
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The above-mentioned plans can also be found in the vessels plan library.
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