Cargo
The process of measuring the empty space (ullage) in a cargo tank to determine the amount of liquid cargo loaded or remaining.
Quick answer: The process of measuring the empty space (ullage) in a cargo tank to determine the amount of liquid cargo loaded or remaining.
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The process of measuring the empty space (ullage) in a cargo tank to determine the amount of liquid cargo loaded or remaining.
Ullage Survey matters because it supports clear communication in Cargo contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.
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In this glossary, Ullage Survey refers to: The process of measuring the empty space (ullage) in a cargo tank to determine the amount of liquid cargo loaded or remaining.
In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "After loading is complete, conduct an ullage survey of all cargo tanks and report the figures to the terminal representative."
Ullage Survey matters because it supports clear communication in Cargo contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.
Ullage Survey is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.
In this glossary, Ullage Survey is grouped under Cargo. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.
This definition is sourced from IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG and published by Protermify Maritime as a static maritime reference page.
The process of measuring the empty space (ullage) in a cargo tank to determine the amount of liquid cargo loaded or remaining.
After loading is complete, conduct an ullage survey of all cargo tanks and report the figures to the terminal representative.
English reference definition
IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG
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