Welcome to Bristol Port Safety Information for Crew Visiting the Dock Estate Welcome to Bristol Port
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Welcome to Bristol Port Safety Information for crew visiting the Dock Estate Welcome to Bristol Port BRISTOL'S GLOBAL GATEWAY Welcome to Bristol’s Global Gateway, one of the UK’s major ports. Bristol Port spans across 2,600 acres and owns and operates both Royal Portbury and Avonmouth Docks . This booklet contains information to keep you safe and rules to adhere to when visiting the Port. Information PLEASE MAKE YOURSELF AWARE! Make yourself aware of the following publications and forms that you may require when arriving at Bristol Port, these can all be accessed here www.bristolport.co.uk/marine-documentation General Byelaws Waste management Bristol Port Pilotage Procedures and Policies Bristol Port Navigation Advice Towage guidelines Bristol Port bunkering Guidelines guidelines Consultation Notice to mariners Emergency responses Environment Follow these rules Wear life jackets No Safety helmet if within 1 metre Smoking must be worn of the quay edge Eye protection High visibility Safety footwear must be worn clothing must must be worn be worn Follow these rules Do not stand under Follow Listen out for moving or Rules and warning signals suspended loads Procedures and alarms Follow marked Follow Speed Do not breach the walkways where Limits Port’s policy on practical alcohol and drugs Crew on the quayside SAFETY - THE KEY WORD In the interests of safety, crew must not walk across any operational areas. Make sure you attract the attention of Port personnel before crossing operational areas. Be vigilant of any trespassers to your vessel and report any suspicious activities or behaviours to the Port Police on ext. 4444 or +44 (0)1275 375787 Reporting an emergency ACTION Telephone emergency services on 999 then telephone Port of Bristol Police on +44 (0)117 982 0000- extension: 4444. If incident involves toxic gases, take cover in a building or ship's accommodation ensuring you close all doors, windows, vents etc. EVACUATION If instructed to evacuate, move to your designated assembly point in an orderly manner. Do not return to incident area. Do not drive vehicles from the incident area. Severnside Sirens Go In Stay In Tune In The Severnside Sirens warn people of possible incidents involving dangerous substances in Avonmouth. If you hear them: Go In Stay In Tune In The Severnside Siren System is tested monthly on the third day of each month at 1500. EASTERN ARM OIL BASIN CONTAINER TERMINAL Avonmouth Dock J Royal Portbury Dock T: 0117 982 0000 E: [email protected] W: www.bristolport.co.uk.