A container vessel had been at anchor for a week waiting for its berth. When the berth was free, the vessel berthed starboard side alongside. The cargo operation began as soon as the vessel was cleared.

It was early morning, just before dawn, with clear skies and light winds. The Chief Officer was in the cargo office going through the stowage plan. The stevedore supervisor entered and handed him the loading plan which they briefly discussed. The supervisor said they would try to work as quickly as possible as there were a lot of vessels waiting to berth. Three gantry cranes were planned for the cargo operation. The Chief Officer provided the supervisor with the lashing plan.

The Chief Officer was not on his regular four-eight watch but was trying to be available during the entire cargo operation.

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