880-RICR-00-00-2
880-RICR-00-00-2. Rules and Regulations for the Use of the Port of Davisville, Rhode Island, USA Marine Terminals and Associated Facilities (version Adoption, 07/01/2015 to 11/27/2017)
Rules and Regulations for
the Use of the
Port of Davisville,
Rhode Island, USA
Marine Terminals and
Associated Facilities
Managed by the Quonset Development Corporation, Port of Davisville
Issued by:
Port of Davisville
2574 Davisville Road, North Kingstown, RI 02852 USA
(401) 294-2639
As authorized under
PORT OF DAVISVILLE TERMINAL TARIFF - xx/01/15
FMC Number:
019646
Published at:
http://www.portofdavisville.com
Effective:
July 1, 2015
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Table of Contents
SECTION 1 - Scope
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SECTION 2 - Compliance with Government Regulations
Page 3
SECTION 3 - Contact Information
Page 3
SECTION 4 - Applicability
Page 3
SECTION 5 - Business Hours, Observed Holidays
Page 4
SECTION 6 - Definitions
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SECTION 7 - Abbreviations
Page 5
SECTION 8 - Access by Person
Page 5
SECTION 9 - Permits and Inspections
Page 6
SECTION 10 - Solicitation
Page 6
SECTION 11 - Conduct
Page 6
SECTION 12 - Identifications cards
Page 7
SECTION 13 - Vehicle Access and Parking Policy
Page 8
SECTION 14 - Use of Facilities
Page 9
SECTION 15 - Mooring Alongside
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SECTION 16 - Hot Work and Vessel Maintenance
Page 10
SECTION 17 - Discharge of Sewage, Gray Water, Bilge Water, Oil,
Other Liquids, Stack Emissions, Trash
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SECTION 18 - Fueling (Bunkering) of Vessels
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SECTION 19 - Safety
Page 13
SECTION 20 - Dangerous Cargo
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SECTION 21 - Miscellaneous Rules and Regulations
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SECTION 1 - Scope
The Port of Davisville is operated by the Quonset Development Corporation (QDC), a
quasi-public corporation of the State of Rhode Island. The intent of these rules and
regulations is to specify a protocol for roles, responsibilities and communication between all
stakeholders requiring access to the Port of Davisville. These rules and regulations will
assist to promote accountability and to provide a good working relationship among
authorized parties using or accessing the marine terminals and related properties. For the
purposes of this document (Rules and Regulations), the Port of Davisville and Davisville
Port Authority are trade names used by the Quonset Development Corporation (QDC) and
shall refer to the QDC for business and legal matters.
SECTION 2 - Compliance with Government Regulations
The objective of these rules and regulations governing safety, security and other general
operating procedures is due in part to comply with federal, state and municipal regulations.
These regulations are in addition to those provisions contained in the current Terminal
Tariff Schedule and other operating policies of the QDC. The following Government
Regulations apply in the Port of Davisville and its associated properties:
1. MTSA Applicable - The Maritime Transportation Security Act (33 CFR Parts 101,
102, 103, ET AL) applies to the Port of Davisville. Those vessels subject to the Act
are required to interface with the QDC. This port is a border entry point, and all
persons, effects and vehicles are subject to search under Federal Statue 19 US Code
Section 482. The Port of Davisville is a Foreign Trade Zone and all persons, goods,
and conveyances are subject to search by US Customs & Border Protection Officers.
The Maritime Transportation Security Act (33 CFR part 105) applies to the Port of
Davisville. Except as otherwise provided herein, the rules, regulations, rates and
charges in this schedule will apply on all cargo delivered to or discharged from
vessels at the Port of Davisville. The QDC operates the terminal under a Facility
Security Plan approved by the U.S. Coast Guard.
2. FTZ Regulations -The Port of Davisville is a Foreign Trade Zone (#105) and all
persons, goods and conveyances are subject to search by U.S. Customs & Border
Protection Officers.
3. All such federal, state and municipal regulations as applicable.
SECTION 3 - Contact Information
Port of Davisville - (401) 294-2639 or port@portofdavisville.com
SECTION 4 - Applicability
1. Property - These rules and regulations are applicable to all piers, wharfs, sheds,
yards, buildings, trackage, roadways, and all properties, managed or operated by the
QDC at the Port of Davisville.
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2. Vessels - These Rules and Regulations apply to all vessels, agents, owners, masters,
crews, operators, truckers, rail personnel, contractors, suppliers and all other users of
the Port of Davisville.
3. Parties – These rules are applicable to and include natural persons, artificial persons,
corporations, partnerships, organizations, associations, sovereigns, governments,
nations, states, municipalities; their agents and instruments.
SECTION 5 - Business Hours, Observed Holidays
1. Business Hours - The hours of business are between 0700 and 1530, exclusive of
Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Services performed during non-business hours
shall be subject to special agreement with the QDC.
2. Observed Holidays - The QDC observes the following holidays:
New Year’s Day (January 1)*
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (third Monday in January)
Memorial Day (last Monday in May)
Independence Day (July 4)*
Victory Day (second Monday in August)
Labor Day (first Monday in September)
Columbus Day (second Monday in October)
Veteran’s Day (November 11)*
Thanksgiving (fourth Thursday in November)
Day after Thanksgiving (fourth Friday in November)
Christmas (December 25)*
*unless holiday falls on a weekend, then observed the following Monday
SECTION 6 - Definitions
Whenever used in these rules and regulations, the following terms shall have the following
meaning as indicated:
1. Currency - is defined as United States Dollars ($USD)
2. Manager - shall mean the Terminal Manager or FSO of the QDC Terminal Facility
or his/her authorized representative.
3. Port of Davisville and Port - The Port of Davisville or Port shall mean all marine
facilities including controlled berths and associated waterways, as well as associated
facilities under the control of the Quonset Development Corporation.
4. Solicitation - Written or verbal communication, approaching or initiating a
conversation with any person on terminal property, or any person employing or
inducing any other person to approach or initiate a conversation with any person on
terminal property, other than a person who is engaged in business authorized by the
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QDC for the sole purpose to service a vessel and /or the vessel’s cargo or
passengers.
5. Terminal - Any facility, leased or managed, by the Quonset Development
Corporation at the Port of Davisville Marine Terminal and related facilities used in
the transitioning of cargo from land to a waterborne vessel, or from a waterborne
vessel to land, or for the storage of cargo handled by the port or marine terminal on
its property, wharfs and piers.
SECTION 7- Abbreviations
When used, the following abbreviations shall mean:
$ or $USD
U.S. Currency (Dollar)
%
Percent or 1/100 of the whole
FMC
Federal Maritime Commission
FSO
Facility Security Officer
GRT
Gross Registered Ton
LBS
Pounds
LOA
Length Overall
NRT
Net Registered Tonnage
QDC
Quonset Development Corporation
SECTION 8 - Access by Persons
1. Access - Access to QDC terminal property is restricted under the U.S. Marine
Transportation Security Act. The marine facilities and associated properties of the
QDC are not public thoroughfares. Access to the public is limited unless authorized
by the Facility Security Officer (FSO) under the approved Facility Security Plan.
Personnel authorized to enter the terminal will be required to meet and verify
identification with on-site security.
2. Security Rules - The FSO shall establish rules for terminal access under the QDC
Facility Security Plan.
3. Visitors - Family, friends and acquaintances of passengers or crew will not be
permitted access to the vessel without the express permission of the FSO.
4. Denial of Access - The QDC reserves the right to revoke or deny access to the Port
of Davisville, or any other facility operated by QDC, for any person or company
who violates these rules and regulations. Upon refusal to leave QDC property, a
person who is denied access may be prosecuted as a trespasser.
5. Contractors - Outside contract personnel who seek access into the restricted area on
a regular basis must have a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential
(TWIC). Regular basis is defined by 10 or more admissions per calendar year. If a
person has been denied a TWIC card and still seeks admission, he/she will advise the
FSO to determine if an exception may be granted to allow entrance (See Employee
Certification, Section 12.3)
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6. Appeal of Denial of Access - Appeal of the denial of access may be made to the Port
Director whose decision shall be final.
7. Passenger and Crew Lists - A copy of the passenger and crew list for every vessel
shall be provided by the vessel to the FSO for use by security personnel.
SECTION 9 - Permits and Inspections
1. Pier Loading Permit - All vessels, or their owners or agents, desiring berths must
obtain a pier loading permit if deemed required by the QDC. The permit is not valid
until it is authorized and executed by the QDC. Procedures for obtaining a Pier
Loading Permit are located on the port website, www.portofdavisville.com.
2. Inspection of Vessels and Cargo - The QDC is authorized to enter upon and inspect
any vessel and its cargo in berth or at anchor in the harbor, to ascertain the kind and
quantity of merchandise of cargo on the vessel, or to identify or address safety
issues. No person or persons shall hinder, molest, or refuse entrance upon such
vessel for the purpose specified.
SECTION 10 - Solicitation
No person shall engage in solicitation of business or vessel personnel on terminal property,
including within the terminal premises.
SECTION 11 - Conduct
1. Responsibility - The QDC reserves the right to hold organizations, businesses,
representatives or agents responsible for any violations of these rules and
regulations.
2. Cooperation - All authorized representatives or agents of businesses or organizations
shall so conduct and carry on their business at the terminal as to maintain a
cooperative relationship with others engaged in authorized business at the terminal.
Said persons shall not engage in open and public disputes, disagreements, or
conflicts tending to deteriorate the quality of service or be incompatible to the best
interest of the terminal, the workers at the terminal or the port’s customers.
3. Impact on other Personnel - All authorized representatives or agents, businesses or
organizations, shall conduct themselves in an orderly and proper manner at all times
so as not to annoy, disturb or be offensive to personnel and others at the terminal.
Said persons shall not provide misleading information concerning their own service
or any other service at the terminal.
4. Inappropriate Language - Inappropriate language (including but not limited to
profanities, racial slurs or slants) and gestures will be considered offensive behavior
and will be punishable by the banishment of the individual(s) at the sole discretion
of the FSO.
5. Review and Appeal - Reviews of conduct violations shall take place within one
week of the violation with the Port Director and appropriate labor representative of
the party committing the violation to determine future admittance. Repeated
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violations will result in the loss of privilege to provide services in any terminal
facility. This loss of privilege, and the duration thereof, will be determined by the
Port Director whose decision shall be final.
6. Compliance - Anyone violating sections 11.02 through 11.04 may be removed from
the pier, by the Pier Master or FSO, or his/her authorized representative, for that day
after notification to the appropriate business manager or labor-management
representative. Such notification shall include reason or cause.
SECTION 12 - Identification Cards
1. Display of Identification Card - Anyone seeking admission into the Restricted Area
of the port (Terminal 1 or Terminal 2) must have a Port of Davisville Identification
card (Port ID) with them. A person seeking admission as a Temporary Visitor will
be issued a temporary port ID upon producing a government issued, picture-bearing
identification. This identification will be retained at the guard station until the
temporary identification is returned. This card must be presented to the Security
Guard, Pier Master or FSO upon request. A Temporary Visitor must have a TWIC
escort with them at all times.
2. The Port of Davisville - requires anyone who is a regular user of the Restricted Area
to maintain a TWIC card if they are eligible. A regular user is defined as someone
seeking entrance more than 10 times in a calendar year. Exception to this rule may
be granted by the Port Manager. Failure to obtain a TWIC by a regular user of the
Port of Davisville will result in the denial of admission. A record of dates of Non
TWIC admissions is maintained by the Port of Davisville as proof of this claim.
3. Employee Certification - Any business entity that requires its employee(s) or
contractor(s) to access the “Restricted Area” of the port (Terminals 1 and 2) must
notify the FSO in advance. If the FSO authorizes such business entity to access the
Restricted Areas, the entity must have a manager sign all employee or contractor’s
Port ID application to confirm their employment status. These cards are provided
without cost and remain the property of the Quonset Development Corporation.
Applications for Port IDs are provided by the Port of Davisville Operations office
(tel: 401-294-2639) during regular business hours. When an employee or contractor
is terminated, the company’s affirming manager is required to notify the FSO (tel:
401-294-2639) to cancel the card’s ACTIVE EMPLOYEE status. Employees
possessing a TWIC card must provide it at the time the Port ID is issued. If the
employee does not possess a TWIC card, a government identification bearing a
picture must be provided (see 12.2 for limits). A copy of this identification will be
retained by the Port of Davisville Upon expiration of a TWIC card, the employee
must present the new TWIC card for reissuance of an updated Port ID.
4. Port ID’s - Port ID’s are limited to ONE per person. False claims of loss or theft
may result in denial of admission by the FSO.
5. Escort Policy - Anyone seeking access to the “Restricted Area” of the port
(Terminals 1 and 2) must have a TWIC card or be accompanied by a TWIC card
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holder. This escort status must be acknowledged by the TWIC holder at the point of
gate entry where an Escort Record is maintained by the guard.
SECTION 13 –Vehicle Access and Parking Policy
1. Pier Parking Permits - Persons or vehicles entering pier areas must display a pier
permit issued by the FSO or his/her designee.
2. Parking Regulations - The designation of parking areas, parking rules and
regulations, including parking fees, shall be at the sole determination of the FSO. It
shall be unlawful to park vehicles in other than approved parking areas. All persons
violating this restriction shall have the vehicles towed away at the sole expense and
risk of owner or operator of vehicle.
3. Parking Areas - Parking for badge holders will be in designated areas on QDC
property only. Such areas will be determined by the FSO.
4. Vehicle Warning Lights/Alarms - Maintenance or vehicles working on piers or in
terminal yards, when moving or stationary in working areas, shall display an
operating overhead warning light. All maintenance vehicles shall be equipped with
backup alarms.
5. Vehicle Access to Vessel - Access to a berthed vessel by taxi, van, bus or other
vehicle shall not be granted by the vessel without permission of the FSO or designee.
6. Searches - All vehicles and persons permitted to travel on piers may be searched by
port security personnel prior to being permitted into the terminal.
7. Stores - Vessels or persons receiving stores shall be responsible for delivery
inspections at the terminal, or when deliveries are made from outside the terminal to
the delivery docks or vessels.
8. Vehicle Escort - Vehicles requiring access to the pier shall be escorted to a point
deemed appropriate by the FSO. Such point shall be clear of gangway access,
bollards, leads of lines, building doors and pedestrian flow.
9. Licenses - Drivers of vehicles authorized to enter the terminal shall present their
photo license, delivery order or manifest, and shall receive a vehicle pass. Drivers
shall be instructed as to the terminal’s traffic pattern and be monitored when
transiting to their delivery or pick up location.
10. Seat Belts - Seat belts will be worn by all personnel on QDC property at all times
when vehicles are in motion.
11. Vehicle Access During Cargo Operations - No vehicles will be allowed in cargo
handling areas during cargo operations. All vehicles entering QDC restricted areas
are subject to screening.
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SECTION 14 - Use of Facilities
1. Capacity of Facilities -The QDC does not obligate itself to provide vessel berthing,
storage, equipment, labor, or other form of services beyond the reasonable capacity
of its facilities.
2. Arrangements for Use of Facilities - When shippers, consignees, rail, motor freight
or water carriers intend to conduct business at the Port, arrangements must be made
in advance for the handling or storage of cargo or equipment, otherwise the QDC
retains the right to decline such business.
3. Consent of Users - The use of the facilities under the jurisdiction of the QDC shall
constitute a consent to the terms and conditions of these regulations, as well as an
agreement on the part of all vessels, their owners or agents and other users of QDC
facilities to pay all charges specified in the port’s Tariff schedule and be governed
by all rules and regulations of the QDC.
4. MARSEC Information - Vessels will contact Davisville Port Control by VHF
Channel 12 (call sign WCR9113) prior to docking for current MARSEC
information.
5. Declaration of Security - The Declaration of Security (DoS) as specified under the
U.S. Code of Federal Regulations will be signed by the Vessel Security Officer and
port’s FSO or designee. The vessel will comply with all items listed on the DoS
while in port.
6. Notifications - The vessel will notify Davisville Port Control by email to
port@portofdavisville.com if any crew or passengers intend to disembark and
provide the names of all personnel leaving the ship. The vessel will provide advance
notification of any visitors, and stores or goods to be delivered to the vessel while in
port. The vessel must notify Davisville Port Control and the U.S. Coast Guard of
any maritime incidents while in port.
7. Gangway - The vessel is responsible for posting gangway watch and posting a
lookout while in port. The vessel is responsible for checking identification and
screening of all personnel, hand carried items, baggage, and stores before boarding
the vessel.
8. Assigned Berths - All vessels are required to use the assigned berths; assignments of
berth are non-transferable. In the event of failure to use berths as and when assigned,
the QDC reserves the right to use such unoccupied berth for other purposes.
9. Movement of Vessels -The QDC may order a vessel to move at the vessel’s expense.
Any vessel, which is not moved promptly upon notice, may be shifted and any
expenses involved including damage to vessel or to QDC property shall be charged
to the vessel. Vessels berthing at the terminal shall at all times have on board
sufficient personnel to move said vessel.
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SECTION 15 - Mooring Alongside
1. Mooring Lines - The vessel is responsible, at all times, for keeping all mooring lines
tightly secured. Supplemental mooring lines and/or fenders may be required by the
FSO as conditions dictate.
2. Rat Guards - The vessel shall deploy, properly affix and maintain rat guards on all
mooring lines after berthing and when alongside piers.
3. Vessels Alongside - The vessel is responsible, at all times, for keeping all mooring
lines of nested vessels, tightly secured whenever supply vessels, bunker barges or
other vessels are tied up alongside.
4. Winches - The vessel is responsible, at all times, for tending all mooring winches to
insure that the vessel is adequately moored alongside the berth. This shall include
the frequent inspection of constant tension winches.
5. Tugs - The vessel is responsible, at all times, and for keeping direct communications
with tugs attending them while docking or undocking, when moored at terminal
piers or in case of emergencies.
6. Adequate Crew Aboard - All vessels berthed at piers controlled by the QDC shall at
all times have sufficient crew to comply with orders issued by the QDC and to tend
or move the vessel at all times.
7. Weather and Traffic - The vessel shall, at all times, pay strict attention to weather
conditions, water levels, currents, condition of mooring or other circumstances while
at the terminal. In the event of a deep draft vessel transit, operations as well as
access to/from the vessel may be suspended and the gangway removed until any
vessel surge has abated.
8. Line Handling - The QDC does not provide line handling services. Services may be
contracted through a licensed stevedore or other approved provider.
SECTION 16 - Hot Work and Vessel Maintenance
1. Permit Process - Maintenance permits must be obtained from the QDC for all
intended maintenance or hot work who shall review the scope of the work, safety
procedures and fire prevention plans. The determination by the QDC to issue or
deny a maintenance or hot work permit shall be final. No permit shall be valid until
it is signed by the FSO.
2. Permit for Vessel Maintenance - A permit issued by the FSO is required for hot
work and other maintenance on vessels at QDC berths, including interior work. No
contractors shall be granted access to the port until a valid maintenance permit has
been issued for the associated work.
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3. Compliance - All hot work shall be conducted in accordance with the rules and
regulations established by the QDC and fire safety standards.
4. Paint Chips - Chipping paint on the hull or other part of the vessel where paint chips
may enter the water is prohibited.
5. Painting - Painting of the hull or other part of the vessel where paint may enter the
water or fall on pier areas is prohibited.
SECTION 17 - Discharge of Sewage, Gray Water, Bilge Water, Oil or Other Liquids,
Stack Emissions, Trash
1. Overboard Discharge – The discharge of any substance from the vessel into the
water while at berth shall be prohibited, unless it is permitted by federal or state law.
2. Sewage Discharge - The QDC does not provide facilities for the discharge of
sewage. A contractor arranged for by the vessel and authorized by the QDC shall
remove bilge water, oil or other liquid materials.
3. Stack Emissions - The visible emission of stack gasses or other emissions that
contain any odors as deemed objectionable by the FSO while berthed at the Port of
Davisville is prohibited.
4. Trash - The disposal of trash into the water is prohibited. A QDC licensed contractor
arranged for by the vessel must remove trash.
5. Refuse Material - Rubbish, refuse or other material must be removed from pier,
bulkhead, or other areas within the confines of Port of Davisville or other property
controlled by the QDC, by the person placing it there, upon demand of the QDC,
otherwise it will be removed at the expense of the party responsible and subject to a
$500.00 fine.
6. Abandoned Cargo - The vessel shall bear the expense of removing from piers
abandoned cargo, such as damaged or unaccepted goods, and shall be responsible for
payment of wharfage, storage and other accrued charges on such cargo.
SECTION 18- Fueling (Bunkering) of Vessels
1. Fueling (Bunkering) - Fueling at QDC piers by truck or vessel is permitted with the
permission of the FSO.
2. Insurance - Vendors shall provide proof of liability insurance to the Davisville Port
Operations office, naming the QDC as co-insured. The level of insurance shall be
determined by the Port Director whose decision shall be final.
3. Pre-Transfer Procedures - When a vessel takes on bunkers or fuel, a pre-transfer
conference shall be held with the vessel, vendor and FSO. A Ship/Shore safety list
shall be completed and include a pre-transfer Declaration of Inspection. A copy shall
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be completed and submitted to the FSO by the vessel and vendor before transfer
operations begin.
4. Smoking - Smoking shall not be allowed on vessel weather decks or the pier during
transfer operations.
5. Signage - Proper signage stating “No Smoking, No Visitors, and No Open Lights”
shall be posted at the head of the gangway on the pier during fueling operations in
conformance with federal regulations.
6. Tow Wires - Emergency towing wires, as directed by the FSO, shall be properly
rigged on the offshore side of vessels when fueling forward and aft. These wires are
to be kept near the water surface at all times.
7. Fire Safety- Prior to transfer operations, at least two ship fire hoses shall be laid out
and connected to the fire main nearest the transfer station; one forward and one aft.
At least two handheld dry chemical fire extinguishers shall be conveniently placed
for use at the ship’s manifold.
8. Spill Plan - A spill containment and response plan must be filed with the QDC in
advance for review by the FSO.
9. Containment - Proper spill containment must be provided by the vessel at or near the
manifold, including if necessary, plugging of vessel scuppers.
10. Communications - The vessel and vendor shall maintain direct communications with
each other at all times during transfer operations.
11. Notices - The FSO shall be notified in advance that fueling operations will take
place. In the event of a spill onboard or into the water, it is the Master’s
responsibility to shut down operations, immediately notify the U.S. Coast Guard and
other required federal, state and local authorities, including the QDC, and contain the
spill.
12. Access to Vessel - Access to the vessel by way of the gangway will not normally be
prohibited or restricted during fueling operations. The FSO shall prohibit access to
the vessel if, in his/her opinion, an unsafe situation has developed or is developing.
13. Flags and Lights - During fueling operations a “Bravo” flag shall be flown on the
vessel where clearly visible. A red light shall be displayed on the mast in times of
darkness or restricted visibility.
14. Emergency Shutdown - If the Master, FSO, or Person in Charge (PIC) of fueling
operations finds cause or suspects a cause of an unsafe condition, or the potential of
a spill, the transfer operations shall immediately stop. Transfer operations shall also
be stopped during thunderstorms.
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SECTION 19 - Safety
1. Compliance - All safety regulations as established by the QDC or under federal
regulations shall be complied with at all times.
2. Personal Safety Equipment - Personal safety equipment is required to be used at all
times by terminal staff, contract labor, truck drivers, rail and vessel crews in open
terminal areas. This shall include, as appropriate, floatation work vests or coats, hard
hats, hearing protection, steel-toed shoes, high visibility safety vests, lifejackets, and
clothing offering full body coverage, respirators, gloves or other equipment.
3. Medical Emergencies - In the event of serious injury or illness, at the terminal or on
a vessel, the local Medical Rescue Service shall be called and first aid administered
as required until Emergency Medical personnel arrive. Notification shall be made by
calling 911.
4. Safety Inspections - The FSO or designee reserves the right to conduct safety
inspections of vessels to insure they are in compliance with the QDC Marine
Terminal Rules and Regulations. The FSO or local Fire Department may carry out
such inspections without notice.
5. Crane Operations - QDC reserves the right to shut down crane operations and
associated cargo handling for any safety violation(s) or if conditions are deemed
unsafe.
SECTION 20 - Dangerous Cargo
1. Hazmat or Dangerous Shipments - Shipments of dangerous and hazardous cargoes
moving via QDC marine terminals must be documented, marked, labeled, and/or
placarded according to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and other
applicable Federal Regulations.
2. Information Required - Port users who offer hazardous materials for transportation
must provide the following federally required information:
a. Complete shipper’s name, address, and telephone number in case of
emergencies.
b. Carrier’s name and address.
c. Complete consignee’s name and address, including the overseas port of
destination on export shipments.
d. The proper DOT shipping technical name of the product involved.
e. Hazardous class of material being shipped.
f. Quantity of the material, kinds and number of containers and individual
weights or total weight.
g. Shipper’s certification and proper labeling is required per applicable
federal regulations and international hazcom rules.
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3. Special Instructions - Properly documented special instructions, exceptions and
exemption information, if required, shall be included with each shipment.
4. Class 1 or Class 7 Cargo - Neither class 1 (explosive) nor class 7 (radioactive)
hazardous cargoes may remain on the QDC property beyond what is necessary to
transfer the cargo to or from the vessel.
5. Permits - Shippers of dangerous articles are required to comply with all regulations
and must present necessary permits from proper authorities, as well as obtaining
permission from the Terminal Operator, before such cargo shall be received on or
transferred at the terminal.
6. Watchmen - Vessels may be required to employ special watchmen at their expense
to keep vigil over any dangerous cargo on the terminal in order to protect property
against fire or other hazards until the condition is eliminated.
7. Application of Charges - Minimum charges for all dangerous and hazardous cargoes
for wharfage and dockage apply. See the Terminal Tariff for current charges.
SECTION 21 - Miscellaneous Rules and Regulations
1. Dunnage and Pallets - The vessel is responsible for the removal of all dunnage and
pallets or other material associated with stores or cargo.
2. Unlawful Acts - Persons conducting unlawful acts are subject to the actions of state
or local police.
3. Additional Security - The FSO may require additional security personnel for vessels
or associated cargos at the sole cost to the vessel.
4. Military and Public Vessels Crew Security - Military and public vessels calling on
the port, may at the discretion of the FSO, be required to provide additional security
at the vessel’s expense or supplement security with vessel personnel as deemed
appropriate by the FSO.
5. Searches - All vehicles and persons permitted to travel on piers may be searched by
port security personnel prior to being permitted into the terminal.
6. Firearms, Ammunition and Explosives - Only duly authorized security personnel,
law enforcement officers, members of the armed forces on official duty may carry
weapons, ammunition or explosives in the QDC terminal or on its associated
facilities. No firearm, ammunition or explosives shall be transported in any luggage
or other packages off or onto a vessel.
7. Discharge of Weapons - Discharge or use of any weapon at the terminal is
prohibited, except by law enforcement personnel in the performance of official
duties.
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8. Safety of Law Enforcement Personnel - Cargo operations and vessel access shall be
shut down by the FSO if deemed necessary for the safety of law enforcement
personnel.
9. Alcoholic Beverages and Drugs - The possession or use of alcoholic beverages,
controlled substances or illegal drugs within the Port of Davisville area is prohibited.
10. Persons Intoxicated - Intoxicated or troublesome persons may be confined to their
vessel by the vessel master and denied access to the terminal. In the event of an
altercation at the terminal, the FSO shall notify terminal security and police.
11. Smoking - There shall be no smoking on any weather deck or any location on the
dock. The Master shall designate interior smoking areas on the vessel. Smoking in
terminal buildings is prohibited.
12. Lifeboat Suspension - Lifeboats or other items shall not be suspended over the side
of the vessel without the FSO’s authorization.
13. Landing Skiffs - The vessel shall not land skiffs, small boats or other types of craft
onto the terminal, or adjacent waters without the FSO’s authorization.
14. Radioactive Material - Radioactive material may not be handled at the terminal
without express permission of the FSO.
15. Compressed Gas - The delivery or removal of compressed gas bottles from a vessel
is permitted. Bottles shall remain aboard the vessel until delivery or removal is
expected.
16. Handicapped Access – Vessels are responsible for the safe transit of all handicapped
persons traveling in the terminal..
17. Confinement of Visitors and Crew -The FSO or security staff reserves the right to
prevent access to QDC property by workers, visitors and/or vessel crew for safety,
security or other appropriate reasons.
18. Long Term Berth Leases - The FSO reserves the right to establish leases for long
term berthing which shall contain provisions for compliance with these regulations.
19. Public Tours of Vessels -Tours of vessels by the general public are not permitted
unless pre-arranged and approved by the FSO in conformance with federal security
regulations. Any costs associated with the management of public tours, security, or
additional port staff shall be at the sole cost of the vessel.
20. Fishing Vessels and Other Craft Mooring at Terminal - All fishing vessels, crews,
agents or persons conducting business with fishing vessels or other commercial
vessels moored at the QDC terminal and authorized to be on the facility shall
comply with all rules and regulations as set forth herein.
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21. Lay Berthing - All crews, agents or persons connected with vessels that are berthed
at the marine terminal in inactive status shall be required to comply with all rules
and regulations as set forth herein.
22. Lay Berthing Inspections - All requirements for inspections, compliance with federal
and other regulations, as well as vessel access and other requirements for any vessel
berthed at the terminal in short or long-term lay berthing (inactive status) shall be
included in the lay berthing agreement between the FSO and the vessel owner,
operator or agent.
23. Responsibility for Loss or Damage - The QDC, its officers, agents or employees
shall not be responsible and not be held liable for loss or damage, by whomsoever
caused, to vessels, merchandise or any other property handled at or upon Port of
Davisville, or stored thereon, either by fire, water, flood, action of the elements,
collision, explosion, theft, negligence, riot, strike or other cause, except where it is
due to the QDC's own negligence.
24. Damage to Property - Any damage done to the pier, buildings, utilities, other
structures or equipment at the port by a vessel or otherwise, must be immediately
reported to the QDC, together with the name of the person responsible. The expense
of the repair of such damage, or injuries or deaths to any persons, shall be paid by
said vessel or person, or agent of said vessel or person, except where it is due to the
QDC's own negligence.
25. Access to Shipping Records - Vessel owners, agents, and masters will be required to
permit the QDC to have access to the cargo manifest and any other transportation
documents necessary for the correct assessment of charges, business of the Port or
verification of vessel information.
26. Commercial Contractors - All outside maintenance contracted by leases, vessels,
vessel owners, or agents must receive clearance through the QDC prior to entering
into any work at Port of Davisville. All contractors must operate in compliance with
the Facility Security Plan and provide escorts with a federally issued TWIC and
terminal badge as required.
27. Removal of Objectionable Freight -The QDC reserves the right to move freight or
other material at the risk and expense of the owner which, in its judgment is liable to
damage other goods, to another location on the piers, or to private facilities.
28. Responsibility for Demurrage or Detention -The QDC does not assume
responsibility for delays of any nature, demurrage to vessels or railroad cars, or
detention of vessels, arising from any cause whatsoever.
29. Stevedoring - All stevedoring companies performing work at the Port of Davisville
shall possess a valid stevedoring license issued by the QDC, which can be obtained
by contacting the Port of Davisville at port@portofdavisville.com, and shall be
required to file with the QDC a certificate of insurance showing proper coverage for
the following:
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a. General Liability including legal liability for bodily injury and property
damage in the amount not less than $1,000,000.
b. Automobile Liability in the amount not less than $1,000,000.
c. Workers Compensation including the Longshore and Harbor Workers’
Act and Employers Liability in the amount not less than $1,000,000.
d. Umbrella coverage in the amount not less than $15,000,000.
30. Insurance not Included -The charges provided for herein do not include insurance of
any kind, nor will such insurance be provided by the QDC under their policies.
31. Obstruction of Roadway, Rail and Platforms - The roadways, rail lines, and
platforms on the property of the piers shall be kept clear for traffic. No materials,
cars or trucks shall be allowed to remain or be stored upon or near such areas. Any
property remaining on said roadways and platforms may be removed by the QDC at
the expense and risk of the owner of the property.
32. Pier Passes - All vehicles entering the restricted area must possess a valid pier pass
and drivers enter at their own risk.
33. Property not Public Thoroughfares - The piers and other property controlled by the
QDC are not public thoroughfares and all persons entering thereon do so at their
own risk. The QDC reserves the right to refuse admittance to the port/pier area and
to require the removal from the premises of any person for any reason whatsoever.
34. Fishing - Fishing off piers or property managed by the QDC is prohibited.
35. Open Flames - No person shall light any matches or use or carry any open flame or
non-approved lantern, or permit any lighting of any match or the use or carrying of
any open flame or non-approved lantern in the sheds or in the open storage area.
36. Cleaning of Operational Areas - It will be the responsibility of stevedore(s)
concerned to take such action as shall be deemed necessary to return all operational
areas, including but not limited to, pier property, transit sheds, and open storage
areas to a condition considered acceptable to the QDC. If such action is not
completed within 24 hours after the completion of the vessel concerned, the QDC
will take appropriate action to accomplish whatever clean-up may be required. The
stevedore(s) will be billed by the QDC immediately upon completion of the action.
37. Standby Dockage - Standby dockage applies to those vessels berthed at the Port of
Davisville piers and not in process of discharging or loading cargo. Berthing
facilities will be allocated to vessels in this category on an "as available" basis, and
in all cases, these vessels will carry a lesser priority than those destined to load or
unload at the Port of Davisville piers. Vessels requesting standby dockage will be
subject to the provisions of these rules and regulations and applicable tariff
provisions.
38. Limits of Liability -The Port of Davisville is not responsible for any costs incurred
by users of their facilities for delays as the result of labor stoppages or slowdowns,
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or port owned equipment failure. No provision contained in these regulations shall
limit nor relieve the QDC from liability for its own negligence nor require any
person, vessel, or lessee to indemnify or hold harmless the QDC from liability for its
own negligence.
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Notice Given: 04/23/2015
End of Public Comment Period: 05/26/2015
Filing Date: 06/11/2015
Effective Date: 07/01/2015
ERLID #: 8102