{"id":1847,"date":"2025-07-31T14:22:18","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T07:22:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vietmarinecontrol.com.vn\/?p=1847"},"modified":"2025-07-31T14:27:38","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T07:27:38","slug":"vm-control-ensuring-cargo-safety-through-hold-watertightness-surveys","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vietmarinecontrol.com.vn\/en\/vm-control-ensuring-cargo-safety-through-hold-watertightness-surveys\/","title":{"rendered":"VM CONTROL \u2013 ENSURING CARGO SAFETY THROUGH HOLD WATERTIGHTNESS SURVEYS"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"690\"><em>In the maritime transport industry, the watertightness of cargo holds plays a crucial role in ensuring cargo safety\u2014especially for dry bulk commodities that are highly susceptible to water damage, such as coal, cement, rice, flour, and steel. Therefore, conducting a <strong data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"587\">Cargo Hold Watertightness Survey using the Hose Test method<\/strong> is mandatory and strictly required by shipowners, cargo owners, and international insurance companies.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"732\"><strong data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"732\">1. Purpose of the Hose Test<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"1084\">The <strong data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"751\">Hose Test<\/strong> method is carried out to verify the watertight integrity of cargo hold hatch covers and associated contact points such as rubber gaskets, compression bars, coaming channels, locking cleats, and division plates. It helps detect any leakage points where rainwater or seawater could penetrate into the cargo hold during transportation.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1142\"><strong data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1142\">2. Hose Test Survey Procedure by VM CONTROL<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1287\">VM CONTROL conducts the Hose Test survey in strict compliance with international standards, ensuring transparency and accuracy in every result:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1312\"><strong data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1312\">Step 1: Preparation<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1572\">\n<li data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1396\">\n<p data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1396\">Check weather conditions (testing is not conducted during rain or strong wind).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1459\">\n<p data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1459\">Clean the surface of hatch covers and rubber gasket areas.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1572\">\n<p data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1572\">Prepare equipment: water hose with minimum pressure of 0.5 bar, water pressure gauge, and stable water source.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1610\"><strong data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1610\">Step 2: Performing the Hose Test<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1878\">\n<li data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1683\">\n<p data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1683\">Securely close all hatch covers as they would be during sea passage.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1810\">\n<p data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1810\">Spray water evenly over the entire perimeter of the hatch covers, especially at vulnerable areas (joints, locks, gaskets).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1878\">\n<p data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1878\">Spray duration: minimum of 1 minute per meter of hatch perimeter.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1917\"><strong data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1917\">Step 3: Observation and Recording<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"2086\">\n<li data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"1990\">\n<p data-start=\"1920\" data-end=\"1990\">Observe from inside the hold to identify any water ingress or leaks.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2086\">\n<p data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2086\">Record the exact location and severity of any leaks using photos, videos, and detailed notes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2109\"><strong data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2109\">Step 4: Reporting<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2353\">\n<li data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2226\">\n<p data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2226\">Prepare a field inspection report with acknowledgment from the ship\u2019s representative and the attending surveyor.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2353\">\n<p data-start=\"2229\" data-end=\"2353\">Issue the official <strong data-start=\"2248\" data-end=\"2268\">Hose Test Report<\/strong>, which holds legal value and can be used for commercial or insurance claim purposes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"2360\" data-end=\"2416\"><strong data-start=\"2364\" data-end=\"2416\">3. Advantages of VM CONTROL\u2019s Hose Test Services<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2756\">\n<li data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2512\">\n<p data-start=\"2420\" data-end=\"2512\"><strong data-start=\"2420\" data-end=\"2445\">Experienced surveyors<\/strong> with deep knowledge of vessel structures and cargo hold systems.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2513\" data-end=\"2599\">\n<p data-start=\"2515\" data-end=\"2599\"><strong data-start=\"2515\" data-end=\"2535\">Modern equipment<\/strong>, ensuring proper water pressure and flow rate during testing.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2600\" data-end=\"2683\">\n<p data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2683\"><strong data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2639\">Bilingual inspection certificates<\/strong>, suitable for international transactions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2684\" data-end=\"2756\">\n<p data-start=\"2686\" data-end=\"2756\"><strong data-start=\"2686\" data-end=\"2721\">Fast \u2013 Flexible \u2013 24\/7 services<\/strong> at all major ports across Vietnam.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"2763\" data-end=\"2796\"><strong data-start=\"2767\" data-end=\"2796\">4. Practical Applications<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2798\" data-end=\"3087\">VM CONTROL has successfully conducted <strong data-start=\"2836\" data-end=\"2869\">hundreds of Hose Test surveys<\/strong> at key ports such as <strong data-start=\"2891\" data-end=\"2955\">Phu My, Cai Mep, Vung Tau, Hai Phong, Cam Pha, and Dung Quat<\/strong>, helping to safeguard cargo and enhance the reputation of shipowners and exporters\/importers both domestically and internationally.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3094\" data-end=\"3161\">\ud83d\udcde <strong data-start=\"3097\" data-end=\"3161\">Contact us today for prompt consultation and on-site support<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3163\" data-end=\"3496\"><strong data-start=\"3163\" data-end=\"3219\">VIET MARINE CONTROL JOINT STOCK COMPANY \u2013 VM CONTROL<\/strong><br data-start=\"3219\" data-end=\"3222\" \/><strong data-start=\"3222\" data-end=\"3234\">Address:<\/strong> 1831\/10\/9, Huynh Tan Phat Street, Quarter 2, Nha Be Commune, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam<br data-start=\"3321\" data-end=\"3324\" \/><strong data-start=\"3324\" data-end=\"3336\">Hotline:<\/strong> +84 981 600 440 \/ +84 918 114 742<br data-start=\"3370\" data-end=\"3373\" \/><strong data-start=\"3373\" data-end=\"3385\">Website:<\/strong> <a class=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/www.vietmarinecontrol.com.vn\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"3386\" data-end=\"3453\">www.vietmarinecontrol.com.vn<\/a><br data-start=\"3453\" data-end=\"3456\" \/><strong data-start=\"3456\" data-end=\"3466\">Email:<\/strong> <a class=\"cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"3467\" data-end=\"3496\">info@vietmarinecontrol.com.vn<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the maritime transport industry, the watertightness of cargo holds plays a crucial role in ensuring cargo safety\u2014especially for dry bulk commodities that are highly susceptible to water damage, such as coal, cement, rice, flour, and steel. 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