The London P&I Club says it has recently received reports of a substantial claim involving a cargo fire caused by the improper operation of cargo lights.
The club reported on the cargo fire in the latest issue of its StopLoss Bulletin and urged members to ensure that crews - and especially those new on board or still being familiarised with the operation of the vessel - are made fully aware of safety procedures concerning the operation of lights.
It added that investigations revealed that much lower-wattage lamps than the ones detailed in the case may give rise to fires if in direct contact with grain cargoes.
