NAVFAC MO-340, SHIP-TO-SHORE HOSE HANDLING OPERATIONS MANUAL (JUL 1980)

NAVFAC MO-340, SHIP-TO-SHORE HOSE HANDLING OPERATIONS MANUAL (JUL 1980)., This manual provides a detailed guide for ship-to-shore sewage transfer operations. Chapters 1 through 3 present introductory material and describe the various shipboard systems, shore collection methods, sewage transfer equipment, and hose support facilities. Chapters 4 through 10 contain detailed information about operating procedures for handling the sewage hoses and making the ship-to-shore and ship-to-ship connections/disconnections. The special requirements of submarines and the remedial actions to take in case of sewage spills are also discussed. Chapters 11 and 12 and Appendices A and B provide general guidelines for hose maintenance procedures, safety aspects of handling hoses, and hose disinfection procedures.