Driver´s checklist
Driver’s checklist of things to remember before arriving at the Port of Turku. You can speed up the port procedures by checking some important things beforehand.
The driver’s checklist is also available in
pdf-format
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Instruction / measures
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Do you know where you are going?
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Check the operator from the bill of lading or call port control.
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Do you have a valid pass? |
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Clean the license plates or contact the operator.
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Have you made the necxessary notifications?
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Check the matter from the charterer before leaving for the port. |
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Is the cargo to be picked up from the port already available?
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Contact the operator |
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Has the cargo to be delivered to the port been booked onto the vessel or is there a recipient for it in the port?
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Contact the operator. Unbooked cargo may not be delivered to the port area. |
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Has the unit to be delivered to the port been sealed by the loader?
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Contact the operator or customs. |
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Is there a vessel waiting for particularly dangerous IMDG lots onto which the lots can be loaded directly?
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Contact the operator.
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Are you carrying safety clothing as required by the port?
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Always wear safety clothing when moving outside your vehicle. |
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Is the customs service office open if the cargo needs customs clearance? |
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The customs office is open daily from 07.00 a.m. - to 10.00 p.m.
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Are the license plates of the vehicle and trailer clean so they can be identified?
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Clean the license plates! |
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Have you found out beforehand how to proceed if you are delivering or picking up oversize cargo?
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Contact the operator and port control to agree on the procedures to be followed. |
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Have you found out IMDG waiting areas if you are delivering or picking up dangerous substances? |
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Check the operator. How to find waiting areas:
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Access control
A pass is required for all traffic entering the port.
Entry to the confined ISPS area as well as all freight always requires an approved pass.
The pass is granted by the operator whose service you are entering.
Units not carrying a pass are not permitted to enter the port facilities.
Always carry a document with a photograph and wear fluorescent safety clothing.
Remember the location of the ice removal sites in winter.
Make sure that your speed does not exceed 40 km/h.
A fee is charged for using the port’s cargo scale. If you vehicle is weighed by the port, prepare for cash payment.
Always keep to the main fairways in the port unless otherwise required by your assignment.
The telephone number of the emergency response centre is 112. Call the centre if you need an ambulance, rescue department or police, or in the event of:
- fire
- damage caused by dangerous substances
- oil spill
- illness and accidents
- traffic accidents
Always also contact the port control for help.
The gate zones of the port facilities act as emergency exits.
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