Pre-Cruise Information
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Contracting
Contact Dr. Alexander Shor, Assistant Dean of Research at SOEST, for information on contracting the Kilo Moana or the Ka’imikai-o-Kanaloa.
Scheduling
R/V Kilo Moana scheduling is coordinated through the University-National Oceanographic Laboratory System (UNOLS), which is an organization of 61 academic institutions and National Laboratories involved in oceanographic research and joined for the purpose of coordinating oceanographic ships’ schedules and research facilities. To fill out a UNOLS ship-time request go here. For specific Kilo Moana scheduling information, contact Bob Hunt, Marine Superintendent.- R/V Ka’imikai-o-Kanaloa scheduling is coordinated by Dr. Alexander Shor and Bob Hunt.
- Small Boat Planning and Scheduling are coordinated by Ross Barnes and Scott Ferguson.
Shipping Information & Requirements
When shipping anything to the University of Hawaii Marine Center, for a cruise or otherwise, please fill out the information form below so we can properly handle & store your packages: In addition, fill out the information below:
Shipping Information Form
* Important Forms for Containers: Container Authorization for Arrival Form
Science Planning
- Science Planning Information
Coordinated by Scott Ferguson.
- Underwater Vehicles
- Contact the responsible UH laboratory or research group.
- Dive Planning
- Scientific diving conducted aboard UH research vessels must be coordinated with the UH Diving Safety Program. Principal investigators requiring dive operations as part of their research are responsible for working with the UH Diving Safety Program to gain approval as part of their cruise planning.
Shore-Side Facilities Usage
- Information on shore-side facilities usage like the machine shop, cranes, and more can be found here.
- Coordinated by Ross Barnes, and John Nikola.
Hazardous Materials
Scientists planning to use hazardous materials on board need to provide a list of materials by chemical name, common name, type and classification using the Hazardous Material Inventory form.
Hazardous Material Spill Kit Personal Protective Equipment Hazardous Waste
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) will be required for all hazardous material brought aboard, and the Master will need the MSDS forms at loading.
The science party must supply spill kits for large amounts and unique Hazardous Materials.
The science party must bring the proper safety equipment required for the hazardous material. This includes items such as safety glasses, lab coats, gloves, etc.
It is the responsibility of the Investigator to make arrangements to properly dispose of their hazardous waste at the end of their cruise. For cruises in and out of Honolulu this can be accomplished by contacting Dr. Jingbo Chang at Pacific Commercial Services (808-545-4599; jingbo.chang@
Laboratory Safety Principal investigators are responsible for ensuring that all work conducted aboard UH vessels must be conducted in accordance with the UH Chemical Hygiene Plan, which can be located at here. A wealth of information on good laboratory practices can be obtained at this location.
Radioactive Material All work requiring the use of Radioactive materials must be performed in accordance with the UH Radiation Safety Manual. Authorization from the UH Radiation Safety Officer must be received before any Radioactive Material can be used aboard ship. Radioactive material must be confined to a designated 20ft Isotope Laboratory van. This is done to isolate the radioactive material from the rest of the vessel to minimize the chances of contamination in other spaces on the ship. All use of radioactive materials must be conducted under an active permit issued by the UH Radiation Safety Officer. UH principal investigators who routinely use radioactive materials aboard ship should have a valid permit. Other users will be covered under a permit (link to 20120101, RAM use authorization.pdf) issued to OTG that covers work conducted in the OTG’s Isotope Laboratory van. The maximum possible limits of each radioactive isotope are listed in this permit. All users of radioisotopes in the van must be listed on this permit. Principal investigators are responsible for working with Scott Ferguson to submit an application for amendment of authorization (RSP-3a) to include additional authorized users. All radioactive materials used in the van must be transferred or purchased under the oversight of the UH Radiation Safety Officer. The transfer or purchase of materials must be initiated by submission of a RSP-4 (Procurement Authorization for Radioactive Materials). Principal investigators are responsible for working with Scott Ferguson to arrange for transfer or purchase of these materials. During the Cruise Consideration must be given to the loading and removal of radioactive material. This can be coordinated by the lead OTG technician in collaboration with the UH Radiation Safety Officer. Swipe tests
Swipe tests are required before any work is done, during the cruise and then a final swipe test at the end of the cruise. A Liquid Scintillation counter is provided specifically for this purpose. The final swipe test report should be given to the lead OTG technician for the cruise and a copy kept for your records.
Pre-Cruise Forms and Documents
- Berthing Forms | Kilo Moana | KOK |
- Waiver Forms | A UH Waiver Form must be completed by all scientific personnel who participate in cruises.
- If Shipping Containers to the Marine Center Contact Ross Barnes or Randy Driver.
- A Container Authorization for Arrival form is required.
- UNOLS safety manual | Reading for all oncoming scientists.
- Other | All other forms can be found here.
Miscellaneous
- For Local or Foreign Ships’ Agent(s) info, contact Ross Barnes
- For Commercial Vessel Charters info, contact Ross Barnes
- The UH Marine Center contracts local vessels for charter operations if a suitable vessel is not available from the marine center. If a scientist needs assistance in selecting a suitable vessel for a project, it may be possible to provide a contract vehicle through existing agreements or we may be able to provide advice on Hawaii-based charter vessels that are suitable for project needs.
