Port Rules and Regulations,Compliance and Enforcement of Rizhao Port

1. Legal Framework and Jurisdiction

• Governing Authorities:
  • Primary: Shandong Maritime Safety Administration (QDMSA)
  • Port Operations: Rizhao Port Authority (RPA)
  • Security: China Coast Guard (CCG) Eastern Command
  • Customs: Rizhao Customs District (Zone A/B)
  • Quarantine: Rizhao Frontier Inspection
• Applicable Legislation:
  • Maritime Traffic Safety Law (2021 Revision, Article 15-28)
  • Port Law of China (2018 Amendment)
  • IMO Conventions as ratified by China (2024 Status)
  • Shandong Provincial Port Regulations (2023)
  • Rizhao Port Special Regulations (2024-01)

2. Vessel Traffic Management System

• Mandatory Reporting:
  • Initial Position Report: 35°30’00″N 119°45’00″E ±500m
  • Intermediate Reports: Every 30 minutes during approach
  • Final Report: When passing 35°20’00″N 119°35’00″E
  • New requirement: AIS must remain active throughout port stay
• VTS Communication:
  • Primary Working Channels:
    • Shijiu Sector: CH 12 (156.600 MHz)
    • Lanshan Sector: CH 14 (156.700 MHz)
    • Emergency: CH 16 (156.800 MHz) + DSC CH 70
  • New digital reporting:
    • Electronic Pre-Arrival Notice via Port Community System
    • Blockchain-based clearance system

3. Port State Control Inspection Regime

• Inspection Priorities:
  • High-Risk Vessels:
    • Bulk carriers >10 years old: 100% inspection
    • Oil tankers without recent SIRE: 80% inspection
    • Container ships with >5% overweight containers
  • New focus areas for 2024:
    • Cyber security systems
    • Fuel oil sampling procedures
• Common Deficiencies (2024 Statistics):
  • Fire Safety (42%):
    • Blocked fire dampers
    • Expired extinguishers
    • Inoperative fire pumps
  • Life-Saving (31%):
    • Damaged immersion suits
    • Expired pyrotechnics
    • Inadequate lifeboat provisions

4. Dangerous Goods Management

• Classification System:
  • International Standards:
    • IMDG Code (2022 Edition, Amdt 41-22)
    • IBC/BCH Codes for chemicals
    • INF Code for radioactive materials
  • China-Specific Categories:
    • DG-CN1: Restricted explosives
    • DG-CN2: Controlled precursors
    • DG-CN3: Dual-use chemicals
• Operational Requirements:
  • Documentation:
    • DGD in Chinese/English (72hr pre-arrival)
    • Emergency response plans
    • New: 3D stowage plan for Class 1 DG
  • Handling Restrictions:
    • No night operations for Class 1.1-1.3
    • Minimum 3m separation for incompatible goods
    • New: Mandatory fire watch during loading/unloading

5. Port Security Measures

• ISPS Implementation:
  • Security Levels:
    • Level 1: Standard (Routine operations)
    • Level 2: Enhanced (During NPC/CPC sessions)
    • Level 3: Exceptional (Terrorism alerts)
  • Restricted Areas:
    • Lanshan Oil Terminal:
      • 500m exclusion zone
      • Armed patrol boats
      • New: Drone detection system
    • Shijiu Container Terminal:
      • Biometric access control
      • X-ray scanning for all vehicles
      • New: AI-powered CCTV monitoring

6. Environmental Protection Regulations

• Air Emissions:
  • ECA Requirements:
    • 0.1% sulfur limit within 12nm
    • 0.5% sulfur limit in port waters
    • New: 0.1% sulfur limit at all berths
  • Monitoring:
    • Continuous emissions monitoring (CEMS)
    • Annual stack testing for regular callers
    • New: Real-time air quality displays at berths
• Waste Management:
  • Categories:
    • Class A: Hazardous (24hr notice)
    • Class B: Recyclable (12hr notice)
    • New: Class C – Food waste (separate collection)
  • Special Requirements:
    • Plastics: No incineration onboard
    • New: Mandatory waste tracking system

7. Compliance Enforcement

• Penalty System:
  • Minor Violations (10,000-50,000 RMB):
    • Late documentation
    • Procedural non-compliance
    • New: Improper garbage segregation
  • Major Violations (50,000-200,000 RMB):
    • Safety equipment deficiencies
    • Unauthorized operations
    • New: False declarations
• Appeal Process:
  • Stage 1: Administrative review (15 days)
  • Stage 2: Legal appeal (30 days)
  • New: Online appeal submission

8. Special Operational Zones

• Lanshan VLCC Terminal:
  • Navigation Requirements:
    • Daylight transit for >200,000 DWT
    • 3 tug escorts minimum
    • New: Maximum current 1.5 knots for berthing
  • New Safety Measures:
    • Emergency tow lines ready
    • Standby oil spill response vessel
• Shijiu Container Terminal:
  • Operational Restrictions:
    • No hot work during cargo ops
    • Gangway watch mandatory
    • New: Crane anti-collision system required

9. Crew Welfare Standards

• MLC 2006 Compliance:
  • Accommodation:
    • Minimum 10m² per crew
    • Heating/cooling systems
    • New: WiFi access requirements
  • Health Standards:
    • Potable water testing (6-month intervals)
    • Medical chest inspection (annual)
    • New: Mental health support contacts

10. Emergency Response Capabilities

• • Oil Spill Response:
    • Resources:
      • 5,000m containment boom
      • 10 skimmers (200t/hr capacity)
      • New: Satellite monitoring for spill detection
    • New Protocols:
      • 1-hour response time commitment
      • Joint drills with Qingdao spill center