Studiemateriale
§Study material — port and terminal trade
This page brings together the most important concepts from the trade so you have a quick reference when you study or need to explain a workflow. Use it together with the articles and templates.
You should be able to explain this
- 01How goods move through the terminal: in, registered, stored, out
- 02Why the container standard is crucial to modern logistics
- 03What you should know before lifting: weight, centre of gravity and load capacity
- 04How load is secured so it doesn't shift in any direction
- 05What machines are used for what goods
Central concepts
| Concept | Short explanation |
|---|---|
| Container | Standardized case with fixed dimensions and corner hardware |
| Bulk cargo | Løst gods som korn, kul eller grus |
| Piece goods | Single pieces such as pipes or machine parts |
| Reachstacker | Machine for lifting and stacking containers |
| Spreader | Handle that engages the container's corner castings |
| Load securing | Lashing and bracing cargo so that it doesn't shift |
| Load-bearing capacity | The maximum load a machine or device is permitted to lift |
Safety at a glance
- 01Wear visible clothing and stay in marked areas
- 02Never stand under suspended load
- 03Know weight and load capacity before each lift
- 04Check lifting equipment and machine before use.
- 05Report errors, damage and waste immediately
Check yourself
- 01Can you name three different cargo types and the equipment they are handled with?
- 02Can you explain why planning before a ship arrives saves time?
- 03Can you describe a safe lift step by step?