# Lashing Cargo Safety Manuals (IMO Guidelines)

*Last updated: 2026-06-25*

> From the moment a vessel begins loading, IMO cargo securing manuals are the authoritative technical reference – covering everything from stowage planning to final sign-off by the ship's master.

From the moment a vessel begins loading, IMO cargo securing manuals are the authoritative technical reference – covering everything from stowage planning to final sign-off by the ship's master. They establish procedures, lashing methods, and safety standards for the carriage of goods on container vessels, RoRo ships, and multipurpose carriers. Content covers the selection and inspection of lashing equipment, calculation of required securing forces, and measures to prevent cargo movement at sea. Under international maritime conventions, every vessel must carry and maintain an approved cargo securing manual tailored to its specific ship type and cargo spaces. Cargo officers, deck officers, and sea freight forwarders rely on these manuals to draw up securing plans and to meet the requirements of port state control inspections.

**Source:** [https://www.imo.org/en/OurWork/Safety/Pages/CargoSecuring.aspx](https://www.imo.org/en/OurWork/Safety/Pages/CargoSecuring.aspx)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Lashing Cargo Safety Manuals (IMO Guidelines) |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 123 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-25 |
| Source | https://www.imo.org/en/OurWork/Safety/Pages/CargoSecuring.aspx |

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