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BUCKEYE TEXAS HUB

TERMINAL OPERATIONS

MANUAL

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1. PREFACE Page 3

2. COMMUNICATION Page 4

3. GENERAL INFORMATION Page 5

4. VESSEL – BARGE NOTICES / ARRIVALS Page 8

5. TERMINAL SECURITY Page 9

6. PORT SUPPORT SERVICES Page 12

7. TERMINAL SUPPORT SERVICES Page 13

8. TERMINAL CHARGES Page 17

9. CARGO DOCKS Page 19

10. CARGO TRANSFERS Page 19

11. SAFETY Page 22

12. ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE Page 24

EXHIBITS

Exhibit A – Buckeye Texas Hub – Dock Specifications Page 29

Exhibit B – Vessel Pre-Arrival Questionnaire Page 32

Exhibit C – Inland Barge Pre-Arrival Questionnaire Page 35

Exhibit D – Notice to Arriving Foreign Flagged Vessels Page 38

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1. PREFACE

This Terminal Operations Manual (the “Manual”) provides information to Owners, Charters, Ships’

Masters, Barge Tankerman, Operators and Agents of vessels loading and/or discharging at the Corpus

Christi Terminal (the “Terminal”) owned and operated by Buckeye Texas Hub (BTH), a subsidiary of

Buckeye Partners L.P. The material in this Manual supplements but does not supersede any

information provided by, or any law or regulations enacted by, state, federal, or other governmental

agencies.

It is the policy of BTH that in the conduct of its activities it will strive to protect and promote the

health and safety of its employees, customers, contractors, visitors, and any others who may be

affected by these activities, and to limit adverse effects on the physical environment in which its

activities are carried out. It is essential that anyone coming through the facility to the docks follow

all of BTH’s safety procedures.

The information supplied in the Manual is furnished from available records which are believed to be

accurate. BTH however, makes no representations of warranties regarding the accuracy of this

information, and disclaims any liability or responsibility for damage or injury that may arise from use

of this information. BTH strongly recommends that any information contained herein involving

vessel operations be independently confirmed.

The official language at the Terminal is English. Therefore, responsible personnel must be on board

at all times who can effectively communicate in English with Terminal personnel.

Every vessel calling at the Terminal will be liable for all cleanup charges relating to spills that occur

as a result of such vessel’s operation, the negligence of its owner, crew or operator, or of equipment

failure. In addition, all damage caused to the Terminal’s docks or other facilities due to the failure of

a ship to control its speed or approach in accordance with this Port Manual, will be the responsibility

of the owner and operator of such ship. Such damages shall include, but shall not be limited to,

fringe benefits and overhead.

Most importantly, this Manual covers the BTH regulations that all vessels must follow, along with

applicable governmental requirements, to avoid accidents and prevent oil spills. Nothing in this

manual should be interpreted to relieve the Ship’s Master, Barge Tankerman, Barge Captain or the

designated Person in Charge of their responsibilities to operate their vessel in a safe and seaworthy

manner. Vessels are required to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Every regulation in

this manual applies to both ships and tug/barges. Vessels which do not comply with all the

requirements of this manual may not be permitted to dock or may be required to immediately cease

cargo operations, disconnect and vacate the berth.

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2. COMMUNICATION

Buckeye Texas Hub

Official Address: Buckeye Texas Hub

7002 Marvin Berry Road

Corpus Christi, TX 78418

Requests for Port Information should be addressed to:

Buckeye Texas Hub

7002 Marvin Berry Road

Corpus Christi, TX 78418

ATTN: Terminal Scheduler

Contact numbers for Terminal Scheduling and/or General Inquiries information on

vessels/barges at the docks: Week Days Only, 0700-1700.

Note: Dock specifications will be provided by Terminal Schedulers upon request.

Terminal Schedulers

Marissa Stevens

Jessica Thomas

Earl Siadak

Gewyn Olson

Office

(361) 288-7878

(361) 792-3108

(361) 288-8879

(361) 792-3070

Cell

(361) 558-1576

(361) 215-2072

(361) 336-4617

(361) 946-8383

Contact numbers for information on vessels/barges at the docks: Nights/Weekends Only

Operations Shift Coordinator: Office (361) 687-2820 / Cell (361) 816-4681

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Terminal Contacts

Contact

Office Phone

Cell Phone

Shift Coordinator

24hour Primary Contact

(361) 687-2820

(361) 816-4681

Operations Manager

Dennis Belline

(361) 792-3068

(361) 537-5335

Assistant Operations Manager

Kristopher Hord

Edward Peter

(361) 792-3089

(361) 215-6041

Terminal Schedulers

Marissa Stevens

Jessica Thomas

Earl Siadak

Gewyn Olson

Office

(361) 288-7878

(361) 792-3108

(361) 288-8879

(361) 792-3070

Cell

(361) 558-1576

(361) 215-2072

(361) 336-4617

(361) 946-8383

Facility Security Officer

Brian Zampini

Barry Duge

(361) 792-0832

(361) 687-2822

(361) 929-1381

(361) 816-8363

Security Gate

(361) 792-3078

3. GENERAL INFORMATION

GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION

BUCKEYE TEXAS HUB is located at 7002 Marvin Berry Road, Corpus Christi, Texas within the

Corpus Christi Ship Channel at the Tule Lake Turning Basin. It is located on the ‘Viola Channel’ at

GPS coordinates 27o49.81’N and 97o29.87’W.

TIME BELT

Local time is Central Standard Time (GMT minus 6 hours). Please note all communications to the

terminal should refer to local time. NOTE: Daylight Savings Time hours are in effect from the first

Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November.

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TIDES AND CURRENTS

There is relatively little tidal change in the Corpus Christi Ship Channel. Current is usually

negligible but runs up to 3.0 knots during normal weather and/or tidal conditions.

WINDS

Winds of varying strength may come from any quarter. Prevailing winds are from the southeast.

VISIBILITY

The visibility in this area is generally fair to excellent; however fog delays are frequent during the

winter months.

WEATHER

The local weather fluctuates seasonally with temperatures ranging from 50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit

between October and April and 75 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit between May and September. The high

humidity during the summer months can produce a heat index between 85 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit.

Inclement Weather – BTH reserves the right during inclement weather to suspend operations

for any vessels until such weather condition clears and BTH management, at its sole

discretion, has determined that operations may safely resume.

Port Closure – In the event the US Coast Guard issues a port closure due to an impending

Tropical Storm or Hurricane, all vessels are required to immediately cease operations and

vacate the docks. In no event will a vessel be allowed to stay at the BTH docks during a

Tropical Storm or Hurricane, including anchorage lay berths. BTH will advise all customers

when the US Coast Guard has reopened the port and when BTH is ready to resume

operations.

NAVIGATION

The US Coast Guard Captain of the Port must be notified by each vessel’s designated representative

at least 48 hours before such vessel arrives at the Aransas Pass bar.

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PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

Buckeye Texas Hub requires the following minimum PPE is worn while performing any tasks on

site or walking through restricted areas on the premises.

Hard hat

Steel toed safety shoes

Safety glasses or goggles

H2S Monitor, set for a concentration of 10PPM minimum

Fire retardant clothing (FRC)

Hearing protection for noise levels over 85 decibels

Reflective clothing or vest

Note: Under the following circumstances, the PPE requirements are as follows;

During vehicle transport, such as, site tours or visitors who will only be at the Terminal

warehouse control room, meeting room or offices, no PPE is required.

Vessel personnel arriving or departing a vessel, such as on-signors, off-signors or for shore

leave, and transported by vehicle directly to or from the vessel’s gangway to the Security

entrance of the Terminal.

o Hearing protection for noise levels over 85 decibels, if necessary

o No open toed shoes or sandals.

o No sleeveless shirts or t-shirts.

o Only full length trousers/pants

Vessel agents arriving or departing a vessel directly to or from the vessel’s gangway to the

Security entrance of the Terminal.

o Hard hat

o Safety glasses or goggles

o Hearing protection for noise levels over 85 decibels, if necessary

o No open toed shoes or sandals.

o No sleeveless shirts or t-shirts.

o Only full length trousers/pants

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4. VESSEL – BARGE NOTICES

TERMINAL DOCK SCHEDULE

The Terminal’s Scheduling group provides the current dock schedule information, via email, daily

Monday through Friday to vessel agents, barge companies and inspection companies. The email

contains the most current dock schedule information four to five days out. If a vessel or barge

appears on the dock schedule, it does not necessarily indicate the Scheduling group has received the

cargo operations orders from our customer(s). It simply identifies that the vessel or barge in question

has been scheduled for cargo operations at BTH at the request of our customer(s).

VESSEL NOTICES

The Terminal will recognize a vessel’s notice of arrival, via email from the vessel or its designated

agent, for a vessel at the Port of Corpus Christi. The Terminal will not recognize a vessel’s Notice of

Readiness (NOR) until the vessel has moored at a Terminal dock and the Terminal Operations group

from BTH along with a vessel representative agree the vessel is ready to commence cargo operations.

BARGE NOTICES

The Terminal defines a barge tender as a notice of arrival and availability of the barge to take a berth

at the Terminal, only. Based on the dock schedule, if a barge appears on the dock schedule, then the

Terminal has recognized the barge has been nominated by our customer(s) for cargo operations at

BTH.

VESSEL / BARGE ARRIVALS

Prior to arrival at the Terminal, all vessels and barges are required to complete a pre-arrival

questionnaire. The information provided assists the Terminal’s preparation for the arriving vessel or

barge. Note Exhibit B, vessels, and Exhibit C, barges, at the end of this manual. Copies of the Word

files for completion are available from the Terminal Scheduling group.

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5. TERMINAL SECURITY

Access to the Terminal is strictly limited to BTH personnel, government officers, and other visitors,

contractors and customers with a valid reason for entry; all visitors must be pre-approved for entry

onto Terminal property. In addition, all personnel attempting to board a vessel must be identified on

a valid gate list for entry onto Terminal property.

All persons seeking unescorted access to secure areas must present their TWIC for inspection before

being allowed unescorted access. This inspection must include a match of the photo on the TWIC to

the individual presenting the TWIC and a visual check of the various security features present on the

card to ensure that the TWIC has not been forged or tampered. The visitor shall have prior

authorization for access to the facility. All persons granted unescorted access to secure areas of the

facility, with the exception of law enforcement personnel on official business, must be able to

produce his or her TWIC upon request. During elevated MARSEC levels, the FSO may elect to

contact the company supplying the services to confirm the employment and dispatching of the

individual(s) arriving at the facility. All unauthorized entry on the facility will be investigated to

determine the intentions of the unauthorized visitors. If determined by the FSO or his/her designee

that the entry onto the facility was unauthorized, local, state and/or federal law enforcement agencies

will be notified as appropriate. This facility discourages abuse of the security and identification

system and will discipline or prosecute the offending individual(s).

Upon request from the FSO or his/her designee, visitors will produce a valid picture identification to

gain access to the facility. A valid picture identification card will consist of an identification card

accepted by federal and state authorities. The card must be laminated and show no signs of

tampering. For vendors and contractors arriving at the facility on official business, a valid picture

identification card and documentation from either the facility or vessel requesting the services or the

company supplying the services will be accepted. During elevated MARSEC levels, the FSO may

elect to contact the company supplying the services to confirm the employment and dispatching of

the individual(s) arriving at the facility.

Escorting will be performed by personnel with TWIC cards that are knowledgeable of the facility’s

security and escorting policies. Escorting will be provided either by monitoring or side-by-side

accompaniment as appropriate.

If an escorted person engages in improper activities, the escort may take the following actions as

necessary:

Confront the escorted person

Notify local law enforcement

Call the security guard at the main gate and request that the gate be locked.

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ARRIVING VESSELS/BARGES

BTH receives ships and barges for liquid bulk cargo. Communication between arriving and Buckeye

Texas Hub is through the vessel, barge owners, their designated agents or the Port of Corpus Christi’s

Harbormasters office. Upon arrival, communications are conducted via:

Land-line telephone

Cellular telephone

Two-way radio

In person

Through contact with the Harbormaster’s Office or ship agent

Unmanned barges not carrying certain dangerous cargos (CDC’s) will be accepted at this facility and

will be visually monitored Terminal personnel on an hourly basis.

Prior to a vessel’s arrival, the Terminal requires the vessel’s agent to provide the Terminal with a

notice of arrival via e-mail to email addresses [email protected]. The notice should be

received 12 hours or more prior to the vessel’s arrival and contain the following:

1) Estimated date and time of the vessel’s arrival to the Aransas Pass bar.

2) Name of the vessel

3) Vessel’s country of registry

4) Vessel’s call sign

5) Vessel’s IMO international number or official number

6) Name of the vessel’s registered owner

7) Name of the vessel’s operator

8) Name of the vessel’s classification society

9) General description of the cargo onboard the vessel

10) Location and position of the vessel at the time the notice of arrival is provided.

11) A list of crewmembers onboard the vessel, including the following with respect to each

crewmember:

1) Full name

2) Date of birth

3) Nationality

4) Passport number or mariners document number

5) Position or duties on the vessel

12) A list of any person(s) onboard in addition to the crew, including the following:

1) Full name

2) Date of birth

3) Nationality

4) Passport number

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Any changes to this information must be reported as soon as is reasonably possible prior to the arrival

of the vessel.

All crew members of foreign flagged vessels must be escorted by their agent, agent’s representative

or approved transportation service, such as Danner’s, Yellow Cab Company, or Green-N-Go Cab

Company, at all times while entering or exiting the Buckeye facility. All agents, agent’s

representatives or transportation company drivers must be in possession of valid TWIC cards.

All crew members requesting to come ashore will wait aboard the vessel until the agent, agent’s

representative, or the transportation service arrives and the dock PIC calls them ashore. When coming

ashore all crew members will wear all required attire outlined early in this manual.

If the agent, agent’s representative or transportation service is unavailable or unwilling to escort the

vessel crew members on and off of the facility grounds then they will not be permitted to come

ashore. The only agent representatives Buckeye Texas Hub will accept are those emailed directly to

Buckeye Texas Hub by the agent himself.

Important: When crew members return to Buckeye Texas Hub from shore leave, they must be

escorted back to the Vessel by the agent, agent’s representative or approved transportation service

who escorted them out of the terminal. Please ensure a list of all agent representatives is emailed to

[email protected] prior to a vessels arrival. Your cooperation is much appreciated.

GATE LISTS

A gate list must be provided prior to vessel’s arrival, otherwise, no personnel will be allowed to

disembark from the vessel. All on-signers, off-signers and personnel that will require shore leave,

must be at least 18 years of age and listed on a valid gate list. If they are not listed they will not be

allowed to leave the gangway or enter the terminal, as the case may be. Additions, deletions or

changes are permitted but must be submitted within a reasonable lead time, but not less than four

hours prior to the arrival of the individual or individuals, to permit the information to be provided to

BTH facility personnel. Individuals or groups that arrive at the facility and are not listed on any gate

list will be asked to wait outside the gate until such time as the appropriate information and/or

updates have been received by the Terminal. BTH will not be responsible for any issues or delays

caused by the late notice of the arriving and/or departing personnel. Gate list information must be e-

mailed to [email protected]

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TRANSPORTATION

Only those individuals listed on the gate list will be allowed to depart or arrive the vessel dockside by

an approved transportation service vehicle. Crew members must remain on the vessel until

transportation service arrives. All visitors to the vessel must be at least 18 years of age and must

submit their business purpose to site security. This purpose must also be indicated on the gate list.

Any visitor that does not have a stated valid purpose of business on the vessel will be denied access.

Shore-side passage may be suspended at any time by the BTH Facility Security Officer.

PHOTOGRAPHY

Notification of the need to obtain photographs should be provided to the Facility Security Officer as

far in advance as possible. Anyone that has been granted permission to obtain photographs must be

escorted by a representative of site security. All photographs will be reviewed by the BTH

Operations Director or his designate prior to departure from the facility. If the BTH Operations

Director or his designate, in their sole discretion, determines that photographs constitute a breach of

security, such images shall be subject to confiscation, or if in digital form they may be deleted.

6. PORT SUPPORT SERVICES

A vessel calling at the Terminal should address all business messages to its local agent. Many

services are available in port, provided that arrangements have been made for them ahead of time

through the vessel’s agent and properly notified to the Terminal when required. All outside services

including but not limited to, mooring and unmooring of vessels, loading arm, hose and gangway

connection, independent inspection and laboratory testing, will be for the responsibility of the vessel,

barge or their designated agents.

PILOTAGE

Pilots are required by federal and/or state regulations for all travel between the Aransas Pass Bar and

through the Corpus Christi Shipping Channel all the way to the Buckeye Texas Hub docks, in both

directions.

Pilotage is provided by the Aransas-Corpus Christi Pilots Association and the dispatcher may be

contacted at (361) 888-6230. Pilot will board vessel at the Aransas Pass Bar – please confirm this

information with the Aransas-Corpus Christi Pilots Association.

Please note the following address to the Port of Corpus Christi website, Port Tariffs page, to view the

fee schedule published by the Aransas-Corpus Christi Pilots Association. http://portofcc.com/business/tariffs/

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7. TERMINAL SUPPORT SERVICES

BOARDING VESSEL

Vessel personnel are not permitted ashore and shore personnel are not permitted aboard for any

purpose whatsoever until vessel’s agent has obtained approval from Customs and/or Immigrations

and the Terminal.

MEDICAL FACILITIES/EMERGENCIES

There are no medical facilities at the Terminal. The nearest medical facility is:

Corpus Christi Medical Center 361 767-4500

13725 Northwest Boulevard

Corpus Christi, TX 78410 In the event of medical emergency, please note the following;

o Upon arrival, all vessels are provided a radio to be in contact with the Dock Person in

Charge (PIC) during the vessel’s time at BTH

o Contact the PIC, provide a brief description of the emergency

o The PIC will contact and request the emergency services

o The PIC will notify the Shift Supervisor and Gate Security to clear the emergency

responders prior to arrival

o Continue to stay in contact with the PIC and follow their directions provided until the

emergency services arrive

VESSEL DELIVERIES

All requests for deliveries to vessels or barges, either utilizing the Terminal’s docks and facilities or

channel side via launch or barge, the Terminal requires a 24 hour advance notification and approval

from the Terminal Scheduler. In addition, the Terminal requires a copy of all manifests, bills of

lading, and etc. 24 hours in advance of the scheduled delivery describing the materials to be delivered

across the dock or via channel side launch or vessel. The Terminal reserves the right to restrict the

materials delivered and the method by which the deliveries will be made. Please note the following

examples.

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Delivery items

Prohibited deliveries via direct dock access

Lube oils

Fuels (bunkers)

Drums or containers of hazardous chemicals, paints, etc.

Compressed gas canisters of any kind or product except canisters require for safety systems

such as fire suppression or extinguishing

Any and all other environmentally sensitive materials

Allowable deliveries via direct dock access

Consumable stores such as perishables, dry goods, etc.

Technical stores, other than parts, such as piping, steel plating, etc.

Spare and/or replacement parts that do not contain any environmentally sensitive material

Prohibited deliveries via channel side access with launches or barges

Lube oils

Drums or containers of hazardous chemicals, paints, etc.

Compressed gas canisters of any kind or product except canisters require for safety systems

such as fire suppression or extinguishing

Any and all other environmentally sensitive materials

Allowable deliveries via channel side access with launches or barges

Fuels (bunkers)

Consumable stores such as perishables, dry goods, etc.

Technical stores, other than parts, such as piping, steel plating, etc.

Spare and/or replacement parts that do not contain any environmentally sensitive material

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Method of delivery

Via direct dock access

Via vessels/barges gangway. Note: For personal safety, all personnel must wear the PPE

listed earlier in this manual and must use only one hand to carry items and the other hand

must always be in contact with gangway railing.

Via vessel/barge crane only or crane with cargo net;

The material being delivered must be packaged and strapped in such a way as to

maintain and support the bottom and all four sides of the material to be delivered.

The delivering agent and vessel/barge must submit a lift plan to a terminal

representative for approval prior to the delivery. The lift plan must include an

inspection of all straps or cargo net prior to the lift.

Via channel side access with launches or barges

The vessel and/or agent arranging for a channel side delivery must ensure the vessel identifies

all channel side deliveries or other operations in the pre-arrival questionnaire, Exhibit B of the

Buckeye Texas Hub Terminal Operations Manual, prior to the vessel berthing at BTH. If the

pre-arrival questionnaire is not received prior to berthing, the vessel will be required to

complete the form during the onboard pre-loading conference with the Terminal’s PIC prior

to the commencement of cargo operations.

The vessel and/or agent arranging for a channel side delivery or other operations must provide

a copy of the delivery process to the tug/barge or launch Captain.

The tug/barge or launch must call the Terminal Shift Supervisor, at 361-816-4681, a

minimum of 30 minutes prior to arrival.

The tug/barge or launch must also notify the Master, or his designate, of the vessel a

minimum of 30 minutes prior to arrival.

The Shift Supervisor will notify the Buckeye Texas Hub Dock Person in Charge (PIC) that

the launch/barge is about to come alongside the vessel.

Once the tug/barge or launch is visible to the PIC, the PIC will begin to cease cargo

loading/discharge operations by stopping the flow of product.

The PIC will arrange to have the Shift Supervisor or the vessel advise the tug/barge or launch

they are clear to commence mooring to the vessel and connecting to the vessel for the delivery

or other planned operation such as bunkering, slop removal, etc. NOTE: Under no

circumstances is the tug/barge or launch to moor to the vessel to commence their operations

until the all clear to do so has been provided to the tug/barge or launch. Failure to follow

these instructions will result in the delivery or other operation to be rejected and the tug/barge

or launch to vacate the vessel area immediately.

The vessel can restart cargo loading while the delivery or other operation is underway.

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The vessel must notify the PIC once the delivery is completed and launch/barge is ready to

disconnect and unmoor from the vessel. The PIC will cease cargo loading/discharge

operations by stopping the flow of product.

Once the tug/barge or launch is advised the cargo operations have been suspend, the tug/barge

or launch can commence disconnecting any delivery or other lines used in their operation and

mooring lines to the vessel.

The PIC will restart product flow once the tug/barge or launch has departed.

NOTE:

In the case of channel side deliveries to vessels loading a single parcel of LPG product or

Atmospheric Tank Bottoms (ATB), the deliveries will be restricted to completing prior to or

commencing at the completion of cargo operations.

In the case of channel side deliveries to vessels loading multiple parcels of LPG products,

deliveries can performed under the following conditions;

o The deliveries will be restricted to completing prior to or commencing at the

completion of the cargo operations of any parcel to be loaded to the vessel provided

that;

The delivering barge or launch will contact the BTH Operations group to

ensure cargo operations have been completed before the barge or launch

proceeds to the vessel to commence the delivery. BTH will not start cargo

operations until the barge or launch is fully moored and connected to the

vessel.

The delivering barge or launch is fully aware that they cannot disconnect,

unmoor or depart until the BTH Operations group has confirmed the cargo

operations have been completed for the parcel loading to the vessel at the

time. Buckeye accepts no responsibility or accountability for any delays or

charges by or to the barge or launch resulting from the deliveries to the vessel.

Under no circumstances, will LPG cargo operations be suspended for the

arrival or departure of channel side deliveries via barge or launch.

In the event any of the preceding requirements are not met, Buckeye reserves

the right to revoke all future deliveries between parcels for vessels loading

multiple parcels of LPG products.

In the case of channel side deliveries to vessels with policies that do not allow cargo

operations to be conducted during the deliveries, these vessels will be restricted to completing

prior to or commencing at the completion of cargo operations.

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Terminal requirements of personnel performing deliveries via direct dock access

BTH requires all contractors or delivery personnel, prior to performing the deliveries, to obtain our

site orientation through the Contractors Safety Council located in Corpus Christi, Texas.

The orientation will consist of class code SSSAB (Safe and Secure Stay at Buckeye) and BTH

(Buckeye Texas Hub Site Specific). Due to the hazards present at the facility a prerequisite to these

courses will be Basic Plus or Basic Plus Refresher.

Note: RECIPROCITY AND THE ASSOCIATION OF RECIPROCAL SAFETY COUNCILS,

INC. (ARSC):

ARSC member councils are councils whose training meets the standards set for certain non-site-

specific courses such as Basic Plus. (Additional courses will be added in the future). These courses

are transferable from one member council to another. Your employee does not have to retake a

transferable course if he has passed the course within the year at an ARSC member council. For more

information on ARSC and a list of member councils and transferable courses visit their website at

http://www.arsc.net/.

ANCHORAGE/LAYBERTH

There is anchorage available at the Aransas Pass Bar with permission of Aransas Corpus Christi

Pilots Association and the Corpus Christi Harbor Master.

Layberth at the Terminal is on an as-available basis and must be scheduled through the Terminal

Scheduler.

LINE HANDLING SERVICES

Best Bet Line Handlers and Coastal Bend Mooring and Marine are the approved line handling

companies operating at BTH.

LOADING ARMS, HOSES SERVICES

Cargo operations at BTH use either loading arms or hoses, depending on the dock assignment and

cargo to be loaded. Any reducers needed to safely connect hoses or loading arms to the vessels must

be supplied by the vessel or its agents. All vessels must be capable of loading through the vessel’s

manifold, not overhead. For any questions or concerns you may have contact the Terminal

Scheduler.

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VESSEL INSPECTIONS

Vessel inspections are not permitted while the vessel is alongside the docks without permission from

the Terminal Scheduler or designee. Any vessel granted permission will be charged as per the

dockage rates shown later in this document.

MISCELLANEOUS SERVICS

1) Potable water is available at a two inch connection located 550 feet from the West end

of Dock 2 and 450 feet from the East end of Dock 3.

8. TERMINAL CHARGES

BUCKEYE TEXAS HUB - DOCKAGE RATES

EFFECTIVE FEBRUARY 1, 2018

SELF-PROPELLED VESSELS AND OCEAN-GOING BARGES:

Dockage for self-propelled vessels, ocean-going dry cargo barges, ocean-going tank barges over 360

feet LOA, integrated tug barges (ITB), and articulated tug barges (ATB) will be charged on the

vessel’s length overall (LOA) as shown in Lloyd’s Register of Ships at the rates published in the Port

of Corpus Christi Tariff 100-A-2-1-17, Item 300, Part One (A). Dockage for ITB and ATB vessels

will be inclusive of the tug. Dockage rates and minimum charges are calculated per 24-hour period

or fraction thereof. See the table below under the heading “Rates and Minimum Charges.”

Please note the following address to the Port of Corpus Christi website, Port Tariffs page. http://portofcc.com/business/tariffs/

INLAND BARGES:

Dockage for non, self-propelled inland waterway dry cargo barges, ocean-going tank barges, inland

waterway tank barges less than 360 feet LOA, and Qualified Barge Tows will be charged at the rates

published in the Port of Corpus Christi Tariff 100-A-2-1-17, Item 300, Part One (B), (C) and (D).

Please note the following address to the Port of Corpus Christi website, Port Tariffs page. http://portofcc.com/business/tariffs/

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RATES AND MINIMUM CHARGES:

Dockage rates and charges outlined above are calculated and assessed on a minimum 24-hour period

and then half day increments thereafter. Please reference the following table as an example.

Number of Days Number of Days

0 1 5.01 5.5

1.01 1.5 5.51 6

1.51 2 6.01 6.5

2.01 2.5 6.51 7

2.51 3 7.01 7.5

3.01 3.5 7.51 8

3.51 4 8.01 8.5

4.01 4.5 8.51 9

4.51 5 9.01 9.5

9.51 10

WHARFAGE:

Port of Corpus Christi Wharfage fees for cargo transfer are passed through at published rates in Tariff

100-A-2-1-17, Item 501(B). Please note the following address to the Port of Corpus Christi website,

Port Tariffs page. http://portofcc.com/business/tariffs/

SECURITY SURCHARGE:

A security surcharge of 10% will be charged on the total dockage and Wharfage.

POTABLE WATER:

$10 per 1,000 gallons

VEHICLE ACCESS TO DOCK:

$75/vehicle/trip for deliveries via dock access

DOCK COMMUNICATIONS

Two-way portable radios are used for primary communication between operations personnel and

vessel personnel. Radios will be issued by BUCKEYE TEXAS HUB.

Communications between the dock watch employee and plant personnel is also made by two-way

portable radios. Intrinsically safe cell phones may also be used.

Emergency transfer shut-off is positioned at Dock Loading Station.

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9. CARGO DOCKS

Buckeye Texas Hub has 3 ship docks and 2 inland barge docks that accommodate cargo operations.

The ship docks are known as Dock 1, Dock 2, and Dock 3. The inland barge docks are known as

Dock 4 and Dock 5.

There are 5 marine vapor control systems (MVCS) on site for use on Docks 1, 2 and 3 when loading

cargos that require their use.

10. CARGO TRANSFER Declaration of Security

A Declaration of Security (DOS) is an agreement executed between the FSO or his/her designee and

the Vessel Security Officer (VSO) or his/her designee. The DOS provides a means for ensuring that

all shared security concerns are properly addressed and security will remain in place throughout the

time a vessel is moored to the facility. Each facility owner and/or operator must establish procedures

for requesting and/or handling a request for a DOS from a vessel.

Procedures for Requesting and/or Handling a Request for a DOS

The DOS should be completed by the master or VSO of a vessel and the FSO of a facility or

his/her designee;

The DOS should address the security requirements that could be shared between a facility and

vessel and should state the specific responsibilities of each;

Both the facility and vessel should keep a copy of the DOS;

The DOS will be made available to the COTP or their representative upon request;

For vessels that frequently visit the TTL Terminal, a separate DOS is not required for each

interface if the facility and vessel enter into a written agreement that states the responsibility

for each during the vessel/facility interface.

MARSEC Level 1

At MARSEC Level 1, a DOS is not required for vessels, excluding cruise ships or manned vessels

carrying Certain Dangerous Cargoes.

At MARSEC Level 1, a facility that receives cruise ships or manned vessels carrying Certain

Dangerous Cargoes as defined in 33 CFR 160.204 must comply with the following:

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Prior to arriving at the facility, the FSO and the VSO must coordinate security needs and

procedures and agree upon the contents of the DOS for the period the vessel is moored at the

facility.

Upon arrival at the facility, the FSO or his/her designee and the VSO or his/her designee must

sign the DOS.

Neither the facility nor the vessel may embark or disembark passengers, nor transfer cargo or

vessel stores until the DOS is signed and implemented.

Elevated MARSEC Levels

At MARSEC Level 2 or 3, a DOS will be completed for all vessel/facility interfaces.

Frequent Interface with the Same Vessel

At MARSEC Level 1 or 2, FSO’s of facilities that frequently interface with the same vessel may

implement a continuing DOS for multiple visits provided that:

The DOS is valid for a specific MARSEC Level.

The effective period at MARSEC Level 1 does not exceed 90 days.

The effective period at MARSEC Level 2 does not exceed 30 days.

If the MARSEC Level increases beyond that contained in the DOS, the continuing DOS is

void and a new DOS must be executed.

Copies of valid continuing DOSs must be kept with the FSP.

The COTP may require at any time, at any MARSEC Level, for any facility subject to the

requirements of an FSP, to implement a DOS with the VSO prior to any vessel-to-facility interface

when he or she deems it necessary.

BTH site training

Personnel designated for training as a ‘Person in Charge (PIC) of Facility Transfer Operations’ must

meet the following requirements:

1) Train a minimum of 48 hours with a previously qualified ‘Person in Charge (PIC).’

2) Familiarize themselves with the hazards and characteristics of each product transferred.

3) Familiarize themselves with the assigned duties of his position as outlined below under the

heading ‘Operator Instructions.’

4) Familiarize themselves with the contents of this manual.

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Operator Instructions

The job classification ‘Operator’ was established to permit coverage of dock activities by trained

personnel to efficiently handle the loading or discharge of products by barges or vessels via dock

lines and to protect company property and equipment. Personnel in this classification are under

supervision of the dock Person in Charge. Operating and maintenance personnel working in the

Operators job are considered temporary and will work under these instructions:

Instructions below are in accordance with the U.S. Coast Guard, Port of Corpus Christi and

BUCKEYE TEXAS HUB. Failure to comply with these instructions could result in criminal

proceedings by the U.S. Coast Guard and disciplinary action by BUCKEYE TEXAS HUB.

Operators are authorized to board a vessel during hose connecting operations or to assist personnel in

carrying sample equipment and containers. They shall board barges to obtain samples as directed by

the Person in Charge. Boarding the vessel for meals, coffee or smoking is not permitted. Personnel

are expected to stay in the immediate vicinity of the dock to which they are assigned. If a shift is not

relieved, the Person in Charge will be notified and the person affected will remain until properly

relieved.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of the Operator shall include, but are not limited to, the following:

Cargo operations

Sign properly completed Declaration of Inspection (DOI).

The Person in Charge is the only person authorized to give orders to start cargo operations

once the barge or vessel says they are ready to load or discharge cargo.

Maintain communications between barge/vessel and Operator at all times during the

unloading operations.

Operator shall not start the cargo operations, or if already started shall shut down the

operation, if any of the following conditions occur:

o Proximity of a severe electrical storm.

o A fire occurs on the facility or near vicinity.

o A break occurs in the cargo hose.

o If requested by ‘Person in Charge’ of vessel.

o A situation occurs where it is obvious that an immediate shutdown is necessary (such as

an overflow or leak on the vessel).

o If pollution occurs in the area.

o In the event of a shutdown due to one of the above, loading and/or unloading will not be

resumed until directed by the Person in Charge.

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Shore Stops

Requests for BTH to stop the transfer of cargo at a predetermined volume must be made in writing.

Any such request must include the statement by the vessel’s Master that BTH will not be held

responsible for any error in calculations or level determined for such shore stop. These calculations

will be performed by the customer’s Third Party Inspector.

Transfer Rates

The pre-load conference will determine the agreed upon transfer rates, pressures and procedures.

Transfer rates must be strictly adhered to. Failure to maintain the agreed upon transfer rate, as agreed

upon in the pre-load conference, may result in penalties.

11. SAFETY

When a vessel is berthed at one of the Terminal’s docks, BTH expects the vessel’s Master to give top

priority at all times to safety and efficiency, and to comply with all safety regulations mandated by

various governmental agencies, as well as those included in this Manual.

All cargo handling operations on the vessel are the responsibility of the vessel’s Master. To assist in

ship-to-dock communications, a 2 way radio will be given to the vessel’s deck watch so that

communications between the vessel and Terminal can remain intact; the 2 way radio is to be returned

to the Terminal upon completion of the vessel cargo transfer.

Ship Movement

Anchoring is not allowed at any of BTH’s docks.

Vessel lines must be kept taut and secure at all times. The vessel’s Deck Watch must remain

continuously alert for vessel movement off spot. If the vessel moves more than 1foot away from the

dock or in either direction along the dock, all cargo transfer operations will be immediately

suspended and the proper manifold valves will be closed by the vessel’s deck watch and terminal

dock watch. Operations must not resume until the situation is corrected and the BTH Dock Operator

is notified.

Boiler Tube Blowing

Do not blow boiler tubes and take every possible precaution to prevent sparks from escaping the

stack. If a vessel’s safety is at stake, transfer operations must stop prior to blowing the tubes.

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Cargo Tank Tops

Before berthing, all tank tops, ullage plugs, and sighting ports must be closed and dogged down

unless the Vessel’s Master certifies that the tanks are gas free and all ballast in such tanks are clean.

Cargo and bunker tank tops are to be kept closed while at the BTH docks.

Ship Manifold Connections, Unused

Unused cargo and bunker connections will be blinded. All blind flanges must meet current US Coast

Guard requirements.

Engines

Keep the engines ready and the vessel trimmed so that it can leave the docks under short notice. If

the engines become inoperable, keep 2 tugboats of adequate size standing by until repairs are

complete.

Fire Fighting

Firefighting equipment must be available as per applicable US Coast Guard regulations including a

universal connection easily accessible at either the gangway of vessel’s manifold.

Fire Alarm

In the event of fire on board vessel, however minor it may be, the Fire Alarm shall be given

immediately, as follows: Rapid and continuous ringing of vessel’s bell, together with succession of

long blasts on vessel’s whistle or siren.

Gas Venting

Ullage points – KEEP ALL ULLAGE or sighting ports completely closed while alongside BTH

docks unless the closed system gauging or sampling equipment is secured to the ullage point.

Gas Freeing and Tank Cleaning

Do not gas free or clean any tanks at berth without approval of the Terminal Scheduler.

Sewage Discharge

No facilities for sewage discharge are available at the Terminal.

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Smoking

Smoking on board the vessel is allowed only in places which the vessel’s Master has approved.

There is to be a sign in open and plain view on the deck of the vessel which clearly states: NO

SMOKING ON THE DECK OF VESSEL AT ANY TIME.

Suspension of Operations

Any vessel operation may be suspended at the discretion of the vessel’s Master or the Dock Operator

as set forth in this manual or during events where suspension would be prudent.

Communications Breakdown

In the event of any breakdown of communications between the vessel and BTH, operations will cease

and the vessel will sound an emergency signal consisting of a continuous sounding of the vessel’s

whistle – this signal shall continue until the flow of cargo is confirmed to have ceased.

SPECIAL STOCK HAZARDS

Static-Ignition Hazards

Some kinds of stock require special precautions because of the static they accumulate. Review the

instructions by owners/charterer for handling such static stock and discuss during pre-loading

conference.

Hydrogen Sulfide Hazards – if vapors with an H2s level greater than 10ppm is detected on the deck

of the vessel while alongside the dock, all personnel will evacuate to an area upwind and out of range

of the vapors. The BTH Terminal Scheduler is to be notified immediately should such an occurrence

take place.

Lifebuoys

Lifebuoys are available at all docks. Life rings are placed along the dock for emergency response

use.

11. ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE

The accidental spillage/discharge of oil into the navigable waters of the Corpus Christi Ship Channel

while berthed at the Terminal docks and/or lay berths shall be reported in accordance with all

applicable rules and regulations:

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National Response Center (NRC) (800) 424-8802

Emergency Response Team:

Operations Manager

Dennis Belline

(361) 792-3068

(361) 537-5335

Facility Security Officer

Brian Zampini

Barry Duge

(361) 792-0832

(361) 687-2822

(361) 929-1381

(361) 816-9474

Federal On Scene Coordinator (866) 372-7745

US EPA Region 6

1445 Ross Avenue

Dallas Texas 75202-2733

214-665-6444

(800) 887-6063

State Emergency Response Commission (SERC)

Assistant Director

Texas Department of Public Safety

Texas Division of Emergency Management

P.O. Box 4087

Austin, TX 78773

Texas Department of Safety __________ (512) 424-2000______

Texas Department of Public Safety 5805 North Lamar Blvd

Austin, Texas 78752-4431

Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) (361) 826-3960

2406 Leopard Street

Corpus Christi, TX 78408

Local Water Supply System (361) 653-2110

400 Mann Street, Suite 1002

Corpus Christi, TX 78401

Local Waste Water Treatment (361) 241-2831

Allison Treatment Plant

Allison & MacKenzie

Corpus Christi, Texas

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TCEQ Single Point of Contact: (361) 825-3100

Hospital

Corpus Christi Medical Center (361) 767-4500

13725 Northwest Boulevard

Corpus Christi, TX 78410

Police State Police (512) 424.2000

Corpus Christi Police (361) 886-2600

Nueces County Sheriff (361) 887-2222

Fire

Corpus Christi Fire Department (361) 826-3932

Refinery Terminal Fire Company (361) 882-6258

Excessive emissions from vessels, resulting in soot being deposited on land or in the waters of the

state, is a violation of the Texas Clean Air Act and must not occur while berthed at the Terminal’s

docks.

Terminal operations are subject to various Federal and State environmental protection laws and

regulations which have been promulgated under the following and other statutes:

Federal Laws

The Clean Water Act

The Comprehensive Environmental Responsibility Compensation and Liability Act of 1980

The Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act of 1986

The Federal Water Pollution Control Act

The Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA-90)

The Pollution Prevention Act of 1990

The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976

The Toxic Substances Control Act

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State Laws

The Texas Clean Air Act

The Texas Oil Spill Prevention and Response Act of 1991

The Texas Solid Waste Disposal Act

The Texas Water Code

REGULATORY AGENCIES

Regulatory agencies with jurisdiction over environmental matters at the Terminal include but are not

limited to the following:

Federal Agencies

The United States Coast Guard

The United States Army Corp of Engineers

The United States Department of Transportation

The United States Environmental Protection Agency

State Agencies

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality

The Railroad Commission of Texas

The Texas General Land Office

The Texas Department of Health

PERMITS

BTH, pursuant to these and other local, state and federal regulations, is required to obtain permits,

approvals or registrations for operations that may result in air emissions, water discharges and waste

disposal activities. Certain approvals from the regulator agencies may require extended periods of

time and could require the modification of existing facilities and operations or the installation of new

equipment at the Terminal.

All personnel are advised to inquire as to the impact of these regulatory requirements on their

business operations as early as possible to prevent unexpected delays.

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EXHIBIT A

BUCKEYE TEXAS HUB – DOCK SPECIFICATIONS

Vessels/Barges

Aframax Long Range

Mid Range

Ocean Barge

Inland Barge

Tugs

Crude/Naphtha/Distillate Atmospheric Tank Bottoms

Double Hull

Double Hull

Double Hull

Double Hull

Double Hull

N/A

Butane/Propane

N/A Double Bottom

Double Bottom

Double Bottom

N/A N/A

Maximum vessel age (1) (1) (1) (1) (1)

Mooring lines (2) (2) (2) (2) (2) (2)

Mooring lines – wire tails (3) (3) (3) (3) (3) (3)

Minimum mooring lines

Inland barges 6 4

Below 30KT DWT 10 10 10

Above 30KT DWT (4) 12 12 12

Winch brakes >32 MT >32 MT >32 MT >25 MT

Minimum crane capacity >2 MT >2 MT >2 MT >2 MT

Crane outreach >15 feet >15 feet >15 feet >15 feet

N/A Not available or not applicable

(1) Information required for vessels older than 20 years; Q88, Gas Form C, where applicable, and last SIRE report

(2) Steel or synthetic

(3) Synthetic only

(4) Preferred mooring arrangement 3x2x2 (14 lines total)

Dock Maximums Dock 1 Dock 2 Dock 3 Dock 4 Dock 5 Tugs

LOA (feet) LOA (meters)

821 (A) 250.24

655 (B) 199.65

546 (B) 166.43

300 91.4

300 91.4

Beam (feet) Beam (meters)

145 44.2

105 32.0

85 25.9

54 16.46

54 16.46

Maximum water depth 46.0 46.0 46.0 35.0 12.0

(A) Vessels up to a LOA of 905' and beam width of 164 feet will be considered for cargo operations at Docks 1 on a case by case basis.

For vessels of this size, note the following requirements:

Minimum Elevation of ship’s piping manifold – centerline of pipe Elev. +25’-0” referenced to MLLW

Maximum Elevation of ship’s piping manifold – centerline of pipe Elev. +61’-0” referenced to MLLW

(B) Vessels up to a LOA of 750' and beam width of 106 feet will be considered for cargo operations at Docks 2 and 3 on a case by case basis

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Products / Loading Arms / Loading Hoses Dock 1

Arms Dock 2 Arms

Dock 3 Arms

Dock 3 Hoses

Dock 4 Hoses

Atmospheric Tank Bottoms 10 inch

Crude 2 X 16 inch 12 inch 10 inch

Distillate (Gasoil/Kerosene) 12 inch

Gasoil only 10 inch

Kerosene only 10 inch

Propane (refrigerated -45C) 16 inch

Propane (refrigerated -45C) 12 inch

Propane (pressurized 25F) 12 inch

Butane (pressurized 25F) 12 inch 10 inch (A) 8 inch 6 inch

Naphtha (Vessels) 12 inch 16 inch 2 X 10 inch

Naphtha (Barges) 12 inch 10 inch 6 inch

Fertilizer (GateFront) 8 & 10 inch NOTE: For refrigerated propane, 300 pound ANSI "raised face" stainless steel reducers capable to load propane at temperatures of -45.5C (-50.0F) are required

(A) Out of service at this time

Vapor Arms / Hoses Dock 1

Arms Dock 2 Arms

Dock 3 Arms

Dock 3 Hoses

Dock 4 Hoses

All products 16 inch 12 inch 10 inch

Naphtha 10 inch 8 inch

LPG’s 6 inch 4 inch

Minimum Loading Rates (Barrels per hour) Dock 1

(VRU’s) Dock 1 (VCU’s)

Dock 2 (VRU’s)

Dock 2 (VCU’s)

Dock 3

Crude (1 arm) 14,400 9,600 16,000 9,600 9,600

Crude (2 arms) 28,800 19,200

Distillate 9,600 9,600 9,600 9,600

Kerosene only 4,800 4,800

Propane (refrigerated) 9,600 9,600

Propane (pressurized) 4,000 4,000

Butane (pressurized) 4,000 4,000 4,000

Naphtha 9,600 9,600 9,600

Atmospheric Tank Bottoms 4,800

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General Items Terminal operation - 365 day each year, 24 hour each day

ISGOTT and ISPS certification is required for vessels and ocean going barges

Channel maximum wind speed hourly average - Highest average wind speed of 11.3 knots during May reaching 16.5 knots

OCIMF Mooring Equipment Guidelines - Vessels/barges to comply with ISGOTT check list

Maximum significant wave height (all directions) - 1 foot average wave height (per Corpus Christi Pilots Association)

Discharging pressures - Maximum 100 psi, 6.89 bar

Inert gas systems required for vessels > 20,000 DWT - Yes, however, IGS must be deactivated during loading Operating Wind Speeds

Cargo operations suspended at 30 miles per hour sustained

Transfer lines disconnected at 35 miles per hour sustained

Vessel/barges vacate Terminal docks 40 miles per hour sustained

Recommended minimum mooring line capacity

Vessels - 59 MT

Ocean going barges - 46 MT

Inland barges - 24 MT

NOTE: The official maximum water draft for the Port of Corpus Christi is 45 feet. The Port of Corpus Christi also has a maximum air draft of 137.5 feet of clearance to the Harbor Bridge located at the East end entrance to the inner harbor channel.

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BUCKEYE TEXAS HUB – VESSEL PRE-ARRIVAL QUESTIONNAIRE

Vessel Pre-Arrival Questionnaire

Terminal Buckeye Texas Hub Date (Current Date)

Vessel Edmonton Oiler Vessel ETB (Estimate Berthing Date)

Product Naphtha Ordered Volume (Barrels)

Dock Assignment BTH Dock 3 Load ( X ) Discharge ( )

Dock Connections Cargo Size (Per Dock Assignment) Vapor Size (Per Dock Assignment)

Vessel Owner’s Agent (Agency Name) Charterer’s Agent (Agency Name)

Line Handler (Line handling company name)

Last Port of Call (Provide the location of the vessel's last Port of Call)

Last Cargo (Provide last cargo loaded to ensure compatibility with cargo to load)

Volume remaining onboard (ROB) in barrels

(Provide the volume of product, if any, remaining onboard)

H2s / Benzene levels onboard

(Provide the H2s/benzene levels, if any, in the cargo tanks) (Provide the method, instrument used to determine the H2s/benzene levels. E.g. four gas monitor)

Reid vapor pressure (RVP) (Provide the Reid vapor pressure of the cargo ROB)

Current cargo tank pressure (inches of water column

(Provide the current cargo tank pressures) NOTE: The maximum vapor pressure for the vessel's cargo tanks upon arrival is 10 inches of water column, preferably 5 inches or less. The vessel will need to be de-pressurize should the pressure on berthing be above 10 inches of water column.)

Vessel maximum loading pressure (inches of water column)

(Provide the vessel maximum pressure for loading)

Reducers onboard

(Confirm the vessel has the appropriate reducers for their dock assignment, if not, the agent is responsible to arrange to have a reducer delivered prior to berthing. It is the vessel's responsibility to have the appropriate reducers installed on their manifold for the loading arm/hose connections at their assigned dock prior to berthing. Any delay due to installing the reducers after berthing will be for the account of the vessel)

Maximum cargo rates (Provide the maximum loading/discharge rate expected)

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If so equipped, what try of strainer will the vessel use (coned, cylinder) during cargo operations and the mesh size

(Provide the strainer description and mesh size)

Is the vessel capable of sampling product (loading or discharging) at the vessel’s manifold

Yes / No

Scheduled deliveries (bunkers, stores, equipment, etc.)

(Confirm if the vessel has arranged any deliveries, identify the materials to be delivered and method, dock access or channel side)

Certifications (Confirm all certifications are current or have been renewed)

Other (Additional comments, if necessary)

Terminal Requirements / Restrictions

General Gate list must be provided to the agent and the Terminal before the vessel is inbound to the terminal

Agent must provide a copy of the any and all materials to be delivered to the vessel, either dock or channel side

Crude / Naphtha Loading

All vessels that require vapor recovery/control will undergo a vapor manifold inspection to confirm no water will enter Buckeye’s vapor control systems.

Please notify the vessel that the terminal does not load onto vessels with H2S in vapor in the vessels compartments above 10ppm. The vessel is to notify the terminal immediately if this is unachievable.

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BUCKEYE TEXAS HUB – VESSEL PRE-ARRIVAL QUESTIONNAIRE

Gasoil / Kerosene Loading

Please advise the vessel the terminal is only permitted for vapor recovery on naphtha and crude oil loading. Please have the vessel advise the last cargo loaded, the volume remaining onboard (ROB) from its last cargo and RVP for the ROB cargo, or confirm the vessel’s cargo tanks vapor pressure will be less than 0.5 bar upon arrival.

Please advise the vessel the distillate loading arm is located farthest to the East on Dock 1. For the purpose of securing the vessel’s gangway, please advise the vessel we will load the vessel using the cargo manifold connection on the vessel’s starboard side closest to the vessel’s bow. Please ensure the vessel has prepared that cargo manifold, prior to arrival, for connection to the distillate loading arm.

The terminal does not allow switch loading, and therefore, the vessel must arrive fully inerted or certified free of flammable vapor (meaning <0.1 % hydrocarbon vapor content by volume) by a licensed marine chemist or other acceptable specialist.

Fully Refrigerated Butane / Propane Loading

Please confirm the vessel will arrive with a 300 ASA stainless steel (capable of loading at temperature of -45.5°C) raised face reducer to fit our 16 inch or 12 inch Marine Loading Arm connection that has Manual Quick Connect/Disconnect Couplers (QCDC). Please also confirm the vessel will supply the gasket necessary to fit their manifold connection as well. In the event the vessel does not have the appropriate reducer, it will be the responsibility of the vessel or its agent(s) to arrange the necessary reducers. The facility will not be held liable for any delays, incompatibility, or performance requirements that result from the usage of provided reducers.

Please note that the discharge pump pressure on propane pumps can reach ~125 pounds and ~150 pounds for butane pumps.

Please notify the vessel that, for the initial loading of the LPG products at the terminal, the product is at ambient temperatures until such time as the refrigerated material moves through the transfer line and reaches the vessel’s cargo tanks. Therefore, the vessel’s compressors may be required to maintain cargo tank pressure. The volume in the transfer line to displace varies by product and will be identified during the pre-loading conference between the terminal and the vessel.

Please notify the vessel that, the Terminal performs pressure tests on all cargo connections using nitrogen prior to the commencement of loading. In addition, the terminal displaces all material in the loading arms/connections to the vessel. The Terminal will not receive or displace product to the Terminal's shore facilities.

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BUCKEYE TEXAS HUB – BARGE PRE-ARRIVAL QUESTIONNAIRE

Barge Pre-Arrival Questionnaire

Terminal Buckeye Texas Hub Date (Current Date)

Barge ID(s) (Barge Initials/Number) Vessel ETB (Estimate Berthing Date)

Tug Name (Tug Name) Barge Company (Barge Company Name)

Product Naphtha Ordered Volume (Barrels)

Dock Assignment BTH Dock 3 Load ( X ) Discharge ( )

Dock Connections Cargo Size (Per Dock Assignment) Vapor Size (Per Dock Assignment)

Last Cargo (Provide last cargo loaded to ensure compatibility with cargo to load)

Volume remaining onboard (ROB) in barrels

(Provide the volume of product, if any, remaining onboard)

H2s / Benzene levels onboard

(Provide the H2s/benzene levels, if any, in the cargo tanks) (Provide the method, instrument used to determine the H2s/benzene levels. E.g. four gas monitor)

Reid vapor pressure (RVP) (Provide the Reid vapor pressure of the cargo ROB)

Current cargo tank pressure (inches of water column

(Provide the current cargo tank pressures) NOTE: The maximum vapor pressure for the barge's cargo tanks upon arrival is 10 inches of water column, preferably 5 inches or less. The barge will need to be de-pressurize should the pressure on berthing be above 10 inches of water column.)

Barge maximum loading pressure (inches of water column)

(Provide the barge maximum pressure for loading)

Reducers onboard

(Confirm the barge has the appropriate reducers for their dock assignment, if not, the barge owner is responsible to arrange to have a reducer delivered prior to berthing. It is the barge's responsibility to have the appropriate reducers installed on their manifold for the loading arm/hose connections at their assigned dock prior to berthing. Any delay due to installing the reducers after berthing will be for the account of the barge)

Maximum cargo rates (Provide the maximum loading/discharge rate expected)

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If so equipped, what try of strainer will the barge use (coned, cylinder) during cargo operations and the mesh size

(Provide the strainer description and mesh size)

Is the barge capable of sampling product (loading or discharging) at the barge’s manifold

Yes / No

Scheduled deliveries (bunkers, stores, equipment, etc.)

(Confirm if the barge has arranged any deliveries, identify the materials to be delivered and method, dock access or channel side)

Certifications (Confirm all certifications are current or have been renewed)

Other (Additional comments, if necessary)

Terminal Requirements / Restrictions

General Gate list must be provided to the agent and the Terminal before the barge is inbound to the terminal

Agent must provide a copy of the any and all materials to be delivered to the barge, either dock or channel side

American Cab Company is prohibited on site.

Crude / Naphtha Loading

All barges that require vapor recovery/control will undergo a vapor manifold inspection to confirm no water will enter Buckeye’s vapor control systems.

Please notify the barge that the terminal does not load onto barges with H2S in vapor in the barge’s compartments above 10ppm. The barge is to notify the terminal immediately if this is unachievable.

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BUCKEYE TEXAS HUB – BARGE PRE-ARRIVAL QUESTIONNAIRE

Gasoil / Kerosene Loading

Please advise the barge the terminal is only permitted for vapor recovery on naphtha and crude oil loading. Please have the barge advise the last cargo loaded, the volume remaining onboard (ROB) from its last cargo and RVP for the ROB cargo, or confirm the barge’s cargo tanks vapor pressure will be less than 0.5 bar upon arrival.

The terminal does not allow switch loading, and therefore, the barge must arrive fully inerted or certified free of flammable vapor (meaning <0.1 % hydrocarbon vapor content by volume) by a licensed marine chemist or other acceptable specialist.

Fully Refrigerated Butane / Propane Loading

Please confirm the barge will arrive with a 300 ASA stainless steel (capable of loading at temperature of -45.5°C) raised face reducer to marine loading arm connections. Please also confirm the barge will supply the gasket necessary to fit their manifold connection as well. In the event the barge does not have the appropriate reducer, it will be the responsibility of the barge or its owner(s) to arrange the necessary reducers. The facility will not be held liable for any delays, incompatibility, or performance requirements that result from the usage of provided reducers.

Please note that the discharge pump pressure on propane pumps can reach ~125 pounds and ~150 pounds for butane pumps.

Please notify the barge that, for the initial loading of the LPG products at the terminal, the product is at ambient temperatures until such time as the refrigerated material moves through the transfer line and reaches the barge’s cargo tanks. Therefore, the barge’s compressors may be required to maintain cargo tank pressure. The volume in the transfer line to displace varies by product and will be identified during the pre-loading conference between the terminal and the barge.

Please notify the barge that, the Terminal performs pressure tests on all cargo connections using nitrogen prior to the commencement of loading. In addition, the terminal displaces all material in the loading arms/connections to the barge. The Terminal will not receive or displace product to the Terminal's shore facilities.

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BUCKEYE TEXAS HUB – NOTICE TO ARRIVING FOREIGN FLAGGED VESSELS

NOTICE: All crew members of foreign flagged vessels must be escorted by their agent or agent’s

representative at all times while entering or exiting the Buckeye facility. All agent’s or agent’s

representatives must be in possession of valid TWIC cards.

All crew members requesting to come ashore will wait aboard the vessel until the agent or

representative arrives and the dock PIC calls them ashore. When coming ashore all crew members

will wear all required PPE being a hard hat, steel toe boots and eye protection.

If the agent or representative is unavailable or unwilling to escort the vessel crew members on and off

of the facility grounds then they will not be permitted to come ashore. The only agent representatives

Buckeye Texas Hub will accept are those emailed directly to Buckeye Texas Hub by the agent

himself.

Important: When crew members return to Buckeye Texas Hub, they must be escorted back to the

Vessel by the same representative who escorted them out of the terminal.

Please ensure a list of all agent representatives is emailed to [email protected] prior to a

vessels arrival. Your cooperation is much appreciated.