AB Deck Safety and Pollution 2

Question 1

Under MARPOL Annex I, what is the maximum oil content permitted in bilge water discharged overboard outside special areas?

Accepted Answer

15 ppm

Answer

MARPOL Annex I requires that bilge water discharged outside special areas must not exceed 15 parts per million (ppm) oil content.

Question 2

When working aloft or over the side, which safety item is MOST important to wear in addition to a life jacket?

Accepted Answer

A safety harness with a lanyard

Answer

A safety harness with a lanyard is essential when working aloft or over the side to prevent falls.

Question 3

What does an OWS (Oily Water Separator) 15 ppm alarm indicate?

Accepted Answer

Oil content in the effluent exceeds the permitted limit

Answer

The 15 ppm alarm triggers when the effluent oil content exceeds the MARPOL discharge limit, automatically stopping discharge.

Question 4

A 'permit to work' system is primarily designed to:

Accepted Answer

Ensure hazardous tasks are formally authorized and controlled

Answer

A permit to work system formally authorizes hazardous tasks and ensures all safety precautions are in place before work begins.

Question 5

Under MARPOL, what must be recorded each time bilge water is discharged overboard?

Accepted Answer

An entry in the Oil Record Book Part I

Answer

All overboard discharges of bilge water must be entered in the Oil Record Book Part I as required by MARPOL Annex I.

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