Marina Security & Emergency Management Flashcards

Which regulation governs oil spill prevention for marinas with fuel storage above a certain threshold?

Answer: SPCC (Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure) rule

EPA's SPCC rule requires facilities storing oil above threshold quantities to prepare and implement spill prevention plans.

What is the best practice for marina CCTV camera placement?

Answer: At all access points, fuel docks, and high-value vessel storage areas

Comprehensive camera coverage of access points, fuel areas, and vessel storage deters crime and provides evidence when incidents occur.

When a vessel fire occurs at the dock, what is the FIRST priority for marina staff?

Answer: Ensure all people are clear of the vessel and dock area

Life safety is always the first priority — ensuring all persons are evacuated from the immediate area before any fire suppression attempt.

A marina's emergency contact list should be reviewed and updated at minimum how often?

Answer: Annually

Emergency contact lists should be reviewed at least annually to ensure all phone numbers, agency contacts, and staff roles remain current.

Which of the following best describes a 'hot work permit' in marina operations?

Answer: An authorization required before welding, cutting, or grinding near flammable materials

A hot work permit authorizes welding, cutting, and grinding operations near fuel systems or flammable materials, with documented safety precautions.

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), marinas must provide accessible routes to which areas?

Answer: All public-use areas including docks, fuel stations, and launch ramps

The ADA requires marinas to provide accessible routes to all public-use areas, including docks, fuel stations, and launch ramps.