Coast Guard Test Coast Guard Marine Environmental Protection 3

Question 1

What does an oily water separator do aboard a vessel?

Accepted Answer

Separates oil from bilge water before discharge

Answer

An oily water separator removes oil from bilge water so the water can be discharged within legal limits.

Question 2

The maximum permissible oil content for bilge water discharged from a vessel is generally:

Accepted Answer

15 parts per million

Answer

MARPOL sets the maximum allowable oil content in discharged bilge water at 15 parts per million.

Question 3

What is a boom used for in oil spill response?

Accepted Answer

To contain and control the spread of oil

Answer

A containment boom is a floating barrier used to contain and control the spread of spilled oil.

Question 4

Which document outlines a vessel's procedures for responding to an oil pollution emergency?

Accepted Answer

The Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plan (SOPEP)

Answer

The SOPEP details the procedures and contacts a crew must follow during an oil pollution emergency.

Question 5

The use of chemical dispersants on an oil spill generally requires:

Accepted Answer

Pre-authorization or approval from the Federal On-Scene Coordinator

Answer

Chemical dispersants may only be used with authorization from the Federal On-Scene Coordinator under the National Contingency Plan.

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