Coast Guard Test Coast Guard Marine Environmental Protection 4

Question 1

Why is ballast water management important for the marine environment?

Accepted Answer

It prevents the spread of invasive aquatic species

Answer

Ballast water can transport invasive species between ecosystems, so management prevents ecological harm.

Question 2

The Oil Pollution Act of 1990 was enacted largely in response to which event?

Accepted Answer

The Exxon Valdez spill

Answer

The Oil Pollution Act of 1990 was passed following the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill in Alaska.

Question 3

Under the Oil Pollution Act, who is generally held financially responsible for cleanup costs of a spill?

Accepted Answer

The responsible party or vessel owner/operator

Answer

The Oil Pollution Act holds the responsible party liable for the costs of cleanup and damages.

Question 4

What is the best practice for disposing of used oil filters and rags aboard a vessel?

Accepted Answer

Retain them for proper disposal ashore

Answer

Oil-contaminated waste must be retained aboard and disposed of at proper shoreside facilities.

Question 5

Which of the following is considered a hazardous substance requiring special discharge reporting?

Accepted Answer

Certain paints, solvents, and chemicals

Answer

Certain chemicals such as solvents and paints are hazardous substances whose discharge must be reported.

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