Environmental Regulations and Compliance Flashcards
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During tank washing operations, what device measures the oil content of wash water before any overboard discharge is permitted?
Answer: Oil Discharge Monitoring and Control (ODMC) system
The ODMC system continuously monitors oil content and instantaneous discharge rate, automatically preventing discharge if limits are exceeded.
Which regulation prohibits the discharge of garbage, including plastic, from ships anywhere at sea?
Answer: MARPOL Annex V
MARPOL Annex V prohibits the discharge of all plastics into the sea and restricts or prohibits other garbage depending on distance from shore.
A tanker's Cargo Record Book entry for a ballast voyage must include which of the following?
Answer: Position of the ship, quantity discharged, and whether an ODMC system was used
The Oil Record Book (Part II) requires entries including ship position, quantity of discharge, and confirmation of ODMC system use for any overboard discharge.
What is the term for the EPA permit that authorizes routine vessel discharges (such as ballast water and bilge water) into U.S. waters?
Answer: NPDES Vessel General Permit (VGP)
The EPA's Vessel General Permit (VGP) issued under the NPDES program authorizes certain routine discharges from commercial vessels in U.S. waters.
If a tanker accidentally discharges oil into U.S. navigable waters, what is the FIRST required action under OPA 90 and USCG regulations?
Answer: Immediately notify the National Response Center (NRC)
OPA 90 requires immediate notification of the National Response Center (NRC) at 1-800-424-8802 upon discovery of any oil discharge into U.S. waters.
Under MARPOL Annex VI, what is regulated to reduce air pollution from ships?
Answer: Sulfur content of fuel oil and NOx emissions from marine diesel engines
MARPOL Annex VI sets limits on sulfur oxide (SOx) emissions through fuel sulfur content caps and nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions from marine diesel engines.
What does the term 'Emission Control Area' (ECA) mean for a tanker transiting U.S. coastal waters?
Answer: Stricter limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate matter apply within the designated zone
In ECAs, vessels must comply with more stringent emissions standards for SOx (0.10% sulfur fuel), NOx, and particulate matter than on the open ocean.