International Maritime Regulations

MARPOL — Prevention of Pollution from Ships

This test will help you assess your knowledge of the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) – the principal international instrument for the protection of the marine environment. The questions cover regulations on the handling, storage, and transport of substances, as well as the disposal of wastes such as cleaning agents and wash water from cargo holds.

Questions 18

Time Limit 9 min

Language English

Sample Questions

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Question 1

In the Convention, oil is defined as:

A Oil of any kind.

B Oil in any form, including crude oil, liquid fuels, oily precipitates, oil residues and refined petroleum products.

C Oil-containing precipitation, oil residues and refined oil products.

D Liquid fuel, oil-containing precipitation.

Question 2

How long are International Certificates issued for?

A For 5 years.

B For 4 years.

C For 3 years.

D For 5.5 years.

Question 3

What survey is required for oil tankers of 150 GT or more, and other ships of 400 GT or more, within three months before or after the annual Certificate date?

A Annual survey.

B Intermediate survey.

C Renewal survey.

D Initial survey.

Question 4

The vessel's oily water separator (OWS) and overboard discharge control equipment has broken down, what action does the crew take?

A Any discharge of oil is prohibited. Stop discharge immediately, log the failure, and keep oil residues until repairs or offloading to facilities.

B Any discharge of oil is prohibited. Immediately stop overboard discharge of water.

C Any discharge of oil is prohibited, notify port authorities immediately.

D Urgently notify port authorities and await instructions.

Question 5

Where are records made for hazardous liquid operations?

A Cargo Log book.

B Bell book.

C Visitor book.

D Oil Record book.

MARPOL — Prevention of Pollution from Ships

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