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

Where are oil residue transactions recorded?

A Bell book.

B Oil record book.

C Ballast water record book.

D Deck log book.

Question 2

To implement Annex III, which code should be followed?

A IMDG Code.

B ISM Code.

C LSA Code.

D CRAIN Code.

Question 3

What is the gross tonnage of the vessel that must have a Garbage Management Plan on board?

A 100 register tons or more.

B 100 register tons or less.

C 900 register tons or more.

D 70 register tons or more.

Question 4

Where is information on vessel operation in polar waters with respect to oil and oily mixtures recorded?

A Oil Record Book.

B Bell Book.

C Visitor Book.

D Garbage Record Book.

Question 5

What are the ways to recycle plastic on a ship?

A Harbouring and also incineration, provided that the plastic has no toxic or heavy metal residues.

B Overboard discharge.

C Incineration in an incinerator.

MARPOL — Prevention of Pollution from Ships

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