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

How long is the bunker delivery note retained on board ship?

A 3 years.

B 4 years.

C 2.5 years.

Question 2

How many methods of oil residue removal?

A 4.

B 1.

C 2.

D 3.

Question 3

What oil content in ppm is allowed?

A 4 ppm.

B 15 ppm.

C 13 ppm.

D 2 ppm.

Question 4

What is meant by the term "Shelf Glacier" according to the Polar Code?

A Ice cover of considerable thickness afloat, 2-50 meters or more above sea level, and attached to the shore.

B Ice cover of considerable thickness afloat, 2-30 meters or more above sea level, and attached to the shore.

C Ice cover of considerable thickness afloat, 2-40 meters or more above sea level, and attached to the shore.

D Ice cover of considerable thickness afloat, 2-25 meters or more above sea level, and attached to the shore.

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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