Questions and Answers
What conditions must be satisfied for the discharge of oil or oily mixtures from ships of 400 gross tonnage and above to be permissible?
Under which circumstances can oily mixtures be discharged into navigable waters of the United States?
What is the maximum allowable oil content in effluent for discharge without dilution?
What is the consequence of discharging oil or petroleum wastes directly into the sea from designated tanks?
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Which regulatory body governs the discharges of oil or oily mixtures in the United States?
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Study Notes
Oil Discharge Regulations
- Discharging oil or petroleum waste from engine rooms, pump rooms, or slop tanks into the sea is strictly prohibited.
- Waste must be stored onboard in designated tanks until it can be transferred to reception facilities.
Conditions for Discharge
- Ships of 400 gross tonnage and above may discharge oily mixtures into the sea only when specific conditions are met:
- The ship must be en-route.
- The oily mixture must pass through an oil filtering system.
- The oil content of the effluent must not exceed 15 parts per million (PPM) without dilution.
U.S. Legal Framework
- In navigable waters of the United States, oil discharges are governed by the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (FWPCA) and 40 CFR Part 110.
- Under subsection 9 (2) (e) of the FWPCA, certain discharges aimed at combating pollution incidents may be exempt from additional regulations if approved by a designated officer.
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Test your knowledge on maritime pollution regulations regarding oil and petroleum waste discharge from ships. This quiz covers the guidelines and conditions under which such discharges are prohibited and the responsibilities of ship operators. Ensure you are familiar with the legal requirements for handling oily mixtures at sea.
