Maritime Regulations: Definitions

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What is prohibited under Regulation 3, part (a), in the context of disposing of garbage at sea?

The disposal into the sea of all plastics, including synthetic ropes, synthetic fishing nets, plastic garbage bags, and incinerator ashes from plastic products that may contain toxic or heavy metal residues.

Under what condition is the disposal of garbage into the sea permitted from fixed or floating platforms engaged in the exploration, exploitation, and associated offshore processing of sea-bed mineral resources?

The disposal of food wastes is permitted when they have been passed through a comminuter or grinder from such fixed or floating platforms located more than 12 nautical miles from land.

What is the minimum distance from the nearest land required for the disposal of dunnage, lining, and packing materials that will float?

25 nautical miles

Under what circumstances can the escape of garbage from a ship be permitted under Regulation 6?

The escape of garbage resulting from damage to a ship or its equipment, provided all reasonable precautions have been taken before and after the occurrence of the damage, for the purpose of preventing or minimizing the escape. Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum size of screen openings that comminuted or ground garbage must be capable of passing through?

25 mm Signup and view all the answers

What is prohibited under Regulation 5?

The disposal of garbage within special areas. Signup and view all the answers

What types of waste are excluded from the definition of garbage in Annex 5 Regulation 1?

Fresh fish and parts thereof Signup and view all the answers

What is the reference point for determining the 'nearest land' in the context of Annex 5?

The baseline from which the territorial sea of the territory in question is established in accordance with international law Signup and view all the answers

What are the criteria for designating a 'special area' under Annex 5 Regulation 1?

Recognized technical reasons in relation to oceanographical and ecological condition and the particular character of its traffic Signup and view all the answers

Which ships are exempt from the provisions of Annex 5?

None, unless expressly provided otherwise Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of listing special areas in Regulation 5 of Annex 5?

To require the adoption of special mandatory methods for the prevention of sea pollution by garbage Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of Annex 5, as reflected in its regulations?

The prevention of sea pollution by garbage Signup and view all the answers