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What is prohibited under Regulation 3, part (a), in the context of disposing of garbage at sea?
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?
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?
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?
Under what circumstances can the escape of garbage from a ship be permitted under Regulation 6?
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What is the minimum size of screen openings that comminuted or ground garbage must be capable of passing through?
What is the minimum size of screen openings that comminuted or ground garbage must be capable of passing through?
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What is prohibited under Regulation 5?
What is prohibited under Regulation 5?
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What types of waste are excluded from the definition of garbage in Annex 5 Regulation 1?
What types of waste are excluded from the definition of garbage in Annex 5 Regulation 1?
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What is the reference point for determining the 'nearest land' in the context of Annex 5?
What is the reference point for determining the 'nearest land' in the context of Annex 5?
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What are the criteria for designating a 'special area' under Annex 5 Regulation 1?
What are the criteria for designating a 'special area' under Annex 5 Regulation 1?
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Which ships are exempt from the provisions of Annex 5?
Which ships are exempt from the provisions of Annex 5?
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What is the purpose of listing special areas in Regulation 5 of Annex 5?
What is the purpose of listing special areas in Regulation 5 of Annex 5?
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What is the primary objective of Annex 5, as reflected in its regulations?
What is the primary objective of Annex 5, as reflected in its regulations?
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