Questions and Answers
What is the maximum allowed oil content in wastewater to be discharged by an OWS?
Why is an oily water separator necessary on ships?
Which regulation outlines the limitations on oil content in discharged bilge water?
What is prohibited in relation to the discharge of oil on ships?
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What are common sources of oily water generated on ships?
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Study Notes
Overview of Oily Water Separator (OWS)
- An oily water separator processes water to ensure oil content is below 15 parts per million (ppm).
- Its primary function is to separate oil from water onboard ships before discharge overboard.
Purpose and Importance
- Ships generate oily water through machinery leaks, fuel spills, and cleaning operations.
- OWS is essential for environmental protection and ensures compliance with maritime regulations.
Regulations and Compliance
- MARPOL (International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships) sets regulations to prevent marine pollution.
- Annex I of MARPOL restricts oil content in bilge water discharges into the sea.
- Direct discharge of oil or oil-water mixtures into marine environments is strictly prohibited.
- All oily water must pass through an OWS to meet environmental standards prior to disposal.
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Explore the vital role of Oil Water Separators (OWS) in marine operations. This quiz covers the purpose, importance, and regulations surrounding the use of OWS on ships to ensure the oil content in water is below permissible limits. Test your knowledge on how these devices contribute to environmental protection.
