MARPOL Annex II Quiz

When was IMO Resolution MEPC.315(74), which amended MARPOL Annex II, adopted?

• 1 January 2021

• 17 May 2019

• 10 July 1996

• 3 March 2012

Under MARPOL Annex II, how are Noxious Liquid Substances (NLS) categorized based on their threat to the marine environment?

• A, B, and C (A being the greatest threat)

• X, Y, and Z (X being the greatest threat)

• 1, 2, and 3 (1 being the greatest threat)

• No categories exist for NLS under Annex II.

Discharges from Category Z NLS are subject to:

• Strict prohibition.

• Moderate limitations.

• No regulations under Annex II.

• The same limitations as Category Y.

When is discharging NLS waste allowed under Annex II?

• Never.

• Only in designated "special areas".

• Under specific controlled conditions defined for each category.

• Discharging is always allowed as long as reported.

Which of the following is NOT a factor considered when controlling NLS discharges under Annex II?

• Minimum water depth at the discharge location

• Speed of the ship during discharge

• Distance from the nearest land

• Type of marine life in the discharge area

How are "Other Substances" (OS) categorized under MARPOL Annex II?

• Not considered NLS and pose no harm.

• Fall under a separate, less stringent category.

• Classified within Categories X, Y, or Z.

• Require the same regulations as Category X.

Which ships are required to have a shipboard emergency plan for Noxious Liquid Substances (NLS)?

• All passenger ships.

• Every ship of 150 gross tonnage and above certified to carry noxious liquid substances in bulk.

• Only ships carrying Category X NLS.

• Only tankers certified for bulk NLS transport.

What is the minimum language requirement for the Shipboard Marine Pollution Emergency Plan?

• It must be in English.

• It must be in the official language of the flag state.

• It must be in a working language understood by the captain and officers.

• Multiple language versions are required.

Who is responsible for approving the Shipboard Marine Pollution Emergency Plan?

• The ship's captain.

• The International Maritime Organization (IMO).

• The flag state administration (country of registration).

• The local port authority at each visited port.

What is the primary purpose of the Procedures and Arrangements Manual (PAM)?

• To document the specific NLS cargo carried on each voyage.

• To outline the legal requirements for NLS handling under MARPOL Annex II.

• To guide ship's officers on proper procedures for NLS cargo operations.

• To record NLS discharge events during the voyage.