MARPOL Annex IV Quiz

What is the role of an International Sewage Pollution Prevention (ISPP) Certificate?

• To certify that a ship meets MARPOL Annex IV requirements

• To regulate garbage disposal

• To allow ships to discharge untreated sewage

• To permit oil discharge at sea

A ship is required to maintain an approved sewage management plan. What does this document outline?

• Procedures for sewage treatment and disposal

• Methods for oil spill cleanup

• Ballast water exchange procedures

• Fuel efficiency strategies

How often must a ship's sewage treatment plant be inspected for compliance?

• Annually

• Every 5 years

• Only upon request from port authorities

• Monthly

What is one consequence of non-compliance with MARPOL Annex IV?

• Increased fuel efficiency

• Fines, detention, or revocation of certification

• Permission to operate in restricted areas

• Exemption from further inspections

Which of the following is a method to minimize sewage pollution?

• Using holding tanks for later disposal

• Dumping sewage at night

• Discharging untreated sewage in international waters

• Ignoring MARPOL regulations

What is the primary factor in determining the permitted sewage discharge method for a vessel?

• Distance from shore

• Number of crew onboard

• Type of cargo carried

• Speed of the vessel

What is a key environmental risk of untreated sewage discharge?

• Acidification of the ocean

• Introduction of harmful pathogens

• Increased fish populations

• Reduction of ship fuel consumption

What is the main purpose of port reception facilities for sewage?

• To provide emergency fuel

• To allow safe disposal of sewage

• To store cargo

• To provide drinking water

Which ship is most likely to have stricter sewage discharge regulations?

• A small fishing boat

• A large cruise ship

• A military vessel

• A tugboat

What is the effect of eutrophication caused by sewage discharge?

• Increased marine biodiversity

• Oxygen depletion and harmful algal blooms

• Improved water clarity

• Reduced fuel consumption