MAR ENV MIDTERM QUIZ

What is the primary purpose of MARPOL Annex III?

• To regulate ship construction standards

• To prevent pollution by harmful substances in packaged form

• To manage ballast water exchange

• To control air emissions from ships

Which of the following is NOT covered under the Merchant Shipping Order 2015 for MARPOL Annex III?

• Manx ships carrying harmful substances

• Foreign ships in territorial waters

• Commercial fishing vessels

• Fixed or floating platforms

How are 'harmful substances' defined according to the document?

• Any substance carried by ships

• Substances identified as marine pollutants in the IMDG Code

• Only liquid chemicals

• Materials harmful to ship structures

Under what circumstance is jettisoning of harmful substances permitted?

• During rough weather

• When containers are damaged

• To secure ship safety or save life at sea

• During normal operations

When must documentation be provided to port authorities?

• After departure

• During transit

• Before departure

• Upon request only

What is the Isle of Man Ship Registry's role regarding legal advice?

• Provides definitive legal counsel

• Cannot give legal advice

• Serves as final legal authority

• Provides binding legal interpretations

What is the primary purpose of MARPOL Annex IV?

• To regulate ship maintenance procedures

• To prevent pollution of marine environment by sewage from ships

• To establish crew certification requirements

• To regulate maritime commerce

Which vessels are subject to the Merchant Shipping Order 2014 for MARPOL Annex IV?

• Only vessels over 400gt regardless of passenger capacity

• Only vessels carrying more than 15 persons regardless of size

• Vessels either over 400gt or certified to carry more than 15 persons

• All vessels regardless of size or passenger capacity

For sewage treatment plants installed after January 1, 2016, which standard applies?

• MEPC.2(VI)

• MEPC.159(55)

• MEPC.227(64) as amended by MEPC.284(70)

• MEPC.157(55)

When testing sewage through a US Sieve No. 12, what is the maximum allowable retained material weight?

• 25 mg

• 40 mg

• 50 mg

• 60 mg