SET 2

What is the primary method for managing ballast water on ships as per the BWM Convention?

• A) Use of chemicals

• B) Filtering systems

• C) Sediment control

• D) Ballast water exchange

Which of the following is a requirement for ballast water discharge in Special Areas?

• A) Discharge only when anchored

• B) Discharge only when the ship is en route

• C) Discharge only after treatment ashore

• D) Discharge only with port authority permission

What is the purpose of the International Ballast Water Management Certificate?

• A) To record ship’s voyage data

• B) To certify compliance with ballast water management regulations

• C) To document safety drills

• D) To track ship fuel emissions

Which regulation in the BWM Convention specifies the requirements for port reception facilities?

• A) Regulation A-3

• B) Regulation C-1

• C) Regulation D-1

• D) Regulation B-4

What is the consequence of non-compliance with the BWM Convention regulations?

• A) Suspension of voyage

• B) Cancellation of classification

• C) Legal penalties and fines

• D) Denial of anchorage

Which of the following is a key factor in determining the rate of ballast water discharge from ships?

• A) Speed of the ship

• B) Ship's gross tonnage

• C) Number of crew

• D) Age of vessel

What is the significance of the term "nearest land" in the BWM Convention?

• A) It affects ship-to-ship transfer distance

• B) It determines the distance for ballast water discharge regulations

• C) It defines ship emergency zones

• D) It determines ship routing

Which regulation in the BWM Convention addresses the control of sediments?

• A) Regulation C-1

• B) Regulation A-4

• C) Regulation E-2

• D) Regulation D-4

What is the primary environmental concern addressed by the BWM Convention?

• A) Oil discharge

• B) Garbage pollution

• C) Air emissions

• D) Invasive species

Which of the following is a requirement for ships under the BWM Convention?

• A) Oil Record Book

• B) Ballast Water Management Plan
  

• C) Crew Identification List

• D) Safety Equipment List