If it becomes necessary to pump bilges while...

Question 1 / 270705eccef9ebacbc34ba4d4666d

Question 1 of 270705eccef9ebacbc34ba4d4666d

If it becomes necessary to pump bilges while a vessel is in port, which of the following procedures should be followed?

Question 1 of 27070

If it becomes necessary to pump bilges while a vessel is in port, which of the following procedures should be followed?

🔍 Key Concepts

• Pollution prevention regulations in port and inland waters • Handling oily bilge water versus clean water • Requirements for proper reception facilities (shore tank/barge) for oily mixtures

💭 Think About

• Which option ensures that no oil or oily mixtures are discharged directly into the harbor or surrounding waters? • Do time of day or stage of tide change your legal responsibility regarding pollution? • Which choice reflects compliance with MARPOL/US regulations about disposal of oily bilge water in port areas?

✅ Before You Answer

• Verify which option prevents any discharge overboard in port if bilge water may be contaminated with oil • Check whether darkness or outgoing tide legally excuses pollution (they do not) • Confirm that proper method involves approved shore reception facilities for oily bilge water

Question 1 of 27070

If it becomes necessary to pump bilges while a vessel is in port, which of the following procedures should be followed?

Pump only if the discharge is led to a shore tank or barge.

Pump only during the hours of darkness.

Pump only on the outgoing tide.

Pump only as much as is necessary.