Quiz 10

What is the minimum distance from the nearest land for discharging comminuted or ground food wastes into the sea?

• 1 nautical mile

• 3 nautical miles

• 6 nautical miles

• 12 nautical miles

What is the size limit for comminuted food waste particles discharged into the sea?

• 10 mm

• 15 mm

• 20 mm

• 25 mm

How far must untreated food waste be discharged from the nearest land?

• 3 nautical miles

• 6 nautical miles

• 12 nautical miles

• 15 nautical miles

Cargo residues not classified as harmful to the marine environment can be discharged at least how far from the nearest land?

• 3 nautical miles

• 6 nautical miles

• 12 nautical miles

• 15 nautical miles

How far must animal carcasses be discharged from the nearest land?

• 3 nautical miles

• 6 nautical miles

• 12 nautical miles

• As far as possible

Can cleaning agents in wash water be discharged into the sea?

• No, they are always harmful.

• Yes, if they are not harmful to the marine environment.

• Only in Special Areas.

• Yes, without any restrictions.

Solid bulk cargoes harmful to the marine environment must be classified under which appendix of Annex V?

• Appendix I

• Appendix II

• Appendix III

• Appendix IV

What is the restriction for discharging garbage from fixed or floating platforms?

• Prohibited within 500 m of the platform

• Allowed only with comminuted food waste

• Prohibited entirely

• Allowed only for emergencies

Food wastes discharged from platforms more than 12 nautical miles from land must pass through what?

• A chemical treatment process

• A grinder or comminuter

• An incinerator

• A recycling facility

Under what condition can garbage be discharged to ensure the safety of the ship?

• Only when authorized by port control

• If necessary to protect the ship and its crew

• In all weather conditions

• Only with special equipment