MARLAW Finals Quiz 3

What is the primary purpose of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW)?

• Regulate ship construction standards

• Ensure seafarers have the necessary skills and training

• Limit liability for oil pollution damage

• Control ballast water management

Which convention establishes limits on shipowners' liability for oil pollution damage?

• STCW

• International Convention on Civil Liability for Oil Pollution Damage (CLC)

• International Convention on Oil Pollution Preparedness, Response and Co-operation (OPRC)

• Ballast Water Management Convention

The Fund Convention complements which other convention by providing additional compensation for oil pollution damage?

• SOLAS

• CLC

• ISPS

• MARPOL Annex VI

What is the main focus of the International Convention on Oil Pollution Preparedness, Response and Co-operation (OPRC ) Convention?

• Training of seafarers

• Response to oil spills

• Regulation of dangerous goods

• Air pollution from ships

Which MARPOL Annex regulates air pollution from ships?

• Annex I

• Annex IV

• Annex VI

• Annex V

The Ballast Water Management Convention aims to prevent the spread of:

• Oil spills

• Harmful aquatic organisms

• Air pollutants

• Dangerous goods

What does the IMDG Code regulate?

• Safe transportation of dangerous goods by sea

• Training of seafarers

• Oil pollution compensation

• Air emissions from ships

Which Philippine law governs maritime affairs and incorporates SOLAS, MARPOL, and ISPS provisions?

• Philippine Coast Guard Law

• Philippine Merchant Marine Law (R.A. 9295)

• Oil Pollution Act of 1990

• Maritime Safety Law

In the USA, which act strengthens the response to oil spills and aligns with MARPOL?

• Coast Guard Authorization Act

• Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA 90)

• Maritime Safety Act

• Environment Protection Act

Which Chinese law aligns with the principles of SOLAS and MARPOL?

• Regulations on Marine Pollution Prevention

• Maritime Safety Law of China

• Ballast Water Management Law

• IMDG Code Implementation Law