Pollution Prevention

Question 1

Standard Discharge Connection SDC

Answer 1

Examine the standard discharge connection:

• The shore connections for oil (bilge water/sludge) are fitted with a standard discharge connection that can connect to shore facilities when discharging oil. There is a separate discharge pipe for bilge and sludge. Ensure you check both shore connections for evidence of use that matches the ORB.

Question 2

Oil Spill Clean-Up Equipment

Answer 2

Spot-check that the equipment listed in the approved SOPEP is physically in the locker and has not been taken/tampered with. This equipment is specifically designated for oil spill clean-up. Verify oil dispersant drums have a tamper-resistant seal still in place and oil-soaked absorbent pads are not being stowed inside the locker.

Question 3

Garbage Management

Answer 3

Review the garbage management plan during the paperwork portion of the examination to get an understanding where the garbage stowage locations are around the ship. Ensure garbage is separated by type, such as plastic, food, paper, etc., per the ship’s garbage management plan. Ensure garbage placards stating what can be thrown overboard are posted throughout the ship.

Ensure accumulation of garbage is solely in garbage storage locker/deck location. If an abundant amount of garbage is located throughout the ship, then review last shore discharge/incineration. If deemed excessive, disposal enforcement is potentially necessary. Waste receptacles are to be constructed of non-combustible materials