USCG Exam Practice · MARPOL and discharge regulations
Under 33 CFR §151.32, which special areas are designated for MARPOL Annex II, and what is the discharge rule specifically applicable to the Antarctic area?
- AMediterranean Sea, Baltic Sea, and Antarctic area; discharges of NLSs are limited to 15 ppm in the Antarctic area
- BBaltic Sea, Black Sea, and Antarctic area; discharges of NLSs or mixtures containing NLSs are prohibited in the Antarctic area✓ correct
- CBaltic Sea, North Sea, and Antarctic area; NLS discharges require prior approval from the COTP in the Antarctic area
- DBlack Sea, Red Sea, and Antarctic area; NLS discharges are permitted only through approved reception facilities in the Antarctic area
Why B is correct
33 CFR §151.32(a) designates the Baltic Sea area, Black Sea area, and Antarctic area as special areas for Annex II purposes, and specifically states that discharges into the sea of NLSs or mixtures containing such substances are prohibited in the Antarctic area.
Cited:33 CFR §151.32
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