USCG Exam PracticePollution prevention and environmental awareness
Under 33 CFR §151.10(f), when an oceangoing ship of 400 gross tons or more cannot discharge oily mixtures in compliance with the applicable discharge conditions and intends to discharge to a reception facility at a U.S. port, the person in charge must notify the port or terminal at least how far in advance of arrival?
- ✓ 24 hours before entering the port or terminalCorrect
- B. 12 hours before entering the port or terminal
- C. 48 hours before entering the port or terminal
- D. At the time of arrival at the port or terminal
Why A is correct
33 CFR §151.10(f)(2) requires that the person in charge of an oceangoing tanker or any other oceangoing ship of 400 gross tons or more notify the port or terminal at least 24 hours before entering, providing the estimated time of discharge, type of oily mixtures, and volume to be discharged.
Cited:33 CFR §151.10