USCG Exam PracticePollution prevention and environmental awareness
An oceangoing tanker of 400 gross tons or more intends to discharge oily mixtures to a reception facility at a U.S. port. Under 33 CFR §151.10(f), what is the minimum advance notice required and what information must be provided to the port or terminal?
- A. 12 hours before arrival; type and volume of oily mixtures only
- ✓ 24 hours before entering the port or terminal; estimated time of discharge, type, and volume of oily mixturesCorrect
- C. 24 hours before entering the port or terminal; type and volume of oily mixtures only
- D. 48 hours before arrival; estimated time of discharge and volume of oily mixtures only
Why B is correct
33 CFR §151.10(f)(2) requires the person in charge of an oceangoing tanker or any other oceangoing ship of 400 gross tons or more to notify the port or terminal at least 24 hours before entering, providing the estimated time of discharge, the type of oily mixtures, and the volume of oily mixtures to be discharged. All three elements of information are required.
Cited:33 CFR §151.10