USCG Exam PracticePollution prevention and environmental awareness
Under 33 CFR §151.05, which of the following substances is expressly excluded from the definition of 'oil'?
- A. Fuel oil
- B. Crude oil
- C. Oil residue (sludge)
- ✓ Animal and vegetable based oilCorrect
Why D is correct
33 CFR §151.05 states that 'oil' means petroleum in various forms including crude oil, fuel oil, sludge, and refined products, but expressly states that 'Oil does not include animal and vegetable based oil or noxious liquid substances (NLS) designated under Annex II of MARPOL.' The other three options are all included within the definition.
Cited:33 CFR §151.05