18. SOLAS and MARPOL Flashcards

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Term

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Definition

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SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea)

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An international maritime treaty ensuring ships comply with minimum safety standards in construction, equipment, and operation.

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MARPOL (Marine Pollution)

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The main international convention aimed at preventing and minimizing pollution from ships both accidental pollution and that from routine operations.

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Certificate of Compliance

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A document certifying that a ship has been inspected and found to comply with all applicable MARPOL and SOLAS regulations.

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ISM Code (International Safety Management Code)

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A framework for managing safety and preventing pollution in the shipping industry, including safety management systems that ships and shipping companies must follow.

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Safety Management Certificate

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A certificate issued to a ship that signifies compliance with the ISM Code for the safe operation of ships and pollution prevention.

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Document of Compliance

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A certificate issued to shipping companies operating ships that comply with the ISM Code.

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Annex I (MARPOL)

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Regulations for the Prevention of Pollution by Oil from operational measures and accidental discharges.

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Annex II (MARPOL)

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Controls pollution by noxious liquid substances in bulk.

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Annex III (MARPOL)

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Prevention of pollution by harmful substances carried by sea in packaged form.

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Annex IV (MARPOL)

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Regulations for the prevention of pollution by sewage from ships.

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Annex V (MARPOL)

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Regulations for the prevention of pollution by garbage from ships.

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Annex VI (MARPOL)

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Regulations for the prevention of air pollution from ships.

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IOPP Certificate (International Oil Pollution Prevention Certificate)

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A certificate showing that a ship is equipped to prevent oil pollution and complies with MARPOL Annex I.

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IGS (Inert Gas System)

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A system on tankers which prevents the atmosphere in cargo tanks from coming into the explosive range by filling the space with inert gas.

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Load Line Certificate

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A certificate that denotes the ship’s legal loading limit in accordance with its built-in waterline.

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Ballast Water Management Plan

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A plan that addresses the handling of ship ballast water to prevent the spread of invasive species.

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Emergency Towing Arrangement

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Plans required on ships for emergency towing, one set forward and one aft, providing a means of safe and effective towing.

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Continuous Synopsis Record (CSR)

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A record that provides an on-going account of a ship’s history concerning safety and registration.

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Garbage Management Plan

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A required plan aboard vessels that outlines proper disposal of ship-generated waste.

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Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plan (SOPEP)

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A plan required on oil-carrying ships to respond to oil pollution incidents.

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Fire Safety Operational Booklet

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A manual specific to each vessel outlining procedures for the operation of fire safety systems and equipment.

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Minimum Safe Manning Document

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A document issued by the flag state detailing the minimum number of officers and crew required on board for safe operation.

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HSC Code (High-Speed Craft Code)

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Safety code for high-speed vessels based on the type of craft and its operations.

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Passenger Ship Safety Certificate

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A certificate that certifies a passenger ship’s construction and fitness for passenger safety.

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Cargo Ship Safety Radio Certificate

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A certificate that ensures cargo ships are equipped with necessary radio communication equipment for safety.

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Enhanced Survey Program

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A rigorous inspection program for oil tankers and bulk carriers to ensure structural integrity and environmental compliance.

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Special Measures to Enhance Maritime Security

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Regulations under SOLAS to enhance ship and port facility security.

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Securing Arrangements for the Transport of Road Vehicles

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Safety protocol for the carriage of vehicles on ro-ro passenger ships to prevent accidents.

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Dangerous Goods Declaration

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A declaration for the transport of hazardous materials, outlining the nature and quantity of the goods.

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Safety Training Manual

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A manual required on all ships, detailing training material on survival at sea and methods for preventing accidents.