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Q7. With reference to Annex V of MARPOL 73/78 that deals with the prevention of pollution of the sea by garbage from ships –

a) Define the following terms.

i) Garbage

ii) Nearest land

iii) Special areas (8)

b) State the regulations governing the disposal of garbage outside special areas. (8)

Q4. With reference to MARPOL Annex IV; A. Draw a biological sewage treatment plant and explain the principal of operation B. Periodical maintenance and checks and tests required to be done to verify the effectiveness of the above system.

Q9. a) Briefly describe the environmental impact of Nox and Sox and allowable limitations as per Annex VI of MARPOL in emissions control areas and outside emission control areas. (8)

b) Briefly describe methods to control Nox emission. (8)

Q5. a) What are the Sulphur limits for fuel in use under MARPOL? (5)

b) What happens if compliant fuel cannot be obtained in the port of bunkering? (5)

c) What if the Sulphur analysis resulting from a commercial analysis does not match the bunker delivery note? (5)

d) What are the timelines for installation of “in use” fuel sampling points on ships? Does it apply for existing ships? (5)

Q9. With reference to MARPOL Annex IV
a) Draw a biological sewage treatment plant and explain the principle of operation. (8)
b) Periodical maintenance and checks and tests required to be done to verify the

effectiveness of the above system. (8)

Q2. i) What is the definition of garbage on ships and what all types of garbage are there onboard. (8)

ii) Which Annex of MARPOL is concerned with the prevention of pollution from garbage? Name any certificate/record associated with needs to be carried on ship. (6)

iii) Name the special areas under the Marpol Annex related to Garbage. (6)

Q9. With respect to MARPOL 73/78, Annex-ll, Noxious liquid chemicals are divided into categories.

a) State the number of categories, and what does each category signify. (8)

b) State the requirement of procedures and Arrangements Manual, and what information is available. (8)

Q1. i) How does sewage discharge from the ship affect the environment? (5)

ii) Sketch and describe aerobic sewage treatment system (10)

iii) Name the special areas under Marpol Annex IV? What is 'Black water’ and 'Grey water’? (5)

Q3. i) What size and type of ship does MARPOL ANNEX I apply? Name the statutory certificate issued under this annex. (5)

ii) What is standard discharge connection also known as Marpol flange and explain same with sketch and dimensions. (10)

iii) Name the special areas under Marpol Annex. (5)

Q6. Write short notes on

a) Garbage Record Book. (5)

b) Annex VI of MARPOL 73/78. (5)

c) SOPEP. (5)

d) ODS Record Book. (5)

Q2. i) What are the different types of garbages that are generated on board as per Marpol Annex V, and what are the provisions for dealing with them? (10)

ii) State the requirements for maintaining Garbage management plan and Garbage Record Book, Name the entries to be made in garbage record book. (6)

iii) What are the indications that a ship is following the provisions of Marpol Annex V during inspection. (4)

Q7.a) What is the NOx Technical File on board ships, and why it is important? Describe the information contained within this file and its role in ensuring compliance with MARPOL Annex VI regulations regarding nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions. (12)

b) Discuss the procedures for maintaining and updating the NOx Technical File and the potential consequences of non-compliance. (8)