Deck General · MARPOL Garbage (Annex V)
Under MARPOL Annex V, food waste may be discharged at sea only when the vessel is at least how far from the nearest land?
- A3 nautical miles
- B12 nautical miles✓ Correct
- C25 nautical miles
- D50 nautical miles
Explanation
MARPOL Annex V permits food waste discharge at 12 nautical miles or more from the nearest land, provided it is comminuted or ground to less than 25 mm. Within special areas, the distance may be extended or food waste discharge may be prohibited entirely depending on the specific area.
Authority: MARPOL Annex V
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