Deck General · MARPOL Garbage (Annex V)
Vessels of 26 feet (approximately 8 metres) or more in length operating in U.S. waters are required to display a garbage management placard that:
- ALists the names of crew members responsible for garbage management
- BNotifies crew and passengers of MARPOL Annex V discharge restrictions in English and an official language✓ Correct
- CShows the location of all garbage retention containers aboard
- DIdentifies the nearest port reception facility for garbage
Explanation
33 CFR Part 151 requires vessels 26 feet (approximately 8 metres) or more in length operating in U.S. navigable waters and EEZ to display a placard in a prominent location notifying all persons aboard of the garbage discharge restrictions under MARPOL Annex V. The placard must be in English; additional languages are encouraged for international crews.
Authority: 33 CFR
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