The total quantity of oil discharged at sea on new tankers must not exceed:
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Option B: 1/30000 of the total quantity of that particular cargo of which the residue formed part
MARPOL regulations strictly limit the discharge of oil residues. For a new tanker, the total quantity of oil which may be discharged into the sea is restricted to no more than 1/30,000 of the total quantity of the particular cargo which the residue formed part.
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MARPOL regulations strictly limit the discharge of oil residues. For a new tanker, the total quantity of oil which may be discharged into the sea is restricted to no more than 1/30,000 of the total quantity of the particular cargo which the residue formed part.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Advanced Training for Oil Tanker Cargo Operations (TASCO).
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