In accordance with international MARPOL Annex V regulations and federal regulations under 33CFR Subchapter O, the discharge or disposal of garbage on vessels of 400 gross tons and above engaged in commerce requires recordkeeping. Which of the following discharge or disposal operations requires a detailed description of the contents of the garbage?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — Discharge overboard to sea.
MARPOL Annex V requires a Garbage Record Book for vessels of 400 gross tons and above. When garbage is discharged overboard to the sea, the entry must include the date, time, position, category of garbage, and a detailed description of the estimated amount and contents discharged.
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