INTRODUCTION
This course mainly provides a background on the provisions of the Annex V of MARPOL, thus yield sufficient knowledge for all participants. Furthermore, this training can assist participants in the effective implementation of waste management in compliance with global standards, and further improve existing garbage management plan.
OBJECTIVES
Understand the issue of pollution from ships and how the world responded to the problem.
Describe the contents of MARPOL: and all its Annexes.
Describe the sources and types of marine litter and its impacts.
Understand the IMO’s response to ship’s garbage as a source of marine litter.
Discuss the main elements of the revised MARPOL Annex V
Recognize effective Garbage Management on Ships
Explain the key factors and steps necessary for the national implementation of the revised Marpol V
WHO SHOULD ATTEND ?
Ships’ Officers, Engineers, and Crew
Shore-based Management Staff
Technical Superintendents
HSQE Manager
Designated Person Ashore
Port and Terminal Owners, Managers and Staff
Local Authorities / National Lawmakers
COURSE OUTLINE
Day 1
Overview: MARPOL
The Issue: Pollution from Ships
International Response: MARPOL
MARPOL and its Annexes
The Marine Litter
Definition and Extent of Marine Litter
Ships’ Garbage as a source of Marine Litter
Day 2
The Main Elements of the Revised MARPOL Annex V
The IMO’s Response: MARPOL Annex V
MARPOL V - Regulations
Verification of Compliance with the provisions of Annex V
International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters
Day 3
Guidelines to MARPOL Annex V
Introduction: MARPOL Annex V Implementation on Ships
Garbage Management
Management of Cargo Residues of Solid bulk Cargoes
Training, Education, and Information
Port Reception Facilities for garbage
Enhancement of Compliance with MARPOL Annex V
Day 4
MARPOL Annex V – National Implementation & Legislation
Background
Key Factors for Implementing the revised MARPOL Annex V
Action Plan to draft national MARPOL Annex V Legislation
Guide: Drafting National Legislation on revised MARPOL Annex V
Elements of Drafting National Legislation for the Prevention of Pollution by Garbage from Ships
Tools to enhance implementation.
