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Class 1 (Chief Engineer) Engineering Management 📅 Nov 2023

Exam Question

(a) Briefly discuss the key provisions and objectives of the OPRC Convention, highlighting its significance in responding to and preventing oil pollution incidents. (6)

(b) Analyze the role of Member States and the challanges faced in implementing the convention's principle (6)

(c) Enlist the documents required to be maintained by Member States and on-board ships as per the OPRC Convention. (4)

Reference Answer

### (a) Key Provisions, Objectives, and Significance of the OPRC Convention (6 Marks)
The International Convention on Oil Pollution Preparedness, Response and Co-operation (OPRC), 1990, provides a global framework to combat major oil pollution incidents. It establishes measures for dealing with pollution incidents either nationally or in co-operation with other countries.
**Key Provisions & Objectives:**
The convention's primary objectives are to ensure prompt and effective response to oil pollution incidents through a combination of preparedness, reporting, and international cooperation.

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