Exam Question

### Purpose and Objective of the OPRC Convention
The International Convention on Oil Pollution Preparedness, Response and Cooperation (OPRC), 1990, is an IMO convention designed to establish a global framework to combat major oil pollution incidents. Its primary purpose is to ensure that proactive measures are in place at the shipboard, national, and international levels to effectively prepare for and respond to marine oil spills.
The key objectives of the OPRC Convention are:
* **Preparedness**: To ensure that ships, offshore units, ports, and coastal states have established comprehensive oil pollution emergency plans and possess the necessary resources to respond to oil spills. This involves risk assessment, equipment stockpiling, and regular training.