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A UK ship accidentally grounds in coastal waters, and oil is subsequently seen on the water surface. What reports must be made?
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What records should be made on board following the discharge in the previous question?
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A UK container ship loses several containers overboard in heavy weather. Some of them contain dangerous goods; others contain marine pollutants. What reports should be made?
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Some drums of dangerous goods have to be jettisoned by a ship in the English Channel when they start leaking dangerous fumes. What reports should be made?
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A non-routine discharge of a noxious liquid substance or residue is made at sea. What reports should be made?
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A UK ship appears to be the source of oil pollution whilst at sea, and the cause is discovered to be a new 3rd Engineer who is pumping bilges in contravention of company rules. What action should the master take?
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What are the different types of salvage?
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What international convention governs contractual salvage operations, and is this convention law in the UK?