CHAPTER 006. OPA 90.

What make the US Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA-90) different from other international recognised
laws? The possibility of unlimited liability
What may be the consequences of unlimited liability? The insurances will only cover the limits of liability
for that type of vessel and additional expenses will be charged the owner or operator, if necessary by
taking legal steps to bring in the funds
Select all the reasons that can lead to "Unlimited liability"?
Wilful misconduct
Gross negligence
Violation of the federal safety and notification requirements
How far from the shore extends the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)? 200 Nautical Miles
For which type of vessel is OPA9O applicable? All types of vessels
What types of vessels must carry an approved Vessel Response Plan? Any tank vessel
What is a VRP? Vessel Response Plan
What is correct? COTP zones may have specific rules and regulations in addition to OPA9O
Are there any exceptions from OPA-90? Yes, transit passage through U.S. waters to a non U.S. port
OPA-9O notification requirements. What is correct? Notify as soon as you have knowledge of a spill, or
threat of a spill
When must reports be made? Always if vessel, navigation or cargo handling safety is affected
Who must notify the cleaning-up contractors? The Qualified Individual
Notification logging procedures. What is correct? Every report and message must be logged including time
and date
OPA-9O is referring to a Qualified Individual (QI). What is correct? The QI is an authorised individual,
located in the US, and contracted by the owner or operator of the vessel
Do you always have to notify the National Response Centre? Yes, within thirty minutes
What is the function of an Incident Commander or Spill Manager? He is the Company Spill Manager
What are the master's main responsibilities in connection with spill management? Safety of the vessel
and crew
Which of the following considerations have to be observed regarding public information?
Assessing public reaction and continuously evaluate procedures to keep the public informed.
Prepare and clear within the Uniformed Incident, Command Team press releases, and planed press conferences
in co-operation with the media.
Co-ordination of spill activities with media, environmental groups and organisations.
What is the OPPT? An emergency team that is drilled in pollution prevention tasks
What is the main purpose of the Oil Transfer Procedure Safety Meeting? To co-ordinate operation, safety
and emergency routines
What is the top priority if an incident occurs in US waters?< The safety of the ship and the crew
Shipboard Emergency Drills must be carried out at least? Once a month
What can the Captain Of The Port request? Participation in all announced drills

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