SMPEP (Shipboard Marine Pollution Emergency Plan)


SMPEP (Shipboard Marine Pollution Emergency Plan)













Background




MARPOL Annex II Regulation 17 requires every chemical tanker of 150 GT and above to carry a SMPEP. Scope of this plan is to provide guidance on the actions to be taken if a spill of oil or noxious liquid substance has occurred or is likely to occur. The plan is in line with IMO MEPC. 54(32), MEPC.86(44) and the SMPEP guidelines in Resolution MEPC.85(44). Plan Approval by the Administration or a Recognised Organisation (RO) on behalf of the Administration is mandatory.




 Contents




    Reporting Requirements

    Steps To Control Discharge

    National And Local Co-Ordination

    Additional Information

    List Of Coastal State Contacts

    List Of Ship Interest Contacts

    Summary of Flow Chart And Checklists

    IΜΟ Resolution A.851(20)

    Vessel Specific Information



Info/Plans Required


    Ship Specific Information

    General Arrangement Plan

    Capacity Plan

    Midship Section

    Lines Plan

    Tank Tables




Benefits




    Master will have a guidance with respect to
     the steps to be taken when a pollution
     incident has occurred or is likely to occur.

    All latest legislation and contact information wil
    l be included

    Easy reporting procedure for initial and follow up
     report (with examples)

    Quick and simple response with actions guide
    and responsible personnel

Media handling guidance



>see also- SOPEP











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