Fuel Oil Availability and Quality

Shipboard Incineration

Sulphur Oxides (SOx) and Particulate Matter (PM)

Environmental pollution is caused when materials detrimental to life are released into the atmosphere, ground or water. Some materials may harm plant or animal life and cause an imbalance, which upsets the ecosystem of the area.

Paints are a major cause of environmental pollution, particularly older paint that may be scraped off boats during repair and repainting. Some old paints contain lead, which is highly toxic. The chemicals used in anti-fouling paints, which prevent algal and barnacle growth on boats, are very toxic.

Oil spills are a cause of great environmental concern in the marine and waterways environments. Giant oil spills can be catastrophic for marine animals. Smaller oil spills at sea, or in the yard are also cause for concern and must be prevented.

Workplace Noise Pollution

Disposal of chemicals

Preventing Air Pollution

Prevention of Water Pollution

General controls

Control the paint scrapings from boats undergoing repair and repainting

Control the leakage of chemicals into the ground or water

reducing noise pollution and noise exposure