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Chapter 6
FUEL SPILLAGE
e federal water pollution control act prohibits the dis-
charge of oil or oil waste (such as from the sump bilge
pump) into or upon the navigable waters of the United
States or the waters of the contiguous zone. Violators are
subject to substantial civil nes and criminal sanctions.
A placard is normally found inside the engine hatch area
or in the sump warning of overboard discharge of oil or
oily waste.
ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS
ere are numerous vessels operating on our waterways
on a daily basis. Each boat has as impact on our
environment. Boat operation habits, marine sanitation,
and maintenance all play a role in a delicate battle to keep
the ecosystem clean. Each of us has a role in doing our
part as a environmentally conscious skipper to conserve
our waterways.
e National Marine Manufacturer’s Association lists
their top ten of Eco-Boating Practices as follows:
1. Observe all regulatory agency policies regarding
marine toilets.
2. If equipped with a holding tank, use marina pump-
out facilities.
3. If used, make sure bottom paints are legal and
ecosystem friendly.
4. Use only biodegradable cleaning agents.
5. Dispose of all garbage and liter on shore properly, not
on the water.
6. Don’t top o fuel tanks. Leave expansion room. Clean
up spills.
7. Watch your wake and propeller wash.
8. Make sure your engines are well tuned and maintained.
9. Control your bilge water.
10. When fishing, practice the “catch and release”
principle.
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