4.2 Procedures for collecting garbage
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4.2 Procedures for collecting garbage

  4.2.1 Identify suitable receptacles for collection and separationfootnote.

  4.2.2 Identify the locations of receptacles and collection and separation stations.

  4.2.3 Describe the process of how garbage is transported from the source of generation to the collection and separation stations.

  4.2.4 Describe how garbage is to be handled between primary collection and separation stations and other handling methods relating to the following:

  • .1 needs of reception facilities, taking into account possible local recycling arrangements;

  • .2 onboard processing and potential reuse of garbage aboard the ship;

  • .3 storage; and

  • .4 discharge into the sea in those limited situations where it is permitted.

  4.2.5 Describe the training or education programmes to facilitate collection of garbage and sorting of reusable or recyclable material.


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