5 Preventive Measures
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Statutory Documents - IMO Publications and Documents - Circulars - Marine Environment Protection Committee - MEPC.1/Circular.677 – Guide to Diagnosing Contaminants in Oily Bilge Water to Maintain, Operate and Troubleshoot Bilge Water Treatment Systems – (22 July 2009) - Annex – A Guide to Diagnosing Contaminants in Oily Bilge Water to Maintain, Operate and Troubleshoot Bilge Water Treatment Systems - Annex 5 – Post–treatment (OWS) Oil Sheen - 5 Preventive Measures

5 Preventive Measures

 ▸ Perform regular maintenance and inspection of all parts of bilge treatment system. As part of regular maintenance periodically flush the system with hot water and clean components.

▸ Conduct regular performance evaluations with clean water and confirm that no oil is present after the system is cleaned and flushed with clean water.

▸ Conduct annual manufacturer (or vendor) inspection and certification.

Parent topic: Annex 5 – Post–treatment (OWS) Oil Sheen
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