Gerenciamento de resíduos sólidos a bordo de embarcações mercantes

Abstract

This work has as subject the Solid Waste Management on Board of Merchant Ships, emphasizing the importance of the completion of the procedures required to ensure the prevention of sea pollution by garbage. There are many laws, rules and resolutions governing this topic, however, the main and most prominent reference source used for this writing is Annex V of the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships. This paper aims to highlight the obligations of all parts involved in the operation of a ship on the management of waste. And also address the need of the Solid Waste Management Plan, detailing the methods, elements, equipment, responsibilities and attitudes to be adopted towards the prevention of pollution. In addition, by defining basic concepts such as the 3 R's (Reduce, Reuse and Recycle), it aims to raise awareness among the crew about the undisputed relevance of their participation, collaboration, integration, training and dedication to achieve a good end result of the whole process of management of solid waste produced on board. Thus, the main result was the conclusion that there is a dire need of commitment and awareness of all parties involved, from the responsible government until passengers, in order to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of prevention of pollution of the sea.