NES 720 Waste Disposal Policy - Category 2

Ministry of Defence
Defence Standard 02-720

Issue 2 Publication Date 09 September 2002
Waste Disposal Policy
Category 2
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DEFENCE STANDARD 02720 (NES 720)
WASTE DISPOSAL POLICY
ISSUE 2
This Defence Standard is

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SCOPE
1.
This Defence Standard (DEF STAN) covers the Ministry of Defence (MOD) policy for fitting
out HM Surface Ships to comply with international, national and service requirements for the
collection, containment, treatment and disposal of all forms of waste arising on-board ships
including sewage, garbage, oil and oily water and waste waters (but excluding nuclear waste).

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FOREWORD
Sponsorship
1.
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Ministry of Defence (MOD).
2.
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it. Proposals for amendments that are not directly applicable to a particular contract shall
be made to the publishing authority identified on Page (i), and those directly applicable to a
particular contract shall be dealt with using contract procedures.
3.
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writing of the circumstances.
4.
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5.
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similar terms means by the MOD in writing.
6.
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indicated by a vertical sideline. Deletions will be indicated by 000 appearing at the end of the
line interval.
7.
Extracts from British Standards quoted within this Standard have been included with the
permission of the British Standards Institution.
8.
This Standard has been reissued to reflect changes in departmental nomenclature and the
changes to technical requirements.
Conditions of Release
General
9.
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execution of contracts for the MOD. To the extent permitted by law, the MOD hereby excludes
all liability whatsoever and howsoever arising (including but without limitation, liability
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11.
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consulting or informing any holder.
MOD Tender or Contract Process

12.
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MOD it shall be returned on completion of the contract, or submission of the tender, in
connection with which it is issued.
13.
When this Standard is used in connection with a MOD tender or contract, the user shall ensure
that he is in possession of the appropriate version of each document, including related
documents, relevant to each particular tender or contract. Enquiries in this connection may
be made to the authority named in the tender or contract.
14.
When Defence Standards are incorporated into MOD contracts, users are responsible for their
correct application and for complying with contractual and any other statutory requirements.
Compliance with a Defence Standard does not of itself confer immunity from legal obligations.

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Categories of Standard
15.
The Category of this Standard has been determined using the following criteria:
a.
Category 1. If not applied may have a Critical affect on the following:

Safety of the vessel, its complement or third parties.
Operational performance of the vessel, its systems or equipment.
b.
Category 2. If not applied may have a Significant affect on the following:

Safety of the vessel, its complement or third parties.
Operational performance of the vessel, its systems or equipment.
Through life costs and support.
c.
Category 3. If not applied may have a Minor affect on the following:

MOD best practice and fleet commonality.
Corporate Experience and Knowledge.
Current support practice.
Related Documents
16.
In the tender and procurement processes the related documents listed in each section and
Annex A can be obtained as follows:
a.
British Standards
British Standards Institution,

389 Chiswick High Road,
London, W4 4AL.
b.
Defence Standards

Kentigern House
65 Brown Street
Glasgow G2 8EX
c.
Other documents
Tender or Contract Sponsor to advise.
17.
All applications to MOD for related documents shall quote the relevant MOD Invitation to
Tender or Contract number and date, together with the sponsoring Directorate and the
Tender or Contract Sponsor.
18.
Prime Contractors shall be responsible for supplying their subcontractors with relevant
documentation, including specifications, standards and drawings.
Health and Safety

Warning
19.
This Standard may call for the use of processes, substances and/or procedures that may be
injurious to health if adequate precautions are not taken. It refers only to technical suitability
and in no way absolves either the supplier or the user from statutory obligations relating to
health and safety at any stage of manufacture or use. Where attention is drawn to hazards,
those quoted may not necessarily be exhaustive.
20.
This Standard has been written, and shall be used, taking into account the policy stipulated
in JSP430 MOD Ship Safety Management System Handbook.
Additional Information
(There is no relevant information included)

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CONTENTS
Page No
TITLE PAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
SCOPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
FOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Sponsorship
............................................................... 3
Conditions of Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Categories of Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Related Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Health and Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
SECTION
1.
1.1
PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Waste Minimization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
SECTION
2.
2.1
NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS . . . . . . . . 7
Environmental Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
SECTION
3.
MILITARY STANDARDS/REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
SECTION
4.
4.1
4.2
4.2.1
Figure 4.1
4.2.1.1
4.2.2
4.2.2.1
4.2.3
4.2.3.1
4.3
4.3.1
Figure 4.2
4.3.1.1
4.3.2
4.3.2.1
4.3.3
4.3.3.1
4.3.4
4.3.4.1
4.3.5
4.3.5.1
DESIGN REQUIREMENTS/GUIDANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Environmentally Sound Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Liquid Waste . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Black Water (Sewage) Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Typical Example of Restricted Areas: Sewage Disposal . . . . .
MOD Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Grey Waters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MOD Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil and Bilge Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MOD Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Solid Waste . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Garbage (NonPlastic) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Typical Example of Restricted Areas: Garbage (NonPlastic)
Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MOD Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Plastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MOD Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Food Wastes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MOD Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sanitary Waste . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MOD Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Medical Waste . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MOD Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.
5.1
CORPORATE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE . . . . . . 18

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
SECTION
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10
11
12
12
12
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14
14
15
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16
16
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ANNEX
A.
RELATED DOCUMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
ANNEX
B.
ABBREVIATIONS AND DEFINITIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
ANNEX
C.
PROCUREMENT CHECK LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
ALPHABETICAL INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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1.
PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION
1.1
Waste Minimization
a.
Equipment suppliers, ship designers, installation and maintenance staff and

other ship staff shall seek to minimize both the amount of potential waste that
is brought onto the ship and the amount of waste generated through activities
undertaken on-board the ship. Waste minimization shall be considered as
integral to reducing the overall Waste Disposal requirements of a ship. All
waste disposal incurs cost.
b.
Examples of changes that may be introduced at the design stage to contribute to

waste minimization:
(1)
Remove and dispose of all unnecessary packaging at the shore side,

wherever possible;
(2)
Within the constraints of cost and technical specification, aim to:
(3)
2.
(a)
Maximize inclusion of reusable, recyclable components and

disposable items, wherever practicable;
(b)
Minimize water requirements if this subsequently generates grey

water;
(c)
Maximise use of aqueous based (as an alternative to Volatile

Organic Compound (VOC) based) products and biodegradable
materials, wherever practicable;
(d)
Consider inherent
connections;
`leakproof'
designs,
components
and
Ensure maintenance procedures emphasis prevention and early

correction of problems and that the information/instructions provided in
handbooks and manuals fully comply with this aim.
NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS
Related Documents: MARPOL 73/78; JSP 418; BR 8623; see also Annex A.
2.1
Environmental Regulations
a.
Existing and projected port, National and International regulations for

preventing pollution from ships will impose restrictions, or a total ban, on the
discharge into the sea of pollutants such as oil, sewage, garbage and plastic. In
some `Special Areas' there is, or will be, a ban on the overboard discharge of
certain waste streams and/or materials.
b.
Regulations aimed at the prevention of pollution from ships were first agreed at
the International Conference on Marine Pollution (the `London Conference') of
the International Maritime Organizations (IMO) in 1973. These, together with
the modifications in the 1978 Protocol, are collectively known as
MARPOL 73/78. Specific regulations to control the sources and discharge of
wastes generated from ships are contained in six Annexes of the Convention.
c.
The Annexes to MARPOL 73/78 are:

(1) Annex I
Regulations for the Prevention of Pollution by Oil;
(2) Annex II
Regulations for the Control of Pollution by Noxious Liquid

Substances;

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(3) Annex III Regulations for the Prevention of Pollution by Harmful

Substances in Package Form;
(4) Annex IV Regulations for the Prevention of Pollution by Sewage;
(5) Annex V
Regulations for the Prevention of Pollution by Garbage;
(6) Annex VI Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships.
3.
d.
The UK is presently a signatory to MARPOL 73/78 Annexes I, II, III, and V.

Annex IV, however, has not yet been ratified.
e.
MOD Policy guidance is published in JSP 418. The terms of the regulations and
their application to HM Surface Ships and Submarines are given more fully in
the following sections covering individual waste streams and additionally in
BR 8623.
MILITARY STANDARDS/REQUIREMENTS
(No relevant information included)
4.
DESIGN REQUIREMENTS/GUIDANCE
Listed in Annex A.
4.1
Environmentally Sound Design

a.
Environmental sound design has the following attributes:

(1)
Compliance with National and International Environmental Legislation

and Regulations at all times;
(2)
No significant adverse environmental impact from its operations or

discharges (solids, liquids or gaseous emissions);
(3)
Minimal dependence on shore facilities for waste/residue disposal;
(4)
Minimal costs for waste management;
(5)
Minimal use of hazardous materials in warship construction and

in-service operations;
(6)
Adequately trained and environmentally aware personnel to operate the

systems fitted to warships.
b.
The requirements for the inclusion of procedures, equipment and facilities for
the prevention of pollution shall be considered at an early stage in the design of
a ship. In many instances it will be possible to positively influence the
compartment arrangements and equipment integration to minimize the
impact of the waste management on the crew and ship operations.
c.
The operational role of any new ship, including the geographical areas in which
it will be expected to operate, shall be clearly defined prior to initiation of the
design process. This will ensure that the appropriate waste management
systems are selected and can be fully integrated into the ship design.

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4.2
Liquid Waste
a.
4.2.1
Liquid wastes generated by HM Surface Ships and Submarines for which there
are regulations governing their discharge are:
(1)
Black Water (sewage and liquid wastes from sick bay drains);
(2)
Grey Waters;
(3)
Bilge Water.
b.
Black Water and Bilge Water are regulated internationally by MARPOL 73/78
Annexes IV and I, respectively. Grey Waters are not covered by MARPOL 73/78
but discharges are increasingly being controlled through National Regulations.
c.
The requirements for disposal of liquid wastes are detailed in the following
sections.
Black Water (Sewage) Disposal

a.
A number of countries already have national legislation governing sewage

discharges in their own waters and other countries are likely to introduce
similar legislation prior to MARPOL Annex IV coming into force when ratified.
b.
The UK is a signatory to the MARPOL 73/78 Convention and is committed to

compliance with the principles stated in Annex IV.
c.
Annex IV specifies the following restrictions for the discharge of black water:
(1)
Untreated/stored black water (sewage) may only be discharged at sea in

an area more than 12 nm from the nearest land or Antarctic ice shelves
and provided that the ship is moving at not less than 4 knots;
(2)
Sewage shall always be discharged as far as possible from nearest land;
(3)
Macerated and disinfected sewage may only be discharged in an area more

than 4 nm from nearest land;
(4)
Within the 4 nm of nearest land and in harbour, allowable discharges are

restricted to those from approved sewage treatment plants where the
effluent complies with the standard laid down by the Convention.
Approved plants are those certified by bodies (e.g. Lloyds, US Coastguard)
authorized to act on behalf of the IMO.
d.
Many governments already provide facilities for receiving sewage from ships at
ports and terminals. It is RN policy to equip all its ships with the equipment to
enable the discharge of sewage to shore reception facilities wherever these are
available. Once ratified, the Convention will require all signatories to provide
reception facilities for sewage.
e.
To meet these requirements ships shall have to be fitted with plants for the
treatment or containment of sewage. Ships not so fitted shall be faced with the
necessity of closing down Water Closets (WC) and urinals when inside the 12 nm
limit and since the limits are measured from the Hydrographic Baselines this
can be a considerable distance from port (e.g. the 12 nm limit is approximately
100 miles from Glasgow as illustrated in Figure 4.1).

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6
W
4
Fort William
3
Baselines where they differ from

the low water line.
4 mile limit
12 mile limit
Mull
Skerryvore
Dubh Artach
INNER RESTRICTED AREA

No discharge except fully treated
sewage.
OUTER RESTRICTED AREA
Discharge of macerated sewage
permitted.
UNRESTRICTED AREA
No restriction on discharge.
Glasgow
Islay
Arran

N

N
Belfast
Isle
of
Man
Barrow
IRISH SEA
Liverpool
Dublin
Anglesey
C (W) 233
7
Hydrographic Dept.
6
W
4
Figure 4.1 Typical Example of Restricted Areas: Sewage Disposal

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4.2.1.1
MOD Policy
a.
MOD policy is to fit all new design ships with IMO approved sewage plants that
are the most appropriate to the type of ship and to install the best practicable
system in existing ships, on an opportunity basis, that will enable full
compliance with Annex IV for the remainder of that ship's life.
b.
The provision of a sewage treatment or holding system involves leading all

sewage drains to a common point in the vicinity of the plant. In order to achieve
this objective in the most practicable and economic manner the ship layout
shall take account of the drain runs by siting the sewage sources so that an
adequate declivity (See DEF STAN 02-712 & 02-718) can be provided in the
available vertical separation between sewage source and plant. In many ships it
will be necessary to install more than one plant.
c.
If a vacuum collection system is used instead of a gravity system, the pipes will
be of a smaller diameter and consequently the declivity of the pipe runs may be
minimized, thus making the routing of pipes through the ship easier.
(See DEF STAN 02-718).
d.
There are three main sewage treatment system options available:
e.
(1)
An approved sewage treatment plant that will permit complete freedom of

operation in restricted waters and in harbour. The discharge of treated
effluent is permitted;
(2)
A sewage holding tank that provides the capacity to retain untreated

sewage on-board whilst inside the 12 nm limit. This may restrict
operational freedom if an extended presence is required in restricted
waters or in ports with no reception facilities. The ship may need to travel
outside the 12 nm limit to discharge sewage. This is a suitable option for
vessels working close to shore with frequent access to shore reception
facilities;
(3)
A combined maceration/disinfection and holding tank system that

enables the tank contents to be discharged beyond 4 nm from the nearest
land. This extends the operational freedom of the ship enabling it to
operate close to shore without the need to travel outside the 12 nm limit or
to shore reception facilities for sewage disposal.
The policy for fitting out ships to comply with the recommendations is as
follows:
(1)
All new MOD vessels shall be fitted with sewage plants, holding an IMO
approved certification;
(2)
Inshore craft to be fitted with the most appropriate sewage treatment

plant or holding tank (either with no treatment or with combined
maceration/disinfection) as appropriate to their pattern of operation;
(3)
Harbour craft and ships designed for day running to be provided with
holding tanks;
(4)
Existing MOD vessels that will continue in service beyond 2000 shall be
provided, on an opportunity basis, with the best practicable system with
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the capacity for the full complement. This selection should take account
of the functional role and operating pattern of the ship;
(5)
4.2.2
4.2.2.1
4.2.3
All ships shall be provided with high level and low level discharges fitted
with IMO standard connections in accordance with DEF STAN 02-712
and discharge pumps capable of transferring tank contents to a dockside
connection or other reception facility in accordance with DEF STAN
02-718.
f.
Detailed requirements for the design and installation of sewage systems are
contained in NES 712 and the requirements for the design and manufacture of
sewage plants are contained in DEF STAN 02-718.
g.
In all cases the complement, functional role and operating pattern of the ship
shall be examined in depth. The appropriate type and design of plant and the
system should be selected in conjunction with the equipment Sponsor WSA
MAES3b. (See also DEF STAN 02-712).
Grey Waters
a.
Grey waters are the waste waters generated from bathrooms, laundry and
galley (food waste is not included in this category and is considered in
Section 4.3).
b.
MARPOL 73/78 does not currently place any restrictions on the discharge of
grey waters in international waters, including in Special Areas.
c.
In certain areas of the world, particularly in some US Coastal areas and ports,
Canadian Great Lakes, the Caribbean, Japan and the Great Barrier Reef
Region, national regulations prohibit the direct discharge of grey water
overboard. This practice is likely to become more widespread and will severely
restrict the operational freedom of ships with limited holding capacity. Many of
the above regions do not have shore reception facilities available. Those that do
charge significant sums for disposal.
d.
Local port regulations are increasingly prohibiting the overboard discharge of

grey water in docks and enclosed basins. The policy is applied in all HM Naval
Bases.
MOD Policy
a.
Unless a grey water treatment plant is installed, MOD Policy is to discharge all
grey water directly overboard when outside harbours. The grey water systems,
i.e. drains from wash-basins, showers, laundries and galley wash water, in new
construction ships shall be grouped and led to common shipside discharges in
the vicinity of the sewage plant(s). Facilities shall be provided to permit the
discharge of the grey waters via the sewage plants in harbour. Facilities for
connecting hoses to shipside discharges shall be provided as a means of
preventing indiscriminate discharge when in dry dock at times when the
sewage plant pumps are not operational.
b.
Detailed requirements for the design and installation of grey water systems are
contained in DEF STAN 02-712.
Oil and Bilge Water

a.
MARPOL 73/78 Annex I imposes restrictions on discharges of oil and bilge

water and specifies measures to be adopted to ensure that the regulations are
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met. A number of countries (e.g. Germany, Netherlands) are introducing
similar national regulations.
b.
MOD policy is to equip all new ships in accordance with the requirements of
MARPOL 73/78 provided that no overriding operational penalty is incurred.
c.
The following restrictions are imposed on the discharge of oil and bilge water by
ships of 400 tonnes gross weight and above. Smaller ships shall comply as far as
is practicable:
d.
4.2.3.1
(1)
In ports and harbours, and inside the 12 nm limit, discharges are

permitted provided that the oil content is less than 15 ppm and ship is
underway;
(2)
Outside the 12 nm limit discharges are permitted from ships provided the
oil content is less than 15 ppm.
(3)
In Annex I Special Areas, there is a ban on the discharge of oil or bilge

water other than treated bilge water containing less than 15 ppm and
provided the ship is outside the 12 nm limit and underway;
(4)
In the Antarctic area and in the Great Barrier Reef Region, there is a ban
on the discharge of oil and bilge water, including treated bilge water.
MARPOL Annex I imposes further restrictions on oil tankers which applies to

some of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) vessels. These restrictions and
associated engineering measures are detailed in DEF STAN 02-322 and DEF
STAN 02-717.
MOD Policy
a.
It is RN policy to fit IMO certified Bilge Water Separators (BWS) to all vessels as
most have very limited holding capacity available for oily wastes.
b.
In order to comply with the 15 ppm discharge limit, Annex I requires ships to be
fitted with an oil content monitor/alarm and a stopping device, which
automatically shuts OFF the flow when the oil content exceeds 15 ppm, and
returns any non-compliant effluent to the bilge tank for further processing. It
is RN policy to install these devices on all in-service ships once suitable
equipment has been identified and proven. It is anticipated that such devices
will be interfaced to the Machinery Control and Surveillance (MCAS) system.
c.
Ships shall be provided with adequate holding tanks for the retention of waste
oil (drained from machinery and separated by the BWS) for discharge to shore
reception facilities.
d.
Ships discharge lines shall be fitted with standard (MARPOL Annex I)

discharge connections to enable them to connect to reception facilities.
e.
Every ship > 400 tonnes gross weight shall be fitted with tanks to receive oil
residues. The tanks shall be constructed so as to facilitate their cleaning and
discharge of residues to reception facilities. Pipework to and from residues to
reception tanks shall have no direct connection overboard, other than the
standard discharge connections referred to in Clause 4.2.3.1d .
f.
Detailed requirements for the design, manufacture and installation of BWS and
associated equipment are contained in DEF STAN 02-322 and DEF STAN
02-717.
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g.
The type of BWS, oil content monitor and shoreside interface arrangements
should be selected in conjunction with the equipment sponsor WSA MAES3b.
h.
Oil Record Books (Parts 1 and 2), as appropriate, shall be provided in

accordance with MARPOL Annex I.
Footnote:
1. Oil residues include, but are not limited to, residues from the purification of fuels and
lubricating oils, oil leakages from machinery spaces and separated residues from
BWS.
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4.3
Solid Waste
a.
4.3.1
Solid wastes generated on-board RN ships and covered by this Standard are:
(1)
Garbage (non-plastic);
(2)
Plastics;
(3)
Food wastes;
(4)
Sanitary wastes.
(5)
Medical waste.
Garbage (NonPlastic)
a.
MARPOL Annex V controls the disposal of garbage in international waters. A

number of countries have imposed national and local regulations on the
dumping of garbage within their national waters and ports.
b.
The UK Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Pollution by Garbage) Regulations

1998 prohibit the disposal of all garbage inside the Antarctic area.
c.
In Special Areas and the Great Barrier Reef Region, and within 3 nm of the
nearest land, overboard disposal of garbage is prohibited.
d.
Overboard disposal of garbage is permitted between 3 nm of the nearest land

provided it has been ground to pass through a 25 mm mesh.
e.
Outside the 12 nm limit overboard disposal is permitted provided that the

materials have been compacted to ensure that they will sink. Any materials
that will float shall not be discharged within 25 nm of the nearest land.
f.
A typical example of the sea areas covered by these limits is shown in Figure 4.2.
g.
In addition to statutory regulations, RN Policy concerning the disposal of

garbage will still apply, i.e. for operational reasons the ditching of garbage is
prohibited in the following circumstances:
(1)
When closed down in condition alpha (except during watch changes at

night);
(2)
When a mining threat exists or when Mine Counter Measures (MCM)

forces are operating in the vicinity;
(3)
When at Flying Stations;
(4)
When berthed alongside or at anchor.
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Skerryvore
Islay
Glasgow
NORTH
CHANNEL
Belfast
Isle
of
Man
IRISH SEA
Baselines where they differ from the
low water line.
12 mile limit.
25 mile limit.
Anglesey
Dublin
Liverpool
0 to 12 miles: Disposal into sea

prohibited except when comminuted
to pass through a 25 mm screen, in
which case disposal is permitted
outside the 3 nm limit.
0 to 25 miles: Disposal into sea of
dunnage and similar materials which
will float is prohibited.
Cork
St.Georges
Channel
Smalls
Milford Haven
Cardiff
Bristol Channel
C (W) 233
Hydrographic Dept.
Figure 4.2 Typical Example of Restricted Areas: Garbage (NonPlastic) Disposal

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4.3.1.1
4.3.2
MOD Policy
a.
Unless ships are provided with adequate equipment and facilities for
compliance with the regulations, a drastic effect on habitability and hazards to
health and ship safety can quickly arise. Accumulations of garbage in
passageways and lobbies restrict movement through the ship, hinder damage
control operations and constitute a health and fire risk.
b.
MOD policy is to provide suitable equipment and storage facilities in all new
design ships to permit compliance with the regulations without detriment to
either the standard of habitability or the operation of the ship. The
arrangements shall be such that even under closed down conditions there will
be no hazard to health or ship safety. In existing ships, equipment and storage
facilities shall be provided to the maximum practicable extent on an
opportunity basis.
c.
The implementation of MOD policy will influence the design of new ships to the
extent of providing adequate space or spaces in the appropriate positions and
the requirements shall be considered at an early stage of the design. (Labour
involvement can be reduced to a minimum by careful siting of spaces and
equipment).
d.
MOD policy is to retain all garbage on-board whenever disposal is not

permitted. The storage volume for garbage can be significantly reduced by
shredding and/or compaction. This shall be provided where available space
permits.
e.
All existing ships shall be fitted with one or more Garbage Processing
Machine(s) (GPM).
f.
Harbour craft and ships designed for day running shall make provision for the
storage of all wastes on-board for subsequent shore disposal.
g.
For new ships, incineration of garbage may also be an alternative disposal

method provided that there is sufficient volume of material (likely to be in
conjunction with other combustible materials such as plastics, food wastes,
sludges, etc.) available to justify its use.
h.
The selection of either shredding/compaction or incineration has implications

for ship design and compartment arrangements. Therefore, the decision and
selection of equipment should be carried out in conjunction with the equipment
sponsor WSA MAES3b.
i.
Detailed requirements for garbage disposal are contained in DEF STAN

02-721 Parts 1 and 2.
j.
Detailed requirements for the design and installation of incinerators are

Plastics
a.
4.3.2.1
The overboard disposal of plastics from ships is prohibited.
MOD Policy
a.
MOD policy is to retain all plastics and synthetic materials on-board for shore
disposal. The storage volume for plastics can be significantly reduced by
shredding and/or compaction. This shall be provided wherever available space
permits.
b.
All existing ships shall be fitted with one or more Plastics Processing
Machine(s).
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4.3.3
4.3.3.1
4.3.4
c.
For new ships, incineration of plastics may also be an alternative disposal

method provided that there is sufficient volume of material (likely to be in
conjunction with other combustible materials such as garbage, food wastes,
sludges, etc.) available to justify its use.
d.
The selection of either shredding/compaction or incineration has implications

for ship design and compartment arrangements. Therefore, the decision and
selection of equipment should be carried out in conjunction with the equipment
sponsor WSA MAES3b.
e.
Detailed requirements for the design and installation of incinerators are

Food Wastes
a.
MARPOL Annex V controls the disposal of food wastes in international waters

and is relevant for allowable discharges in national waters and ports.
b.
In Special Areas within 12 nm of the nearest land, in the Great Barrier Reef
Region and in other areas within 3 nm of the nearest land, the overboard
disposal of food waste is prohibited.
c.
Overboard disposal of food waste is permitted between 3 nm and 12 nm of the

nearest land, including special areas, provided it has been ground to pass
through a 25 mm mesh.
d.
Outside the 12 nm limit overboard disposal of food wastes is permitted.
MOD Policy
a.
In all ships (other than harbour craft and ships designed for day running)
pulping and discharge facilities for food waste shall be provided. A pulper
< 25 mm mesh will enable the requirements of Clause 4.3.3c to be met when
operating between 3 nm and 12 nm from the nearest land. This will serve to
minimize the period during which food waste shall be retained on-board.
b.
If storage of food waste is required for any reason, the period should be
minimised to safeguard crew health and the operating environment.
Consideration should be given to the location and conditions for storage.
Sanitary Waste
a.
The introduction of sea going RN female personnel results in the generation of

sanitary waste. This waste comprises tampons, sanitary towels and panty
liners that are contaminated with blood and bodily fluids. In many instances
these items contain plastics (typically between 5 per cent and 30 per cent
plastics or synthetic materials).
b.
Regulations in the UK and many other countries define these wastes as

`clinical' waste and prescribe the waste management procedures and disposal
routes. In addition, under MARPOL regulations, the plastic content precludes
discharge at sea.
c.
The operation of sanimacerators on-board ships is in contravention of

MARPOL regulations, i.e. the prohibition on the disposal of plastics at sea.
These shall not be fitted to new ships and, where currently fitted, advice on an
alternative disposal method/route shall immediately be sought from WSA
MAES3b.
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4.3.4.1
4.3.5
MOD Policy
a.
MOD Policy is to retain all plastics and synthetic materials on-board for shore
disposal. Clinical waste shall be rendered non-hazardous and stored under
conditions that do not compromise the health and safety of the crew or other
personnel involved in the management of the waste.
b.
For the foreseeable future, the management and disposal of sanitary wastes
on-board mixed crew ships will be handled through a contract with Rentokil
that will be administered through CINCFLEET. Rentokil bins will be provided
to ships for the disinfection and storage of sanitary wastes on-board. When
alongside, bins will be collected by the contractor's agents and replaced with
clean empty bins.
c.
An alternative disposal route for a limited number of ships shall be to use

shipboard incinerators. The temperature required for disposal of sanitary
waste is higher than generally used for garbage and shall therefore be raised
when sanitary waste is present. Advice shall be sought from WSA MAES3b if
this is being considered as a disposal option.
d.
The Rentokil contract is normally applicable world-wide but problems may be

encountered with collection and replacement of the bins outside mainland
Europe, notably in the Arabian Gulf States.
e.
For current and new ships it will be essential to consider the operational profile
and the implications for management of sanitary wastes. In areas of the world
where bins cannot be exchanged, it may be possible to arrange an agreement
with local hospitals for sanitary wastes to be bagged up and disposed of with
their clinical/medical waste.
f.
All ships that are intending to use the Rentokil contract shall consult
WSA MAES3b and CINCFLEET.
Medical Waste
a.
4.3.5.1
Refer to JSP 666 for information regarding Medical Waste
MOD Policy
a.
JSP 666 sets out MOD policy for the waste stream.
5.
CORPORATE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
5.1
General
a.
The Defence Environmental Statement and the Navy Board Environmental

Strategy have set a target of 2005 for achieving an `Environmentally Compliant
Surface Flotilla' for the Royal Navy (RN).
b.
The Environmental Policy Statement by the Secretary of State for Defence

(September 1996) states that all United Kingdom (UK), National and
International legislation and conventions will be complied with by all vessels,
land based facilities and personnel. In many cases, port and national
regulations set more stringent requirements and discharge limits than
international regulations.
c.
Defence exemptions will only be invoked in operational activity of over-riding

importance.
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d.
It is RN policy that all Ships shall be fitted with equipment and/or

arrangements that will enable them to be fully compliant, provided that no
overriding operational penalty is incurred.
e.
Ships that lack equipment and/or arrangements to enable compliance with

environmental regulations, or only possess partial systems in an unacceptable
on-board condition, will be increasingly restricted in their field of operation.
In `Special Areas', the restriction on overboard discharge will rapidly result in
unacceptable on-board conditions through the need to store large volumes of
waste.
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ANNEX A.
RELATED DOCUMENTS
A1.
The following documents and publications are referred to in this Standard:

JSP 418
MOD Environmental Manual
JSP 430
MOD Ship Safety Management System Handbook
JSP 666 *
DEF STAN 02-322
(NES 322)
Oil Pollution Prevention Shipboard Arrangements
DEF STAN 02-346

(NES 346)
Requirements for Incinerators for HM Surface Ships
DEF STAN 02-712**

(NES 712)
Requirements for Sewage and Grey Water Systems for

HM Surface Ships
DEF STAN 02-717

(NES 717)
Requirements for Bilge Sullage and Drain Tank Systems for

HM Surface Ships
DEF STAN 02-718***

(NES Pt 7)
Requirements for Sewage Plant Ancillary Equipment for

HM Surface Ships:
Part 7: Sewage Vacuum Collection Systems
DEF STAN 02-721 PT

1****
Part 1: General Requirements
DEF STAN 02-721 PT

2****
Part 2: Requirements for Equipment
(NES 721)
Garbage Disposal in HM Surface Ships
BR 8623
Handbook on Environmental Pollution
NOTE
*
**
Until the MOD policy position has been defined, consult WSA MAES3b.
Denotes that DEF STAN 02-712 is being subsumed into DEF STAN 02-718
which is currently being updated.
*** Denotes that DEF STAN 02-718 is currently being updated and combined into
one part instead of seven parts at present and will include DEF STAN 02-712.
**** Denotes that DEF STAN 02-721 is currently being updated and combined into
one part instead of two parts as at present.
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ANNEX B.
ABBREVIATIONS AND DEFINITIONS
B1.
For the purpose of this standard the following abbreviations apply:

BR
Book of Reference
BWS
Bilge Water Separator
CINCFLEET
Commander in Chief Fleet
DEF STAN
Defence Standard
DLO
Defence Logistics Organization
DPA
GPM
Garbage Processing Machine
HM
Her Majesty
IMO
International Maritime Organization
JSP
Joint Service Publication
MARPOL
International Convention for the Prevention from Pollution for

Ships 1973/1978
MCAS
Machinery Control and Surveillance
MCM
Mine Counter Measures
ME
Marine Engineering
MOD
Ministry of Defence
NES
Naval Engineering Standard
nm
Nautical Mile
ppm
Parts Per Million
RFA
Royal Fleet Auxiliary(s) (as the context permits)
RN
Royal Navy
UK
United Kingdom
US
United States
VOC
Volatile Organic Compound
WC
Water Closet(s) (as the context permits)
WSA
Warship Support Agency
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B2.
For the purpose of this standard the following definitions apply which are as defined in
MARPOL 73/78 (1991)
Cargo-associated
Waste
All materials which have become wastes as a result of use

on-board a ship for cargo stowage and handling.
Cargo-associated waste includes but is not limited to dunnage,
shoring, pallets, lining and packing materials, plywood, paper,
cardboard, wire and steel strapping.
Cargo Residues
Defined as the remnants of any cargo material on-board that

cannot be placed in proper cargo holds (loading excess and
spillage) or which remain in cargo holds and elsewhere after
unloading procedures are completed (unloading residual and
spillage). However, cargo residues are expected to be small
quantities.
Contaminated Rags
Contaminated rags are rags which have been saturated with a

substance defined as a harmful substance in the other annexes to
the Convention.
Dishwater
The residue from the manual or automatic washing of dishes and

cooking utensils which have been pre-cleaned to the extent that
any food particles adhering to them would not normally interfere
with the operation of automatic dishwashers.
Domestic Waste
All types of food wastes and wastes generated in the living spaces
on-board the ship.
Food Wastes
Any spoiled or unspoiled victual substances, such as fruits,

vegetables, dairy products, poultry, meat products, food scraps,
food particles, and all other materials contaminated by such
wastes, generated aboard ship, principally in the galley and
dining areas.
Garbage
All kinds of victual, domestic and operational waste excluding

fresh fish and parts thereof, generated during the normal
operation of the ship and liable to be disposed of continuously or
periodically except those substances which are defined or listed in
other Annexes to the present Convention.
NOTE For the purpose of separate regulations, e.g. plastic or
food wastes are defined as garbage.
Grey Water
Drainage from dishwasher, shower, laundry, bath and

wash-basin drains and does not include drainage from toilets,
urinals, hospitals, and animal spaces, as defined in Regulation 1
(3) of Annex IV, as well as drainage from cargo spaces.
Holding Tank
Is a tank used for the collection and storage of sewage.
Maintenance Waste
Defined as materials collected by the engine department and the

deck department while maintaining and operating the vessel,
such as soot, machinery deposits, scraped paint, deck sweeping,
wiping waste, and rags, etc.
Medical Waste
Nearest Land
The baselines from which the territorial sea of the territory in

question is established in accordance with international law,
except in the case of the north eastern coast of Australia where
special baselines apply. See the current Convention for detail.
Oily Rags
Rags which have been saturated with oil as controlled in

Annex I to the Convention.
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Operational Waste
All cargo-associated waste and maintenance waste, and cargo

residues defined as garbage.
Plastic
Solid material which contains as an essential ingredient one or

more synthetic organic high polymers and which is formed
(shaped) during either manufacture of the polymer or the
fabrication into a finished product by heat and/or pressure.
Plastics are used for a variety of marine purposes including, but
not limited to, packaging (vapour-proof barriers, bottles,
containers, liners), ship construction (fibreglass and laminated
structures, siding, piping, insulation, flooring, carpets, fabrics,
paints and finishes, adhesive, electrical and electronic
components), disposable eating utensils and cups, bags, sheeting,
floats, fishing net, strapping bands, rope and line.
Sewage
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Special Areas
Drainage and other wastes from any form of toilets, urinals,

and WC scuppers;
Drainage from medical premises (dispensary, sick bay, etc.)
via wash-basins, wash tubs and scuppers located in such
premises;
Drainage from spaces containing living animals;
Other waste waters when mixed with the drainage as
defined in (1), (2) or (3) above.
Sea areas where, for recognized technical reasons in relation to its

oceanographical and ecological condition, and to the particular
character of its traffic, the adoption of special mandatory
methods for the prevention of sea pollution is required. Special
areas are defined for each MARPOL Annex as follows: (Relevant
Annexes are indicated in parentheses.)
1. North Sea (V);
2. Mediterranean Sea (I,V);
3. Baltic Sea (I, II, V);
4. Black Sea (I, II, V);
5. Red Sea (I,V);
6. Gulf of Aden (I);
7. Gulfs Area - NW of a line between Ras el Hadd and
Ras Al Fasteh (I,V);
8. Antarctic (I,V);
9. Wider Caribbean Region (V).
It should be noted that new Special Areas may be classified for one
or more Annexes during the life of this standard. Once ratified
these are mandatory. This currently applies to Annex IV, where
no Special Areas are currently defined but this will change once
it is ratified.
B3.
For the purpose of this standard the following definitions apply:

Black Water
See Sewage.
Compactor
Equipment designed to compress all types of ship generated waste

into hygienic containers suitable for on-board storage and shore
disposal, or overboard discharge, i.e. designed to sink.
NOTE: Compactors should not be used for mixed wastes,
including plastics, unless compacted waste is to be
retained on-board for shore disposal.
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Day Running
A seagoing operational pattern involving return to harbour

every night.
Dunnage
Large pieces of timber.
Food Pulper
Equipment designed to process food waste and other soft garbage

by reducing it to small particles which can be discharged where
permitted as a waterborne slurry.
Garbage Processing
Machine
Shredder/compactor used for volume reduction of all non-food

garbage into hygienic containers suitable for on-board storage
and shore disposal, or overboard discharge, i.e. designed to
sink.
Harbour Craft
(or Service)
Craft designed for and engaged on service entirely within the

confines of harbours.
Macerated Sewage
Sewage which has been passed through a macerator to break

down large solids prior to treatment, overboard discharge or
shore disposal.
Synthetic
Polymeric materials (usually organic) of large molecular weight

that can be shaped by flow, examples are polyvinyl chloride,
polyethylene, ureaformaldehyde.
Synthetic Items
This may include bottles, containers, insulation, flooring, fabrics,

electrical and electronic components, disposable cups, sheet,
strapping bands, rope, lines, etc., made from polymeric material.
Plastic Processing
Machine
Equipment designed to render plastic/synthetic waste into a

malleable state by use of heat and shape it into a compact solid
block for easy stowage and disposal ashore.
Raw Sewage
Sewage as collected from the soil line without any form of

treatment or processing.
Restricted Areas (or

Waters)
Any area of water to which restrictions on the discharge of

polluting substances apply.
Sewage Effluent
The discharge from any sewage plant.
Sewage Holding Plant

or System
Any plant or system designed to receive and retain raw sewage for
a limited period until it can be legally discharged at sea or to a
reception facility.
Sewage Treatment
Plant or System
A plant or system designed to process raw sewage and produce an

effluent suitable for discharge into water to which restrictions on
the standard of discharge apply.
Shredder
Equipment designed to shred or chop dry garbage, including cans

and bottles, in order to reduce its volume for storage.
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ANNEX C.
PROCUREMENT CHECK LIST
Notes:
1.
This Check List is to ensure that certain aspects of this Defence Standard are consulted
when preparing a procurement specification for a particular application.
2.
Clauses where a preference for an option is to be used or where specific data are to be
added are included in the Check List.
3.
Each item is to be marked either:

= included
NA = not applicable
Check
No.
Check
Clause No.
Sewage plants - options available
4.2.1.1c
MOD policy for fitting out ships to comply with

regulations
4.2.1.1e (4)
Selection of plant and systems in conjunction with

the equipment sponsor section
4.2.1.1g ,
4.2.3.1g ,
4.3.1.1h ,
4.3.2.1d ,
4.3.4c ,
4.3.4.1c to
4.3.4.1f
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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
(Note: Page numbers are given)
Bilge Water Separators, 13
Oil and Oily Water, 12, 13
Equippment design and installation, 13

MOD Policy, 13
Regulations, 12
Options available, sewage disposal, 11
Defence Environmental Statement, 19
Regulations, garbage disposal, 15
Environmental Regulations, 7
Garbage disposal
Sewage disposal
design and installation requirements, 11

effect on ships, 11
MOD policy - general, 11
MOD policy - installations, 11
system/plant selection, 12
systems - options available, 11
effect on ships, 17
limitations on discharge, 15
MOD policy for provision of facilities, 17
Grey Water, 12
Local Port Regulations, 12

MOD Policy, 12
Ships Operation - effect of lack of

facilities, 20
Solid Waste, 15, 17, 18, 19

Food Waste, 18
Limitations on discharge, garbage, 15
MOD Policy, 18
Garbage (Non-Plastic), 15, 17
Liquid Waste, 9
MOD Policy, 17
Black Water, 9, 11
Plastic, 17
MOD Policy, 11
MOD Policy, 17
Sanitary Waste, 18, 19
MOD Policy, 19
M
MOD policy
garbage disposal - provision of facilities, 17

sewage disposal - general, 11
sewage disposal - installation, 11
Waste Management, 8
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Defence Standard 02-720

Waste Disposal Policy

AMENDMENTS ISSUED SINCE PUBLICATION

DEFENCE STANDARD 02720 (NES 720)

WASTE DISPOSAL POLICY

This Defence Standard is

DEF STAN 02720 / ISSUE 2

DEF STAN 02702 / ISSUE 2

If it is found to be unsuitable for any particular requirement, MOD shall be informed in

MOD Tender or Contract Process

DEF STAN 02720 / ISSUE 2

Category 1. If not applied may have a Critical affect on the following:

Category 2. If not applied may have a Significant affect on the following:

Category 3. If not applied may have a Minor affect on the following:

British Standards Institution,

Defence Procurement Agency

Tender or Contract Sponsor to advise.

Health and Safety

DEF STAN 02702 / ISSUE 2

CORPORATE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE . . . . . . 18

DEF STAN 02720 / ISSUE 2

ABBREVIATIONS AND DEFINITIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

PROCUREMENT CHECK LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

DEF STAN 02720 / ISSUE 2

Equipment suppliers, ship designers, installation and maintenance staff and

Examples of changes that may be introduced at the design stage to contribute to

Remove and dispose of all unnecessary packaging at the shore side,

Within the constraints of cost and technical specification, aim to:

Maximize inclusion of reusable, recyclable components and

Minimize water requirements if this subsequently generates grey

Maximise use of aqueous based (as an alternative to Volatile

Ensure maintenance procedures emphasis prevention and early

Existing and projected port, National and International regulations for

The Annexes to MARPOL 73/78 are:

Regulations for the Prevention of Pollution by Oil;

Regulations for the Control of Pollution by Noxious Liquid

DEF STAN 02720 / ISSUE 2

(3) Annex III Regulations for the Prevention of Pollution by Harmful

Regulations for the Prevention of Pollution by Garbage;

(6) Annex VI Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships.

The UK is presently a signatory to MARPOL 73/78 Annexes I, II, III, and V.

Environmentally Sound Design

Environmental sound design has the following attributes:

Compliance with National and International Environmental Legislation

No significant adverse environmental impact from its operations or

Minimal dependence on shore facilities for waste/residue disposal;

Minimal costs for waste management;

Minimal use of hazardous materials in warship construction and

Adequately trained and environmentally aware personnel to operate the

DEF STAN 02720 / ISSUE 2

Black Water (Sewage) Disposal

A number of countries already have national legislation governing sewage

The UK is a signatory to the MARPOL 73/78 Convention and is committed to

Untreated/stored black water (sewage) may only be discharged at sea in

Sewage shall always be discharged as far as possible from nearest land;

Macerated and disinfected sewage may only be discharged in an area more

Within the 4 nm of nearest land and in harbour, allowable discharges are

DEF STAN 02720 / ISSUE 2

Baselines where they differ from

INNER RESTRICTED AREA

Figure 4.1 Typical Example of Restricted Areas: Sewage Disposal

DEF STAN 02720 / ISSUE 2

The provision of a sewage treatment or holding system involves leading all