Inland Waters Small Passenger Boat Code

25        PREVENTION OF POLLUTION

25.1 The vessel should comply with local bylaws relating to the discharge of waste water.  All rubbish should be disposed of at designated and suitable facilities ashore.

25.2 No sanitation system capable of discharging sewage overside should be fitted in the vessel unless it is capable of being sealed or rendered inoperable.

25.3 Sealed sanitation systems should comply with the requirements of BS MA101 Specification for toilet retention and re-circulation systems for the treatment of toilet waste on small craft or equivalent .

25.4 An oil-tight tray made of metal or other suitable material should be fitted beneath every engine and gearbox so as to prevent leakage of oil escaping into any part of the vessel or overside.  The sides of the tray should be carried as high as practicable.  A tray is not needed if oil-tight structural members are fitted fore and aft of the engine.  No fixed bilge pump should draw from an oil-tight area.