Q1: Where is it legal to dispose of plastic?
A: Only at shore facilities
Q2: Can we discharge incinerator ashes into the sea?
A: No, we can never discharge incinerator ashes into the sea
Q3: What types of garbage can you throw overboard within 3 miles of the nearest land & in all inland waters?
A: You cannot throw anything at all overboard
Q4: What should you do if garbage gets stuck in one of the inside doors of an incinerator?
A: Shut down the incinerator, and get expert help and advice before doing anything else
Q5: Why is incineration not an effective way to deal with glass or metal containers?
A: It does not reduce the volume of the materials very much
Q6: What is the main advantage of incineration for garbage management?
A: It reduces the volume of materials that need to be stored on board for later disposal