What are the key annexes of MARPOL related to Toxicology?
MARPOL consists of six annexes, each dealing with different sources of pollution. Relevant to toxicology are:
Annex I: Regulates the prevention of oil pollution from ships. Annex II: Controls pollution by noxious liquid substances in bulk, covering a wide range of chemical transport. Annex III: Pertains to the prevention of pollution by harmful substances carried by sea in packaged form. Annex IV: Concerns sewage pollution, which can introduce harmful pathogens and nutrients into marine environments. Annex V: Deals with garbage pollution, prohibiting the discharge of plastics and controlling other types of waste.
