Question 6 of 30
To ensure safety and prevent onboard transmission of pathogens, how should specialized bio-medical waste or clinical sharps generated on board be managed?
A
Flushed directly into the sewage treatment plant
B
Discarded openly along with general domestic galley waste
C
Stored securely in dedicated, marked containers for safe disposal shore-side
D
Thrown directly overboard outside of special areas
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option C: Stored securely in dedicated, marked containers for safe disposal shore-side.
Bio-medical waste poses a high infection risk and cannot be treated as general waste. It must be segregated, labeled, and stored in dedicated, secure containers on board until it can be safely disposed of at an authorized shore facility.