National Ports Act, 2005 (Act No. 12 of 2005)

Rules

Ports Rules

Chapter 9 : General

152. Port repair facilities

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(1) In the interests of safety, security, good order and the protection of the environment, the Harbour Master may, in respect of any port repair facility, direct that priority be given to a vessel in a damaged or unseaworthy condition.

 

(2) While in any port repair facility, no vessel may discharge effluent water, oil or refuse, except with the permission in writing of the Harbour Master or his or her appointee. The Harbour Master or his or her appointee may impose conditions upon the granting of permission in order to maintain safety, security, good order and the protection of the environment.