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

Rules

Ports Rules

Chapter 4 : Protection of the Environment

93. Discharge or dumping in a port of sewage or residue water as a result of hatch or tank cleaning

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(1) No vessel may discharge or dump sewage into port waters or any part of the port except into a facility dedicated for that purpose.

 

(2) No vessel may discharge or dump residue water into port waters as a result of hatch or tank cleaning without the written permission of the Harbour Master. The Harbour Master may impose conditions upon the granting of his or her permission.