PSSR Task 6.1.A

Describe the effects of pollution on water, the shoreline and marine life

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 08-14 Task 6.1.A , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Take precautions to prevent pollution of the marine environment.

PSSR-X2 Basic knowledge of the impact of shipping on the marine environment and the effects of operational or accidental pollution on it

Basic environmental protection procedures

Basic knowledge of complexity and diversity of the marine environment

Condition Behavior Standard

When asked to describe the short and long term effects of pollution on water, the shoreline and marine life,

the candidate in writing describes the short and long-term effects of pollution on water, the shoreline and marine life.


The candidate correctly describes in writing (or selects the answer that describes) the short and long-term effects of pollution on various parts of the environment, such as: air; water; shoreline; and marine life.