Here are some ways you can help
stop pollution.
· Carry a special container aboard for waste
materials and don’t throw anything overboard.
Dispose of collected materials in receptacles ashore.
· Be careful when fueling. Do not top off the tank. Be sure no gas or oil is discharged into the
water. Bilge pillows are very
effective. Follow manufacturer’s
directions for use and disposal.
· If you spill any amount of hazardous waste or
oil into the water, you must notify the U.S. Coast Guard National Response
Center at 1-800-424-8802 or contact your local Coast Guard Station.
Instead of
Bleach: use borax or hydrogen peroxide.
Scouring powders: use baking soda and elbow grease.
Window cleaner: use vinegar and
lemon juice in warm water.
Chrome cleaner: use apple cider to clean, baby oil to polish.
Copper cleaner: lemon or lime juice and salt.
