Bilge Pump Warning Labels — Marine Vessel Compliance
Small Vessel Regulations — Bilge Systems · Federal — Canada
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SOR/2010-91 + Canada Shipping Act 2001 — Small Vessel Regulations — Bilge Systems
Vessels equipped with bilge pumps may need the bilge pump activation control clearly labelled. Automatic bilge pumps with overboard discharge must not discharge oily water in Canadian waters without proper treatment.
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Your bilge pump switch or activation button should be labelled "BILGE PUMP" so any crew member can find and use it in an emergency. If your bilge pump discharges overboard, a "NO OILY WATER DISCHARGE" reminder label helps crew stay compliant with Canadian no-discharge rules.
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Bilge pump control labelled "BILGE PUMP"
Auto vs manual mode labelled if dual-mode pump
"NO OILY WATER DISCHARGE" reminder near overboard discharge
Bilge inspection port location marked if applicable
Automatic pump indicator light or alarm labelled
Labels should be waterproof — marine environment
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