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Environment and securityQuestion 427 of 566

When should you use an automatic bilge pump?

  1. Always, while the engine runs
  2. Only when needed and when the bilge has only water
  3. When the bilge holds oily water
  4. Only after adding detergent
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Correct answer: Only when needed and when the bilge has only water

Pumping oily water overboard pollutes.

Source: Safe Boating Guide (TP 511E, 2026), Reduce pollution for bilges, page 58

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026