Which statement is correct about vessels carrying Noxious liquid substances?

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Not applicable
• D. Sometimes

Answer: (A)

Handling Noxious Liquid Substances on a vessel triggers mandatory safety and environmental controls because these cargos can pose serious hazards to crew and the marine environment. In practice, their carriage is governed by the IMDG Code, which requires proper cargo classification, documentation, labeling, and packaging or tank design, as well as careful stowage and segregation from incompatible cargoes. Additional requirements cover tank arrangements, ventilation and pumping systems, and clear emergency procedures plus personnel training. Because these rules apply whenever Noxious Liquid Substances are carried, the statement is true: there are enforced regulations for vessels transporting these cargos, not conditions that are optional or occasionally applicable.