The EnviroNaut Course

Instructions

it is mandatory to start with the Ocean Litercy course. Then you can choose which course or course you would like to take.

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ready to improve your sustainability skills? choose your most fitting option!

If you have decided to do the entire course, obtain your certificate as an environmental officer of the nautical sector by taking the following test.
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Introduction

Ocean literacy

Marinas

Skipper

Sea school

Maintenance companies

Results

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations, you have completed the EnviroNaut course modules! You have been able to learn about the impact of our professional activities on the environment, as well as sustainable practices to reduce pollution in the Nautical Tourism sector. To finish this process and to become an Environmental Officer in Nautical Tourism, you have to take this final exam, where your competences in the 4 sub-sectors (Marinas, Sea Schools, Skippers and Maintenance Companies) as well as the general module on oceanic literacy will be tested.

In order to pass and get your certificate you must get at least 80% of the questions correct.

From the EnviroNaut project consortium, we would like to thank you for participating in this course and helping us to create a more sustainable Nautical Tourisms sector!

1. Which is the primary source of microplastics in the marine environmemnt?

Tiny plastic particles (microbeads) contained in personal care products such as scrub and tooth paste and particles from abrasive materials coming from rivers runoff

Laundering of synthetic clothes

fragmentation of larger plastic objects such as plastic bags and bottles

abrasion of tyres through driving

2. Which is one of the main objectives of Citizen Science?

To collect many accurate data, that scientist would never be able to collect alone

To engage the local community, make them more aware of environmental threads and reconnect people to nature

To substitute scientists with regular citizens, the more people are involved, the faster science will advance

To foster individuals' curiosity about their surroundings

3. What is the primary mechanism utilized by Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion systems to generate renewable energy from the sea?

Ocean Wave Turbines

Tidal Stream Generators

Temperature Difference between Surface and Deep Ocean Waters

Salinity Gradient Power

4. How do seagrasses contribute to the marine environment?

By releasing CO2 into the atmosphere

Serving as breeding grounds for amphibian species

Protecting coastlines from erosion and hydrodynamics

Reducing water transparency

5. What potential environmental risks are related to certain cleaning agents used in cleaning the exterior and interior surfaces of boats?

Release of heavy metals, phosphates, and specific chemicals like acid cleaners and deoxidizers

Release of heavy metals and toxic chemicals, excluding phosphates and degreasers

Presence of phosphates and mildew removers, excluding deoxidizers and acid cleaners

Algal blooms caused by mildew removers and acid cleaners, excluding deoxidizers

6. Which businesses commonly located in marinas land based infrastructure can possibly contribute to light and noise pollution?

Primarily bars, nightclubs, and boat repair shops

Exclusively restaurants, cafes, and boat rental services

Mostly outdoor water sports rental shops and marine engine sales

Various businesses such as restaurants, entertainment venues, and others

7. Which of the following pollutants from boat maintenance services can contribute to air pollution, land/soil pollution, and water pollution?

Air pollution: VOCs, organic solvents, etc.
Land/soil pollution: chemicals components (e.g. zinc at toxic levels), paint particles, etc.
Water pollution: VOCs, bioaccumulation, etc.

Air pollution: VOCs, organic solvents, etc.
Land/soil pollution: chemicals components (e.g. zinc at toxic levels), paint particles, etc.
Water pollution: runoff, bioaccumulation, etc.

Air pollution: HAPs, particular matter, etc.
Land/soil pollution: chemicals components (e.g. zinc at toxic levels), paint particles, etc.
Water pollution: runoff, bioaccumulation, etc.

Air pollution: HAPs, particular matter, etc.
Land/soil pollution: chemicals components (e.g. zinc at toxic levels), paint particles, etc.
Water pollution: runoff, plastic pollution, etc.

8. Which of the following actions can contribute to minimize the environmental impact of boat maintenance services on marina surroundings?

Primarily through guidelines on eco-friendly materials, waste disposal protocols, and emergency response plans for spills

Only by establishing an emergency response plan for oil or hazardous material spills

Primarily by implementing containment systems like noise barriers and dust collection

Only by keeping an inventory of hazardous materials used during maintenance services

9. During one of your trips with clients, you see that one of them throws leftovers from their meals into the water. As a responsible skipper you ask him not to do this as it negatively affects the marine environment. Which of these statements is false about the effect of throwing food into the ocean?

high nutrient concentration in water bodies causes algal blooms

When food is thrown into the ocean, algae blooms occur, which reduce the oxygen and nutrient density in the area where they arise

aquatic fauna will feed on this waste, increasing their breeding opportunities and damaging water quality.

The oxygen is reduced which kills fish and reduce diversity in those waters

10. The crew encounters a stranded marine mammal that appears injured. What steps should be taken to provide assistance while minimizing the risk to both the crew and the mammal?

Approach the mammal closely to assess the extent of injuries.

Report the situation to relevant authorities and maintain a safe distance.

Ignore the stranded mammal, assuming it will find its way back to the water.

Attempt to rescue the mammal without seeking professional guidance.

11. Nowadays, an estimated 100,000 tonnes of plastic waste from EU countries ends up in the sea every year from coastal land areas. Which is the product that predominates in the sea pollution?

Cigarette butts

plastic bottles

Straws

Plastic lids

12. A skipper is educating his customers on actions they can take to reduce their water consumption. Some of these are low cost measures and some are high cost. Which of these would be high cost?

Install tap aerators wherever possible

Fit plugs into basins to encourage users to fill the basin

Install trigger devices on all hoses to provide automatic shut off

Install rainwater harvesting systems to collect rainwater

13. A water sport club is planning to construct a new facility on a beach with high biodiversity. What advice should the environmental officer give to minimize the impact on the local ecosystem?

Recommend using concrete structures to ensure stability.

Propose the removal of natural vegetation to accommodate the facility.

Suggest an environmental impact assessment before construction.

Encourage the use of artificial lighting to attract visitors at night.

14. A water sport club wants to enhance its sustainability practices. What action aligns best with environmental principles?

Introducing jet ski rentals for additional revenue

Implementing a waste recycling program

Offering discounted rates for peak season bookings

Increasing motorized boat activities for thrill-seekers

15. What is the primary purpose of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in the context of sea schools?

Standardizing surfing techniques

Ensuring safety and environmental protection in maritime activities

Promoting commercial interests in water sport tourism

Regulating fishing practices near sea schools

16. A water sport club along an inland waterway aims to educate the public about conservation. What approach is most effective?

Conducting one-time awareness events

Integrating conservation education into regular programs

Ignoring educational initiatives for a focus on recreation

Encouraging visitors to collect natural specimens for personal souvenirs

17. Many painting and cleaning products used to repair, paint or wash boats contain ingredients that are toxic to fish and harmful to the environment. What step should you avoid in terms of products and packaging consumption?

Use plastic alternatives, such as, bamboo utensils, silicone storage bags, glass jars, canvas bags and other reusables to replace disposable items.

Clean and maintain the vessel on land, to prevent harmful chemicals entering the marine environment, and therefore be captured and properly disposed of.

Wax the boat to prevent dirt and grime buildup, which reduces the need for harsh chemicals

Use products that contain phosphates, chlorine, ammonia. They are more effective which decreases the amount of profuct you need.

18. Conducting regular bilge inspections will prevent oils from sneaking into the ocean. What is something you should never do to prevent bildge pillution?

Check an oil collection area that does not leak in the bildge.

Check for stern glands leaks

Use dish soaps to make a spill disappear. It causes the oil to break down into tiny particles which will disolve faster

Discard used oil nappies safely and according to state and local regulations.

19. Regarding the disposal of the remaining paint during yacht painting, the yacht painter must be familiar with:

The maintenance company’s environmental standards

The EU and national regulations about the topic

Only the specific guidelines of the paint providers

All the above

20. A maintenance company is storing a vessel for the winter. Which aspect should they check?

Empty and clean thoroughly the black and grey tank.

Cover all metals with plastic instead of paper tissue

Use baking soda on any metal parts to prevent oxidation.

Ensure interior doors are close so the humidity stays controlled

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