To comply with international maritime regulations all vessels are required to carry on board sufficient absorbent materials to mop up oil spills of 7 or 12  barrels (1,100 litres or 1,900 litres) dependent on length of vessel.

為遵守國際海事規(guī)則，所有船只均須攜帶足夠的緊急溢油吸油套裝，以清除7或12桶（1100升或1900升）的溢油，視乎船只的長度而定。