Annex II cargo operations are recorded in which record book?

• A. Oil record book
• B. Cargo record book
• C. Deck log
• D. Stability log

Answer: (B)

When dealing with Annex II cargoes, the operations are logged in the Cargo Record Book. This part of MARPOL requires ships carrying noxious liquid substances in bulk to keep a dedicated record of cargo handling—loading and transfers between tanks, unloading, tank cleaning, and any discharge or spills—and the amounts involved. The Cargo Record Book provides a traceable history of how the noxious substances were managed on board, which is essential for compliance and for port state control.

The Oil Record Book is not used for Annex II cargoes because it covers oil and oily mixtures under MARPOL Annex I. The Deck log records navigational events and general ship duties, not cargo-specific operations. The Stability log is used for ensuring safe loading and overall stability calculations, but it is not the required record for Annex II cargo operations.