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This manual is intended as an educational resource and reference tool for the operators of marinas, slipways, boat clubs and boatyards.

There are many marinas in New Zealand. Each is unique in terms of its design, operation, the types of boaters that it serves, and the pollution problems that it may experience. Since marinas are so diverse, there can be no “one size fits all” approach to operating a clean marina.

This manual is intended to be a resource – one that provides you, the marina operator, with options to consider implementing in order to solve the pollution problems that may exist at your facility. It is up to you to choose the options and financing strategies that are workable and most likely to result in the maximum environmental benefits.

This document does not constitute a reference to Local and Regional Council Regulations and/or By-Laws and therefore relying solely on the information contained herein will not protect you legally. It is the responsibility of each operator and employee of the business to satisfy his general environmental duty of care.

This document represents Industry Best Practice at the time of issue and is therefore subject to change.

The New Zealand Marina Operators Association, stakeholders nor members or associates cannot assume any liability for the accuracy or completeness of the information in this publication.

Every operator is encouraged to enter into frank discussions with the appropriate Local and Regional Councils, to ensure that all appropriate Laws, Regulations and By-Laws and any other obligations are completely understood.

Some tasks pose risks to employees. It is important that protective clothing, gloves, boots and masks/respirators are used as required. In some areas of endeavour protective vaccinations are highly recommended.

For more information about the New Zealand Clean Marina Programme, please contact:

New Zealand Marina Operators Association

www.nzmoa.com