Environmental Code of Conduct

In keeping with its commitment to protecting the environment and the health of employees and visitors, and to developing an active environmental policy based on continuous improvement, Alcaidesa Marina has prepared the following environmental codes of conduct in line with the Blue Flag campaign guidelines.

ALCAIDESA MARINA ENVIRONMENTAL CODE OF CONDUCT

  1. Use radio and navigation equipment responsibly, without endangering people or vessels; report floating objects and other hazards and fulfil the duty to assist others at sea.
  2. Keep the sea, coastline and harbour clean. Never throw rubbish into the sea or along the shore or discharge harmful or toxic liquids from bilges or sewage tanks.
  3. Find out where environmentally sensitive and scientifically important areas, nature reserves and protected ecosystems are located so that you do not accidentally damage them.
  4. Actively support marine wildlife conservation. Respect protected areas, marine mammals, birds and other protected species. Do not use prohibited fishing or shellfish-gathering methods, observe closed seasons and never catch or consume juvenile specimens.
  5. Contribute to environmentally responsible management of your regular or occasional home port, including compliance with Blue Flag criteria and maritime and environmental legislation, water and energy conservation, selective waste collection, environmental education and training and the adoption of environmental management systems.
  6. Use the marina’s separate waste collection facilities and hazardous-waste collection point for oils, batteries, solvents, antifouling products, paint scrapings, paints, flares and other hazardous materials.
  7. Whenever possible, choose environmentally friendly paints, varnishes, antifouling products, paint strippers and detergents.
  8. Use the designated repair and washdown areas in accordance with the rules.
  9. Use the marina’s bilge-water collection system.
  10. Use the marina’s vessel sewage collection system.
  11. Do not damage the seabed by anchoring in sensitive areas or in places that interfere with fishing and shellfishing activities or equipment. Follow all diving and spearfishing rules.
  12. Do not buy or use items made from protected species, such as coral or shells, or recovered from underwater archaeological sites unless their origin and legality can be demonstrated.

ENVIRONMENTAL CODE OF CONDUCT FOR VESSEL USERS AT ALCAIDESA MARINA

  1. I will not throw litter into the sea or along the coast.
  2. I will not discharge sewage into the sea, coastal waters or sensitive areas.
  3. I will use the onboard sewage holding tank.
  4. I will not discharge toxic or poisonous waste (fuel, paint, used batteries, cleaning products and similar materials) into the sea. I will place them in the marina’s designated containers.
  5. I will use and encourage separate waste collection for glass, paper, plastics, oils, batteries and other materials.
  6. I will use environmentally friendly paints, varnishes, antifouling products, strippers and detergents.
  7. I will immediately report pollution and other environmental offences to the relevant authorities.
  8. I will not fish in prohibited areas and will respect permitted fishing methods, closed seasons, protected species and minimum sizes.
  9. I will protect marine plants and animals, including by avoiding disturbance of breeding birds and marine mammals.
  10. I will respect protected and vulnerable natural areas.
  11. I will avoid damaging the seabed, for example by taking extra care when anchoring.
  12. I will avoid banned or environmentally harmful fishing gear.
  13. I will show consideration for other people and for the environment.
  14. I will not buy or use items made from protected species or recovered from wrecks or underwater archaeological remains.
  15. I will encourage other sailors to care for the environment.

ENVIRONMENTAL CODE OF CONDUCT IN SENSITIVE NATURAL AREAS NEAR THE MARINA

  1. Follow the rules of each protected natural area.
  2. Take your rubbish home and help protect the environment.
  3. Do not drive motor vehicles off-road or on unauthorised forest tracks, trails or paths.
  4. Stay on routes designated for public use and only enter permitted areas.
  5. Do not uproot plants or disturb animals.
  6. Do not light fires.
  7. Do not sail or anchor boats without authorisation.
  8. Do not camp except in specially designated areas.
  9. Do not discharge liquids or solids that may damage, pollute or alter natural conditions.
  10. Avoid noise that disturbs the peace.
  11. Do not alter or destroy signs or facilities in the natural environment.