What is the Shipboard Hazardous Material List (SHML)?

• A. A record of all hazardous materials that may have an application onboard U.S. Navy ships.
• B. A log of all ship crew assignments.
• C. A schedule of planned ship maintenance.
• D. A list of fuel types used on board.

Answer: (A)

The Shipboard Hazardous Material List is the official catalog of hazardous materials that may be present or used on U.S. Navy ships. It identifies what hazardous substances could be on board so they can be properly controlled: labeled, stored, handled, and disposed of, with appropriate training and safety data in place. This list supports the ship’s HazMat Control program and helps ensure safe operations and emergency response. It isn’t concerned with crew assignments, maintenance schedules, or fuel types, which is why those options don’t fit.