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*Among working conditions listed below which one is required for every propulsion engine of lifeboats?
For a period of at least 72 hours
Starting achieved within 2 min of commencing the start procedure at an ambient temperature of -15°C
Propeller permanently driven by the engine
A lifebuoy light is capable of working at minimum for a period of, and has a luminous intensity of:
4 h, 1 candela (about 1,0 mile range at normal meteorological sight)
2 h, 2 candelas (about 1,7 mile range at normal meteorological sight)
4 h, 2 candelas (about 1,7 mile range at normal meteorological sight
2 h, 1 candela (about 1,0 mile range at normal meteorological sight)
GMDSS regulations require that vessels carry two-way VHF for survival craft. How many are required, and when do the regulations apply?
One per lifeboat and one spare from August 1993
None at present. 3 sets on all ships from August 1995
3 sets. New-builds from February 1992, other vessels from February 1995
3 sets. All vessels from August 1993
Among the additives used to improve the effectiveness of water in the fight against fire there are the moisturing ones. What is the task they perform?
They reduce the surface tension of water
They protect the fuel with a thin covering that holds up the ignition
They increase the viscosity of water
They protect the fuel with a thin covering that holds up the ignition and they increase the viscosity of water
Which of the following names is given to the basic types of foam as far as they are differentiated according to the way bubbles are obtained:
Chemical, physical or mechanical foams
What kind of measure is the division of the vessel in upright areas by using thermic and structural separations?
It is neither a prevention nor a protection measure
It is a prevention measure
It is both a prevention and protection measure
It is a protection measure
As a fire fighter, what should you always consider when fighting a fire in a confined space?
The confined space can be considered to have one side only as heat always rises
The confined space has only five sides
The confined space always has six sides
The confined space has only four sides
In order to extinguish a fire with a portable extinguisher, we must proceed in the following way:
Maintain a safe distance, apply the extinguishing agent to the base of the flames with the wind behind us
Maintain a safe distance, apply the extinguishing agent to the top of the flames with the wind behind us
Maintain a safe distance, apply the extinguishing agent to the top of the flames facing the wind
Maintain a safe distance, apply the extinguishing agent to the base of the flames facing the wind
In the fire fighting of fires of a type C with dry chemical powder extinguishers, the application is performed
as soon as possible, to any point of the fire and in intermittent manner
the chemical powder doesn-t extinguish type C fires
in a continuous way so that the powder spray is in the same direction as the one of the flame
across the flame, sweeping it
Which spaces, in regard to fire protection, shall be separated from the rest of the ship by thermal and structural boundaries? (SOLAS II-2/2.2.2)
Storage rooms for inflammable materials
The impedance of a coax cable for the VHF-set depends on:
the way in which the feed line is controlled
the length of the coax cable
the structure dimensions and the material of the coax cable
A satellite receives the transmissions of a 1,6 GHz Inmarsat EPIRB. The transmissions of this EPIRB will be:
Passed to a LUT, as soon it is in range of the satellite
Directly passed to a ground station
Passed to the Ship Manager's office
Exclusively passed to a ground-station between 70 degrees N and 70 degrees S
In radio telephony what is the "URGENCY CALL" which should be used to indicate that you have a very urgent message to transmit concerning the safety of another vessel or person?
Securite Securite (3 times)
Inflatable splints are made in various sizes and are shaped to the upper and lower limbs. What is the advantages of an inflatable splint?
It makes it possible for a man to walk on a fractured leg almost immediately.
It is more easy to give correct pressure to the fractured/injured area, and the control of swelling and bleeding is more easy to observe.
An inflatable splint cannot fail.
Inflatable splints should never be used when leg fracture.
*What is the only reliable way of checking that the CO2 cartridge in a dry powder extinguisher is full?
Remove the cartridge and weigh it to check that it has the full weight stamped on it
Check if the seal on the extinguisher release handle is intact
All of the alternatives are reliable methods
Weigh the extinguisher and check that it complies with the weight marked on it
Where shall shoreside fire-fighting personnel find necessary information to control a fire on board a cargo ship in an emergency situation?
Through the nearest Maritime Rescue Co-ordination Centre, who will get them from the ship's owner
In the fire control plans or booklet that must be posted in a prominently marked localisation on the navigating bridge
The captain of the ship is the only person that may give such information
In the fire control plans or booklet that must be stored in a watertight prominently marked container outside the deck house
Give the meaning of the following symbol
Secondary means of escape
Your vessel "A" is bound for the Pilot station. Vessel "B" will be picking up pilot before you. According to your observation you are getting to close to vessel "B" and Pilot boat "C". What will you do to avoid a collision?
Full astern and drop the anchor.
Call vessel "B" and inform them to turn around to starboard.
Observe the situation during a period of time and see how its developing.
It is late night and a tanker has just been involved in a collision. Should the tanker, prior to the collision, carry a red light in addition to the normal navigation lights. Is this correct?
No, the tanker should carry red, white and red in addition to the ordinary navigation lights.
No, the tanker should show the normal navigation lights only.
Correct, the tanker did show the correct navigation lights.
No, the tanker should carry two red lights in addition to the navigation lights.
If you are ordering chain for use as 'Chain Stoppers' on mooring wires, the length of chain usually recommended for use in each stopper is:
Radio direction-finding installations shall comply with certain requirements. Which one of the listed requirements do not correspond to present regulations?
All direction-finders shall be calibrated on first installation
The calibration particulars shall be checked at intervals of one year
All reasonable steps shall be taken to ensure the required homing capability
Direction-finders to be installed on, or as near the navigating bridge as possible
By wave length is understood:
the distance travelled by a radio vibration in a period
the propagation speed of a radio vibration in free space
the propagation direction of a radio vibration
The wavelength of a radio-signal reflected against the F-layer may be:
Define the class of emission H3E :
Radiotelex and DSC - Frequency shift keying of carrier with error correction
Radiotelephony - Single sideband full carrier
Radiotelex and DSC - Phase modulation
Radiotelephony - Single sideband suppressed carrier
Define the class of emission G3E :
Radiotelex and DSC - Frequency shift keying of sub-carrier with error correction
Radiotelephony - Phase modulation
Radiotelex and DSC - Frequency shift keying of carrier with error correction
Radiotelephony - Frequency modulation
Which IMO convention takes care of the human safety at sea ?
there isn-t any conventions that take care of the human safety at sea
Give the meaning of the following symbol:
*The container for an inflatable liferafts shall be made:
watertight, as far as possible,except for drain holes in the container bottom
non-watertight if fitted with drain holes in the container bottom
Which of the survival craft listed below is equipped with a buoyant line, not less than 50m in length, of sufficient strength to tow a liferaft ?
Which item among those below is included in the normal equipment of every liferaft ?
two painters of a length equal to not less than the distance from the stowage position of the liferaft to the waterline
instructions for immediate action
one searchlight which can work continuously for not less than 3 hours
Which item among those below is included in the normal equipment of every lifeboat ?
one life-jacket for each person
sea-charts and navigating equipment
a sea-anchor fitted with a shock-resistant hawser
*Give the meaning of the following symbol
Lifeboat with waterproof canopy
*The Master is responsible that all crew participate in monthly emergency drills. If 25% of the crew - or more - has not participated in such drill during the last month, what is the time limit to conduct such a drill after the vessel has left a port?
*Which of following items shall be included in an abandon ship drill?
summoning of passengers and crew to muster stations with the alarm required
Checking the lifeboat provisions and supplies
Checking passenger's immersion suits
Checking the distress signal rockets and other distress signals
For how long should a tank be ventilated when people are working inside?
For as long as it is deemed necessary by the chief officer.
Until the tank is gas free.
For as long as people are working in the tank.
Normally ventilation fans in enclosed ro-ro spaces must be run continuously whenever vehicles are on board, why?
It is easier for the crew, they don't have to think about starting and stopping of fans
The manufacturer of the fans recommends continuous operation to reduce maintenance cost
An increased number of air changes may be required when vehicles are being loaded or unloaded, or where flammable gases or liquids are stowed in closed ro-ro spaces
It is better to run the fans continuously instead of testing the atmosphere
Which equipment is utilised to control the liquid level in the cargo tanks?
In the cargo tanks we use deep stick to control the liquid level
In the cargo tanks we use sounding tape to control the liquid level
In the cargo tanks we use either float or radar type gauge to control the liquid level
In the cargo tanks we use float type gauge to control the liquid level
You are burning garbage containing plastics. What shall you do with the ashes from the vessel's incinerator?
Discharge at sea providing you are not in any river or estuary
Discharge the ashes at sea providing you are more than 25 nautical miles offshore
Discharge the ashes to a shore facility
Nothing, ashes from any substance which is incinerated can be discharged over board
Checking the lubricating oil sump level of the generators is one of the engine watch ratings regular duties on a particular vessel. During the check it is noticed that the oil level is unexpectedly below the minimum mark on the dip stick. What action should be taken?
The rating should fill the sump to above the operating level in case there is a leak and the oil level drops too low before the next check.
The rating should stop the generator immediately.
The rating should just fill the sump back to the normal operating level.
The rating should fill the sump to normal operating level and immediately inform the engineer on watch.
At what temperature is it recommended that frozen fish is stored?
Between 1 and 4 degrees Celsius.
From the options given select the one which best completes the following statement. "The preferred method of handling pallets of fruit in the 'tween deck of a conventional reefer vessel would be…
…using a bio-ethanol powered fork lift truck."
…using a diesel powered fork lift truck."
…using carefully sited snatch blocks and strops."
…using a battery powered fork lift truck."
Why did the Second Engineer wish to make an monthly allotment?
The Second Engineer wished to make an allotment because he was unmarried
The Second Engineer wished to make an allotment because he was tired and wanted to rest in his cabin
The Second Engineer wished to make an allotment because he was married
The Second Engineer wished to make an allotment because he wanted to become acquainted with the other officer
On a RoRo vessel, which of the following is not required in the pre-stowage plan?
Checking communications equipment
The operation of gas-tight and watertight doors
Stowage and securing of specialised cargoes
What is "spiked crude oil"?
A group of naturally occurring organic chemicals containing sulphur?
A crude oil where some gas is removed?
A crude oil blended with a liquefied gas or condensate?
What is the objective of the merchant navy?
To earn money for the shipowner
To provide employment for persons who wish to become seafarers
To safely transport goods by sea
To transport and deliver goods as quickly as possible
During inspection of a medium speed diesel engine main bearing the shell is found to have approximately 15% of the white metal overlay worn away and some light score marks on the exposed aluminium tin bearing metal. Select the most appropriate action to take from the given options?
Refit the shell as it is, this is an acceptable condition for a thin shell bearing after a period of service.
Use a scraper to remove the score marks from the bearing metal before refitting the shell.
Use a scraper to remove the remaining overlay before refitting the shell.
Discard the damaged shell and polish the journal pin before fitting a new shell.
For what purposes is nitrogen used in cargo tanks on a chemical tanker?
Cleanliness (provision of a clean atmosphere in the tank) and quantity (minimising any loss of cargo through evaporation).
Maintenance (nitrogen in the tank restricts moisture build-up and stops corrosion on the tank bulkheads).
Quality control (the nitrogen blanket ensures a uniform temperature throughout the product by stopping loss of heat at the surface).
Safety (atmosphere control) and purity (maintenance of quality of product by stopping contact with air).
On the figure 4 possible definitions of the term "ASTERN" are shown. Which one is the correct one?
Astern is defined as C on the figure
Astern is defined as D on the figure
Astern is defined as A on the figure
Astern is defined as B on the figure
Approximately how many days will fresh cucumbers usually last in cold storage?
As well as hazards due to flammability, toxicity and frostbite some liquefied gas cargoes may cause chemical burns in the event of skin contact? Which of the commonly carried cargoes given in the options is most likely to result in chemical burns due to skin contact?
Why is it important to have good relationship on-board a vessel?
It leads to better work performance and positive atmosphere among the crew
Crew comes to know each others problems
It encourages crew to extend their contract
It will prevent accidents from happening
What weakens a twistlock?
On the figure 4 possible definitions of the term "CENTRE LINE" are given. Which one is the correct one?
Centre line is given by D on the figure
Centre line is given by B on the figure
Centre line is given by A on the figure
Centre line is given by C on the figure
Which of the following documents gives the maximum point loading in cargo holds and on decks of a General Cargo Vessel?
Planned maintenance schedules
During loading or discharging liquefied gas cargoes it is important to control the pressure in the cargo tank. What is the preferred method of maintaining pressure and avoiding a vacuum condition in the cargo tanks while discharging?
Stop the discharge periodically to allow boil off gas to build up the pressure.
Increase the pumping rate and recirculate some of the cold liquid cargo back to the tank
Use a cargo vaporiser to feed hot vapour back to the tank to maintain required pressure.
Reduce the discharge rate until the pressure builds up again and then increase it back to maximum.
What is the most utilised pump type for cargo discharge on a gas carrier?
Hydraulic driven centrifugal pump.
An electrical operated submerged centrifugal pump.
Where is the "BRIDGE", in the figure?
The Bridge is C, in the figure
The Bridge is A, in the figure
The Bridge is D, in the figure
The Bridge is B, in the figure
What does OSHA stand for?
Occupation and Safe Health Association
Overseas Sea Hazard Association
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Occupational Safety and Health Aids
What is the most important factor to be considered when planning the lashing system for a particular sea route?
The quantity and type of lashing materials
The size and weight of packages/cargo units to be loaded
The breaking strength of lashing materials
Which of the following areas may be possible restricted areas? (Review all answers)
What is the minimum number of independently driven fire pumps that must be provided on passenger ships of 4000 tons gross tonnage and upwards?
Thermocouples are often used for measuring temperatures. Which of the following descriptions are valid for a thermocouple?
A junction between two dissimilar metals generates a small voltage.
A semi-conductor device that exhibits a negative coefficient of resistance with temperature.
A resistance device that exhibits a positive coefficient of resistance with temperature.
A quartz crystal that changes its resonant frequency with temperature.
Passenger ships have a normal requirement of 1 lifejacket per person + 10% for children. In addition to this, how many lifejackets have to be stowed in conspicuous places on deck or at the muster stations?
How can you arrange for safe movement of passengers on ro-ro decks?
Passengers should stay in their cars until loading is completed. They should keep to walkways when leaving the car.
Passengers are responsible for their own safety while moving about ro-ro decks.
It is easy, only drivers are allowed to stay in the car during loading and unloading.
Passengers should be warned of vehicle movements when entering or crossing car or vehicle decks. They should preferably keep to walkways while moving about the ship.
On a RoRo vessel, why is it necessary to maintain safety markings/luminous paint on pillars in ro-ro decks?
To comply with the company's standing instructions
Because it is a port state control requirement
To comply with the ship's Planned Maintenance Schedule
To prevent damage during cargo operations
Car decks on board ro-ro passenger ships are nomally closed during sea passage. Why are passengers not allowed to be on the car-deck during sailing?
Vehicles and other cargo can shift when the ship is rolling. Persons may be trapped between vehicles or cargo.
To prevent burglary and damage to cars
If the car decks are empty, it will be easier for the crew to locate all passengers in case of an emergency
In case of an emergency situation it can be difficult for passengers to escape. Vehicles, lorries, trailers and other cargo are maybe lashed and it is a substantial chance for passengers to get injured. Vehicles and other cargo might also shift when the ship is rolling.
The reporting of incidents involving harmful substances and / or marine pollutants is regulated under which international guidelines?
Protocol I of MARPOL 73/78.
The UN Convention on the Reporting of Accidents and Incidents which Present a Hazard to the Marine Environment 2004.
Appendix B of the Supplement to the IMDG Code.
What do you understand by: Bitter end?
Bitter end means: a foul taste at the end of a meal
Bitter end means: to the very last moment
Bitter end means: the toggled end of a lifeboat painter
Bitter end means: the end link of an anchor cable that is secured within the chain locker
What will you do if you are told to operate unknown mechanical equipment?
As time is money, the trial and error method shall be used.
Ensure that all safety guards and devices are disconnected.
Seek advice from your superior before attempting to operate it.
Do not operate the machine, but read the manual before reporting to the head of your department
What is a safe angle between a cargo lashing and eye plate?
Some main propulsion medium speed engine installations operate with a hydraulic oil type fluid coupling between the engine and the reduction gearbox instead of a mechanical clutch. With this type of installation a separate flexible coupling is not normally fitted. Why is a separate flexible coupling usually omitted from this type of installation?
There is insufficient room to fit a flexible coupling between the engine and gearbox when a fluid coupling is fitted.
There are no engine torque variations in the drive when a fluid coupling is used so a flexible coupling is not required.
The hydraulic fluid in the coupling isolates the gearbox from the engine vibrations.
There is natural slippage between the drive and driven parts of the fluid coupling and a flexible coupling would prevent this slippage.
What is the world-wide system operated by the US Coast Guard exclusively in support of search and rescue operations?
The Worldwide Maritime Mutual Assistance Programme (WMMAP).
The U.S. Command and Control Rescue (USCOMR) Service.
The International Search and Rescue Coordination System.
The Automated Mutual-Assistance Vessel Rescue (AMVER) System.
Liquefied gas carriers and terminals must each have an Emergency Shut-Down (ESD) system. In the event of an emergency during loading which is normally the preferred order of operating these emergency shut down systems?
Operate both ESD systems together, simultaneously.
Operate the ship ESD system first.
Operate the terminal ESD system first.
There is no preferred order of operation for these systems.
According to ISGOTT, which of the following indicates the approximate density ratio of undiluted gas, in relation to air, from a typical crude oil?
0.8 times that of the air (assuming atmospheric pressure above 1000 mb).
1.8 times that of the air.
1.5 times that of the air.
What will happen when you start a centrifugal pump with the delivery valve closed?
The starting load on the motor will cause overload.
The pump will lose suction.
The delivery pressure will be large causing the relief valve to open.
The starting load on the motor will be minimum.
Many chemical tankers are fitted with deepwell centrifugal cargo pumps. What is the process by which any leakage of cargo or hydraulic oil into the pump cofferdam is detected?
The design features of a container ship with pronounced bow flare, a wide flat transom stern and wall sided amidships section contribute to what occurrence?
The ability to shed water very quickly off the decks
Large angles of heel with a large GM
A conventional reefer vessel, on passage to the loading port, should pre-cool the cargo spaces intended for shipment of the refrigerated products. Select from the options given, the one which best completes the following statement. "In general, pre-cooling should commence….
…six hours before arrival at the loading port."
…at anytime prior to arrival as long as the delivery air is at the required carriage temperature."
…on arrival at the loading port to demonstrate that the fans can deliver refrigerated cold air to the cargo spaces."
…about 48 hours before arrival with the temperatures in the cargo spaces stable for the last 24 hours."
The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) covers detailed regulations to prevent various sources of ship generated pollution. Annex I - VI deals with regulations for the prevention/ control of pollution from:
All Harmful Substances we have onboard
Proper Pollution Prevention Training
Harmful Substances in Packaged Form, Sewage, Air Pollution, Garbage, Oil and Noxious Liquid Substances in Bulk
Oil, Noxious Liquid Substances in Bulk, Harmful Substances in Packaged Form, Sewage, Garbage and Ballast Water
The recognised definition of High Voltage equipment is anything that operates at over which of the following levels?
1000Volts ac or 1500Volts dc.
1000Volts ac or 750Volts dc.
On a Container vessel, which of the following is a Flammable Liquid, under the IMDG Code?
Any liquid with a flashpoint above 63 degrees Celsius closed-cup test
Paints, which emit flammable vapours up to and including 60 degrees Celsius closed-cup test
Paints, which emit flammable vapours above 60 degrees Celsius closed-cup test
Any liquid with a flashpoint between 60 degrees Celsius and 70 degrees Celsius closed-cup test
With regard to radar, what would be a correct form of response to the question: What range scale are you using?
The correct form of response would be: "I am using the 12 mile range scale"
The correct form of response would be: "I am using the 3 cm radar"
The correct form of response would be: "I am using the largest range scale"
The correct form of response would be: "I am using the 10 cm radar"
Which of the following has the highest fat content?
What is the letter ‘P’ under the IMDG Code?
What ensures the safe operation of twistlocks?
The spring holding the twistlock cone in the ‘neutral’ position being resilient
The spring holding the twistlock cone in the ‘closed’ position being resilient
The spring in any position of the twistlock cone being stretched to its maximum limit
The spring holding the twistlock cone in the ‘open’ position being resilient
During inspection of the cylinder bore of a high speed diesel engine it is found that the surface of the liner has an extremely smooth and glassy appearance. From the options given select the best action, if any, that should be taken?
With a steel brush, using a vertical motion, deglaze the liner to improve both oil retention and running conditions.
Clean the liner by rubbing with emery cloth using a circular motion to deglaze the liner to improve both oil retention and running conditions.
Use a flexible honing brush to deglaze the liner to a cross hatched plateau finish to improve both oil retention and running conditions.
No action is necessary as a smooth surface helps the piston rings achieve a good gas seal.
Under what circumstances may a watch-keeping engineer undertake other duties?
A watch-keeping engineer may undertake other duties when the ship is at sea and the weather calm
A watch-keeping engineer may undertake other duties when the main propulsion controls are in manual operating mode
A watch-keeping engineer may undertake other duties when the main propulsion system requires constant supervision
A watch-keeping engineer may undertake other duties when he has been properly relieved of his watch-keeping duties
Which would be the most suitable point in the system to obtain a representative of diesel engine lubricating oil for analysis?
From the lubricating system pipeline on the discharge side of the circulating pump.
From the lubricating oil filter drain.
From the lubricating oil cooler drain.
From the lubricating oil purifier outlet.
Which one of the listed requirements regarding portable radio apparatus for survival crafts do not correspond to present regulations?
Transmitter and receiver to be tested with intervals of not more than one month
New equipment shall be as light-weight and compact as practicable
The apparatus shall be capable of being dropped into the water without damage
The apparatus shall be readily portable and watertight
On gas carriers there are two gases we must try to avoid leaking out to the atmosphere, who are those gases?
The two gases Vinyl chloride VCM and Ammonia NH3
The two gases is propane and butane
The two gases is Freon 22 and carbon monoxide
The two gases is carbon monoxide CO and carbon dioxide CO2