Der Test besteht aus zufälligen Fragen zu einem ausgewählten Thema.
How many rocket parachute flares are carried in each lifeboat?
*What are the main components of the atmospherical air?
O2: 75% N2: 10% H2O: 5% CO2: 5%, Rare gases: traces
O2: 21% N2: 72% H2O: 5% CO2: 2% Rare gases: traces
O2: 21% N2: 78% H2O: traces CO2: traces, Rare gases: traces
O2: 50% N2: 50% H2O: traces CO2: traces Rare gases: traces
A class D fire involves what type of material?
Wood or other carbonaceous material
*What is the minimum capacity of a ventilation system protecting cargo spaces, other than special category spaces, intended for carriage of motor vehicles with fuel in their thanks for their own propulsion in a ship carrying no more than 36 passengers or in a cargo ship?
Where is the International Shorecoupling to be stored?
Together with the cargohoses
Easy accessible by the gangway
Fuel oil from a leaking fuel pipe has been collected in a drip tray under the boiler furnace.The oil is suddenly ignited by a backflash from the boiler burner.The boiler room is manned and the person present has the choice of various extinguishers. The fire is purely a surface fire. What would be the preferable extinguisher?
Any of the mentioned alternatives
*May an engine room be only protected by a fixed low expansion foam fire-extinguishing system?
Yes, if the "engine room" is considered as a machinery space of category A
It depends on the type of vessel
Water is the extinguishing agent which is the most widely employed and its action as an extinguishing agent is due to a combination of the following phenomena:
Cooling, inhibition and dispersion
Smothering and inhibition
Cooling, smothering and dispersion
Smothering and dispersion
If circumstances permit, how should low expansion foam be applied to oil burning in the bulkhead of the engine room?
The foam should be applied to the centre of the fire.
The foam should be aimed at about 45 degrees upwards so that it can drop onto the fire
The applicator should be used in a sweeping motion to spread the foam over the surface.
The foam should be aimed at the bulkhead behind the fire and allowed to spread out slowly over the fire.
Fuel oil from a leaking fuel pipe has been collected in a drip tray under the boiler furnace. The oil is suddenly ignited by a backflash from the boiler burner. You are in the boiler room and you may chose among various extinguishers. Which one can you use?
Any of the mentioned extinguishers
Give the command after ga+ for the transmission of a ‘store and forward’ –message withradio-telex:
The letter ‘X’ in the answer-back 36572 LIBK X means:
This vessel has more telex-numbers
This concerns a mobile station
The position of the vessel is not known
A « MRCC » is :
The master of a merchant ship who coordinates on scene search and rescue operations
The master of a SAR unit which coordinates on scene search and rescue operations
A SAR coordinating centre
You have an important navigational or meteorological message to transmit. What call should proceed this message when made on the radio telephone?
Securite Securite (3 times)
Abdominal Thrust is the name on a technique which involves applying a series of thrusts to the upper abdomen in an attempt to force air out of a choking casualty's lungs. How to perform this technique?
Remove the obstruction and restore normal breathing.
Lay casualty on a hard surface, e.g. deck, and press firmly and rapidly on the middle of the lower half of the breast bone.
Stand behind the casualty. Clench your fist with the tumb inwards in the center of upper abdomen. Grasp your fist with your other hand and pull quickly inwards.
Let the casualty grab a list and hang up right down for a period of minimum 5 minutes.
Which of the following Meridian figures is correct? Approx. Pos: N30°00' W15°00'. Declination: 15°00'S.
Give the meaning of the following symbol
Secondary means of escape
Give the meaning of the following symbol
What is the most favorable heading of own vessel when launching a lifeboat / MOB?
Vessel steering with sea / weather astern.
Vessel have weather / sea abeam.
Vessel laying still in the water.
Vessel steering a few degrees off weather / sea (approx 30 degree).
What shape of hull would you say a course unstable ship would have?
A ship with a length to beam ratio greater than 5.5
A ship with a length to beam ratio less than 5.5
A ship with a long, slim hull.
A ship with a length to beam ratio less than 7
Which of the following has not to be noted in the radio log-book
Duration of public correspondence communications
Name of person responsible for distress communications
Discontinuance and resumption of watchkeeping on entering and leaving port
Summary of distress, urgency and safety communications
Give the meaning of the following symbol:
muster station to liferaft
Give the meaning of the following symbol:
Which of the following requirements regarding life-buoys do NOT correspond to present regulations? (SOLAS III/7.1)
Not less than half the total number of lifebuoys shall be provided with self-igniting lights
All life-buoys shall be placed in holders with quick-release arrangement
at least one life-buoy on each side of the ship shall be fitted with a buoyant lifeline
At least one lifebouy shall be placed within the vicinity of the stern
Which among the following list is particularly required for a totally enclosed lifeboat ?
handrails inside for persons moving to their seats
safety belts to be designed to hold a person of 100 kg securely in place with the lifeboat in a capsized position
windows on both sides can be closed watertight and opened for ventilation
self-bailing arrangements
Which item among those below is included in the normal equipment of every lifeboat ?
a first-aid outfit in a waterproof case
one immersion suit for each person
sea-charts and navigating equipment
Give the meaning of the following symbol
Survival craft portable radio
Survival craft distress pyrotechnic signals
The Muster List shall show the duties assigned to members of the crew. Which of the following duties shall be included according to present regulations?
Preparation of immersion suits for passengers.
Manning of fire parties assigned to deal with fires.
Operation of the vessel's propulsion system.
Special duties assigned with respect to the use of pyrotechnics
On board cargo ships an abandon ship drill must be performed for all the crew
During test and/or maintenance work of the CO2 system affecting the release system, precautions to ensure that the gas is not released into the engine room due to a mistake are to be ensured. What precautions should be taken?
No special precautions necessary.
Arrange a watchman in the CO2 central.
Check the main valve for a potential leakage.
The main supply line to be blanked off prior to the work.
The training manual shall contain instructions and information in easily understood terms and illustrated wherever possible. Which of the following objects do not have to be explained in detail in the manual according to present regulations?
Muster of assigned stations
Donning of lifejackets and immersion suits
Boarding, launching and clearing of the survival crafts and rescue boats
Donning of fire protection clothing
Anyone of the crew who is assigned to watch duties in ports has a number of important tasks to carry out. Which one of the listed tasks has to be included in the watchman's duties?
Checking the trim of the vessel.
Checking the moorings for tightness/slack.
Checking the number of persons entering/leaving the vessel.
Checking the safe and secure handling of cargo.
The ship is involved in a collision, what is the immediate action by the Officer of the Watch after the incident has taken place?
Call the Master and check the position for any immediate dangers.
Stop engines and check over the side for any signs of pollution.
Sound the General Alarm and stop engines.
Contact the other ship and send the bridge lookout down to start taking soundings
Signals are often used by aircraft engaged in search and rescue operations to direct ships towards a casualty. This aircraft flies across your stern, rocking his wings. What is the meaning of the signal?
The aircraft is telling me he does not understand my last message.
The assistance of your vessel is no longer required.
This is part of a sequence of manoeuvres by which the aircraft will indicate a direction for my vessel to proceed in.
The aircraft is telling me he is preparing to drop supplies or personnel in the water.
To conform with "best practise", can you drive a crane and stand-by for a colleague who has entered a cargo tank at the same time?
Normally no, but if we are in a hurry to get lots of jobs done before entering port and the Chief Mate know about it, then it is alright to do so.
Yes, if I have radio contact with the man inside the tank.
You have just been handed six sample bottles by the cargo surveyor, containing Nitric Acid drawn from a cargo just loaded on your ship. How will you move them to the sample locker, prior to storage?
I will carry as many as I can in my arms in one go, but ensure first that I put on a pair of chemical-proof gloves.
I will instruct the cargo surveyor that he must deliver the samples to the locker himself.
I will obtain a plastic carrier bag, put the bottles inside and take them to the locker as quickly as possible.
I will place them into a proper container with a handle, such as a sample carrier or a strong bucket. When I move them, I will ensure that I am focused on this task alone.
What is the purpose of the deck water seal on the deck of an oil tanker?
To prevent the passage of petroleum gases back to the machinery spaces.
To automatically compensate for temporary fluctuations in inert gas pressure within the cargo spaces.
To provide a second washing cycle to inert gas.
To automatically adjust the inert gas flow.
Ordinary thyristors (SCR) must often be protected against reverse overvoltage transients because even over-voltages of extremely short duration can destroy them. These circuits have been given such over-voltage protection, but only one of them is correct. Which?
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 do the shapes that this vessel is displaying tell us about here?
That she is restricted in her ability to manoeuvre and making way through the water. She is seen head-on, but we do not know her length.
That she is engaged in towing, but we do not know her length, or the length of her tow.
That she is not under command, but is still making way through the water. She is seen head-on, but we do not know her length, although it is probably over 50 metres.
That she is not under command and not making way through the water. She is seen head-on, but we do not know her length.
A heavy metal concentrate bulk cargo has a moisture content of 16 and a transportable moisture limit of 18, what should the Master do?
Request additional moisture tests to be done
Seek advice from charterers and owners
Refuse to load the cargo as the moisture content is outside acceptable limits
Load the cargo as the moisture content is within acceptable limits
The stowage factor of a consignment of car parts is given by shippers as 3.00 cubic metres/metric tonne; what space will be required to load 100 tonnes of this type of cargo on a General Cargo Vessel?
On a RoRo vessel, what must be considered when planning the loading of ro-ro cargoes on ramps?
SWL and loading limit of the ramp and Minimum clearances for the operation of ramp doors
The extent of lashings due to the ramp slope
On the figure 4 possible definitions of the term "FREEBOARD" are given. Which one is the correct one?
Freeboard is given by A on the figure
Freeboard is given by C on the figure
Freeboard is given by D on the figure
Freeboard is given by B on the figure
How could you calculate the Stowage Factor of a cargo commodity after loading in a General Cargo vessel?
By dividing the volume of the space used by the tonnage of the commodity loaded
By dividing the gross tonnage of the space by the area of the commodity
By dividing the area of the space by the tonnage of the commodity
By dividing the gross tonnage of the space by the volume of the commodity
The Master arrives on the bridge obviously under the influence of alcohol and states he is taking over the "con" of the ship. What actions should the Officer of the Watch (OOW) take in this situation?
Tell the Master you do not think this is a good idea and retain control of the watch.
Watch the actions made by the Master and if not dangerous, wait until the Master becomes more capable to take control or leaves the bridge
Tell the Master you consider him incapable of taking over the responsibility of the watch and that he should retire to his cabin and sleep it off.
Attempt to diplomatically avoid taking any actions that would put the ship or crew into danger and call the Chief Officer for assistance.
What is the main purpose of routine testing of cooling water?
To ensure that the proper residuals of treatment chemicals, as specified, are maintained at all times
To detect dissolved oxygen in the water
To measure the pH - value of the water
To detect presence of contaminants in the water
What special equipment can often provide assistance in locating a man overboard and in the water?
A sectored search pattern
What does the Captain mean?
Set the engine to dead slow ahead, and change the course 10 degrees to port
There is a dead slow in front of the ship, 10 degrees to port
Set the engine to dead slow, and set the rudder angle at 10 degrees to port
There is a dead slow in port number 10
What do you understand by: Let go the tug?
Let go the tug means: to tell the tug master to go away
Let go the tug means: to cast off the lines that secure the tug to the ship
Let go the tug means: to cut the lines secuing the tug to the ship
Let go the tug means: to take no notice of the tug
A spare cylinder head for the generator needs to be lifted from its storage cradle to the generator flat. Because of its location the engine room crane cannot be positioned directly above it. What method should be used to bring the cylinder head into position?
Attach the crane hook to the lifting gear for the cylinder head and drag it across the deck until it is directly under the crane.
Use crow bars to lever the cylinder cover across the deck until it is in position below the crane.
Use a block and tackle to drag the head across to a position beneath the crane.
Rig chain blocks to lift the cylinder head from its cradle and then transfer it gradually over to the crane hook by working the chain blocks.
It has been shown that the controlled release of oil is effective in reducing the effects of the sea, making it possible for a rescue craft to approach survivors in the water. How many square metres does the IAMSAR Manual suggest may be calmed by releasing 200 litres of lubricating oil slowly through a rubber hose with the outlet maintained just above the surface while the ship proceeds at slow speed?
Approx 50,000 square metres.
Approx 5,000 square metres.
Approx 500 square metres.
You enter a High Voltage switch room and find a person apparently unconscious. Which of the following should be done?
Check if the victim is in contact with live parts and if not apply first aid.
Raise alarm, identify means of isolation and apply before approaching victim.
Trip all breakers and approach victim.
Raise alarm then drag the victim clear so that they cannot reach live parts while receiving aid.
What is the main purpose of the superheater vent valve on a high pressure steam boiler?
To remove air from the superheater.
To contol the superheater pressure during operation.
To remove water from the superheater.
To ensure a flow of steam through the superheater when raising steam pressure or when the boiler is not on-line.
A vehicle of length 4.85m; width 1.55m; weight 3200 kg. is to be loaded with a door-to-door clearance of 12cm and bumper-to-bumper clearance of 30cm. What would be its uniform load density?
As ships get older which hatch covers need special attention when battening down for sea passage?
The aftermost hatch covers
The midships hatch covers
The foremost hatch covers
Hatch covers abaft the accommodation
How many hours before departure should the ship's steering gear be checked and tested?
What is the meaning of "stand by"?
That you shall stand very close to the engineer officer.
That you shall keep on with your work.
That the watch keeping personnel shall be ready for starting or manoeuvring the main engine.
That you are properly relieved from your duties.
What is very important to do when starting to crude oil wash?
To fill up the lines slowly.
To build up pressure first.
Stop discharging and then start the whole operation slowly.
The operation of a diesel engine is controlled by a mechanical-hydraulic, compensated speed sensing governor. How will the governor control be affected if the compensation needle valve is closed in and the engine load changes?
The governor will hunt resulting in erratic engine speed control.
Engine speed control will be sluggish.
A change in load will not affect a speed sensing governor.
Altering the compensation needle valve has no effect on speed control.
The maximum current that a 15 Volt, 3 Watt Zenerdiode can handle without damage is
Who is responsible for supervising stevedores during cargo operations?
The ship's crew are supervising the stevedores loading a non-palletized, break bulk cargo of fruit packed in cartons onto a conventional reefer vessel. Select the best type of stow to achieve good carriage conditions for the cargo from the options given.
A very loose stow leaving large gaps between the cartons for the cold air to circulate between them.
A loose stow leaving small gaps between the cartons for the cold air to circulate between them.
A very tight stow where the last few cartons are forced into existing rows to prevent any movement.
A tight stow leaving no space between the cartons so that the cold air is forced through the fruit in the cartons.
What precaution should be taken when painting on car decks during cargo operations?
There must be an established means of communication between crew members and the duty officer
Spray paint guns must not be used
Cargo hold fan inlets must be closed near the paint area
Permission must be obtained from the harbour authority
Why is it important to check the ullages of the cargo tanks and sound double-bottom tanks at regular and frequent intervals during an oil tanker's loaded passage?
Such a procedure will indicate if there are any internal or hull leakages
Such a procedure will indicate if there is a build-up of pressure and the failure of any part of the venting system.
Because it is a requirement and the vessel can demonstrate complaince during an audit.
Such a procedure will confirm the correct function of the cargo calculator by referencing volume against temperature.
When you are calibrating an instrument what is the most common first step in the procedure (consult the manual)
Adjustment of Zero-point and span
A range of dangerous goods are to be loaded on a General Cargo Vessel; the segregation requirements of the cargo are given in which publication?
The Cargo Securing manual
The IMO International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code
During maintenance work on a main diesel engine the fuel injection valve is found to be jammed in the pocket in the cylinder cover. Which of the procedures given in the options should be followed in order to complete the work?
With the fuel injection valve retaining nuts removed admit compressed air into the engine cylinder to try and blow the injection valve out of the pocket.
Replace the complete cylinder cover with a spare unit and land the cover with the jammed valve ashore for repair in a specialist workshop.
Remove the cylinder cover and try and drive the injection valve out of the pocket from the underside with a hammer and punch.
Wedge a bar between the piston top and the bottom of the injector and use the turning gear to force the injection valve out.
A crew member is seen to collapse on entering a cargo hold of a bulk carrier; what action should be taken?
A full emergency must be declared
Crewman to be assisted out of hold
The engine RPM drops because of:
Fuel oil pipes or filters are clogged.
High lubricating oil temperature.
What is a safe angle between a cargo lashing and eye plate?
In terms of an oil tanker fitted with two slop tanks, how are they commonly referred to?
Slop tank (cycle A) and slop tank (cycle B)
Slop tank (settling) and slop tank (decanting)
Primary slop tank and secondary slop tank
Nominal slop tank and back-up slop tank
What advice would a harbour pilot give the Master?
A harbour pilot would advise the Master to have the steering gear tested
A harbour pilot would advise the Master to single up to one line and back spring, fore and aft
A harbour pilot would advise the Master to request port control for permission to leave the berth
A harbour pilot would advise the Master to ensure that the crew is on stand-by
What should be continuously monitored when carrying DRI cargoes?
Integrity of the inert gas blanket
What is the maximum design working pressure for an Independent Type A cargo tank as may be used for the cargo containment system of a fully refrigerated LPG/Ammonia carrier?
What does ODME mean?
Oil Detecting - Master Evaluating.
Oil Discover Measure Equipment.
Over board Detecting Measure Equipment.
Oil Discharge Monitoring Equipment.
On the diagram, which letter indicates what is meant by the word "DRAUGHT" of the ship?
Draught is indicated by B, in the figure
Draught is indicated by A, in the figure
Draught is indicated by C, in the figure
Draught is indicated by D, in the figure
What is the purpose of the "Spray Line" as fitted in the cargo system of an LNG carrier?
It is used for cooling down the cargo lines and cargo tanks prior to cargo operation.
It is used for cooling down the inter-barrier spaces.
It is used for cooling down the void spaces and cofferdams.
It is used to flush the deck in case of cargo overflow.
How many separate means of escape from passengers and crew spaces should it be in each zone?
What do you understand by the term “Risk Assessment”, and how would this be carried out on board?
States than when work has a degree of risk that the work is not carried out
Requires a great deal of preparation and involves recording everything on paper
Identify the hazards, quantify the risks, put control measures in place, monitor the work activity and review
Identify the hazards and specify the personal protective equipment that would be required to complete the work
Why is it necessary to use the vacuum pump after major overhaul of the reefer system?
In order to reduce the pressure in the system before start-up.
To evacuate air and water out of the system in order to prevent problem during operation.
To make underpressure in the reefer system in order to get the freon liquid easy back to the system.
With regard to fire hose boxes and/or fire hydrants, what must be ensured upon completion of cargo loading operations on a General Cargo vessel?
Fire hydrants must be accessible at all times
Fire hose boxes must be lashed so as to prevent accidental opening
Fire hose boxes must be accessible at all times
Fire hose boxes and fire hydrants must be accessible at all times
Where shall you be able to activate the ship security alert system on board passenger ships?
From the navigation bridge and in at least one other location
Captain's- and Chief Officer's office
In the Beaufort Scale of Wind Force, what is the Beaufort number associated with the wind force known as a "Gale"? This should not be confused with a "Near Gale" or "Strong Gale"
What should you do in case of any fire breaks out?
Ask passengers to assist you with fire-fighting
Fight the fire and report to the bridge when you have extinguished it
Alert the bridge, Rescue human life, Extinguish if possible by use of available fire fighting-fighting appliances, Secure the area/ damage control
The space between the cargo tank liquid dome and dome cover for an LNG carrier is maintained inerted, usually using nitrogen. What is the maximum allowable O2 content of the nitrogen used for this purpose?
If the general alarm is sounding and evacuation of the ship is required. What is the best way to ensure that all passengers are aware of the situation?
Crew with designated emergency duties should proceed to the muster station to count all passengers in his section. If somebody is missing, report to their superior.
Use Public Address system to inform the passengers. Inform all passengers to report to designated area for head count.
Inform the passengers through Public Address system. Crew with designated emergency duties should proceed to their cabin section and search all cabins. Guide and evacuate passengers. If the area is inaccessible report to their superior or the bridge.
Alarm signal and Public Address system will be effectively, including head count at muster point.
At what latest time shall doors, side scuttles, gangway doors, cargo- and coaling ports and other openings which are to be kept closed watertight at sea be closed at the start of the voyage?
Before entering open waters
Before leaving the pilot station
Read the text in the frame before answering the question: What are the most severe challenges to the shipping industry today?
The debate has concentrated on safety at sea and the wrecks of bulk carriers.
The focal points of the debate are the shortage of seafarers and the lack of proper self-discipline.
The main problems are the aging world fleet and old ships.
The challenges are mainly restricted to the fact that shipping in general does not get a good press.
What is the main reason for using big bulk carriers?
To achieve an expedient combination of speed and service
To transport cargoes in large volumes
To be able to discharge one kind of cargo in one port only
To support the main trend towards bigger ships