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*Monoammonium phosphate used as a dry powder can be effective on:
solid, liquid, gases and metals
The duty engineer of a UMS ship is approached by a member of the ship's staff, seeking permission to hang wet working clothes in the engine room to dry. Should he:
Allow the clothes to be hung over a rail provided there is no electrical equipment directly below
Allow the clothes to be hung over rail next to the warm F.O. service tanks
Allow the clothes to be hung over a rail anywhere
Not allow the clothes to be hung anywhere in the unmanned machinery spaces
On board they want to establish telex-communication via the Inmarsat-set with the ship Appologracht. In the guides the following ID’s are found for the Appologracht: 244320000, 424432010, 424432020, 1300210, 36715. What ID should chosen:
When carring a cargo in a tank which not requires any heating, what should be done with the heating coils prior loading ?
The should be blown completely dry by the use of air or nitrogen.
The coils should be blanked.
The should be blown completely dry by the use of air or nitrogen and then blanked.
The coils should be filled with water and blanked.
A person slowly feel more sleepy and thirsty.The skin and slimhinner become very dry and there is a sweet taste of the breath. The glukose reaction shows positive. What kind of medicine will the person need as soon as possible?
Sugar lump, sugar drink or something sweet.
One of the following areas is NOT a Special Area as mentioned in MARPOL regulations regarding pollution by oil. Which is that area?
The Red Sea and The Gulf of Aden
You are on a vessel 10 nautical miles off the coast of Algerie, in the Mediterranean Sea. Are you allowed to dump food waste overboard?
Yes, all kind of food waste can be dumped overboard
Yes, the food waste can be dumped if it is ground so that the resulting particles can pass through a screen with 50 mm openings
No, food waste can not be dumped overboard
Yes, the food waste can be dumped if it is ground so that the resulting particles can pass through a screen with 25 mm openings
Your vessel is going alongside a pier. Two tugs will assist at the mooring. How would you use the tugs, and at which position?
Pushing on ship-s flat side and make fast in the vessel for pulling if needed
One made fast forward for pulling, one pushing aft
Fast FWD and AFT in center lead
Pushing on ship-s flat side not made fast to be able to move in best position if needed
According to the “Regulation and Restrictions” of the mariphone license, the mariphone:
apart from its position as indicated also be used in other places provided its call sign is at least transmitted once at the start and at the end of each transmission
may only be present at the place, as indicated in the license
may be taken off the ship temporarily, only if suitable measures are taken for the prevention of the use of the mariphone
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
You are proceeding along a narrow channel behind another vessel. You have a higher speed and have signalled your intention to the vessel ahead that you intend to overtake him on his port side. The vessel responds with this sound signal. What does it mean?
That the vessel suggests I overtake on the starboard side instead.
This is a signal intended for another vessel or shore station. It is nothing to do with our vessel.
That the vessel is indicating her agreement with my proposed manoeuvre.
That the vessel does not agree with my proposed manoeuvre.
One water fog applicator is required for each pair of breathing apparatus on board which type of ship?
Passenger ships fitted with car decks
Passenger ships carrying more than 36 passengers
Which of the following is not a principle of heat transfer utilised in a boiler?
You are alongisde to load a cargo of Triethylamine. It will be supplied from shore using an 8-inch flexible hose. When securing this to the ship's manifold (header), how should the connection be made?
With a bolt in every hole in the flange, securely and evenly tightened.
With a bolt in alternate holes, securely and evenly tightened.
With a bolt in alternate holes, securely and evenly tightened, or a minimum of two G-clamps, fitted diagonally across from each other and fully tightened.
Cargo hoses should no longer be connected directly to ship's manifolds for the loading of dangerous chemicals.
What is the purpose of the cylinder head safety valve?
To adjust the cylinder pressure to a safe working pressure.
To relieve excessive high pressure in the cylinder to protect the engine from being damaged.
A valve for safety stop (emergency) of the engine.
For indication of engine being overloaded.
Who is responsible for ensuring your ship completes a security assessment?
Flag State Administration
Recognized Security Organization
Which of the following are designated as "Special Areas" in respect of the control of the discharge of Noxious Liquid Substances under MARPOL?
The Mediterranean Sea, Baltic Sea, Black Sea, Red Sea, "Gulfs" Area, Gulf of Aden, Oman Area of the Arabian Sea, Southern South African Waters, Antarctic and North-West European Waters.
The Wider Caribbean Region including the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea, Southern South African Waters and North-West European Waters.
The Baltic Sea, the Black Sea and Antarctic.
What is the safe time for operating the crankcase door when oil mist alarm is activated and the engine has been stopped?
Where do you find detailed information and specific technical requirements for life-saving appliances?
Life-Saving Apliance Code (LSA Code)
What is the purpose of the "forcing vaporizer"?
To provide gas for burning in the boiler.
For initial heating in the insulating spaces.
Discharge cargo without vapour return from shore.
To displace inert gas from cargo tanks.
What is essential with liquefied gas fires
To isolate the fuel source before extinguishing the flames on a gas fire
To cool down the surroundings and extinguish the fire
To immediately start extinguish the flames with water
What are some of the precautions that must be taken on a bulk carrier, before double - bottom tanks can be ballasted with sea water?
After peak tank and fore peak tank filled first
Correct valves opened, air ventilators open and ballasting plan agreed.
Cargo spaces empty of cargo
All hatch covers secured for sea
Can containers carried on multi-purpose or general cargo ships be lashed with lashing wires and chains?
Yes, if provided for in the vessel’s Cargo Securing Manual (CSM)
Yes, together with dedicated container lashing equipment
Why is it important for hatch coaming compression bars to be maintained in good order?
So that hatch covers remain water tight
So that water can drain out from the hatch coaming drains
So that there is no steel contact between the hatch covers and hatch coaming
So that hatches can be properly sealed
A refrigerated container vessel described as being 'con-air' would most likely maintain perishable products by which of the following means?
By supplying fresh water to the holds for additional cooling of suitable integral units.
Electric power supplied to clip on units which are attached to the reefer containers.
Cold air delivered direct to the containers via a system of ducts.
Electric power supplied direct to the containers via connections on deck and in the holds.
Which regulations cover packaging materials consisting of wooden elements?
The Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage (CSS) Code
The International Maritime Dangerous goods (IMDG) Code
International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM) Code
The United Nations Convention on Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)
Which of the following is a summary of the features of a "controlled tank venting system" as may be found on a chemical tanker?
PV valves are fitted to limit the pressure or vacuum in the tank; no shut-off valves may be fitted either above or below the PV valves; provision may be made to by-pass the PV valves under certain operating conditions; such a system shall consist of a primary and secondary means of allowing full flow of vapour, except that the secondary system may be replaced by pressure sensors fitted within the tank.
The system permits vapour recovery via a collection manifold which may be connected to a shore reception facility.
PV valves are fitted to limit the pressure or vacuum within the tank; the PV valves shall be capable of being isolated or by-passed; the system shall be supplemented by pressure sensors within the cargo tank.
The system is fitted to a tank used for cargoes having a flash point not exceeding 60 degrees Celsius and is fitted with a device to prevent the passage of flame into the cargo tank.
You have just started to load Dicyclopentadiene to 5 port and starboard cargo tanks, but no cargo seems to be coming into the tanks. What will you do?
Stop cargo - notify the Duty Officer and / or the terminal dependng on the agreed communication procedure. Re-check the lines, valves and connections carefully, bearing in mind that there might be a build-up of pressure. Advise as appropriate.
Open the main lid on the tank and use a flashlight to try and see if there is a problem with the pump or line inside.
Carefully slack the bolts back on the connections, working initially on the off-shore mainifold, to determine how far the pressure extends in the ship's pipeline system, to determine which valve is giving the problem.
Re-check all valves. Just say nothing and open it, if one is found closed.
What do you understand by the term "Let Go" when applied to mooring and unmooring?
Let Go means to let seafarers go ashore
Let Go means to slacken a mooring rope
Let Go means to leave the ship
Let Go means to cast off the mooring ropes and wires
The decision to abort a proposed or ongoing ship to ship mooring or cargo transfer operation rests solely with:
The Sen.Off.Deck of the constant direction or anchored vessel which is to discharge the cargo.
The Pilot, if one is present on either ship.
Either of the Sen.Off.Deck if he feels the situation is heading out of control due to bad weather, bad manoeuvring, or for any other reason.
The Sen.Off.Deck of the manoeuvring or offtake vessel.
What is mean by bulk Grain cargoes have a low angle of repose?
Likely to produce toxic gas
Which of the following detectors would you choose for measuring the torque of a steel shaft?
This graphical symbol is a logic gate. Which gate?
Continuity testing of a delta connected three phase induction motor yields the following results; U-V =3 ohms, V-W =3 ohms, W-U =6 ohms.Which of the following is the likely condition?
Short circuit winding between W and U
Open circuit winding between W and U
Short circuit between V and Earth
Partial fault between W and U
A piston rod retaining nut needs to be tightened during maintenance on the main engine. Which of the given methods should be used to ensure it does not come loose in service?
Tighten it 10% more than the manufacturer's recommendation using a torque wrench.
Tighten it to the manufacturer's recommendations using a torque wrench.
Tighten it as tight as possible using a spanner and extension pipe.
Tighten it as tight as possible using a flogging spanner and a hammer.
What is the purpose of the flame scanner or 'magic eye' fitted to the burner unit of oil or gas fired steam boilers?
To check the colour of the flame.
To control the combustion air supply to the boiler.
To check that the flame is present during start up or normal operation of the burner; if not then fuel is shut off automatically.
To check the colour of the exhaust gas from the furnace.
If the high PPM alarm is actuated on an automatic O.W.S. What should happen?
Overboard discharge is stopped.
Overboard discharge continues.
The oil outlet valve opens.
What is the purpose of Material Safety Data Sheets?
To provide all personnel including emergency personnel with procedures for handling or working with that substance in a safe manner
To provide personnel in deck- and engine department with procedures for handling or working with that substance in a safe manner
To provide the safety officer with procedures for handling or working with that substance in a safe manner
To determine if the substance is flammable or not
How will you act if you are helmsman and the OOW (officer on watch) gives you the order: ”Nothing to port”
Let the ship turn to starboard
Don’t let the ship turn to port
Alter course to starboard
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?
How many hours before departure should the ship's steering gear be checked and tested?
Your vessel has a controllable pitch propeller. The engine can be started when the propeller pitch is:
You have been tank-cleaning at sea and are about to arrive in port and go alongside the terminal for loading several grades of chemicals. Many of the lines (headers) have been open for drying and inspection, but will not be required for this particular operation. What should you do with them?
Fit and secure a blank flange to every line that is not required.
Leave the blank flanges off, but hang a label over each line that will not be required, stating "not to be used this port".
Leave the lines open, but tie-off (or otherwise secure) the manifold valves so that they can not be operated by accident.
Leave the lines open to prevent condensation building up inside.
Select the option which best completes the following statement. "When carrying out repairs to damaged hatch gratings it is best to use…
…galvanised crosshead screws."
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 is the purpose of a hatch cover ventilator grill on a General Cargo vessel?
To act as a strength member inside the ventilation shaft
To prevent the ventilator fans from damage
To prevent moisture from entering the hold
To prevent sparks entering the cargo hold
Inert gas drawn from an in-line unit in the main or auxiliary boiler exhaust cannot normally be used in a chemical tanker carrying high-spec products. Why is this?
Because MARPOL severely restricts the cleaning to sea of tanks that have been inerted in this way, unless additional prewashing has first been carried out. This results in the generation of slops which reduce cargo carrying capacity and incurs disposal costs.
Because the gas drawn from such a source cannot be guaranteed to be below the Lower Explosive Limit.
Because the levels of hydrocarbons and suspended soot particles will have a significant negative impact on cargo quality and tank cleanliness.
Because connection between boiler exhaust systems and cargo containment arrangements is forbidden under the IBC Code.
How many lifejackets are required in a passenger cabin?
Same number as beds in the cabin
Non, they will be handed out at the muster station
Twice the number of beds in the cabin
On oil tankers, what is generally used to control the safety of the atmosphere in the cargo tanks?
How many rescue boats should be provided on passenger ships of 500 gross tons and above?
Two, one on each side of the ship
Two, and at least one of the rescue boats shall be a Fast Rescue Boat
In some reefer trades cargoes of chilled horse meat carcasses are stowed hanging from deckhead rails in refrigerated locker spaces. What position should the centre of gravity be assumed to be at when carrying out the stability calculations for a vessel with such a stow?
At the mid-height of the hanging carcasses.
At the deckhead of the lockers.
At the point indicated for the lockers in the approved stability handbook.
At the point indicated for the lockers in the approved stability handbook with an arbitrary adjustment to take account of the centre of mass of the hanging carcasses.
Fluid-driven eductors (as commonly found on crude oil tankers), operate on a principle known as Bernoulli's principle. What does that state?
The increase in pressure at the eductor inlet is inversely proportional to the decrease in pressure as measured at the discharge orifice.
The volume of a fluid increases as the pressure in it decreases.
The discharge rate is inversely proportional to the pressure applied in the drive inlet.
The speed of a moving fluid increases as the pressure in the fluid decreases.
What is the definition of "pour point"?
The lowest temperature at which petroleum oil will remain fluid.
The unrestricted fall of liquid into a tank.
The time it takes for tank contents to stop moving.
The highest temperature at which a petroleum oil will remain fluid.
What is the minimum permissible distance measured horizontally between the ship's shell plating and the outer side bulkhead of the first cargo compartment on a type II chemical tanker?
Not less than moulded breadth / 5.
Not less than moulded breadth / 15.
By what means can we monitor and control the integrity of the hull?
The chief officer is responsible for monitoring the integrity of the hull and superstructure at all times
Documented operating procedures
Automatic detection systems, television surveillance and patrolling
Let experienced personnel close and secure doors and ramps
With regard to the IMDG Code what do Calcium Oxide (UN No. 1910), Magnetized Material (UN No. 2807), Sodium Aluminate (UN No. 2812) and Battery Powered Equipment (UN No. 3171) have in common?
They are listed as Corrosive Substances - IMDG Class 8
They are not listed in the IMDG Code
Due to their characteristics they may be shipped in open top containers
They are not subject to the provisions of the IMDG Code but may be subject to provisions governing the transport of dangerous goods by other modes
In a smoke filled alleyway where will the cleanest air be found, and how should you proceed out?
Sit and wait for the rescue party.
It will be the same in all parts, therefore I would just leave as quickly as possible.
Near to the deck, crawl out keeping your face as near to the deck as possible.
Towards the upper part, stand as tall as possible and walk out.
When would you not expect large roll amplitudes on a Panamax container ship?
When the ship is experiencing near head seas.
When the ship is experiencing seas 45? on the bow.
When the ship is running before the seas
When the ship is experiencing beam seas
A General cargo vessel is due to resume loading at 0700 Local Time; start of operations is delayed due to hatch covers not being opened until 0800; what are the implications of this delay to the ships?
The charterers will be responsible for any additional costs
The shipper will bear the costs involved
A delay of this type is not important
Additional costs due to delay may be to ships account
A ship is navigating in the Caribbean in August when it receives the warning of a Hurricane. To determine the centre of the storm the Master uses "Buys Ballot's Law" and faces the wind. On what side of the Master would the low pressure area be located?
This is not a suitable method to use with a Hurricane.
"What do crew, visitors and contractors all have in common?"
They’re all employees of the ship.
They’re all onboard the ship for the duration of its voyage.
They all have opportunity to smuggle drugs.
They’re all trained in ship emergency procedures.
In the event of an accidental or other exceptional discharge into the sea of a Noxious Liquid Substance or mixture containing such a substance, an entry shall be made in the Cargo record Book. What details must be recorded?
Position at start of accidental discharge; Position at stop of accidental discharge; time at start of accidental discharge; time at stop of accidental discharge; reason for accidental discharge; name of Person in Charge of operation at time of accidental discharge.
Date of occurrence; position (latitute and longitude); estimated quantity; Category (ies); extract from Log Book detailing the incident.
Time of occurrence; Approximate quantity, substance(s) and Category(ies); Circumstances of discharge or escape and general remarks.
Date of occurrence; Time of Occurrence; Name of Responsible Person; Name of Master; Statement of Responsible Person; Statement of Master; Approximate quantity of product discharged; Category of product discharged; identity of nearest sovereign State and Authority of that State contacted with applicable report reference.
What is the meaning of TLV and what unit do we use on it?
TLV is the threshold limit value and the unit is ppm - parts per million.
TLV is the total level value and the unit is ppm - parts pr million.
TLV is the technical limit value and the unit is ppm - parts per million.
TLV is the threshold limit value and the unit is litre.
What criteria are used to assess a bulk carrier’s Fatigue Strength?
The option of alternate hold loading
The ship’s deadweight at the summer loadline
Midship section scantlings
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
The Reid Vapour Pressure (RVP) test is a simple and commonly used method for measuring which of the following characteristics of an oil cargo?
The nominal vapour pressure of the liquid at 38.7 degrees C.
The actual vapour pressure of the liquid at 15.6 degrees C.
The uncorrected vapour pressure of the liquid at 59 degrees C.
The absolute vapour pressure of the liquid at 37.8 degrees C.
What is the punishment for a master or any other person in authority on board a ship if he or she treats a person carried on the ship in an improper manner or fails to prevent his being so treated by other persons onboard?
Shall bi liable to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 9 months.
Shall bi liable to fines.
Shall bi liable to fines or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 6 months.
Shall bi liable to fines or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 12 months.
The Declaration of Security:
Details a ship’s security measures.
States the reporting procedures to government contact points.
Identifies the security responsibilities of shipboard personnel.
Addresses the security requirements shared between ships or between a port facility and a ship.
Where will you find the Dangerous Goods List?
In chapter 3.6 of the IMDG Code volume 2
In chapter 3.2 of the IMDG Code volume 2
In the Cargo Securing Manual
What should be done to the bilge spaces in a cargo hold of a bulk carrier, after cleaning and testing?
Drain plate over bilge to be fitted and then covered with burlap
Seal bilge space completely
Bilge space to be left open
The sign on the image indicates:
Location of immersion suit(s)
Location of boiler suit(s)
You should wear warm clothes in this area
You should wear immersion suit when working in this area
What action should be taken if the boiler water tests show that the pH-value in the boiler water is slightly over 11.5?
Blowdown the boiler and Increase the dosage of boiler water treatment chemicals.
No action is required this is the normal level.
Raise the boiler water level above normal to dilute the contents.
Blowdown the boiler and decrease the dosage of boiler water treatment chemicals.
Why do we have longtitudal bulkhead in a prismatic cargo tank
To reduce the free surface ”sloshing” on the cargo
To control the list of the ship
To load two grades of cargo in one tank
To increase the transverse strength of the cargo tank
Which of these will not physically damage a bulk carriers’ plating, frames and brackets?
If drugs are discovered onboard your ship….
Ensure the witness to the discovery signs your incident report.
Write a report a few days after the event and
On a conventional reefer vessel the 'tween decks and lower hold are provided with scuppers leading into the hold bilges. The scuppers normally designed with a U-bend or non-return bend. Complete the following statement from the options given. "Prior to loading a cargo of hard frozen products the U-bend should be…
…filled with clean fresh water."
…filled with clean sea water."
On a conventional reefer vessel carrying palletised cargo, dunnage bags (air bags) are used to prevent the pallets from moving during bad weather. Assuming that the air bags are correctly positioned and inflated, select, from the options given, the other important function provided by these bags
They will help to achieve a good stowage factor.
They will prevent short circuiting of the cold air.
They will prevent chafing between the pallets
They will protect the ships structure.
Indicate the correct name for the part marked on the sketch:
After discharge of a bulk cargo by grabs, tank tops and lower hopper side plating must be checked for ?
Damage and possible leaks
What does the 1 Engineer want to have done?
He wants the feed water tank cleaned
He wants the feed water tank inspected
He wants the heating coils inspected
He wants the Fitter to Check the CO 2 equipment
What is the room often called where the crew eat their meals?
With reference to the text in the frame: what is stated as a threat to lives at sea and the marine environment?
There is no immediate threat to the crew or environment
All old or new ships which are badly managed ships.
All ships aged between twenty and thirty years old.
Bad management and poorly maintained older ships.
The ship is en route. When may passengers visit the bridge?
Passengers are not allowed to visit the bridge while the ship is en route
When the weather is nice and the sea is calm
During daytime if the traffic is smooth
For what purpose do we have deck water spray on gas carriers?
There isn’t any deck water spray on gas carriers
The purpose of the deck water spray is to cool deck if fire and to be used for washing deck
All ships carrying flammable cargoes must have deck water spray to flush cargo spill overboard and cool cargo area if fire
The purpose of the deck water spray is to flush cargo spill overboard
What stability precautions should be taken when loading heavy cargo on a conventional general cargo vessel?
There would be no specific stability problems with a heavy cargo, because the ship would be down to her marks before the spaces were full.
Stow the cargo in the lower hold and keep the Centre of Gravity low and have a large positive GM
Stow some of the cargo in the Tween deck space to raise the Centre of gravity and reduce the effective GM
The lashings should be adequate for the weight of the cargo
What is the required number of temperature indicating devices in cargo tanks?
At least two devices in each tank.
There is no requirement to number of devices.
At least three devices in each tank. One placed at the bottom of the tank, one in the middle of the tank and one near the top of the tank.
When loading a static accumulator oil, which of the following is a standard precaution applied to eliminate the risk of explosion through electrostatic charge in the tank?
No metallic sampling devices over 2 litres capacity should be permitted on the cargo deck at any time, unless thoroughly cleaned beforehand with soapy water
No metallic devices, such as those used for gauging and sampling, should be introduced into the tank during loading and for 30 minutes after completion of loading
No rubber containers over 1 litre capacity, such as those used for sampling, should be introduced into the tank between completion of loading and for 10 minutes after that time
No plastic, or plastic coated devices, such as those used for sampling or gauging, should be introduced into the tank unless bonded, at any time
Most perishable cargoes are presented for shipment pre-cooled to the correct carriage temperature. If the cargo is not pre-cooled or has warmed up due to the cold chain being broken it can result in increased metabolic rates. Which of the given options would be the most difficult to deal with if such a situation occurred during a sea passage?
The water produced by the cargo.
The heat produced by the cargo.
The carbon dioxide produced by the cargo.
The trace gases produced by the cargo.
What does MARPOL 73/78 require in respect of the contents of lines and pumps on an oil tanker at the completion of discharge?
That they be drained directly (and only) to shore.
That they be cleared to shore by the use of compressed air.
That agreement be reached at the pre-cargo conference as to whether the ship or shore facility are to receive the "unpumpable product remaining in lines and pumps" and the appropriate side then clear the lines to the other by any appropriate means.
That they be drained and then pumped either ashore, or to a cargo tank or slop tank on board.
The wooden hatch gratings (Warkhaus boards) use on the deck of some conventional reefer vessels can become badly damaged during cargo operations, particularly when forklift trucks are being used. Which one of the actions given in the options is the most appropriate to take when considering repairs to these gratings?
Cut a new board into small pieces to repair as many damaged boards as possible.
Use heavy plywood or strong timber to make the repairs.
Use a whole new board whenever possible to achieve the greatest strength.
Use boards that have been previously removed and repaired.