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Among working conditions listed below which one is required for every propulsion engine of lifeboats?
Propeller permanently driven by the engine
For a period of at least 72 hours
Self-starting and launch procedure simultaneous
Sufficient fuel to run at 6 knots for a period of at least 24 hours
Which one of the listed requirements regarding the launching and recovery arrangements for survival crafts corresponds to present SOLAS regulations?
Launching and recovery arrangements shall be such that the operator at all times can observe the survival craft and lifeboats.
Means shall be available to prevent any discharge of water on to survival crafts during abandonment.
Each lifeboat shall be provided with separate appliances which is capable of launching and recovering the lifeboat.
Different type of launching and recovery arrangements shall be used for similar survival crafts on board the ship.
A rocket parachute flare reaches an altitude of
Give the meaning of the following symbol
Survival craft distress pyrotechnic signals
Radio signal emitting parachute flare
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
On a RoRo vessel, if the Manufacturer and shipper of a vehicle have not provided instructions and the vehicle does not have fixed lasing points what can be used to secure the lashings
The wheel apertures, or other suitable fixed point on the vehicle
In discussing the properties of chemical cargoes, what is the "Odor Threshold" of a product?
The smallest concentration, expressed in parts per million by volume in air, that can be detected by smell by most people.
The maximum concentration of a vapour that can be tolerated without permanent damage to the nasalmembranes.
The temperature at which the vapour pressure a substance is greater than the prevailing atmospheric pressure and vapour is then released into the environment.
The average concentration of a substance to which a worker may be repeatedly exposed for a normal 8 hour working day, 40 days a week, without adverse health effects.
When stripping a tank, if excessive air is allowed to be drawn into the suction line, which of the following may occur?
Control of the operation will be lost and the tank will rapidly empty.
The pump will "race" and there will be a loss of suction.
The cargo pump impeller will stop rotating.
The back pressure will increase.
What is the function of an OSC (OPA-90)
On the Scene Co-ordinator
Asthma is a distressing condition in which the muscles of the air passage go into spasm. How can the asthma attacks be triggered off ?
Nervous tension,allergy, or none obvious cause.
Too much fresh air activity
A diabetic has eaten too little food and the person may feel dizzy and lightheaded. The skin becomes pale, with profuse sweathing. Limbs may begin to tremble and pulse becomes rapid. The urine glucose reaction is negative. What kind of medicine will the person need as soon as possible?
Sugar lump, sugar drink or something sweet.
Unfortunately a fish hook has entered someone's finger. The barb of the hook is even inside the skin. How to remove the fish hook?
Push the hook through the skin until the barb protrudes, then cut the hook between the barb and the skin and gently withdraw the hook.
Don't do anything by your self, see a doctor.
Remove the hook immediately by pulling it back.
Cut the skin so it is possible to take the hook directly out.
Who is responsible for testing and cerfication of all cargo hoses.
What is the disadvantage of using chemicals on an oil-spill on the water?
The water gets a white colour, which makes it easy to detect the oil-spill
It is difficult to apply chemicals if there is any wind
It is difficult to apply the chemicals if the oil drifts away from the ship's side
The chemicals make it difficult to remove the oil from the water
What is the minimum number of fire control plans that should be permanently stored in a prominently marked weathertight enclosure outside the deckhouse for the assistance of shore side fire fighting personnel?
Not required providing one set is available inside the accommodation spaces
Give the meaning of the following symbol
Area protected by sprinkler
Give the meaning of the following symbol
Give the meaning of this symbol:
lifebuoy with light and smoke
Give the meaning of the following symbol:
A lifebuoy is constructed to withstand a drop into the water from a height of:
How many lifebuoys can you expect to find on board a passenger ship of 190 metres in length (including those of the quick-release system) ?
at least 24 distributed on both sides of the ship
at least 12 distributed on both sides of the ship
at least 30 distributed on both sides of the ship
at least 8 distributed on both sides of the ship
*Which one of the given requirements listed below, regarding survival craft muster and embarkation arrangements, listed below, corresponds to the present SOLAS regulations ?
searchlights to be provided at the launching station
muster and embarkation stations are to be arranged separately to improve working conditions
muster and embarkation stations shall be readily accessible from accommodation and work areas
davit-launched survival craft muster and embarkation stations shall not be arranged to enable stretchers to be placed in survival craft
The lifebuoy making part of quick-release arrangement must have a weight of at least:
Which item among those below is included in the normal equipment of every liferaft ?
one searchlight which can work continuously for not less than 3 hours
one waterproof electric torch suitable for Morse signalling
two painters of a length equal to not less than the distance from the stowage position of the liferaft to the waterline
Which item among those below is included in the normal equipment of every lifeboat ?
sea-charts and navigating equipment
one life-jacket for each person
a buoyant bailer and two buckets
How much water per person is provided in a liferaft not equipped with a desalting apparatus?
Which one of the given requirements regarding manning and supervision of survival craft corresponds to the SOLAS regulation?
Every motorized survival craft shall have a certificated engineer assigned.
Every lifeboat required to carry radio telegraph installation shall have a deck officer capable of operating the equipment assigned.
A deck officer or certificated person shall be placed in charge of each survival craft to be used.
There shall be at least 5 trained persons on board, mustering and assisting untrained persons.
*Food rations provided to each person the liferaft is permitted to accommodate is totalling:
What is the meaning of this symbol ?
When muster to a lifeboat drill, what is the first thing you do when entering the muster station?
Wait for the order to put on your life jacket.
The "inner bottom" is the :
Compartment between the tank top and shell of the vessel
Inner side of the vessel-s shell
Space between two transverse bottom frames
When there is doubt about the freshness of the atmosphere in enclosed or confined spaces, what action should be taken?
Ro-ro decks are always ventilated in advance of an operation
Open both bow- and stern doors
Arrangements should be made for testing of the atmosphere to ensure maintenance of 21% oxygen and a carbon monoxide content below 50 ppm in the atmosphere of the space
Supply filter masks to all crew working on ro-ro deck
What is the correct initial firing procedure to be adopted when bringing a main steam boiler up to pressure from cold condition?
Start the firing on maximum rate and raise the pressure in as short a period as possible, to save energy.
Start the firing on minimum rate and alternate with maximum rate continuously firing until the boiler is up to pressure.
Start the firing on minimum rate and continuously fire until boiler is up to pressure.
Start with intermittent firing, using small firing periods and long intervals gradually building up to longer firing periods and shorter intervals until steam pressure starts to rise.
What are we seeing here?
A sailing vessel, at anchor.
A sailing vessel of less than 10 metres in length, displaying the mandatory combined lantern inlieu of sailing lights, seen head-on.
A sailing vessel less than 20 metres in length, displaying the optional combined lantern in lieu of standard sailing lights, seen head-on.
A sailing vessel, seen from astern, where the edges of her sidelights are both visible.
What should be observed concerning a ship's watertight integrity?
That all emergency exits on ro-ro deck are locked and secured
That the ramp is stowed position
That all water tight ramps and doors are locked and secured at sea
That the bow- and stern door are closed
Who is responsible for maintaining the vessel's structural strenght?
The Flag State Administration
The Shipping Company and the Classification Society
What are some of the most important tasks to carry out on a bulk carrier, before commencing hatch cleaning operations?
Hatch covers to be opened and cranes ready
Sufficient manpower available and ER informed
Risk Assessment, Permit to work /enter and tool-box talk
How should cargo hold ventilation be carried out on a Ro-Ro vessel loading or discharging cargoes?
With the ventilation fans set to ‘supply'
With the ventilation fans set to ‘exhaust'
With ventilation fans set alternately to ‘supply' and ‘exhaust'
Which of the methods given in the options should be used as part of the check of the accuracy of a liquid filled thermometer used in the cold rooms of the ships provisions stores?
Immerse the thermometer in a mixture of distilled water and ice made from distilled water to check the zero reading.
Place the thermometer in a hole drilled into a block of ice to check the zero reading.
Place the thermometer in the meat room and check the reading when the refrigeration compressor cuts out.
Place the thermometer in the meat room and check the reading matches the thermostat setting when the liquid line valve closes.
Temperatures are often measured by using platinum resistance thermometers. The characteristics shown are all calibration curves for such devices. Which of them is a calibration curve for a P T100 sensor?
What precautions should be taken for the deck covering in a steering gear room?
Lay removable wooden duckboards.
Apply a liberal coating of non-slip paint.
Any of the listed alternatives.
Lay removable open-grill metal duckboards.
One of the categories of information that must be included in your SSP is:
Weaknesses in security measures
Strawberries are a sensitive cargo with a relatively short carriage life and can only be carried on short sea passages. They are often irradiated for transport. Select the true statement from the options given relating to the effect of irradiation.
A cargo of irradiated strawberries must be stowed well away from the crew accommodation to reduce the possible effects of cobalt 60 radiation.
The main effect of irradiating strawberries prior to transport is that it kills off any bacteria on the fruit.
The main effect of irradiating strawberries prior to transport is that it improves the colour of the fruit.
The main effect of irradiating strawberries prior to transport is that it kills any flies on the fruit.
What is the most important treatment concerning a foreign body in the eye?
Wring the eye-lid to prevent blinking
Rinsing of the eye with water
Most search patterns consists of:
Parallel track covering a rectangular area
Vertical and horizontal tracks
What might safely be used to prevent a load swinging when lifted by a crane?
Personnel underneath the load, holding onto it and restricting its movement.
Guide or tag lines, tended from a safe location.
Short, jerky movements on the ship's controls.
What is the maximum stowage height for containers on deck of a General Cargo Vessel, if the vessel is not specifically designed for the carriage of containers?
The maximum height is two containers
There is no limit apart from point load limitations
The maximum height is one container
Containers must not be carried on deck
What is the full title of the IMO code which applies to all gas carriers built after 1986?
The International Code for Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (the IGC code)
The Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (the GC Code)
The Code for Existing Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (the Existing Ship Code)
The International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (the IGC Code)
A high pressure boiler is operating with all parameters normal except that the firing rate is high and the superheater temperature is high. Which of the options given is the likely cause of this condition?
The generating and screen tubes are fouled.
The de-superheater control is not operating correctly.
Insufficient combustion air is being supplied.
The superheater tubes are fouled.
Which of the following would normally only be found in cargo holds which can also be used for ballast on a Bulk Carrier?
Permanently fitted dunnage
Light reflective paint coatings and fixed lighting systems
Bilges systems fitted with two way valves
Sacrificial anodes and water resistant expoxy paint coatings
What action should be taken by the Officer of the Watch in the event of fire being reported to the bridge during the 00.00 to 04.00 watch?
Send the bridge look-out down to investigate
Stop engines and inform the engine room
During inspection of the crankshaft of a medium speed diesel engine cracks are discovered at one of the main journal pins. The cracks originate from one of the oil holes and are progressing along the pin at approximately 45 degrees to the axis. From the options given select the most likely failure mode that would cause this.
Torsional fatigue due to excessive torsional vibration in the crankshaft.
Shear due to excessive loading of the crankshaft.
Fatigue due to repeated excessive bending of the crankshaft.
Erosion due to excessive oil flow through the oil hole in the crankshaft pin.
What is the value of GZ upto an angle of heel of 5 degrees?
GM x Cosine angle of list
What is meant by the term "certified gas free"?
A tank, compartment or ISO-container that has been tested and produced a negative result when tested for Hydrogen Sulphide and has then been closed until required for entry.
A tank,compartment or container that has been tested by an authorised person using an approved testing device and found to contain an adequate level of oxygen and free from toxic or flammable gases and for which a certificate authorising entry has been issued.
A cargo tank that has been tested by a ship's officer using a testing device that is in regular use and found to contain above 17.5% oxygen by volume and where a tank entry label is displayed in the vicinity of the tank lid.
A tank, compartment or container that has been tested for oxygen content by a certified shore chemist.
Maintenance is to be carried out on a diesel engine. How long after stopping the engine should the cooling water and lubricating oil be kept circulating in order to avoid any undue thermal stress from residual heat?
10 minutes is sufficient.
In which locations will Ro-Ro units be stained when a vessel is at sea?
Units stowed on ramp slopes
Units stowed near watertight doors
Units stowed in way of fan duct exits
Units stowed near gas tight doors
What kind of safety equipment should be used when operating a grinding wheel?
The compass binnacle on the ship has various specific functions, which of the following answers reflect its most important functions.
Provides a non-magnetic housing for the compass
All of the answers provided
Houses the soft iron correctors
Houses the corrective magnets
What is an analogue signal?
A measure of voltage using an oscilloscope.
A stable electric signal.
A continually variable electric signal.
A measure of electric current.
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
Methane and carbon monoxide levels must be measured regularly on voyage when carrying a bulk coal cargo; how is this done?
Measurements can be taken through sounding pipes
Each hatch coaming must be fitted with an approved sampling port
Gas measurements are taken by entering hold
Hatch cover can be partially opened to allow readings to be taken
In the diagram below we want to verify the resistance of the PT100 sensor fitted with compensation. What is the correct calculation?
When should a crane or derrick sheave be replaced?
When wear down in the groove exceeds 20% of the wire rope diameter
When wear down in the groove exceeds 25% of the wire rope circumference
When wear down in the groove exceeds 25% of the wire rope diameter
When wear down in the groove exceeds 20% of the wire rope circumference
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.
A general cargo is loaded in Brazil on a General Cargo Vessel bound for Europe in winter time; what are the ventilation requirements in the cargo spaces?
Ventilation would not usually be carried out as the vessel is moving from a cold area to a warmer area?
Ventilation would only be carried out just prior to discharge
Ventilation would be occasionally carried out as the vessel is moving from a cold area to a warmer area
Ventilation would normally be required as the vessel is moving from warm to colder areas
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
The engine is started by compressed air. Which one of the following statements is correct ?
If we have lost the starting air pressure, we can use a pressurized oxygen bottle from the welding equipment for an emergency start of the engine.
A heavily leaking starting air valve can cause an explosion in the starting air pipe system.
The starting air shall always contain some water.
If the engine does not turn when we open for the starting air, we can use the turning bar together with the starting air to get the engine out of a deadlock position.
A three phase alternator is connected singularly to the main switchboard. The switchboard instruments show 400 Volts/500 amperes. With a power factor of 0.5 what will be the kW load?
Why is it important to remove all traces of salt after washing the cargo holds of a bulk carrier?
Because salt will contaminate the next bulk cargo
If not done, surveyors at the load port will be unable to properly inspect the cargo holds
Because salt encourages the corrosion of steelwork
To prepare the steelwork for painting during the ballast passage
A new reefer vessel is described as having 'Cargo spaces lined with stainless steel, refrigeration supplied by circulating cold air around the outside of cargo spaces, no hatches on deck and one light crane'. Which of the vessel types given in the options is the most likely type being described?
A vessel designed for the carriage of fish at very low temperatures.
A vessel designed for the carriage of specialised fruit.
A vessel designed for the carriage of orange juice in bulk.
A vessel designed for carriage of chilled meat products.
What is the possible concern if fuel tanks on a Bulk Carrier, which are close to cargo spaces containing grain, are excessively heated?
The grain cargo may produce methane gas
The grain cargo may be heated and damaged
What is the name of this unit?
A hydrostatic release unit
An antistatic release unit
What means of communication shall be provided to each member of the fire patrol?
Telephones in public spaces
Emergency telephones and Public Address system
Refrigeration plants using ammonia as the primary coolant have been fitted to some reefer vessels. When designing such a ship which aspect, from the options given, would be the most important consideration?
The temperature range that the plant would be expected to operate at.
Installing a suitable control system for the plant.
On a Container vessel, where should containers containing infectious substances be stowed?
In a position separated by a complete compartment or hold from living quarters
On deck away from the accommodation
On deck abaft the accommodation
A galley hot plate uses a Nichrome / Magnesium Oxide heating element and is to be tested before being put into service for the first time. An insulation resistance test yields a reading of 0.3 M Ohm. Which action should be taken?
Wash the element in a degreasing agent. Then retest and if ok put it into service.
Put the element into service.
Apply reduced voltage to the element for a few minutes. Then retest and if ok put into service.
After discharge of a cargo of bananas there are a lot of cartons of condemned fruit on the deck. The vessel is not in a special area and is more than 100 miles from land. Select from the given options the best way to dispose of the condemned fruit.
Remove and retain all of the packaging including any inner plastic bags and dispose of the condemned fruit overboard.
Keep the cargo onboard until the vessel enters a port with suitable disposal facilities.
Dispose of the complete cartons of condemned fruit overboard and make an entry into the Garbage Disposal Log.
Keep the fruit for crew consumption and dispose of the packaging.
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.
On a General Cargo ship all wire strops used for cargo work must be marked with what?
The diameter of the strop in millimetres (mm)
The SWL and certificate number
The name of the manufacturer
What is the minimum Initial Transverse Metacentric Height (GM) allowed under the International Load Line Rules?
When is it good practice to check the pressure-vacuum valves?
After cargo transfer operations
Before the next dry-docking
During cargo transfer operations
Which person is qualified to carry out a five yearly thorough survey of cargo gear on a General Cargo vessel?
A classification society surveyor
A deck officer designated by the master
Any person serving on board who without the permission of the shipmaster leaves the ship in distress or other danger while the master still on board shall be liable to??????
Imprisonment for a term not exceeding 12 months.
Fines or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 12 months.
Fines or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 6 months.
The revolutions on the turbocharger have increased during the night with unmanned engine. Could this be caused by:
Poor combustion due to malfunction of fuel valves.
The current and wind are holding the vessel back
The viscosity of the fuel is to high
We have favorable winds and current
Give the meaning of the following symbol
How is the opening pressure ( setpoint ) adjusted in a fuel injector valve ?
In a closed room with freon leakage, you have to do some work that requires the use of open flame. Can this be dangerous?
The freon gas attack your skin.
There is no danger at all.
Yes, there can be an explosion.
Yes, freon reacts with open flame to a poisonous gas (Fosgen).
Which of the following functions are chemical treatments for cooling water system designed to do?
Decrease the amount of cooling water required.
None of the functions above.
Increase design heat transfer coefficients.
Minimize corrosion, prevent deposits and scaling, and control of biological growth.
When a sudden increase in pressure occurs in a forced lubrication system, you should check for:
Contamination in the water side of the lubrication oil cooler.
Loss of supply to one of the bearings.
Glogged lubrication oil pump suction.
Corrosion of the journals and bearings.
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
For indication of engine being overloaded.
A valve for safety stop (emergency) of the engine