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Give the meaning of the following symbol
Survival craft distress pyrotechnic signals
Which one of the listed requirements regarding buoyant smoke signals do not correspond to present regulations? The buoyant smoke signal shall:
continue to emit smoke when submerged in water for a period of 10 seconds under 10 cm of water
emit smoke for at least 3 minutes when floating in calm water
not be swamped in a seaway
give a bright red light during the entire emission time
How many emergency power supply sources are required for fire-detection and fire-alarm systems? (SOLAS II-2/13.1.3)
On a cargo ship, where should we find the hydrants ?
At such locations that no part of the ship normally accessible to the crew while the ship is being navigating is located more than 20 meters away from a hydrant
At such locations that at least two jets not emanating from the same hydrant may reach any part of the ship normally accessible to the crew while the ship is being navigating, each of these jets coming from a single length of hose.
At such locations that no part of the ship normally accessible to the crew while the ship is being navigating is located more than 40 meters away from a hydrant
At such locations that at least two jets not emanating from the same hydrant may reach any part of the ship normally accessible to the crew while the ship is being navigating, one of these jets coming from a single length of hose (the other jet may come from a connection of several lengths of hoses)
What type of nozzles for fire hoses shall be used aboard ships? (SOLAS II-2/4.8.4)
Dual purpose (jet/spray) type incorporating shutoff
Dual purpose (jet/spray) type
*How long does it take for a fixed low expansion foam fire-extinguishing system of an engine room to discharge a 15 cm thick layer of foam on the largest single area over which oil fuel is liable to spread?
you cannot find such a system in the engine room
Which of the following should NOT be used on an electrical fire?
"A" Class divisions in ships are constructed so that they are capable of preventing the passage of smoke and flame to the end of a standard fire test held for how many minutes?
In a smoke filled alleyway, where will the cleanest air be found, and how should you proceed out?
Near to the upper part, stand as tall as possible and walk out
Near to the lower part, therefore sit down and wait for the rescue party
It will be the same in all the parts, therefore you should just leave as quickly as possible
Near to the deck, crawl out keeping your face as near to the deck as possible
In case of a fire on the line in an oxyacetylene-line gas welding equipment, what action should be taken?
Close the valves on both bottles, first the acetylene and then the oxygen bottle
Do not close any valve and attack the fire, preferably with powder
Close the valve(s) on the acetylene bottle only
Close the valve(s) on the oxygen bottle only
Conform SART requirements the signal must be visible on the ship’s radar from a distance of:
What is false regarding the function :” Transmission and reception of on scene communications ”
On area A1 this function is based on the use of VHF R/T
On area A4 this function is based on the use of HF R/T
On area A3 this function is based on the use of VHF or/and MF R/T
On area A2 this function is based on the use of VHF or/and MF R/T
For which ships is the MARPOL convention applicable?
For all vessels except passenger vessels.
For all vessels except those engaged in coastal trade.
For tankers and other vessels carrying persistent oil as cargo.
If you discover alcohol and drug abuse onboard, Whom do you report to?
A severe blow to or a heavy fall on the upper part of the abdomen (solar plexus) can upset the regularity of breathing. What is the symptoms and signs?
The casualty may start sweating profusely and develops a fever.
Difficulty in breathing in and the casualty may be unable to speak.
The casualty feel very hungry.
The casualty is speaking in a very load manner.
During loading of oil, you notice oil on the water near your vessel. What should you do first?
Search the vessel for leaks
Small oil spills on deck can be kept from going overboard by doing what?
Closing the lids on the vents
Plugging the sounding pipes
Driving wooden plugs into the vents
When cross-flooding arrangements to correct unsymmetrical flooding and excessive heel angels in damaged condition are installed in passenger ships, what is the maximum time allowed for equalization?
What would you say about a ship which is course unstable?
When you apply rudder, it will take time before she answers to it.
When you put rudder amidship, she will continue on a straight course.
It will maintain course no matter how much rudder you apply.
When you apply rudder, she will continue to turn when the rudder is put amidship, and may even increase rate of turn.
*How much lifeboat capacity should be provided on a conventional cargo ship of more than 85 meters in length ?
125% of the ship-s complement on each side
150% of the ship-s complement on each side
100% of the ship-s complement on each side
50% of the ship-s complement on each side
A lifejacket should be provided with:
on ships built after February 1992 all lifejackets should be fitted with a light
Which of the following features is required for an anti-exposure suit ?
is marked that it must be worn in conjunction with warm clothing if it is made of material which has no inherent insulation
is marked with the name of the vessel to which the appliance belongs
is made of such a material that it cannot be torn
can be continously worn without impeding every duties to be performed by the wearer when in normal watch on the bridge
How is the painter attached to the lifeboat released once the boat is waterbone and ready to leave?
Remove the toggle which will release the painter
Cut it with the axe provided
The painter will automatically part by the weak link when the boat goes astern to clear the ship
Cut it with the knife contained in the equipment locker
*What is the meaning of this symbol ?
What kind of safety equipment must be worn during mooring operations?
Safety helmet, safety shoes.
Boiler suit, working gloves.
All of the mentioned equipment.
Dress according to the climate.
Which electronic component does this graphical symbol represent?
Silicon controlled rectifier
While securing tank lids prior to loading, you notice that the packing from one is damaged and hanging down. What will you do?
Cover the damaged area of packing with silicone and secure the lid. Make an entry in the "defect log" at the end of your watch.
Push the packing back up into the channel as best as you can and secure the lid.
Secure the lid and report the damaged packing to the pumpman for changing later on.
Report it immediately to the duty officer. Notify other watchkeepers, so that the lid is not closed in error, prior to the problem being rectified.
Why is it important to have knowledge of assembling stations, even though you have no specific role during an emergency?
Enables you to correctly guide and direct passengers during an emergency.
It is where you can find all the life saving appliances.
Enables you to find your way around the ship.
Enables you to direct passengers to different shopping locations on board the ship.
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.
Prior to bunkering operations it is necessary to check the quantity of fuel remaining onboard and that there is sufficient room for the fuel that is to be loaded. What is the best method to use to establish this?
Sound the tanks which you think might still contain some fuel.
Do a complete sounding of all fuel bunker tanks
Take a full set of readings from remote content gauges.
Use the latest figures from the fuel record book.
A conventional reefer vessel is carrying a cargo of chilled palletised fruit. During a period of bad weather some of the bottom cartons on a pallet have compressed causing the pallet to distort, resulting in the cargo leaning to one side. Which of the options given is the safest way to discharge the cargo from the affected pallet?
Place the pallet in a lifting cage and lift it slowly.
Break the pallet down and re-stow the cartons so that the pallet is stable and then lift it in the normal way.
Place the pallet in the centre of a three point A-frame and lift it carefully.
Lift the pallet with cargo strops and have all personnel stand well clear.
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?
How would you pick up a knife from a bench?
I would slide it to the edge of the bench and then pick it up by the handle.
It doesn't really matter - I would pick it up just how it was left lying by the last person who used it.
By the handle, with the blade towards me.
By the handle, with the blade facing away from me.
After cooking, at what minimum temperature must rice be maintained during service?
Between 10 and 12 degrees Celsius.
What would a cracked cross-deck plating found during a loaded passage on a bulk carrier indicate?
That bulkhead failure is imminent
That the vessel is due for survey
That shear forces have been exceeded
That failure of the shell plating is imminent
Does MARPOL apply to gas carriers?
To avoid overbunkering and oil spill, it is very important that we keep a close monitoring of the bunkering progress, and this is done by sounding and calculations, the most reliable way is:
The remote gauge system will provide us with the necessary information
Take ullage soundings in the tanks from deck
Calculate time and flow, to find out how much oil is received
A combination of ullage soundings and readings from the remote gauges
On what criteria is the Threshold Limit Value (TWA) based?
The maximum concentration of a vapour to which a worker may be repeatedly exposed for a maximum of 12 hours per day, 5 days per week without serious health effects.
The concentration of a vapour expressed as a percentage of the oxygen content of an environment in which a fit human-being can work continuously for a period of 8 hours.
The time-weighted concentration of a substance to which a worker may be repeatedly exposed for a normal 8 hour working day and 40 hour week without adverse health effects.
The maximum concentration of harmful vapour to which a worker may be exposed for a period of 15 minutes up to 4 times within any 24 hour period without adverse respiratory effects.
A cargo hatch cover seal on a Bulk Carrier is known to be damaged and not weather tight prior to sailing; what is the legal significance of this situation?
The vessel may have its classification affected
The vessel is still seaworthy but repairs must be carried out at next port
The vessel may well be judged to be un-seaworthy; this could invalidate some certification and hull and machinery insurance
There are no legal concerns over this
Based upon what factors is Seed Cake categorised in the Code of Safe Practice for Solid Bulk Cargoes (BC Code)?
The extraction process, oil and moisture content
Temperature during extraction, oil and moisture content
Temperature during extraction and moisture content
Which of the following conditions could be the cause of an air conditioning system evaporator icing up?
High sea water temperature..
Too low suction pressure.
Low sea water temperature.
Too high discharge pressure.
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?
What should a duty crew member do immediately upon observing funnel soot emissions?
Who must sign (and countersign) entries in a Cargo Record Book which documents cargo and cleaning operations on a chemical tanker?
Each completed operation shall be signed for and dated by the officer or officers in charge and, if applicable, by a surveyor appointed by the competent authority of the State in which the ship is unloading. Each completed page shall be countersigned by the master of the ship.
Each completed operation shall ner signed for and dated by the Officer or Officers of the Watch on which the operation took place. Each completed page shall be countersigned by the chief officer or the master of the ship.
Each operation shall be signed and dated by the officer or officers in charge and countersigned by the master of the ship. An entry and stamp shall be entered by the Responsible Person from the vessel's Management Office upon periodic inspection.
Each completed operation shall be signed for and dated by the pumpman or pumpmen instructed to carry out the task and countersigned by the officer in charge. A surveyor or superintendent may additionally sign to indicate that he has witnessed a particular operation.
On a Container vessel, what is the function of a buttress?
To support the lowest tier of containers in a non-cellular cargo hold
When used at the base of container stacks its prevents the tank top plating from being pierced
To support container stacks in a non-cellular cargo hold
To support the lowest tier of containers in a con-bulker's cargo hold
A cargo of chilled meat is being loaded into the cargo space of a reefer vessel and the stow will extend 3.5 metres upwards into the coaming in way of the hatch square. Select, from the options given, the best method to adopt to achieve satisfactory carriage of this cargo.
Construct a false deck out of plywood sheets to reduce the load on the lower tiers.
Lay plywood sheets at approximately mid-height of the stow to reduce the load on the lower tiers.
Construct a false deck made of pallets to reduce the load on the lower tiers.
Ensure a tight stow to resist crushing of the lower cartons.
Tank venting systems should be designed and operated so as to ensure neither pressure nor vacuum created in cargo tanks during loading or discharging exceeds tank design parameters. A certain rate of generation of vapour during loading, sometimes termed gas evolution, is assumed. According to the IBC Code, how is that calculated?
The nominal loading rate is multiplied by a factor of 1.15
The maximum loading rate is multiplied by a factor of at least 1.25
The average anticipated loading rate is multiplied by a factor of 2.0
The calculated loading rate, assuming a litreweight of 1.2 kg/l and allowing for a friction loss of 12% per 30 metre length of unrestricted pipeline, is multiplied by a factor of 1.15 (A safety margin of 20% is additionally applied for products with a vapour pressure of greater than 1.15 mPa).
Subject to allowance by the Port State Authority, a tanker with a defective oil discharge monitoring and control system (ODME) may continue to trade for a limited period before a repair is effected. What period is allowed and what conditions apply?
No limit is placed on the vessel, provided it can be demonstrated to the Port State Authority that the appropriate spare parts have been ordered for delivery in the next convenient port.
One ballast voyage and one loaded voyage, provided no cleaning operations are commenced.
One ballast voyage before proceeding to a repair port.
The vessel may discharge her cargo but will then be detained in port until the ODME is made fully operational and approval from the Port State Authority obtained.
To evaluate the condition of a heat exchanger the following measurements should be recorded:
In and outlet temperatures on one media
In and outlet temperatures, and flow rates for both media
In and outlet temperatures for both media
What danger is associated with damaged expanded metal gratings on loading ramps?
Vehicles’ windscreens may be damaged during cargo operations
The front and/or rear ends of vehicles may be damaged during cargo operations
Vehicles’ tyres may be damaged during cargo operations
The load density of the ramp will be affected
What precautions must be taken prior to loading cement after carrying sugar?
No traces of sugar should remain in the cargo holds
The cargo holds must be inspected
Steelwork in the cargo holds must be protected by straw mats
Steelwork in the cargo holds must be protected by kraft paper
The IMO IGC code details the requirements for cargo piping systems on gas carriers? Which one of the options given is part of these requirements?
Cargo pipelines must resist at least 1.25 times maximum vapour pressure.
Cargo pipelines must resist horizontal displacement from cargo surge pressure.
All cargo pipelines must be made of high tensile steel.
Cargo pipelines are not allowed beneath deck level on gas carriers.
What should be done with the data logger printouts after completing the discharge of a refrigerated cargo?
They should be retained onboard for a minimum of 2 years.
They should be handed over to the cargo receiver.
They should be retained onboard indefinitely.
They can be discarded once the discharge is completed.
What is the danger of having a large bunker tank only partially filled with bunkers?
Excessive corrosion of the tank sides.
FSE and virtual loss of GM.
Constructional damage due to liquid movement in the tank.
Insufficient bunker to complete the voyage.
What is the approximately efficiency of the ejector?
The ejector's efficiency is between 60% and 70%.
The ejector's efficiency is between 30% and 40%.
The ejector's efficiency is between 70% and 80%.
The ejector's efficiency is between 20% and 30%.
On a RoRo vessel, why should chipping and painting not be done on a loaded car deck
because there is not enough space to work with the cargo in the way
To avoid damage to the cars or their paint work
because you cant run the ventilation and the fumes will overcome the crew
What necessary precautions should be taken before entering a tank or an enclosed space?
Bring a flashlight and put on safety shoes
Make sure that the tank/ enclosed space is gas free, ventilated and the oxygen content is measured. O2 content shall be 21% before entering the tank/ enclosed space
Remember to have a colleague standing by to assist you if any problems
Use a breathing apparatus if the oxygen level is below 21%
On the figure 4 possible definitions of the term "ABEAM" are shown. Which one is the correct one?
Abeam is defined as B on the figure
Abeam is defined as C on the figure
Abeam is defined as A on the figure
Abeam is defined as D on the figure
Which of the following is an acceptable method of controlling the cargo tank pressure when loading a liquefied gas carrier?
Through a vapour return to shore connection.
The pressure relief valve will automatically control the pressure at the set pressure.
Reduce the setting of the pressure relief valve to zero gauge pressure and vent to atmosphere.
Open the atmospheric vent line.
Where are you likely to find horizontal fractures on a bulk carrier?
Along the upper edges of hopper tank plating and the lower edges of topside tank plating
Along hatch coaming connections to the main deck
Along the tanktop plating
Along the lower edges of bulkhead stools
According to the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA-90), oil carrying vessels trading in U.S. waters are required to carry oil spill clean up equipment for the containment and removal of on-deck spills. For a vessel of over 400 feet (121.9 metres) in length, what volume of oil must they be able to handle?
15 barrels (2.38 cubic metres).
1barrel (0.16 cubic metre).
5 barrels (0.79 cubic metre).
12 barrels (1.91 cubic metres).
What is understood by the term "a Combination Carrier"?
A ship designed to carry either oil or solid bulk cargoes
A ship designed to carry bulk cargoes in alternate holds
A ship designed to carry all types of cargoes
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 are the requirements for heat exchangers that are used for heating the cargo during cargo handling operations on an LPG carrier?
The only requirement is that they must be designed and tested to tolerate minus 48 degrees C
They must be designed to withstand temperatures of minus 162 degrees C.
The only requirement is that they must be able to raise the cargo temperature to above 10 degrees C for transfer to shore storage tanks.
They must be designed to withstand the expected operating conditions with respect to pressure and temperature and the materials must be compatible with the cargo.
Why must draught marks be read on both port and starboard sides of a bulk vessel when accurate draughts are required
The vessel marks may be incorrectly drawn
The vessel may appear up right but often will be found to have a slight list when port and starboard marks are compared
The vessel may be trimmed by the head
The draught reading on one side of the vessel sufficient
What must be done after completion of ballasting operations on a bulk carrier?
All valves closed, tank ventilators in open position and sounding pipe caps replaced.
Sounding pipe caps left off
All valves and lines left open
All valves closed and tank ventilators to closed position
How might a leak from a cargo tank on an oil tanker be readily detected during the voyage?
By regularly monitoring the vessel's trim on the cargo computer - any cargo that leaks will run to the end of a compartment, resulting in an increase in trim.
By occasionally opening a selected tank and manually measuring the cargo ullage, then comparing it to the 'after loading' reading.
By regularly monitoring void and ballast spaces, such as by testing them for hydrocarbon content and sounding them.
By frequently monitoring cargo level equipment readouts and comparing them to the load port departure readings.
On fully pressurised liquefied gas carriers the cargoes are usually carried at atmospheric temperatures. Is frostbite still a hazard on such vessels if there is leakage from the cargo pipe system?
Yes, but only if cargo vapour contacts the skin.
No frostbite is only a hazard when cargoes are refrigerated.
No, the cargo will vapourise and disperse quickly.
Yes, the liquid will flash off to its' fully refrigerated tempearature.
What is the maximum allowable tank design pressure in the vapour space for Independent tanks type "A"?
After starting a freon compressor, how long should you wait before opening the oil separator return valve?
Open the valve immediately.
After the separator shell has warmed up.
Which push-button valve A, B or C must be pushed (operated) in order to obtain movement of the pneumatic cylinder S?
What does a "compactor" do?
It compresses and forms raw meat into burgers, patties and other pre-formed shapes prior to packing and freezing.
It disposes of waste material through high-temperature combustion.
It crushes and compresses garbage, such as food packaging, into a more manageable shape and form prior to disposal.
It crushes and grinds food waste into small particles that can be washed overboard as "grey water".
What is important to wear for all officers and crew when working on the ro-ro deck during loading and discharging?
Fluorescent vest/ working clothes
All liquefied gas carriers, including LNG carriers, must comply with the requirements of the IMO Gas Codes. Which certificate confirms compliance with the Gas Code requirements?
Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate.
Cargo Ship Safety Construction Certificate.
What could cause engine oil to get a "Milky" colour?
During cargo operations, involving perishable cargoes, deck officers should be aware that the cargo is subject to the effects of the weather and ambient conditions. From the options given, select the one which is likely to cause the most rapid temperature change in a refrigerated commodity.
During loading of palletised, chilled, perishable goods it starts to rain heavily in the port area. Some of the cargo pallets have been placed on the quay ready for loading. Select, from the options given, the best course of action to be taken to minimise any damage to the cargo.
Return the cargo to the cooling sheds until the rain ceases.
Shift the cargo to a position where there is overhead shelter.
Shift the cargo onto the deck and cover with a waterproof sheet.
Cover the cargo with a waterproof sheet.
What do you understand by the term Maximum Continuous Rating, MCR, of a diesel engine?
The maximum load that the engine can operate at continuosly.
The maximum cylinder pressure that the engine can operate at continuously.
The maximum charge air pressure that the engine can operate at continuously.
The maximum speed that the engine can operate at continuously.
A second high pressure boiler is to be coupled to an online boiler supplying steam to the main turbine. How is the superheater section of the second boiler normally prevented from overheating during the period prior to coupling while raising the steam pressure?
The lift pressure of the superheater safety valve is lowered to allow the valve to lift and create a steam flow.
The superheater safety valve is manually opened to create a steam flow.
The superheater vent valve is kept open until the boilers are coupled to create a steam flow.
The superheater header drain valves are opened to create a steam flow.
On which type of gas carrier can spherical tanks be used for the cargo system?
Spherical cargo tanks can be used for fully refrigerated, semi-pressurised/semi-refrigerated and fully pressurised gas carriers.
Spherical cargo tanks are only used for fully pressurised gas carriers
Spherical cargo tanks are only used only for semi-refrigerated gas carriers
Spherical cargo tanks are only used for fully refrigerated and semi-refrigerated/semi-pressurised gas carriers
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.
Which is the "LENGTH OVERALL", in the figure?
Length Overall is indicated by C, in the figure
Length Overall is indicated by D, in the figure
Length Overall is indicated by B, in the figure
Length Overall is indicated by A, in the figure
What would be the most probable cause of too high an exhaust gas temperature from one cylinder?
Air in the fuel oil system.
Turbo charger filter clogged.
Water in the fuel oil system.
Abnormal discharge temperature can be caused by
A refrigerant leak has developed
What type of lubricating oils are generally used in auxiliary engines?
Which of the following fluids has the highest density?
Zinc will corrode to protect which of the following metals?
Cast steel, Iron, Brass & Bronze.
Zinc gives no protection.
Which feedwater condition would you prefer?
When you are cleaning the fuel-oil burner tips you should use