Der Test besteht aus zufälligen Fragen zu einem ausgewählten Thema.
Which one of the listed requirements regarding lifeboat propulsion do not correspond to present regulations?
The engine shall be provided with an electric power starting system with rechargeable energy batteries
Every lifeboat shall be powered by a compression ignition engine using fuel with a flamepoint of not less than 44°C
Means shall be provided for recharging all engine-starting, radio and searchlight batteries
Water resistant instruction for starting and operating the engine shall be provided
Give the meaning of the following symbol
Survival craft distress pyrotechnic signals
Give the meaning of the following symbol
Survival craft distress pyrotechnic signals
Buoy fitted with line throwing appliance
Which one of the listed requirements regarding rocket parachute flares do not correspond to present regulations? The rocket parachute flares shall:
be contained in a water-resistant casing
burn with a bright orange colour
have integral means of ignition
have brief instructions clearly illustrating the use of the flare
What kind of fuel will originate a class A fire?
a solid (cardboard or wood…)
a liquid (gasoline or petrol…)
a gas, not under pressure
An optic detector is activated by:
The radiation of the heat given off by flames
The visible smoke that is a result of combustion
The flames that are a result of combustion
Apart from red, what other colour is frequently used for a CO2 extinguisher?
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
To obtain “time and duration” after a telephone call with number 010-1234567 in the Netherlands, via an Inmarsat-terminal, one should enter after receiving the second dialling tone:
The “sensitivity” button adjusts:
To what pressure will a new length of cargo hose be tested by a manufacturer prior to its supply to a vessel for service onboard a chemical tanker?
Not more than one and a half times its specified maximum working pressure, but not less than two-fifths of its bursting pressure.
Not less than one and a half times its nominal bursting pressure, but not more than four-fifths of its specified maximum working pressure.
2 times its designed working pressure, but not more than three-fifths of its nominal bursting pressure.
Not less than one and a half times its specified maximum working pressure, but not more than two-fifths of its bursting pressure.
In US waters "Oil Pollution Act of 1990" was activated in August 1993. What is the main issue for the introduction of the act?
To prevent oil spills in US waters?
To enforce owners to use equipment of higher standards that those of today?
To encourage owners to build double hull vessels for trading US waters?
To improve safety measures onboard?
Sun rays and light reflected from a bright surface (e.g. sea); can cause damage to the skin and eyes. What is this type of burn called?
MARPOL 73/78 - Annex V. Disposal of garbage outside "Special Areas". After unpacking spares, you are left with a limited amount of packing materials. What will be the nearest distance to land for disposal into the sea of this materials?
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
In which waters are piracy attacks most frequent?
Which one of the listed requirements regarding the use of an immersion suit do not correspond to present regulation? The suit shall permit the wearer to:
perform normal duties during abandonment
swim a short distance through the water and board a survival craft
climb up and down vertical ladders from the survival craft embarkation point to the water
jump from a height of 4.5m into the water without being injured or damaging the suit
For how long and at what speed is a fully loaded lifeboat designed to operate in calm weather ?
Which one of the listed requirements regarding rescue boat equipment do not correspond to present regulations? The normal equipment of every rescue boat shall include:
a first-aid outfit in a watertight case
an efficient radar reflector
immersion suits for the number of persons the boat is permitted to accommodate
two buoyant rescue quoits attached to not less than 30m of line
How is the painter attached to the lifeboat released once the boat is waterborne 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
Give the meaning of the following symbol
Survival craft portable radio
What is the meaning of this symbol ?
Which of the following detailed explanations should be mentioned in the Training Manual ?
The use of escape routes and other escape methods
The use of surface to air visual signals to be used by survivors
The use of navigational equipment for survival crafts
At least how often shall rescue boats (MOB) be launched with their assigned crew and manouvered in the water?
Which one of the following items has to be included in an abandon ship drill according to SOLAS regulations?
Launching and recovery of a survival craft.
Checking that life-jackets are correctly donned.
Manoeuvring the lifeboat in the water.
Starting and operating radio life-saving appliances.
Which international regulations govern the disposal of waste material, including galley waste, from ships?
The Industry Best Practise Guide for Restaurant Management.
On a bulk carrier which is to load sugar, which of the following situations would result in the cargo holds failing inspection?
Hardened rust spots on the lower bulkhead stool and hopper tank plating
Rust-stained tank top plating
Traces of insect infestation in the bilges
Hardened rust spots on shell plating
What is the MARPOL definition of a "high-viscosity substance"?
A noxious liquid substance in category "Y" with a viscosity equal to or greater than 100 mPa.s at 37.8 degrees Celsius.
Any noxious liquid substance, the residues of which cannot be stripped from a cargo compartment and its associated piping and pumping system to equal to or less than 75 litres.
A noxious liquid substance of any category with a pour point of greater than 37.8 degrees Celsius.
A noxious liquid substance in category "X" or "Y" with a viscosity equal to or greater than 50 mPa.s at the unloading temperature.
What will alarm cargo receivers to the possibility of cargo damage on a Bulk Carrier?
Commencing discharge without presentation of bills) of lading
Disallowing cargo interests on board
Commencing discharge in the absence of a cargo surveyor
The presence of hatch cover sealing tapes
Are membrane tanks designed for carrying of gas of ambient temperature?
No, membrane tanks are normally designed for transport of fully refrigerated cargoes.
Yes, if tank fitted with primary- and secondary membranes.
Yes, if the membrane is more than 50 mm thick.
Yes, if the membrane tank is designed for high pressure.
Every person onboard ship has a responsibility for safety and security. General house-keeping rules should be followed. Which of the listed rules is the most important onboard a tanker?
Never carry lighters or matches on the tank deck.
Always wear safety shoes on deck..
Always use the handrails when going up or down ladders.
Always use gloves when operating portable grinders and chipping machines.
You are proceeding along a narrow channel in front of another vessel, both heading for port. You hear this signal from the vessel behind you. What does it mean?
I am faster than you. Get out of the way.
I intend to overtake you on your starboard side.
I intend to overtake you on your port side.
I am operating astern propulsion.
The vessel is instructed to load alternate holds when chartered to carry a high density cargo. What reasons could be given by the master to refuse to do this?
The trim of the vessel will not be satisfactory.
The summer deadweight will not be achieved.
Cargo space cleaning after discharge will be excessive.
IMO do not recommend alternate loading of cargo holds with high density cargoes.
On the figure 4 possible definitions of the term "LENGHT OVERALL" are given. Which one is the correct one?
Lenght overall is given by C on the figure
Lenght overall is given by B on the figure
Lenght overall is given by A on the figure
Lenght overall is given by D on the figure
A cable has a resistance of 1 milli-ohm per metre. It supplies a 300A load over a distance of 100 metres. What is the voltage drop along it's length?
On a General Cargo Vessel, what must be done if a crane or derrick block sheave is found to be worn?
No action needs to be taken
Inform Chief Officer and prepare to change block if required
Block changed at next thorough inspection
Monitor condition of block regularly
Many modern large slow speed diesel engines used for main propulsion operate with a so called constant pressure turbocharging system. What is meant by constant pressure when used to describe such a turbocharging system?
Pressure variations in the scavenge air supply are avoided by supplementing the air supply with air from the auxiliary blowers so keeping a constant pressure across the load and speed range.
Pressure variations at the turbocharger inlet are damped out due to the large volume of the exhaust receiver and the short lengths of pipe from individual cylinders.
The exhaust pipes from groups of three cylinders are joined together before entry into the turbocharger so that the exhaust pulses from each cylinder cancel each other giving a constant inlet pressure.
The exhaust gas pressure is maintained constant by using a bypass waste gate to dump excess pressure at high engine loads.
A simple level control for a water tank consists of a horizontal lever with a float at one end and a filling valve at the other. The lever is provided with an adjustable pivot positioned between the valve and the float. How will the 'offset' in the system be affected under changing demand conditions if the pivot is moved closer to the filling valve?
It will increase the offset across the demand range.
It will reduce the offset on low demand but increase it during high demand.
It will increase the offset on high demand but reduce it on low demand.
It will reduce the offset throughout the demand range.
On a Container vessel, what is the purpose of fixed stacking cones?
To prevent the horizontal movement of 40'containers at tank top level
To prevent horizontal movement of 20'containers in 40' cell guides
To prevent movement of 20'and 40' containers at deck level
To prevent the horizontal movement of 20'containers at tank top level
When working in parts of the inert gas system such as the scrubber or deck water seal, what procedure must be followed?
Working with self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
What is a low location lightning system?
A system displaying the escape route from all cabins by light points in the ceiling, powered by battery
A light system powered by battery or fluorescent signs mounted at deck level indicating the way to the nearest exit
An emergency illumination system that illuminates all deck areas to a minimum
An illumination system for all corridors in cabin areas
Cargo holds on a bulk carrier are washed after discharge, but cargo residues are often found on the tank top when hatches are opened at the load port. What could be the likely cause?
Holds were not inspected thoroughly after cleaning
Due to failure of the bilge eductors
Because of cargo residues falling down due to ship's vibrations during the ballast passage
Because of poor drainage into the bilges
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
A conventional reefer vessel is loading cargo of palletised fruit under controlled atmosphere (CA). Which of the given options is it essential that the deck officer confirms at completion of loading and before applying CA to the cargo?
All of the cargo hatches are sealed properly.
All of the cargo hatches are closed properly.
All personnel are out of the cargo holds.
That there is a tight stow in the cargo hatches.
What are the requirements for the number of portable gas measurement instrument(s) on tankers?
At least one instrument for measuring %LEL and one instrument for measuring volume %
Sufficient number of instruments.
At least 2 portable instruments for measuring flammable vapours.
At least 1 portable instrument for measuring flammable vapours.
What is the main fixed fire-fighting system on a car deck?
Gas tankers are often fitted with fixed water spray system for fire protection purposes for deck areas, deck tanks, deck manifolds and pipelines. What is the minimum required flow rate of water per minute for horizontal and vertical surfaces to ensure adequate, uniform coverage of these areas?
100 litre/m2 per minute for horizontal surfaces and 50 litre/m2 per minute for vertical surfaces.
20 litre/m2 per minute for horizontal surfaces and 10 litre/m2 per minute for vertical surfaces.
10 litre/m2 per minute for horizontal surfaces and 4 litre/m2 per minute for vertical surfaces.
50 litre/m2 per minute for horizontal surfaces and 25 litre/m2 per minute for vertical surfaces.
What must loading instruments on bulk carriers of 150m in length or more display?
Depending upon what cargo is carried permeability of the foremost cargo hold
Ultimate strength of main deck plating
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.
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
How is a steel locking coil lashed?
By metal banding passing over it and through each of the cores of the two coils on which it rests
By metal banding passing over its top in a figure-of-eight and through each of the cores of the two coils on which it rests
By metal banding passing over it across the entire hold
By metal banding passing through its core and through each of the cores of the two coils on which it rests
What does heaving result in?
Shearing of container twistlocks
Vertical accelerations acting along container corner posts
Longitudinal accelerations acting on hatch pontoons
During inspection of the 'tween deck space of a reefer vessel it is observed that there is a gas tight seal fitted to the lids at the floor of the space. Which of the assumptions given in the options can be correctly made about the 'tween deck space, based on this observation?
It is separate from the space above.
It is separate from the space below.
It is common with the space below.
It is common with all spaces in the hatch.
When long-handled pans are in use on the range, how should the handles be positioned?
Long handled pans are prohibited at sea. Only those with small grip side handles can be used.
They should be turned outwards, so they are accessible at all times.
They should be turned inwards, so they are not accidentally caught by people passing by.
They should be wrapped with wet cloths and the pans positioned on the back hot plates, so that they will be safe from passers by but can be picked up at any time.
Generator 1 and 2 are initially working in parallel. Prime-mover 2 suffers a total fuel loss. The likely outcome is:
Generatorset 2 trips on reverse speed
No.1 machine overspeeds and trips out on overload
No.2 generator trips on reverse power
No.1 machine overloads and trips out on overspeed
A cable carries a current of 1500A at 660 Volts and has a voltage drop along it's length of 30volts. Assuming the cable insulation is good enough to work at High Voltage, what would be the voltage drop when supplying the same amount of power at 6600 Volts.
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?
Which of the following statements concerning an accidental oil spill in US waters is true?
The person in charge must report the spill to the US Coast Guard
A warning broadcast must be made by radiotelephone (VHF)
The Corps of Engineers is responsible for the clean up of the oil spill
The Department of Interior is responsible for the clean up of the oil spill
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?
During 'dry lay up' of a main water tube boiler it is necessary to maintain dry, low humidity environment in the water spaces. Which of the chemicals given in the options would best achieve this condition?
You enter a high voltage switchroom and smell rotten eggs. What may this indicate?
Problems with a vacuum circuit breaker
Arcing at badly coupled bus bars
Problems with a gas (SF6) circuit breaker
Some liquefied gas carriers are classed as fully refrigerated. What is the general meaning of the term 'fully refrigerated liquefied gas carrier'?
Any vessel for carrying liquefied gas at low temperature in semi pressurised independent tanks.
A vessel which is designed to carry liquefied gases at low temperature and atmospheric pressure between terminals with fully refrigerated storage tanks and a full onboard cooling plant.
Any vessel which has thermally insulated cargo tanks.
A vessel which can load a cargo of gas at ambient temperature and cool it down to a liquid state.
How should the Bo's'un prepare for anchoring?
The Bo's'un should prepare for anchoring by hoisting the anchor ball
The Bo's'un should prepare for anchoring by walking back the anchor to five shackles in the water
The Bo's'un should prepare for anchoring by applying the windlass brake, then disengaging it
The Bo's'un should prepare for anchoring by lubricating the spurling pipe
The peak pressure (maximum cylinder pressure) is often taken as an indicator of medium speed engine performance along with other parameters. What would be a typical peak pressure for a modern, highly rated, medium speed diesel engine?
Which of the following answers would most appropriately describe shell plating damage to the vessel?
"My vessel has sustained damage to shell plating in way of No. 3 cargo hold"
"My vessel has sustained damage to shell plating below the waterline"
"My vessel has sustained damage to shell plating above the waterline"
"My vessel has sustained damage to shell plating below the waterline in way of No. 3 cargo hold, starboard side"
After a discharge of a cargo of bananas there are a large number of cartons of condemned fruit left on deck. The vessel is not in a special area and is more than 100 miles from land. Select from the options given the most appropriate action to take to dispose of the condemned fruit.
Keep the fruit onboard for crew consumption.
Keep the condemned cargo onboard until it can be landed at a suitable reception facility.
Remove and retain any plastic packaging before dumping the condemned cargo overboard.
Dump the entire condemned cargo, including packaging, overboard and make a note in the Garbage Disposal Log
The internal e.m.f. generated in the phase windings of a lightly loaded a.c. generator is controlled by:
The prime mover speed and excitation current.
The internal volt drop and the load current.
The internal volt drop and the residual magnetism.
The prime mover and load current.
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.
A cofferdam, a pumproom or an empty tank, located between cargo tanks containing cargoes or cargo residues which might react with each other in a hazardous manner, are all acceptable methods of segregation in chemical tanker stowage according to the IBC Code. Which of the following is also acceptable for this purpose?
A cruciform joint, separating two tanks diagonally.
A common bulkhead, provided it is at least 10 mm thick.
An intervening cargo tank containing a mutually compatible cargo or cargo residues.
A common bulkhead, provided it overlaps for less than 15% of the length of the bulkhead on the larger tank.
What measures regarding ship stability should be taken in order to make passenger ships able to withstand critical damage?
Damaged stability to be increased by weight redistribution.
Avoid overloading the ship
Damaged stability to be increased by use of water ballast
Maintain sufficient intact stability
A 3-phase cage rotor induction motor requires protection by a time delay overload trip. What is the reason for this?
It will tolerate fault conditions during start up
It will allow for inrush current or motor specific faults
What will happen when the ship arrives in Rotterdam?
The ship will receive fuel and diesel oil bunkers when it arrives in Rotterdam
The anchor will be tested when the ship arrives in Rotterdam
The navigation lights will be tested when the ship arrives in Rotterdam
The main engine will be tested when the ship arrives in Rotterdam
What is the best method for ensuring that the cylinder powers of a high speed diesel engine, fitted with a monoblock multi-cylinder fuel pump, are correctly balanced?
Measure the maximum pressure of each cylinder to check that they are equal.
Take a set of indicator cards using a mechanical indicator and calculate the cylinder powers.
Check the exhaust temperatures on each cylinder to see if they are equal.
Have the fuel pump phased and calibrated in a test workshop.
The ship is en route. When may passengers visit the bridge?
When the weather is nice and the sea is calm
During daytime if the traffic is smooth
Passengers are not allowed to visit the bridge while the ship is en route
A ship experiences an interaction effect known as "Squat" when moving in shallow water. The amount of Squat is affected by the speed of the vessel through the water. If the speed through the water is HALVED what will be the change in the affect of "Squat"
The squat effect will also be halved.
There will be a significant change in the reduction of underkeel clearance, but the amount varies from ship to ship
There will be very little change to the effects of Squat.
The squat effect will be reduced to a quarter of its original value
The "dew point" of a liquid chemical is often quoted in the documentation relating to its loading and carriage. Which of the following is a definition of "dew point"?
The temperature at which a gas is saturated with respect to a condensable component, as in operational terms is seen at the point when air is saturated with moisture.
The temperature at which dry-ice melts in Acetone.
The temperature at which a condensable component is saturated with respect to a gas, as in operational terms is seen at the point when moisture no longer detectable in air.
The temperature at which a saturated gas exhibits condensation.
On a Bulk Carrier, what should be done if the cargo loading rate exceeds the ballast discharge rate thereby affecting hull stresses?
Notify the port state authority with whom the loading plan has been lodged
Notify the stevedoring foreman
Notify the terminal representative
Lodge note of protest with the terminal
A ship's electrical system operates at 60Hz but when connected to shore supply it is supplied with 50Hz. Which of the following would you expect?
Electric motors will run at increased speed and will tend to overheat.
Generators are more sensitive to reverse power faults.
Electric motors will run at reduced speed and will tend to overheat.
Earth faults are more likely.
When patrolling the car deck during a voyage you should observe the following elements:
Check that fire hoses are connected to the fire hydrants
Any abnormalities such as leakages, fumes, smoke or fire. Check if the lashings need to be tightened on lashed cargo.
heck if all the lights are switched off and the doors are closed
*Which of the following fittings shall be provided to all lifeboats:
an electric power starting system for the propulsion engine with one rechargeable energy source
watertight lockers or compartments
a remotely operated steering arrangement
permanent boarding arrangements on both sides to enable persons in the water to board the lifeboat
With full load on the main engine, the turbocharger tachometer reads: Too low RPM. Why?
Turbocharger need to be cleaned/overhauled.
Damaged connection between pick-up and tachometer unit
Pick up for tachometer is wrongly adjusted
Pick up is not connected to turbocharger
What is the normal procedure for safe operation when one of the main engine fuel pumps is to be put out of action?
Reduce main engine setting to harbor speed
Reduce main engine setting to stop
Reduce main engine setting to dead slow
Would the purification efficiency be improved by an increase in throughput?
Depends on the viscosity.
What would you do if you after starting the separator discovered that the settling tank was full of water
It depends on the installation
Stop the separator and drain the water from the tank
Increase the flow through the separator
Use full separation capacity
In order for fuel oil to burn properly it must
Have sufficient air to support combustion
Have a proper temperature
What is an effective means of measuring total dissolved solids in boiler water?
Not possible to test solids in boiler water.
Correct start up procedure of an oil fired boiler is that the air fan is running for some time, before oil is supplied and ignition occurs. What is the reason for this?
To allow the funnel and air system to cool down by the air before heating is supplied.
For safety reasons, to ensure that all explosive atmosphere inside the boiler is removed.
To allow the heavy fan to reach normal operation speed before load is put to the boiler.
To ensure enough air to ignite the fuel.
The electric motor on one of your centrifugal pumps has for a period of time gradually been running at lower and lower Amp-load. The pump is still supplying water, but the pressure is reduced. Which of the below alternatives is probably the reason?
The pump is running at lower speed due to short circuit in the electric motor.
The pump has suction from many places at the same time.
The pump has been more effective because the suction strainer has been removed.
Inner diameter of impeller is bigger due to cavitations, or outer diameter reduced by erosion.
Indicate the correct name for the tool on the sketch: