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What is the meaning of this symbol ?

Start air supply

Release falls

Fasten seat belts

Secure hatches

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

How many rocket parachute flares are carried in each liferaft with SOLAS B pack?

Nil

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

What is the general requirement for closing mechanisms for in- and outlets of all ventilation systems (ships other than passenger ships carrying more than 36 passengers)? (SOLAS II-2/16.9)

To be remotely controlled from central fire control panel

Automatic closure for each section to be activated by the fire detection and alarm system

Only manually closing mechanism allowed

Closing must be possible from outside the spaces being ventilated

*At what time must the required fixed fire detection and alarm systems with manually operated call points be in operation ?

In ports, if there is less than three responsible members of the crew on duty

During navigation only

At night-time only

At all times

A flame detector is activated by:

The infrared radiation and ultraviolet radiation given off by flames

The rise of the environment temperature

Smoke, gas, sparks and high temperature

The radiation of heat given off by flames

What is the only reliable way of checking that the CO2 cartridge in a "Dry Powder" extinguisher is full?

Remove the cartridge and weigh it as it has the full and empty weights stamped on it.

All of the alternatives are reliable methods.

Lift the extinguisher to check that it still has powder inside it.

Check if the seal on the extinguisher release handle is intact.

*What is the minimum volume of air contained in the cylinders of a SOLAS compliant self-contained compressed-air operated breathing apparatus (SCABA)?

1200 litres

1800 litres

1000 litres

2500 litres

*What is the correct procedure to extinguish a soot fire in the exhaust boiler?

Stop the engine and use the CO2 fixed fire-extinguishing system

Reduce speed and use soot blowers if some are fitted

Stop the engine and let the fire burn out by itself

Increase speed or continue full speed

Give the command after ga+ for the transmission of a ‘store and forward’ –message withradio-telex:

sta…+

tlxstf

tlx..+

stf…+

The display of the DSC-controller on board is showing the following lines: TX call:Selectiveto: 02114200 Category: RoutineUSB:telephony DSC Tx 2189.5 kHz save>send< This DSC-message must be transmitted in the mode:

G3E

F1B

J3E

H3E

If Mouth - to - Mouth (M-T-M) ventilation by itself is unsuccessful and the casualty's heart stops, or has stopped beating, you must perform External Chest Compression (ECC) in conjunction with M-T-M. What is the complete rate when performing ECC?

Complete 15 compressions at the rate of 80 compressions per minute

Complete 10 compressions at the rate of 40 compressions per minute.

Complete 25 compressions at the rate of 75 compressions per minute.

Complete 20 compressions at the rate of 60 compressions per minute.

A strain occurs when a muscle or group of muscles is over- stretched and possibly torn, by violent or sudden movement. Strain can be caused by lifting heavy weights incorrectly. The treatment of strain may be remembered as the word RICE.What is RICE an abbreviation for?

Right Internal Cooperative Ending.

Rubber, Internal, Careful, Estimation.

Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation.

Rest, Injury, Care, Evaluation.

Water Jel is a unique product regarding protection and first aid of burns. Water Jel is delivered in different sizes. Biggest is a carpet with the size 182cm x 152 cm. What is the highest temperature the Water Jel carpet is resistant against?

2500 C

823 C

414 C

1530 C

You are in a position as illustrated. What is the instantaneous oil discharge limit according to MARPOL ?

15 L/nm

120 L/nm

30 L/nm

60 L/nm

MARPOL 73/78 - Annex IV. Your ship has in operation an approved sewage treatment plant certified by the Administration. During discharge, while vessel is awaiting pilot off Cape Henry, USA, the surrounding water is discoloured. What kind of action would be appropriate to take?

Reduce discharge rate in order to have less discolouration of surrounding water.

Continue discharge since Annex IV of MARPOL is internationally not yet in force.

Continue discharge since the treatment plant is of an approved type.

Stop discharge.

Give the meaning of the following symbol

Foam valve

B class fire door self closing

Closing appliance for exterior

A class fire door self closing

In the situation shown, the bow of your ship is pushed away from the bank. How can you handle this?

Give hard port rudder to get the ship back in the middle of the channel

Give starboard rudder in order to balance the force of the bank effect and rudder effect

Put your engine full astern to stop your ship

Do nothing as the ship will handle itself

If you are called upon to reeve a new wire onto a selfstowing winch drum you would, after looking at brake arrangement, reeve it to pay out as follows:

Direction B.

Direction A.

Doesn-t matter which direction.

Depends on the lay of the wire strands.

When ship to ship operations are being carried out at anchor, anchor watch duties are as follows irrespective of which ships anchor is down:

Anchor watch responsibility rests with the offtake vessel.

Anchor watch responsibility rests with the discharging vessel (which, we shall assume, has its anchor down).

Anchor watch responsibility rests with both vessels, each with its own watch.

Anchor watch not kept as duty officer will be on deck.

According to the rules of GMDSS the required radio-equipment depends mainly on:

Don't know

the tonnage of the vessel

the l.o.a. of the vessel

the sea area of the vessel

Inter-ship traffic at sea should preferably take place on:

Don't know

VHF channel 10 or 13

VHF channel 06 or 08

VHF channel 77 or 72

What statement is correct with frequency modulation?

The amplitude fluctuating an LF-rhythm

The amplitude remain constant

The frequency is constant

Frequency modulation is often applied in the maritime VHF-range (band)

In maritime radio-communication by “low power” given by a nautical phone is meant a transmitting power of:

1,0 – 1,5 watt

Don't know

O,5 watt maximum

0,5 – 1,0 watt

*How much liferaft capacity should be provided on a conventional cargo ship of more than 85 meters in length.

75% of the complement on each side of the ship

100% of the complement if it can be readily launched on either side of the ship. If it cannot be readily launched on either side, 100% must be provided on each side

50% of the complement on each side of the ship

25% of the complement on each side of the ship

A lifejacket should be provided with:

on ships built after February 1992 all lifejackets should be fitted with a light

a whistle and a light

a whistle

a light

Which item among those below is included in the normal equipment of every rescue boat ?

one set of fishing tackle

watertight receptacles containing water for each person

two tin-openers

one whistle or equivalent

Which item among those below is included in the normal equipment of every liferaft ?

two painters of a length equal to not less than the distance from the stowage position of the liferaft to the waterline

four rocket parachute flares

one searchlight which can work continuously for not less than 3 hoursc

one boat-hook

Having boarded the liferaft, how do you release the painter?

Cut it with the axe provided

Let go the quick release toggle

Wait for it to break as it is provided with a weak link

Cut it with the safety knife stowed on the exterior of the canopy close to the painter attachment point

Part of the outer surface of a refrigeration compressor crankcase and the refrigerant return line near the compressor ice up heavily during normal operation. Which of the options given is the most likely cause of this problem?

The oil separator is not functioning correctly and is allowing lubricating oil to pass into the system.

The seawater flow control valve for the condenser is faulty allowing insufficient cooling water flow.

The superheat control setting for the thermostatic expansion valve is set too low.

The filter drier unit in the liquid line is partly blocked.

A bulk cargo vessel is found to be 4.0 centimetres over her maximum loadline draft after loading; what should be the actions of the master?

Record a lower draught and sail

There is not a problem as over loading is permitted

Order the pumping out of fresh water or ballast until the maximum allowed loadline is achieved.

Inform the port authorities and sail

When a container is damaged en route, who should be asked to attend on board at the next port?

A surveyor representing the vessel’s P. & I. Club

A surveyor representing the vessel’s hull & machinery underwriters

The classification society surveyor

A surveyor representing the consignee

Following complete shut down of the steam plant, the boiler has been heated in accordance with the correct starting up procedure, and the steam pressure is rising. What is the correct procedure to be adopted when opening the main steam valve to the range?

Use the main steam valve bypass/warming through line to gradually heat up the steam range with the drains open before opening the main valve.

Open the main valve a little bit to allow the range to heat up.

Open the main valve as quickly as possible to get rid of any water that has collected in the steam range.

Don't open the main valve until the boiler reaches normal working pressure.

What are the required data inputs into most gyro compasses to reduce any possible compass error?

All of the data in the suggested answers

Latitude and Speed

Maximum helm angle and rolling period

Deviation and Variation

A chlorine carrier must be equipped with a chlorine absorption plant connected to the cargo tanks and cargo lines. What is the gas detectors alarm setting?

10 ppm.

20 ppm.

5 ppm.

15 ppm.

Double-bottom tanks of a General Cargo ship are to be ballasted with sea water; which of the following are the most important checks to be made ?

All air vent pipes open and clear, pipeline valves open to correct tanks and other tank valves checked closed

All air vent pipes open and clear, pipeline valves closed to correct tanks and other tank valves checked open

All air vent pipes closed ,pipeline valves open to correct tanks and other tank valves checked closed

All air vent pipes open and clear, pipeline valves open to all tanks

Where do ships encounter pirates?

Ships encounter pirates off the Indian coastline

Ships encounter pirates off West Africa

Ships encounter pirates in the North Pacific ocean

Ships encounter pirates in the South Atlantic ocean

Who is responsible for maintaining the vessel's structural strenght?

The Shipyard

The Flag State Administration

The Master

The Shipping Company and the Classification Society

What are the type of signal output is derived from a NiCr/Ni thermocouple?

mA.

Ohm.

mV.

Watt

Who is responsible for maintaining the vessel's structural strenght?

The Shipping Company and the Classification Society

The Shipyard

The Master

The Flag State Administration

Information about your ship’s security arrangements and procedures is stored electronically. Which of these measures will help safeguard it from potential threats?

Work history verification

Encoded email messages

Protective markings

Passwords

The following vessels are all required to make the same sound signal when in or near an area of restricted visibility: a vessel not under command; a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre; a vessel constrained by her draught / a sailing vessel; a vessel engaged in fishing; a vessel engaged in towing or pushing another vessel. What is that signal?

One prolonged blast, followed by two short blasts, at intervals of not more than two minutes.

One prolonged blast, followed by two short blasts, at intervals of not more than one minute.

One prolonged blast at intervals at not more than two minutes.

Two prolonged blasts, followed by one short blast, at intervals of not more than two minutes.

You are on a power-driven vessel underway in open water. You sight these lights on the port bow, on a steady bearing. The distance is closing. What are you looking at and what action will you take in compliance with the International Regulations for Preventing Collision at Sea?

This is a power-driven vessel, more than 50 metres in length or less than 50 metres in length and showing a second masthead light, restricted in her ability to manoeuvre. The sidelight of a second vessel can be seen beyond her. Under rule 18, I am obliged to keep clear of the first vessel and will therefore take appropriate avoiding action.

This is a power-driven vessel engaged in towing, less than 50 metres in length, length of tow under 200 metres and the tow, both being restricted in their ability to manoeuvre, seen from the starboard side. Under rule 18, I am required to keep clear and will take appropriate avoiding action.

This is a power-driven vessel engaged in towing, more than 50 metres in length or less than 50 metres in length and showing a second masthead light, length of tow 200 metres or more, not under command. I will keep clear under rule 27.

This is a power-driven vessel engaged in towing, more than 50 metres in length or less than 50 metres in length and showing a second masthead light and the tow, the combined length of which is under 200 metres. The towing vessel is restricted in her ability to manoeuvre. I am seeing their starboard sides. The bearing is steady and risk of collision therefore exists. I will maintain my course and speed under rule 17.

Why do all gas carriers have deepwell or submersible cargo pumps?

The use of electric motors.

It is not permitted to have cargo pomp-room below the upper deck.

To avoid having cargo pipes in cargo tanks.

It is cheaper and less complicated than pump-room.

In the figure is shown the direction of possible mooring lines from the stern of a vessel, when moored port side alongside a jetty. Which letter shows the direction which would be used by a "STERN LINE"?

The Stern Line is indicated by D, in the figure

The Stern Line is indicated by A, in the figure

The Stern Line is indicated by C, in the figure

The Stern Line is indicated by B, in the figure

Which of the given options can be considered to be the most important physical property of a liquefied gas?

Its unsaturated vapour density.

Its saturated vapour pressure/temperature relationship.

Its latent heat.

Its molecular structure.

Fully pressurised ships are fitted with type "C" tanks. What is the normal design pressure?

Design pressure of about 12 barg

Design pressure of about 2 barg

Design pressure of about 15 barg

Design pressure of about 18 barg.

What is the main fixed fire-fighting system on a car deck?

Water sprinkling

Halon

CO2

Dry powder

Electric arc welding is to be carried out in the machinery spaces other than the workshop. Which of the alternatives below would be the correct procedure for the connection of the "return" cable to the welding set?

Weld a stud bolt close to the work piece and connect the return cable to this.

Connect the return clamp direct to the work piece and welding set via a cable of suitable length.

Any of the listed alternatives.

Have a short length of cable permanently connected to the ships structure close to the welding set.

Signals used by aircraft engaged in search and rescue operations to direct ships towards an aircraft, ship or person in distress. What is the meaning of the signal?

Medical assistance required

Landing is highly dangerous

The assistance of the vessel is no longer required

The aircraft is directing a vessel towards an aircraft or vessel in distress

The benefits of emergency response plans are only realized if:

survival craft are launched

escape routes are used

lifejackets are put on

the crew carries out the plans

The operation of a diesel engine is controlled by a mechanical-hydraulic, compensated speed sensing governor. How will the governor control be affected if the compensation needle valve is closed in and the engine load changes?

The governor will hunt resulting in erratic engine speed control.

Engine speed control will be sluggish.

A change in load will not affect a speed sensing governor.

Altering the compensation needle valve has no effect on speed control.

How many lifejackets are required in a passenger cabin?

At least 2

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

During a ballast voyage, the fuel consumption is noticeable higher than normal and all pressures and temperatures is normal, may the reason to this be:

Fouling of the hull

Opposing sea current

Long time since the last overhaul.

Water in the fuel.

The wheatstone resistance bridge is often used for measuring resistances in, forexample, Pt 100 temperature sensors or strain gauges. This figure shows such a bridge. Under what conditions will the bridge be balanced? i.e. the current through the meter i(m) = 0.

R1 / R4 = R2 / R3

R1 / R2 = R3 / R4

R1+ R3 = R2+ R4

R1 * R3 = R2 * R4

On oil tankers, what is generally used to control the safety of the atmosphere in the cargo tanks?

Inert Gas

Water

Nitrogen

Hydrogen Sulphide

On a Container vessel, what should a crew member do if a tank container on deck is found with a leaking valve?

Close the leaking valve

Wash away the leaking contents immediately

Raise an alarm

Report it immediately to the duty officer

On a RoRo vessel, where is the best place to find information on loading ramp limitations?

In the stability booklet

In the company's safety instructions

In the loading ramp manual

Too high exhaust temperature in one cylinder becomes because of:

Nozzle ring of turbocharger fouled or partially choked.

Scavenge ports dirty.

Compression pressure too low.

Speed governor defective.

Furniture in stairways and corridors shall be kept to a minimum on board passenger ships, why?

Escape routes must be clear of obstructions and also due to fire protection

It is not allowed to sit in stairways and corridors

Due to fire protection

Passengers will most probably sleep in stairways and corridors if they are furnished

Car decks on board ro-ro passenger ships are nomally closed during sea passage. Why are passengers not allowed to be on the car-deck during sailing?

Vehicles and other cargo can shift when the ship is rolling. Persons may be trapped between vehicles or cargo.

To prevent burglary and damage to cars

If the car decks are empty, it will be easier for the crew to locate all passengers in case of an emergency

In case of an emergency situation it can be difficult for passengers to escape. Vehicles, lorries, trailers and other cargo are maybe lashed and it is a substantial chance for passengers to get injured. Vehicles and other cargo might also shift when the ship is rolling.

What is the boiling temperature of methane at atmospheric pressure?

-43 C.

-162 C.

-152 C.

-172 C.

A bulk cargo of Coal is to be loaded in Australia for Europe; the coal is declared as having a high moisture content (but less than the transportable moisture Limit (TML)); what must the Master ensure?

The bilges should have been sealed prior to loading

The bilges must not be pumped out

The bilges must be pumped out regularly

All cargo hold bilges are sounded daily and the amount of water logged; the bilges can then be pumped out.

What would be the effect of a large GM on a ro-ro vessel?

The possibility of assuming an angle of loll

A stiff ship with a quick roll period

An adverse affect on seaworthiness

The possibility of capsizing

Passenger ship engaged in international voyages shall carry through a muster for all passengers. At what latest time after embarkation shall the muster take place?

Before departure

No time limit

4 hours after the passengers embarked

Within 24 hours after the passengers embarked

The wire mesh guards for the fans of refrigerated containers sometimes have coloured ribbons tied to them. Which of the options is the reason for fitting these ribbons?

To indicate if the fan is running too slowly.

To indicate that the fan is running in the correct direction.

To indicate to the crew that the fan is running as a safety consideration.

To indicate that the fan is running at the correct speed.

Before a solid bulk cargo is loaded, the Master and shore representative must agree a loading plan which covers which of the following aspects?

Sequence of loading

Maximum permissible forces and moments on the ship

Quantity and rate of loading the cargo

All of the items specified in the possible answers

The typical “daylight-frequencies” for long distance transmission are located in the:

16 or 22 MHz-band

Don't know

8 or 12 MHz-band

4 or 6 MHz-band

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.

On a flue gas plant, the flue gas enters a washing tower where the gas is washed to remove soot, ashes and to separate undesired gases. What is the name of this «washing tower»?

Inert gas washer.

The washing tower.

Scrubber.

Cleaning tower.

With which particular form of food poisoning are cream-filled confectionary items particularly associated?

Clostridium botulinum

Salmonella enteritidis

Staphylococcal enterotoxin

Norwalk gastrointestinal virus

To Sweep the Ship in an emergency means that crewmembers are:

giving safety announcements from the bridge

sounding alarm bells from the bridge

searching for passengers in cabins or other hidden places onboard

directing passenger crowds to muster and embarkation stations

Is it permitted to load fully refrigerated propane directly onto a fully pressurised LPG carrier without additional conditioning of the cargo or cargo spaces?

Only if the loading rate is kept below 100m3/h.

Only if the cargo containment system is designed for temperatures of minus 48 degrees C or less.

Fully refrigerated propane can be loaded directly onto this type of vessel under any circumstances

Only if the vessel is equipped with cargo cooling plant

What does the term "Dead Ship" mean?

"Dead Ship" means that the ship cannot make way through the water

"Dead Ship" means that the ship is aground

"Dead Ship" means that auxiliary machinery is not operational

"Dead Ship" means that the machinery and boilers are inoperational due to lack of electrical power

Compressed air for instrument and control purposes needs to be of high quality. In order to condition the air filter modules are usually fitted to remove the contaminants. If there is evidence of oil carry over to the final elements in the instrumentation air system what is the most likely cause?

The coalescer module is saturated and requires renewal.

The drier section of the module needs to be regenerated.

The air compressor piston rings need to be renewed.

The particle removal module is choked.

What is the Centre of Floatation of a General cargo Vessel?

The centroid of the ship's waterplane area

The amidships section at any given waterplane

The centroid of the ship's underwater volume

The centroid of the ship's half waterplane area

How should a crew member on duty prevent scratching vehicles?

By removing his safety helmet when approaching a vehicle

By maintaining a safe distance from all vehicles

By wearing gloves at all times

By not wearing or carrying any external metal accessories

The specified maximum working pressure of a cargo hose in service on a chemical tanker should be at least which of the following?

1/3 design burst pressure.

10 bar gauge.

12 bar gauge.

5 bar gauge.

What is the disadvantage of using High Tensile Steel (HTS) in the construction of bulk carriers?

HTS is prone to fatigue cracking

When compared with mild steel HTS increases the lightship displacement

HTS does not form a proper bond with paint coatings

HTS is prone to pitting

What is this?

The identification stamp placed in the passport of a stowaway by an Immigration Officer to indicate that his or her nationality is "unknown".

The "Unitary Nomenclature" symbol placed alongside the name of a dangerous cargo in shipping documents to indicate that it appears on the list of approved international shipping names.

The United Nations stamp used for endorsing international shipping certificates.

The United Nations Packaging symbol used for Dangerous Goods.

What prevents hatch cover panels from lifting in a seaway on a General Cargo vessel?

The hatch compression bars

The hatch cover hydraulic system

The hatch cover cleats and cross-wedges

The hatch cleats

When can a partly loaded bulk cargo space be entered when the vessel is at sea?

At any time

On instructions from the CPO (Bosun)

In no circumstances except possibly in an emergency

For hatch cleaning purposes

In a single side skin bulk carrier of 180m in length constructed in 2001 and carrying cargo of density 1,780 kg/m3, or above, which cargo hold is strengthened to withstand flooding?

The aftermost cargo hold

The ballast hold

The midships cargo hold

The foremost cargo hold

In which situation might you have to use non-verbal communication with passengers?

There is an explosion in the cargo hold.

You are outside in a severe storm.

The ship's electrical system has failed.

The ship's communication system is not working.

What does the image indicate?

The image indicates a passenger ship coming alongside

The image indicates a passenger ship moored port side alongside

The image indicates a passenger ship moored starboard side alongside

The image indicates a passenger ship letting go her mooring lines

How can we maintain necessary NPSH?

By control of liquid temperature

By reducing vapour pressure

By increasing pump rpm

By control of liquid flow

What would be considered as vital areas for the ratings to keep under constant watch during SPM loading operations?

Forecastle head, manifolds, maindeck?

A-deck alley way, accommodation ladder, radio station?

Pump room, engine room, galley, firestations?

Bridge, cargo control room, poopdeck?

A common expression is for example 2 across. What does this mean.

The tanks crosswise from no. 2 tanks.

All wing tanks.

CT2, WT2 port, WT2 starboard.

All centre tanks.

When commence discharging with a centrifugal pump, which valve is the last to be opened?

No particular order.

The tank’s suction valve.

The manifold valve.

The pump’s delivery valve (discharging valve).

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