The test consists of random questions on a selected topic.
“Fading” can partially be compensated by:
What is false regarding the function :” Transmission and reception of signals for locating ”
On area A2 this function is based on the use of SART transponders
On all areas this function is based on the use of S band radars
On area A3 and A4 this function is based on the use of SARSAT COSPAS Epirb
On area A1 this function is based on the use of SART transponders
On board they want to establish a telex connection by HF-set with the ship Apollogracht. In the guides you find for the Apollogracht the following ID’s:244320000, 424432010, 424432020, 1300210, 36715. What ID should be chosen:
What is the MARPOL definition of a "solidifying substance"?
A noxious liquid substance which, in the case of a substance with a melting point of less than 20°C which is at a temperature of less than 10°C above its melting point at the time of unloading, or in the case of a substance with a melting point equal to or greater than 20°C, is at a temperature of less than 15°C above its melting point at the time of unloading.
A noxious liquid which will crystallise and eventually bond into solid form at ambient, or less than ambient temperatures unless an external heat source is applied.
A noxious liquid substance which, in the case of a substance with a melting point of less than 15°C which is at a temperature of less than 5°C above its melting point at the time of unloading, or in the case of a substance with a melting point equal to or greater than 15°C which is at a temperature of less than 10°C above its melting point at the time of unloading.
A noxious liquid substance which will cystallise and eventually bond into solid form if exposed to an external heat source.
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.
Where should the placard you are shown be located, according to U.S. Coast Guard regulations ? (Title 33-Navigation and Navigable waters, § 155.440 )
In a conspicuous place at the bilge and ballast pump control station
In a conspicuous place in each machinery space
Both in a conspicuous place in each machinery space and in a conspicuous place at the bilge and ballast pump control station
In celestial navigation the angle measured westward from the first point of aries to the hour circle of the body along the celestial equator is known as:
Which of the four calculations below is the correct set up, if you want to find observed latitude when the sun is on the meridian?
Calculation 2 is correct.
Calculation 4 is correct.
Calculation 3 is correct.
Calculation 1 is correct.
The OOW is expected to double-check the whole voyage plan?
How much time can be saved by use of weather routing?
In which waters are piracy attacks most frequent?
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 name of the device used for supervising all the ballast water to be pumped over board?
Ballast Supervising Monitor. (BSM).
Oil Detection Monitoring Equipment.(ODME).
Ballast Handling Monitor.(BHM).
What is the purpose of the purge gas condenser fitted to some liquefied gas carrier reliquefaction plants?
It is used to condense all of the cargo vapours that have been used in purging a cargo tank.
It is used to generate the cargo vapours required for purging the cargo tanks.
It is used to condense out any nitrogen or inert gas that has collected in the main condenser.
It is used to condense out any cargo vapours which have passed through the main condenser with incondensable gases.
The crane on a General Cargo Ship is designed for Grab Service with a hoisting load of 16 tonnes including grab weight. Grab weight: 8 tons, Grab cubic: 10 m3. You are going to discharge a cargo of dry minerals having a stowage factor of between 0.7 - 0
Which of the following can cause an unprecedented list at sea?
Which of the following parameters will result in oscillation
What would indicate that the cargo holds are not properly sealed?
When dew point temperatures inside cargo holds are the same as when the cargoes were loaded
When dew point temperatures inside cargo holds remain the same despite cargo hold ventilation
When dew point temperatures inside and outside the cargo holds are closely matched
When dew point temperatures inside and outside the cargo holds are substantially different
What should be observed concerning a ship's water tight integrity?
That all water tight ramps and doors are locked and secured at sea
The ramp is in stowed position
That all emergency exit doors are locked and secured
When a ship is switching from ammonia to LPG virtually all traces of vapours must be removed. What is the allowable concentration of ammonia vapour in the tank prior to loading the next cargo?
Less than 20 parts per million.
Less than 5 parts per million.
Less than 50 parts per million.
Less than 100 parts per million.
What does the IMSBC Code emphasise with reference to the exposure of personal to the dust created when carrying some bulk cargoes?
The code does not make any reference to this hazard
A high standard of personal hygiene
The responsibility of the Master to ensure that staff are wearing the correct clothing
The restricted loading of certain cargoes which may be excessively dusty
On the bridge of a RoRo vessel, which of the following doors have no open/closed bridge indicator requirements?
Doors leading into the engine room
Hinged doors in watertight bulkheads
Shell doors and stern ramps
Sliding doors in watertight bulkheads
This circuit symbol is an amplifier system and its frequency response diagram. Which control function is the system performing?
Proportional + derivate (PD)
Proportional + integral (PI)
Proportional + integral + derivate (PID)
When opening hatch covers on a General Cargo vessel, what would indicate that there was ingress of water into the cargo holds during the voyage?
Evenly-distributed rust spots around the cargo hold
Evenly-distributed rust spots on cargo
Bright rust streaks on hatch coamings
What is the expected state of the refrigerant immediately before the expansion valve in a vapour - compression refrigeration system?
Cargo compressors are often used to handle cargo vapour on LPG carriers. How is liquid cargo prevented from entering the suction side of the cargo compressor?
By filling the vapour line between the cargo tank and the compressor with silica gel.
By fitting a liquid separator in the vapour line between the cargo tank and the compressor
By fitting a drain valve on the vapour line between the cargo tank and the compressor which is left open when the compressor is operating.
By fitting a drier in the vapour line between the cargo tank and the compressor.
As well as having temperature sensors located in the cargo holds some reefer vessels are also fitted with ethylene sensors. Why is it useful to have information regarding the ethylene content in a reefer vessel cargo hold when carrying fruit cargoes?
The ethylene content must be maintained to help ripen the fruit during the sea voyage.
Some fruit cargoes are sensitive to ethylene and the quality of the cargo can deteriorate as they may over-ripen.
The ethylene content can be used as a guide as to when air change fans need to run.
The ethylene content is beneficial to perishable cargoes in transit so the content needs to be monitored in case the level falls.
Which of the following is a definition of the "Proper Shipping Name", as found in the IMDG Code?
The name to be used in any documentation relating to the transportation of the dangerous substance, material or article, such as on forms, labels and placards.
The correct chemical name of a potentially hazardous material, as identified from the Chemical Cargo List.
The name under which a dangerous material, substance or article is
Prior to arrival at a US port from a foreign port, the USCG requires:
24 hour notice of arrival
48 hours notice of arrival
96 hours notice of arrival
72 hours notice of arrival
What is a low location lighting system?
A light system powered by battery or fluorescent signs mounted at deck level indicating the way to the nearest exit
A system displaying the escape route from all cabins by light points in the ceiling, powered by battery
An illumination system for all corridors in cabin areas
An emergency illumination system that illuminates all deck areas to a minimum
The decision to abort a proposed or ongoing ship to ship mooring or cargo transfer operation rests solely with:
The Sen.Off.Deck of the constant direction or anchored vessel which is to discharge the cargo.
The Pilot, if one is present on either ship.
Either of the Sen.Off.Deck if he feels the situation is heading out of control due to bad weather, bad manoeuvring, or for any other reason.
The Sen.Off.Deck of the manoeuvring or offtake vessel.
After discharging petcoke and washing the cargo holds in the Mediterranean Sea where can a vessel bound for Aden discharge the cargo residue?
When checking the cylinder pressures of a 6 cylinder medium speed diesel engine it is found that one of the cylinders has a high maximum pressure. What is the most likely cause of this?
Fuel pressure to the engine is too high.
Exhaust valve on the cylinder with the high pressure is leaking.
Fuel timing to that cylinder too far advanced.
Fuel timing to that cylinder too far retarded.
During bilge pumping operations the pump suction gauge indicates a high vacuum. What is the most likely cause of the high vacuum reading?
A glogged bilge strainer.
A hole in the suction line.
The cargo tanks for liquefied gas carriers are grouped into 4 types depending on the survival capability requirements. Which of tank types is suited for the carriage of all cargoes listed in chapter 19 of the IMO IGC Code from a survival capability aspect?
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
You must not attempt to move a casualty carelessly, if you suspect patient with:
The diagram shows a the symbol for a component from a hydraulic circuit. What component does it represent?
A directional control valve.
On the figure 4 possible definitions of the term "BOW/STEM" are given. Which one is the correct one?
Bow/stem is given by B on the figure
Bow/stem is given by A on the figure
Bow/stem is given by D on the figure
Bow/stem is given by C on the figure
Which of the following food types are good sources of polyunsaturated and monosaturated fatty acids?
Meat products, such as pies, re-formed joints and burgers
Fish, nuts and vegetables
Sugar, chocolate and pectin
By what name are the regulations which control the discharge of noxious substances and prevent pollution from ships known?
The International Marine Pollution Prevention Laws
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.
What is the minimum value of the GM under the international Load Line Rules?
What is the minimum number of ”Firemen’s outfit” on gas tanker, above 5,000 m3, carrying flammable products?
2 sets of Firemen’s outfits
4 sets of Firemen’s outfits
3 sets of Firemen’s outfits
5 sets of Firemen’s outfits
A ro-ro unit weighing 2mt is to be loaded athwartships and lashed by belts of SWL 0.6mt. How many lashing belts should be used to secure the unit?
Which of the following type of crude oil requires special consideration in terms of carriage and cleaning?
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.
Zener barriers are sometimes used to supply power to electronic equipment in hazardous areas. Which statement is correct with regards to power supply for equipment supplied through Zener-barriers?
The 0-volts line must always be grounded.
The +24V must always be grounded.
The 0-voltage must never be grounded.
The - 24V must never be grounded.
How would you arrive at the ‘Stowage Factor’ of a carogo commodity?
By dividing the volume of the space by the tonnage of the commodity
By dividing the area of the space by the tonnage of the commodity
By dividing the gross tonnage of the space by the area of the commodity
By dividing the gross tonnage of the space by the volume of the commodity
What standing instruction should be given to prevent a possible blackout on board a ro-ro vessel?
To check with the duty engineer prior to switching on motors or other machinery that take a heavy load
To check with the duty engineer prior to taking steps in correcting the vessel’s list
To use minimum deck lighting at night
To switch off lights in idle cargo holds
You are to load a cargo of Cyclohexanol to tanks 2, 3 and 4 centre and 2 and 4 wing tanks. The lines to these tanks are all connected at the manifold with flexible hoses and are all capable of being isolated with the exception of 2 centre, which has therefore been designated as the last tank to load. What will you do with the other tanks as they complete loading?
Close only the tank loading valves, so that pressure remains constant around the pipeline system and flexible hoses. Continue to monitor the cargo levels in the finished tanks to ensure that the high-level alarms are not activated as the ship's trim changes.
Close only the corresponding manifold cross-over valves as the tanks finish, so that the pressure in the lines equalises with the pressures in the tanks. Re-check the ullages at the end of loading as they will have changed as the trim of the ship has changed.
Close the tank loading valves, then close the appropriate manifold cross-over valves. After a few minutes, re-open the tank loading valves and leave them like this until cargo operations are completed, to ensure they drain fully. Re-check the ullages at the end of loading and then close the tank loading valves.
Close the appropriate manifold cross-over valves and tank loading valves as each tank finishes. Continue to monitor the cargo levels in the finished tanks to ensure that the valves are not passing.
Which of the 4 alternatives shows the symbol for a PNP transistor?
What are the main elements in a damage control plan?
A damage control plan is the same as an emergency plan
Arrangements for correction of list due to flooding within 15 minutes
Boundaries of the watertight compartments for decks and holds. Position of controls for opening and closing of watertight compartments. Arrangement for correction of list due to flooding.
Instructions and procedures for reporting damage to the Company
Indicate the correct name for the part marked on the sketch:
A General Cargo vessel has 50 tonne SWL heavy lift derrick; a load of 48 tonnes is to be loaded ;the lifting gear of slings and spreader bar weighs 4 tonnes ; which of the following statements is correct?
The load cannot be loaded because the combined weight of the load and the lifting gear must at least 10% less than the SWL of the derrick
The load cannot be loaded because the combined weight of the load and the lifting gear will exceed the SWL by two tonnes
The load can be loaded because the load itself is less than the SWL of the derrick
The load can be loaded because the SWL can sometimes be exceeded by small amounts in cargo operations
This figure shows a transformer, with two windings, N(1) = 2000 and N(2) = 1000 turns, on a common magnetic circuit. Assume that there is no energy loss in the transformer itself. Calculate the current I(2) when the current I(1) = 2 A.
What name is given to the process on an oil tanker, when inert gas is being blown into a cargo tank, to reduce the level of oxygen it contains?
What can be done to minimize the reduction of GM due to free surface?
Close all watertight doors.
Reduce the number of slack tanks.
Load liquids into only one tank at a time
Load fluids only into tanks with transverse subdivision bulkheads
Will it matter to the accuracy of the measurement how you install a resistance element in a thermo-well
Will only result in mechanical problems
Will have a minor influence on the measurement
Wrong installation will result in a major deviation in measurement
You are going to inspect a fresh water tank together with one of the Engineers. Is it safe enough to open the manhole and enter the tank (it is only fresh water) or do you have to take extra precautions before entering?
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
Bring a flashlight and put on safety shoes
Use a breathing apparatus if the oxygen level is below 21%
Remember to have a colleague standing by to assist you if any problems
Which of the given statements is true in relation to the features and operation of a 4 stroke diesel engine ?
4 stroke engines are not required to have crankcase relief valves fitted.
The camshaft rotates with half the RPM of the crankshaft in a 4 stroke engine.
A 4 stroke engine always has scavenge ports near the bottom of the cylinder liner.
A 4 stroke engine has an ignition towards the end of every upward stroke of the piston.
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
When does wind force cause heeling moments on a container ship?
When on-deck containers are block-stowed
Whenever wind speeds exceed 70 knots
Whenever wind speeds exceed 60 knots
When the on-deck containers present a certain profile to the wind direction
A refrigerated container is loaded onto the deck of a conventional reefer vessel and landed on flat dunnage. Select, from the options given, the most appropriate and quickest method of securing the container onto the deck.
Patented chain and tension bars.
Wire rope, wire clamps and turnbuckles.
An inspection in the amidships area of the weather deck of a Panamax container vessel has revealed cracks in the hatch coamings. Which part of the vessel should now urgently be inspected.
Transverse bulkhead beneath the bridge front.
Longitudinals in the double bottom tanks in the amidships half length of the vessel.
Transverse bulkhead immediately aft of the engine room.
Stiffening in the forepeak tank at approximately water line level.
What must be completed before the commencement of any transfer operation on an oil tanker?
The record of running hours of each cargo pump.
The log book entries for Immigration and Customs Clearance.
The Cargo Surveyor's time sheet.
The Safety Checklist or Declaration of Inspection.
Which of these statements is incorrect with regard to the loading of bagged fishmeal?
The antioxidant should not be less than 650ppm
The fat content should be less than 15%
The antioxidant should not be less than 100ppm
The moisture content should be between 6 and 12%
On a conventional reefer vessel carrying palletised cargo, dunnage bags (air bags) are used to prevent the pallets from moving during bad weather. Assuming that the air bags are correctly positioned and inflated, select, from the options given, the other important function provided by these bags
They will help to achieve a good stowage factor.
They will prevent short circuiting of the cold air.
They will prevent chafing between the pallets
They will protect the ships structure.
As per SOLAS a fast rescue boats shall be capable of:
Manoeuvring for at least 8 hrs at a speed of 10 knots
Manoeuvring for at least 4 hrs at a speed of 20 knots in calm water
Manoeuvring for at least 4 hrs at a speed of 8 knots
Manoeuvring for at least 4 hrs at a speed of 4 knots
According to "Summary of minimum requirements" in the IGC Code, what is the requirement for vapour detection for methane (LNG) cargoes?
Flammable and toxic detection.
Flammable vapour detection.
How should lashing belts be stowed on board a RoRo vessel?
According to their Safe Working Load (SWL)
According to their date of manufacture
According to the manufacturer
In the diagram, which letter is indicating the position "MIDSHIPS"?
Midships is indicated by B, in the figure
Midships is indicated by D, in the figure
Midships is indicated by A, in the figure
Midships is indicated by C, in the figure
What is understood by the term, "The Lee Side"?
Lee Side is the Port side of the vessel
Lee Side is the side that faces the wind
Lee Side is the side that faces away from the wind
Lee Side is the Starboard side of the vessel
During maintenance work in the engine room an access ladder and platform have been removed to allow work to be carried out on a pipe. When breaking for lunch what action should be taken to make the worksite safe?
Close off the area with rope or tape and put out warning signs that work is in progress.
Refit the access ladder and platform securely and remove it again after lunch.
Loosely refit the platform and ladder.
Leave one man to carry on working on his own and to warn anyone entering the engineroom that work is ongoing.
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
What should be done prior to loading structural steel products on a General Cargo Vessel?
Dunnage of 7.5cm x 7.5cm cross section should be laid athwartships over the tank top about 3m apart
Dunnage should be laid fore and aft over the tank top
16mm wire cables should be laid athwartships over the tank top about 3m apart
16mm wire cables should be laid fore and aft over the tank top about 3m apart
In a two stage compressor you will find pistons with different diameters (one is bigger than the other).Which one of the following statements is correct ?
The smallest diameter piston is the stage two piston
A big piston will give less oil content in the air.
A big piston will deliver dryer air into stage one.
The biggest diameter piston is the stage two piston.
All cargo hatch covers on a bulk carrier are to be hose tested in the presence of a surveyor, prior to loading a cargo of steel coils; what should be done to the hatch covers before the test?
Hatch covers in open position
Hatch cover to be lowered by jacks onto seals but not secured
Hatch cover in normal port condition ready to open
Fully secured to a sea- going condition with all side cleats ( if any) fitted
A Ship Security Assessment is integral to the creation of your ship’s security plan.
What information is required on passengers prior to departure?
All persons on board shall be counted and details of persons who have declared a need for special care or assistance in emergency situations shall be recorded and communicated to the Master
The safety officer shall count the number of passengers
Details and number of persons who have declared a need for special care or assistance in emergency situations shall be recorded and communicated to the Master
It is sufficient to count the number of passengers prior to departure
What means of communication shall be provided to each member of the fire patrol?
Telephones in public spaces
Emergency telephones and Public Address system
What would be the most probable cause if the exhaust gas from a diesel engine looked a bit blue in colour?
Clogged charge air cooler.
Engine burning too much lubricating oil.
What should be done if the surface of the loading ramp is oily?
Immediately clean the oil-affected area(s)
Allow cargo operations to continue in the usual manner
Stop cargo operations and inform the master
Wash the oil-affected area(s) using a fire hose
How is the bilge pump protected from cargo debris being sucked in from the bilges?
Filter in the bilge suction pipeline
Keeping the bilge space clean at all times
Which controller must be tuned first in a cascade control system?
Why should cargo residues be removed from bilge wells?
Because corrosion will occur
Because bilge sounding pipes could become blocked
Because moisture levels will increase in the cargo holds
Because other cargoes will be contaminated
Where should water level detectors be fitted on bulk carriers?
In the foremost cargo hold
Which of the following types of cover should be fitted to the lower deck bilge wells of a conventional reefer vessel?
A steel watertight cover.
A steel watertight cover with an insulated plug.
Chemical tankers of 20,000 tonnes DWT or above, with a keel laid on or after 1st July 1986, when carrying flammable products with a flashpoint not exceeding 60 degrees Celsius, such as those listed in chapters 17 and 18 of the International Bulk Chemical Code, are exempt from the requirement to be fitted with and use an inert gas plant provided certain conditions are met. Which of the following is a summary of those conditions?
The cargo tank does not exceed 1250 cubic metres capacity / each tank washing machine nozzle does not exceed 12.5 cubic metres per hour delivery rate / the total wash water input to the tank from all tank washing machines does not exceed 90 cubic metres per hour.
The cargo tank does not exceed 3000 cubic metres capacity / each tank washing machine nozzle does not exceed 17.5 cubic metres per hour delivery rate / the total wash water input to the tank from all tank washing machines does not exceed 110 cubic metres per hour.
The cargo tank is greater than 3000 cubic metres capacity / each tank washing machine nozzle is capable of delivering a minimum of 17.5 cubic metres per hour / the total wash water input to the tank from all tank washing machines must be at least 110 cubic metres per hour.
The cargo tank is greater than 1250 cubic metres capacity / the number of tank washing machines in use at any one time must be such that no more than 17.5 cubic metres per hour is delivered / the minimum quantity of wash water delivered in the washing operation must be greater than 110 cubic metres.
On the figure there are four (4) possible directions, shown by the arrowed lines, which could be the correct direction associated with the term "HEAD LINE". Which one is the correct one?
Head line is given by D on the figure
Head line is given by C on the figure
Head line is given by A on the figure
Head line is given by B on the figure