Online testing: Test online CES 5.1 for Deck department, Support level, Oil tanker vessel

When an HF band a DSC distress alert is received, you have to listen to:

Where several rescue units are engaged in a search and rescue operation, one of will be designated as the On-Scene Commander (OSC). Which of the following descibes how this appointment will be made?

The Urgency Message from a ship is used to notify other traffic of a situation where the ship is not in imminent danger, but where the development of the situation is uncertain and may need assistance in the near future. What is the telephony urgency message like?

In radio-traffic with a coast-station, a “personal call” means that one wishes:

In relation ot OPA 90, Which of the following statement is correct?

Which of the following duties shall be included in the "muster list" as being assigned to crewmembers in relation to passengers ?

How many two-way VHFs is required for ships over 500 brutto?

If you are going aloft in a bosun's chair what kind of hook would you use to hook the chair to the rope?

The fire control draft on board is called the safety plan and shall be posted onboard. In port, a copy of this plan shall in addition be available from somewhere else. Where must this copy be available?

What is the most likely reason for vibration and noise at the suction side of a centrifugal pump when it is running?

In a large, 2 stroke, main diesel engine cylinder lubricating oil is supplied directly through lubrication points cut into the cylinder liner. At what point during the cycle should the supply normally occur.

Under the IMDG code what class is assigned to a Fumigated Container?

Which is the "TUG TOWING LINE', in the figure?

In a series installation of a purifier and a clarifier, what is the purpose of the clarifier

Where can the size of the Magnetic Compass Error be found?

A cargo of palletized fruit on oblong pallets is being loaded into the 'tween deck space of a conventional reefer ship by stevedores under the supervision of the ship's crew. The pallets are loaded with the long side athwartships to ensure a stable stow. The final space in the first row is too small to fit another pallet athwartships. Select the option which gives the best course of action to be taken to deal with this situation.

Which is the lee side of a ship?

What is the substance added to a dough mixture to make it rise, during the baking of bread?

An engine room rating notices that the guard on a running pump is hanging loose due to a missing bolt on the support bracket and it is catching the shaft coupling. What is the best action to take as a repair method?

On a General Cargo Vessel, what must be done if a crane or derrick block sheave is found to be worn?

A steward reaches into a sink filled with soapy water to remove the plug. He cuts his hand on a carving knife lying in the bottom. What policy will best eliminate the chance of this kind of accident happening again while still maintaining hygiene standards?

Why is air draught an important consideration when loading bulk cargoes on Bulk Carriers?

The stowage factor of a consignment of car parts is given by shippers as 3.00 cubic metres/metric tonne; what space will be required to load 100 tonnes of this type of cargo on a General Cargo Vessel?

On a Container vessel, what is the purpose of fixed stacking cones?

If all indications are that a cargo has been received without damages, irregularities or short shipment and the phrase "apparent good order and condition" are entered on the Bill of Lading, what type of Bill is this said to be?

If whistles are fitted on a vessel at a distance apart of more than 100 metres, will manoeuvring and warning signals, as defined by rule 34 of the International regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, be given on one or both whistles?

A sudden or gradual increase of the chloride content in the freshwater cooling indicates:

If a boiler is smoking “black smoke” a possible cause can be

What do we mean with LEL when measure the atmosphere?

What are the people probably doing in the picture?

Why do we use stabilisers on passenger ships?

Which of the following will be reported to a company on the emergency phone?

Depending on density or API, an error measurement of 0.1 degree Fahrenheit in a tank containing 50,000 cubic metres (314,491 barrels) of oil will result in which of the following volumes?

What name is given to the knife used for cutting meat from a joint during service?

Not all crude oils can be used for crude oil washing. What is the common recommendation to use a crude oil for washing.

The majority of conversions adopted under the auspices of IMO fall into which of the three main categories:

When are power-operated watertight sliding doors (class 3 doors) compulsory for all watertight doors aboard passenger ships?

What is the most utilised pump type for cargo discharge on a gas carrier?

Where should containers with fishmeal cargo be carried?

The use of steam driven ejectors for ventilation of cargo tanks having flammable vapours in them is not recommended now-a-days due to:

Which statement is correct for a fire door class "A-60"?

Which of the following is an international requirement?

On a General Cargo Vessel the Tonnes per Centimetre (TPC) of a vessel is 30; the present mean draught of the vessel is 6.90 m and the maximum summer load draught is 7.00m; Calculate the amount of cargo that can still be loaded?

A vessel such as a parcel chemical tanker, with an high inbuilt level of subdivision will typically not have a problem with which particular feature of stability which will need to be accounted for on other tankers that have large, unrestricted tanks?

Why does a hatch cover hydraulic system deteriorate?

According to MARPOL there are requirements regarding minimum amidships draught for crude oil tankers in ballast condition. What is the formula for calculating minimum draught amidships?

Why is it necessary to cool down LNG cargo tanks slowly prior to loading cargo?

What extra precautions should be taken by the officers and crew if some of the passengers are disabled, i.e. using wheelchair, cane, blind etc.?

Why do we use stabilisers on passenger ships?

What is the name of this unit?

Following overhaul of the cylinder units of a 4-stroke diesel engine and a suitable running in period it is noted that the lubricating oil consumption of the engine has increased considerably and unexpectedly. The engine is otherwise running normally. Select, from the options given, the most likely cause of this problem.

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?

What should be done with the data logger printouts after completing the discharge of a refrigerated cargo?

Tab washers are often fitted to bolted assemblies to prevent the nuts and bolts slackening. For an assembly where the nuts are positioned at the top select the option which describes the correct method of locating the tab washers.

Is there any requirements regarding double bottom for large passenger ships?

A ship has an electrical system rated at 690 Volts. Which voltage level is this?

Which of the options given is likely to be the reason for a drop in the charge air manifold pressure of a diesel engine operating with an exhaust gas turbocharger?

A mechanical seal, consisting of carbon and ceramic seal rings, is to be fitted to a cetrifugal pump shaft. What is the most likely result of not being extremely carefull when fitting this type of seal?

A cargo pumproom must be mechanically ventilated. What is the minimum number of atmosphere changes per hour that such a system must achieve?

What is the most common way to control the tank pressure on a LNG tanker?

A vapour compression refrigeration system is usually fitted with a number of devices to give protection and control of the system. Which of the methods given in the options should be used to test the high pressure cut out during routine maintenance and checking of the system?

According to guidance provided by the OCIMF, what is the requirement for bolting/securing blind flanges on the manifolds during cargo operations on an oil tanker?

What type of cargo tanks are normally used for the cargo containment system for fully pressurised and semi-pressurised liquefied gas carriers?

Electric ozone generators are sometimes used to remove residual odours from refrigerated cargo spaces. Which of the options given is the additional action required to ensure the operation is successful?

Where shall you be able to activate the ship security alert system on board ro-ro passenger ships?

TBN - total base number from a lube oil test, indicates the:

Which of these will not physically damage a bulk carriers’ plating, frames and brackets?

The Threshold Limit Value (TLV) refers to as parts to million (PPM) by volume of gas in air. What does the time weighted average of ppm indicates?

Prior to loading a reefer cargo it is good practise to carry out an 'ice test' of the temperature sensors within the cargo space. Part of the test is to immerse the sensors in a test bucket of known temperature, usually zero degrees Celsius as this is the melting point of ice. Which of the options is correct in relation to preparing the test bucket?

What purpose has the discharge booster pump on a gas tanker?

A pallet of chilled cargo is made up by placing cartons on top of each other in tiers. Banding straps are then placed tightly around the cartons in way of robust, vertical cardboard corner pieces. Which of the given options is the main purpose of having these corner pieces?

Reefer vessels form part of the 'cold chain' in the transport of perishable goods from the producer to the consumer. There are times when hatches have to remain open in less than perfect conditions, for example strong winds. There are steps that can be taken however to mitigate the effects of this on cargo that has already been loaded. Which of the options given could be considered to be the most important measure to counter the effect of such conditions?

For what purpose do we have booster pumps on the cargo discharge line?

What do we mean to gas free a cargo tank?

What factors do you consider as important before mooring a vessel?

If a vessel is fitted with “free flow system”, what does it mean?

On a RoRo vessel, what must be ensured onboard the vessel prior to commencing cargo?

You are in an area of restricted visibility, close to a port. You hear this signal. What vessel does it come from and what additional information does the signal provide?

Which of these can be loaded in the same hold of a General Cargo Vessel, as steel coils?

You are mid-way through the discharge of several grades of chemicals. You hear a sudden change in tone on a cargo pump and notice hydraulic oil spraying from a broken oil supply pipe. What will you do?

Cargo compressors are fitted on LPG carriers as part of the cargo and vapour handling system. Why is it important to 'bar over' a piston type LPG compressor before starting it up?

What name is given to the pickled, fermented vegetable condiment that accompanies almost every Korean dish?

In a US port and according to the Code of Federal Regulations, a 'Declaration of Inspection' must be completed before the transfer of an oil cargo can take place. Who is responsible for preparing this Declaration?

During a pre-loading survey prior to loading grain on a Bulk Carrier, very small amount of the previous grain cargo is found in a cargo hold; what is the significance of this situation?

On a Container vessel, why should a vessel not carry left and right-handed twistlocks?

"Which of these precautionary measures can reduce the threat of piracy, if implemented?"