The test consists of random questions on a selected topic.
*In which one of the following an oil, the flash point of which only needs to be over 43°C, may be used?
When stowing a container vessel, what should be considered when assessing the potential effects on the vessel's torsion?
Distribution of the containers
Distribution and weight of the containers
The ship has a single fixed pitch right-handed propeller and is going astern as illustrated. What is the most likely way the ship will react in these circumstances?
The bow will "seek" the wind and the ship will swing to port
The stern will "back" into the wind and the ship's heading will swing to starboard.
The stern will fall off to starboard, making the heading swing to port.
The ship will go straight astern and the heading will remain approximately the same
Which type of vessel suffers from the greatest squat effects?
Vessel with a large length to beam ratio
Vessel with a high Block Coefficient
Vessel with a low Block Coefficient
Vessel with a small length to beam ratio.
On the figure 4 possible definitions of the term "PANAMA LEAD" are given. Which one is the correct one?
Panama lead is given by C on the figure
Panama lead is given by D on the figure
Panama lead is given by A on the figure
Panama lead is given by B on the figure
Who is responsible for maintaining the vessel's structural strenght?
The Flag State Administration
The Shipping Company and the Classification Society
You have just completed tank inspection, prior to loading a number of chemical grades. The Duty Officer instructs you to secure the tank lids. (On this vessel, they are circular in design, with four dogs and the lid is raised and lowered on a geared wheel). Which of the following methods will you use to secure the lids?
I will swing the lid over the coaming and postion the dogs, tightening down the two furthest from the geared wheel first, then the two closest to the wheel. I will then take any remaining pressure off the wheel.
I will lower the lid with the geared wheel, ensuring that the coaming rim sits centrally against the packing. I will then position and tighten the dogs, working back and forth so that an even pressure is applied overall.
I will lower the lid with the geared wheel and then work round the dogs in a clockwise direction, tightening each one right down in turn.
I will lower the lid with the geared wheel, screwing it down as tightly as possible, then position the dogs, so that the lid remains centrally positioned while the ship is as sea.
At what number of crew members is it mandatory to have an Working Environment Committee on board?
Minimum four crew members.
Minimum eight crew members.
Minimum twelve crew members.
Which of the following knife types has a flexible blade, a round tip and is used for removing items from baking trays or spreading fillings and icing?
Ordinary thyristors (SCR) must often be protected against reverse overvoltage transients because even over-voltages of extremely short duration can destroy them. These circuits have been given such over-voltage protection, but only one of them is correct. Which?
What should a cadet be aware of when using a needle gun?
A Cadet should be aware of the dangers associated with using a needle gun
A Cadet should be aware that the valve of a needle gun is not to be opened before starting to descale rust
A Cadet should be aware of the thickness of the needle gun valve
A Cadet should be aware that there could be a leak in the cowline of a needle gun
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.
f the car decks are empty, it will be easier for the crew to locate all passengers in case of an emergency
To prevent burglary and damage to cars
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 type of dynamic forces may cause indent in plating on forecastle deck and main deck in way of pillars inside forecastle?
Forces created by waves on the forecastle
Pressure forces caused by green water on deck
Slamming in way of flat bottom forward of light draught
Impact pressure forces in way of abrupt or flared bow
Ballast introduced into a cargo tank on a chemical tanker which has been washed to such an extent that the ballast contains less than 1 ppm of the substance previously carried may be discharged into the sea without regard to the discharge rate, ship's speed and discharge outlet location, but under certain conditions. What are those conditions?
That the vessel is not less than 50 miles from the nearest land and is proceeding on route.
Provided the ship is underway and a sample of the ballast water has been drawn from the tank and is stored on board, there are no additional conditions to be imposed on such a discharge.
That the discharge is passed through the Oil Discharge Monitoring Equipment and a visual watch is maintained on the vessel's wake.
That the vessel is not less than 12 miles from the nearest land and is in water that is not less than 25 metres deep.
According to the IMO Gas Codes, what is the minimum number of "Firemen’s outfits" required to be carried on an LNG carrier with a cargo capacity above 5,000 m3?
A deck patrol notices that a cargo space carrying refrigerated cargo under controlled atmosphere (CA) is not padlocked shut. Select, from the options given, the main reason why such a space should be kept locked.
It is a requirement of the ship security plan that such spaces should be locked.
To prevent unauthorised entry into the space because of the hazard risk due to low temperature in the space.
To prevent unauthorised entry into the space because of the hazard risk due to the low oxygen content of the controlled atmosphere in the space.
To minimise the occurrence of pilferage of a valuable cargo.
On a Container vessel, what do you call the corners of a container which house the twistlocks?
What is the correct location or working station for the deck watchman during cargo operations on an oil tanker?
In the cargo control room.
Available somewhere on the weather deck only.
Standing by in the crew mess.
On the cargo tank deck at all times.
According to SOLAS Regulation all dedicated seawater ballast tanks on oil tankers shall have an efficient corrosion prevention system such as hard protective coatings or equivalent. With regard to coatings do SOLAS set any requirement to colour?
Preferably light red colour.
A deaf man is reading the paper in the lounge when the emergency alarm sounds. How do you expect him to react?
He will ask the crew for help.
He will get up and go to the muster station.
He will ask someone what is going on.
He will continue reading the paper.
Most search patterns consists of:
Parallel track covering a rectangular area
Vertical and horizontal tracks
How often shall drills for the operation of watertight doors, side scuttles, valves and closing mechanism of scuppers, ash-chutes and rubbish chutes take place in passenger ships?
You have just started to load Dicyclopentadiene to 5 port and starboard cargo tanks, but no cargo seems to be coming into the tanks. What will you do?
Stop cargo - notify the Duty Officer and / or the terminal dependng on the agreed communication procedure. Re-check the lines, valves and connections carefully, bearing in mind that there might be a build-up of pressure. Advise as appropriate.
Open the main lid on the tank and use a flashlight to try and see if there is a problem with the pump or line inside.
Carefully slack the bolts back on the connections, working initially on the off-shore mainifold, to determine how far the pressure extends in the ship's pipeline system, to determine which valve is giving the problem.
Re-check all valves. Just say nothing and open it, if one is found closed.
Who is responsible for maintaining the vessel's structural strenght?
The Shipping Company and the Classification Society
The Flag State Administration
When bunkering through the port side of the bunker manifold what action should be taken with the valves on the starboard side of the manifold prior to bunkering operations commencing?
Just fit the blank flanges then it doesn’t matter if the valves are closed or not.
The blank flanges should be removed from the starboard side manifold valves to check for any leakage past the closed valves.
Just check that the valves are closed.
Blank flanges should be fitted to the closed starboard side manifold valves.
What general background colour is used on warning signs which require a specific "mandatory" action, such as one which might require the wearing of a safety harness during a particular work task?
What will happen with the interface in the bowl, if the flow is too high?
The separation of the oil is bad.
The separation of the oil is good.
Will have no effect on the interface.
The Inert Gas Plant shall be capable of delivering inert gas with an oxygen content of not more than?
Some liquefied gas cargoes have an inhibitor added to them. What is the main reason for adding an inhibitor to the cargo?
To prevent cargo leakage from the cargo tank.
To prevent the cargo from heating up too quickly.
To prevent a flammable atmosphere forming in the vapour space.
To prevent or slow down the rate of an unwanted chemical reaction.
After discharging petcoke and washing the cargo holds in the Mediterranean Sea where can a vessel bound for Aden discharge the cargo residue?
What has the cadet been ordered to do?
The Cadet has been ordered to to dismantle the evaporator
The Cadet has been ordered to test the steering gear
The Cadet has been ordered to help the Bo's'un sandblast the poop deck
The Cadet has been ordered to paint the evaporator using a paint brush
Which certificate is issued to LPG and other liquefied gas carriers in accordance with the IGC code?
The Certificate of Fitness is issued in accordance with the IGC code
The International Load Line Certificate is issued in accordance with the IGC code
The Cargo Ship Safety Construction Certificate is issued in accordance with the IGC code
The Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate is issued in accordance with the IGC code.
A clogged / dirty lube oil filter can be detected best by:
The pressure drop across the filter.
Visual inspection of the filter elements.
A decrease in oil viscosity.
High lube oil temperature.
Where and for what are rubber mats used on board a pure car carrier?
Under the loading ramp flap to prevent jetty damage
On the loading ramp to prevent damaging the ramp surface
Under the loading ramp flap to prevent vehicle damage
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
If it is found that a leakage from the gland of a centrifugal pump is excessive. The correct procedure is:
Fit oversize packing to the stuffing box.
Tighten the gland as much as possible until the leakage stops.
Ensure the bilge well to which it is draining is regularly pumped out.
Re-pack the stuffing box loosely with the correct size packing at the earliest opportunity.
As understood within the IMDG Code, what is an "article"?
Something that is packed within a freight container.
A device that is responsible for initiating a dangerous reaction.
A device that contains a dangerous substance or mixture of substances.
A form that contains important information about a hazardous substance.
Which is the "AFT BREAST LINE", in the figure?
The Aft Breast Line is B, in the figure
The Aft Breast Line is C, in the figure
The Aft Breast Line is D, in the figure
The Aft Breast Line is A, in the figure
What is the main quencher for an oil tanker?
Why is the tank washing discharge outlet located below the waterline on a chemical tanker?
So that a safe and legal rate of dilution is achieved in the wake as the ship proceeds along.
So that toxic vapours are neutralised by the layer of water above the outlet.
So that tank cleaning can be carried out without anyone noticing.
So that there is minimum resistance to the flow generated by the pumps as they discharge the washings.
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.
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.
With two alternators running in parallel, you wish to disconnect one. The first step is to:
Make sure the load is evenly shared
Trip the main circuit breaker
Remove the load from the alternator to be stopped
Increase the frequency on the switchboard
A reefer vessel is to load a part cargo of frozen beef hocks (large joints of beef, usually quarters, not packed in cartons). In deciding which would be the most appropriate space on a conventional reefer vessel, which of the given options would be the preferred choice?
Any space will be acceptable as this is a hard frozen cargo and relatively easy to handle and carry.
4A deck as this is the largest square space on the vessel and will allow good access and air flow for the cargo.
A cargo space low in the vessel as this cargo has a relatively high stowage factor.
1C deck as this is the narrowest space on the vessel and will best constrain the cargo from any possible movement during the voyage.
What is the definition of "dew point" of a vapour mixture?
The dew point is the temperature at which the vapour begins to condense as the temperature increases.
The dew point is the temperature at which the vapour begins to condense as the temperature decreases.
The dew point is the temperature at which the liquid begins to condense as the temperature decreases.
The dew point is the temperature at which the vapour begins to evaporate as the temperature decreases.
How can you avoid and/or reduce potential panic among passengers, if an emergency situation occurs?
Do not inform passengers about the situation. It will only create panic and make it difficult for the crew to handle the situation.
Inform the passengers, that there is nothing to worry about, to keep them calm.
Inform passengers at frequent intervals over the public announcement system about the situation and how they shall act. Use as many of the ships officers and crew among the passengers to assist.
Checking that all crew and passenger are present
Which of the given options is the SIGTTO definition of the term 'span gas'?
A vapour sample of known composition and concentration used to calibrate gas detection equipment.
A gas, such as nitrogen, or a mixture of non-flammable gases.
Vapour removed from contact with its liquid and heated beyond its boiling temperature.
A phenomenon generated in a pipeline system when there is a change in the rate of flow of liquid in the line.
Where should the vehicle belonging to a disabled person be placed?
Preferably near an elevator or a place where you have easy access to the stairways
In the after part of the car deck
As close to the bow door as possible to avoid any traffic jam during discharging
You are going to enter a tank to clean up some dust. What kind of permits is required to be issued before entering?
Enclosed Space Entry Permit
Hot Work Permit and Cold Work Permit.
Enclosed Space Entry Permit and Hot Work Permit.
Enclosed Space Entry Permit and Cold Work Permit
What is the main purpose of having a deaerator in a boiler feed water system?
To remove oxygen and other dissolved gases from the feed water.
To provide a dosage point for feed water treatment.
To reduce the total dissolved solids in the feed water.
Toact as the primary feed heater.
What are we calling materials with same molecule formula, but the properties are different because the atom structure is different?
A bulk cargo has a stowage factor (S.F) of 1.50 cubic metres per metric tonne (m3/mt). If 1000 tonnes are to be loaded what volume will this cargo occupy?
On a RoRo vessel, what should be done first when cargo has shifted at sea on a RoRo vessel and re-lashing is not possible?
Take action to improve stability
Go Faster to outrun the problem
Alter course and/or speed to reduce the accelerations and prevent further damage
When a ro-ro unit/cargo is damaged what should the duty officer do if he is not carrying a camera?
Sketch the damaged unit/cargo
Note the manufacturer's details
Make a damage report and rough sketch of the damage
Note the stowage location at which the damage occurred
In describing oil cargoes, what is "sour crude"?
A crude oil from West Africa
A petroleum product which reacts with water during tank-washing, leading to a distinctive odour about the tank deck
A crude oil cargo which has left substantial residues in the bottom of the tank after discharge
A term used to describe crude oil or products containing appreciable amounts of hydrogen sulphide and / or mercaptans
There are a number of different designs of tanks used for the cargo containment systems for liquefied gas carriers including independent tanks. How many different types of independent tanks are there in the IMO Gas Codes?
There are three types of independent tanks; Spherical tanks, Membrane tanks and Prismatic tanks
There are three types of independent tanks, type A, B and C
There are two types of independent tanks; type 1 and 2
There is only one type of independent tanks; Spherical tanks
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.
In which locations will Ro-Ro units be stained when a vessel is at sea?
Units stowed on ramp slopes
Units stowed near watertight doors
Units stowed in way of fan duct exits
Units stowed near gas tight doors
How many lifejackets are required in a passenger cabin?
Twice the number of beds in the cabin
None, they will be handed out at the muster station
Same number as beds in the cabin
With a bulk ship in port, when would it be permissible to start painting over-side?
Within two hours of berthing
After obtaining permission from the port authority
Immediately after berthing
After obtaining permission from the master
Why should one not rely wholly on a loading computer?
Because loading computers do not indicate actual sea going conditions
Because loading computers do not warn of high centres of gravity when high cube containers are carried
Because some instruments do not warn of heavy-over-light containers so long as overall stack weights are within limits
Because loading computers do not indicate the positions of high cube containers
What is the Chief Officer worried about?
The Chief Officer is worried that that oil will leak out before the ship is moored
The Chief Officer is worried that oil will run through the overboard valves, into the sea
The Chief Officer is worried that oil will be pumped into the sea
The Chief Officer is worried that that the cadet will not adjust the moorings properly
On the diagram, which letter indicates what is meant by the word "DRAUGHT" of the ship?
Draught is indicated by B, in the figure
Draught is indicated by A, in the figure
Draught is indicated by C, in the figure
Draught is indicated by D, in the figure
What are ‘Dangerous Goods’ within the context of containerisation?
Goods that are liable to explode
Substances, materials and articles covered by the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code
Goods that are self-heating and liable to spontaneous combustion
Goods that are liable to cause damage to the ship
A palletised fruit cargo is being loaded into a cargo space which will be partly empty at the completion of loading. In order to secure the cargo which of the options given is the best way to complete the stow?
With the face of the stow athwart ships (side to side across the compartment.
With the face of the stow stepped down using cartons after breaking down the last pallets.
With the face of the stow stepped across the compartment.
With the face of the stow fore and aft along the length of the compartment.
Which of the following options is the most likely cause of high exhaust gas temperatures in all cylinders of a diesel engine?
Water in the fuel supply.
Partial blockage in the exhaust gas system.
Worn or broken piston rings.
Faulty high pressure fuel pump on one of the cylinders.
Under which IMDG Class is fishmeal carried when not treated with anti-oxidant?
Class 9 - Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles
Class 4.1 - Flammable solid
Class 4.2 - Flammable solid
Class 5.1 - Oxidizing substance
What should be done when flammable vapours are detected in a cargo hold?
Stop the hold ventilation and close all ventilator covers
Stop the hold ventilation
Run the hold ventilation in ‘supply’ mode
Run the hold ventilation in ‘exhaust’ mode
From where on board can you find out the different types of protection equipment regarding where placed, how much, how many etc.?
What is the meaning of the term purification?
Separation of solid contaminants from a liquid.
Separation of two insoluble liquids with different densities, and at the same time removing of solids.
Operation as the 2.nd separator in a serial system.
What is the first action that should be taken by the rating on boiler watch in the event of a flame failure on the boiler?
Call the engineer on watch
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?
Why should all bulk cargoes be trimmed and levelled on completion of loading?
To assist in the discharge
To prevent flammable gasses being generated
To reduce the possibilities of the cargo shifting at sea
To reduce the risk of cargo damage on passage
What does this flag mean?
My vessel is stopped and making no way through the water.
I wish to communicate with you.
I have a diver down; keep well clear at slow speed.
You are on a power-driven vessel underway in open water. This vessel is sighted wide on the port bow. It's bearing is opening, but its distance is closing rapidly. Which of the following is a correct assessment of the situation and the action to be taken?
Risk of collision is deemed not to to exist. However, to be sure of a safe passing distance, I will reduce my speed to allow the other vessel to pass ahead.
Risk of collision is deemed not to exist and I will maintain my course and speed. I will continue to monitor the situation.
Risk of collision is deemed to exist and I will make a broad alteration of course to starboard, sounding one short blast. I will re-assess the situation when the alteration is carried out.
Risk of collision is a possibility. I will maintain my course and speed for now, but be prepared for an alteration of course to port if the CPA seems to be less than 0.2nm as we draw closer.
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
It is possible to operate two similar generators in parallel at equal power (kW) but at different power factors. The generator with lower power factor will run:
Hotter due to increased current
Cooler due to increased speed
Faster due to increased voltage
Slower due to increased current
"Noxious Liquid Substances which, if discharged into the sea from tank cleaning or deballasting operations , are deemed to present a hazard to either marine resources or human health or cause harm to amenities or other legitimate uses of the sea and therefore justify a limitation on the quality and quantity of the discharge into the marine environment". What is this a definition of?
A liquid cargo that is prohibited for carriage in vessels other than type 1 chemical tanker, as defined in the INC Code.
A category "Y" substance as identified in the revised MARPOL Annex II.
A category "X" substance as identified in the revised MARPOL Annex II.
An NLS as defined in ISGOTT revision V.
For what could a ro-ro vessel be held responsible by a port authority?
Stevedore damages to vehicles
Visitors not wearing appropriate identification
When preparing to ballast the double-bottom tanks of a General Cargo Vessel, which of the following must be done?
All tanks ballasted at the same time
All cargo operations completed
The Chief Officer's ballast plan followed exactly
Ensure that the vessel is kept on an even keel throughout the operation
Liquefied gas is, by IMO, divided into different groups. What is the criterion for this division?
The boiling point, chemical bindings, toxicity and flammability.
The nitrogen and hydrocarbon content.
On a Container vessel, what must be done when container lashing equipment fails at sea?
Report the matter to the equipment manufacturer's
Report the matter to the ship owner
Enter the number and type of failed equipment in the deck log book
Enter the number and type of failed equipment into the lashing equipment file on board
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
Why should vehicles stowed on ramps face downwards?
To facilitate cargo discharge operations
To facilitate cargo stowage operations
To prevent fuel draining from the engine
To prevent excessive tyre compression
Which part of the magnetic compass error changes with a change in the course steered?
All of the suggested answers
On the figure there are four (4) possible definitions of the term "MIDSHIPS" given. Which one is the correct one?
Midships is given by C on the figure
Midships is given by A on the figure
Midships is given by B on the figure
Midships is given by D on the figure
When a bulwark ladder is used for the pilot to step down onto the deck, such ladder shall have two stanchions provided, which are at least 40 mm in dia, between 70 and 80 cms apart, and at least 1.2 mtrs higher than the bulwark. Such stanchions shall be rigidly secured:
At the deck level and near the bulwark top level.
At or near the bulwark top level.
It does not matter where they are secured.
Quick closing devices operable from upper deck outside the engine room, are provided for all fuel valves connected to the fuel tanks in the engine room.The function of the quick closing devices are checked being in functioning condition during Safety Equipment survey. Would it be advisable to have these safety functions frequently tested?
Checking every renewal of Safety Equipment Certificate (2 years) is sufficient.
Yes, the quick closing devices shall be tested and maintained frequently to ensure proper function in case of fire in the engine room.
No, if the quick closing devices are closed the engines will stop.
Checking once a year is sufficient.
How often shall each member of the crew participate in an "abandon ship"-drill?
Must you be certified to be a lifeboat-commander?
Yes, you must attend a one week course at a approved course center.
Yes, you must attend to a course held by certified personnel, and then be certified by national authorities (NMD, USCG, etc)
No, the only thing you need is one hour instruction from a deck officer.