The test consists of random questions on a selected topic.
When a satellite receives a “distress alert” from a Cospas-Sarsat EPIRB, the relay of the “distress alert” can be delayed because the satellite cannot immediately contact a:
LES before the satellite is actually seen by this ground station
LUT before the satellite is actually seen by this ground station
NCS before the satellite is actually seen by this ground station
Proper transmissions of the NAVTEX-message can be aided ………… by:
automatically comparing the message earlier received ones
request for repetition of the garbled text fragment by the receiving NAVTEX installation
What is false regarding the function :” Transmission and reception of maritime safety information”
On area A2 this function is based on the use of NAVTEX
On area A1 this function is based on the use of VHF NBDP telex
On area A4 this function is based on the use of HF NBDP telex
On area A3 this function is based on the use of INMARSAT C SAFETYNET
When you have an urgent message concerning the safety of a vessel, aeroplane or any other means of …………or a person, then you have to use:
Who is responsible for the number and the position of any tugs to be used during a mooring operation?
The Master, with consideration of the advice of the pilot
It will be only the wind speed that will determine the required number of tugs and how they are used.
The Port Authority will dictate the tug requirements and their use within the port limits
The Pilot is fully responsible for the number and use of tugs within the port area
When Sen. Deck Off. of both vessels involved have decided which will be the last lines to be let go whilst unmooring, these lines should be made fast as follows on the ship accepting the lines.
By keeping the rope on the warping drum of a deck winch, fig. 3.
By turning up the rope on the bitts, fig. 1.
By putting the eye on the bitts, fig. 2.
By shackling the eye to a strongpoint, fig. 4.
When navigating using the GPS, how does the GPS display indicate when the accuracy of the displayed position is reduced?
The GPS display is always very accurate and does not give any indication of lack of accuracy.
A large Correction Factor is displayed on the screen
A large HDOP value is displayed on the screen
The GPS display flashes and sounds an alarm
As per SOLAS regulations, the general emergency alarm system must be tested:
The "inner bottom" is the :
Compartment between the tank top and shell of the vessel
Inner side of the vessel-s shell
Space between two transverse bottom frames
The abbreviation "NPSH" is often seen in connection with the efficiency of cargo pumps on oil tankers. What does this abbreviation stand for?
Necessary Pumping Suction Hazard.
Natural Pumping Standard Height.
Nominal Pressure Suction Head.
Net Pressure Suction Head.
A bulk carrier is loading to complete on summer draught of 10.00m when in salt water; the vessel is loading in river water; The dock water allowance is 80mm ; the maximum draught when loading is completed is??
What is the most likely reason for vibration and noise at the suction side of a centrifugal pump when it is running?
Pump suction valve fully open.
Water hammer in the pump casing.
Fluid friction in the suction line.
Collapsing vapour bubbles due to cavitation.
A heat exchanger of the tube and shell type is used for cooling lubricating oil with seawater as the secondary fluid. Which of the options would indicate that the tube stack was becoming fouled (scaled or coked) rather than blocked?
An increased temperature difference between the seawater inlet and outlet and also between the lubricating oil inlet and outlet.
A reduced temperature difference between the seawater inlet and outlet and also between the lubricating oil inlet and outlet.
A reduced temperature difference between the seawater inlet and outlet and an increase in the temperature difference between the lubricating oil inlet and outlet.
An increase in the temperature difference between the seawater inlet and outlet and a reduced temperature difference between the lubricating oil inlet and outlet.
What is the main advantage of having a central cooling system fitted on board ship?
It should require less maintenance than a conventional system using only sea water.
It does not require any seawater.
It is a simple system with minimum control requirements.
Only one heat exchanger is needed for all cooling duties.
A large electric motor is being removed from a main seawater pump with the aid of the engine room crane. Which is the best method of starting the lift from the options given?
Use the 'inch up' facility on the crane to 'break' the motor free after slackening all of the retaining bolts.
Use a suitable chain block suspended from the crane hook to 'break' the motor free after slackening all of the retaining bolts.
Use the full hoist facility on the crane to 'break' the motor free after slackening all of the retaining bolts.
Use the full hoist facility to lift the motor clear in one action after removing all of the retaining bolts.
Why are Chromate Based Cooling Water Treatments not allowed when the system is connected to a fresh water generator?
It increases the chloride level.
It could poison the fresh water if leakage occurs.
Chromate Based Cooling Water Treatments are not allowed in any cooling water system.
It reacts with metals used in the fresh water generator.
Commonly available on board an oil tanker, what is the industry standard Guide that describes best safety practise for tanker and terminal operations?
Why did they order another tug?
Because the bow thrust was useless in the strong wind.
Because they wanted to make sure that the ship could be safely turned.
Because the mates always receive their instructions prior to berthing and they all felt that another tug was needed.
Because the ship was going to berth with port side to the terminal.
What is the minimum number of bolts required in a 12 inch bolted flange cargo hose coupling?
How should packaged units be secured below decks?
By means of adequate timber shoring and wedging for individual units
By means of adequate wire lashings for units grouped together
By making a chock-a-block stow so that units will not shift
By means of adequate timber shoring and wedging for units grouped together
What would the Master require of the Chief Officer?
The Master would require the Chief Officer to organise a lifeboat drill
The Master would require the Chief Officer to repair the lifeboat engine
The Master would require the Chief Officer to test the lifeboat engine
The Master would require the Chief Officer to replace the lifeboat painter
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
During inspection of a cylinder liner for a large, slow speed diesel engine it is found to be worn in a cloverleaf pattern. The greatest points of wear are found to be in way of the cylinder lubricator holes. From the options given, what is the most likely cause of this type of wear pattern?
Excessive cooling of the cylinder liner at low load operation.
Fuel impingement on the liner due to faulty fuel injector nozzle.
Cylinder lubricant has too high an alkalinity for the sulphur content of the fuel.
Insufficient cylinder lubricating oil being supplied.
What do the letters "TPC" stand for?
Tonnes per Centimetre Immersion.
Which of the following is a summary of the features of a "controlled tank venting system" as may be found on a chemical tanker?
PV valves are fitted to limit the pressure or vacuum in the tank; no shut-off valves may be fitted either above or below the PV valves; provision may be made to by-pass the PV valves under certain operating conditions; such a system shall consist of a primary and secondary means of allowing full flow of vapour, except that the secondary system may be replaced by pressure sensors fitted within the tank.
The system permits vapour recovery via a collection manifold which may be connected to a shore reception facility.
PV valves are fitted to limit the pressure or vacuum within the tank; the PV valves shall be capable of being isolated or by-passed; the system shall be supplemented by pressure sensors within the cargo tank.
The system is fitted to a tank used for cargoes having a flash point not exceeding 60 degrees Celsius and is fitted with a device to prevent the passage of flame into the cargo tank.
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
On a General Cargo Vessel, which of the following statements are correct?
Under the Hague-Visby rules there is an obligation to make a vessel seaworthy
Under the Hague rules there is an obligation to make a vessel seaworthy
Under the Hague and Hague-Visby rules a ship-owner must exercise due diligence to make a vessel seaworthy
Under the Hague and Hague-Visby rules a vessel must be seaworthy at the commencement of a voyage
An engine room rating is assisting in the maintenance of some of the valves on the low pressure steam range. Which packing material, from the options given, would be the best choice for repacking the gland of a low pressure steam valve?
Lead covered cotton packing.
How many groups is cargo tanks divided into?
A vessel with a large transverse GM will have which of the following rolling periods?
Fast abrupt rolling period to small angles.
A moderately comfortable period with medium angles of heel.
Slow period of roll either side of an angle of loll.
Very slow and to large angles of heel.
Two identical medium speed engines are connected through clutches and a reduction gearbox to a single controllable pitch propeller. It is noted during normal operation that the load sharing between the engines is uneven with one engine taking a greater proportion of the load as the total load increases even though they are equally loaded at low load. Select from the options given the most likely cause of this problem.
One of the engines is running faster than the other at high loads.
The fuel filters in the supply line for one of the engines are blocked
The governor droop settings are incorrectly set and are not matched.
The clutch on one engine is slipping.
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 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?
Use a breathing apparatus if the oxygen level is below 21%
Bring a flashlight and put on safety shoes
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
Remember to have a colleague standing by to assist you if any problems
You must not attempt to move a casualty carelessly, if you suspect patient with:
You enter a High Voltage switch room and find a person apparently unconscious. Which of the following should be done?
Check if the victim is in contact with live parts and if not apply first aid.
Raise alarm, identify means of isolation and apply before approaching victim.
Trip all breakers and approach victim.
Raise alarm then drag the victim clear so that they cannot reach live parts while receiving aid.
A vehicle of length 4.85m; width 1.55m; weight 3200 kg. is to be loaded with a door-to-door clearance of 12cm and bumper-to-bumper clearance of 30cm. What would be its uniform load density?
One of the crossheads on a large, six cylinder, slow speed diesel engine has been severely damaged due to bearing failure. The connecting rod for the cylinder concerned is to be removed from the engine and the piston and damaged crosshead suspended in the engine so that it can be run on 5 cylinders. Which of the methods given in the options should be used to suspend the piston and crosshead?
Remove the cylinder cover and connect the piston (with crosshead attached) to the engine room crane and position the piston so that it covers the scavenge ports.
Raise the piston sufficiently high to allow the crosshead support pins/chains to be fitted and rest the crosshead on them (with piston attached and positioned above the scavenge ports)
Raise the piston (with crosshead attached) to just above the scavenge ports and insert pieces of wood through the ports to rest the piston on
Remove the cylinder cover and lift the piston until the crown and skirt are clear of the liner and place two bits of angle iron across the liner top to rest the piston on.
Which of the following detectors will you use for sensing if a watertight steel door is closed or open?
The engine does not turn when starting air is supplied because of:
The engine temperature is too low.
Released blocking function in remote starting system.
Water in the starting air.
Leakage in the indicator cocks.
What is a deck lift vehicle?
This is another term for a portable vehicle deck
A portable deck used to raise or lower vehicles
A vehicle used to raise or lower portable decks
A vehicle used to raise or lower decks on which vehicles are stowed
Your vessel has a controllable pitch propeller. The engine can be started when the propeller pitch is:
Select the option which best completes the following statement. "When carrying out repairs to damaged hatch gratings it is best to use…
…galvanised crosshead screws."
What is the result of a large metacentric height?
The center of gravity will move upwards.
The ship will have a long roll period.
Bending moment will increase.
The ship will roll violently.
Some centrifugal cargo oil pumps are designed with an automatic stripping system, which allows the cargo oil tank to fully discharge its contents. By what principle does such a stripping system operate?
On the basis that, if cargo vapour can be stopped from entering the cargo pump suction inlet, the flow will continue without cavitation.
By automatically reducing the rate at which oil cargo enters the cargo pump, such that any vapour lifted along with the liquid does not cause a loss of suction.
By the optimum size and positioning of the suction inlet that feeds the automatic stripping system, which ensures that the cargo oil tank is discharged to the maximum possible extent.
On the principle that if the suction is fitted low enough in the cargo oil tank and a specified minimum trim is maintained, suction will be available until the tank is completely discharged.
Emergency instructions in appropriate languages shall be posted in passenger cabins. What information shall as a minimum be included in the emergency instructions?
Where to find thermal protective aids
The method of donning life-jackets, escape routes and alarm signals
Escape routes and alarm signals
Which of the following is the minimum acceptable value of insulation resistance for High Voltage equipment?
By what means can we monitor and control the integrity of the hull?
The chief officer is responsible for monitoring the integrity of the hull and superstructure at all times
Documented operating procedures
Automatic detection systems, television surveillance and patrolling
Let experienced personnel close and secure doors and ramps
Fluid flow is measured using a pneumatic differential pressure transmitter and is indicated on a direct reading instrument. The indicator is reading zero even though fluid is flowing through the system. When the flow rate changes the indicator initially registers a reading but then gradually returns to zero. From the options given select the probable cause of this condition.
The connection to the differential pressure transmitter low pressure bellows is blocked.
Diaphragm in the differential pressure transmitter is perforated.
The I/P converter is faulted.
The connection to the differential pressure transmitter high pressure bellows is blocked.
A steam generating tube in a boiler is found to be badly sagged but not ruptured. Select, from the options given, the most suitable action to be followed in order to operate the boiler.
Plug both ends of the tube and drill a hole in the body of the tube.
As long as the tube is not ruptured the boiler can be operated normally.
Plug both ends of the tube.
Heat the tube up with a gas torch and return it to its original shape and position.
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?
Is there a longitudal bulkhead in membrane tanks?
There is always transverse bulkheads in membrane tanks to reduce free surface of the cargo
There is steel frames instead of bulkheads in membrane tanks
There is always longtitudal bulkhead in membrane tanks
There isn't longtitudal bulkhead in membrane tanks
One water fog applicator is required for each pair of breathing apparatus on board which type of ship?
Passenger ships carrying more than 36 passengers
Passenger ships fitted with car decks
What is most important when using expanded square search?
You are alongside and the hoses have been connected for discharge. The jetty-man shouts across to you, telling you to start cargo. The Duty Officer has not yet given you any instructions to commence. What will you do?
Open the valves and start discharge as soon as possible.
Advise the jetty-man that there is a problem on board and you will notify him when you are ready.
Ignore the jetty-man. Do nothing.
Advise the Duty Officer and await further instructions. Ask the jetty-man to stand by.
Modern conventional reefer vessels are designed to carry containers on deck which are usually 40 foot units weighing more than 20 tonnes when stuffed (filled with cargo). For a vessel fitted with deck cranes having a SWL of 19 tonnes which of the options given is the most appropriate method of handling such containers?
Temporarily override the crane's cut outs when handling such containers.
Arrange for a floating crane to be alongside when handling the containers.
Arrange for a mobile crane to be available when handling the containers.
Use an equalising beam with two of the ship's cranes operating in tandem.
What makes cargo holds weather tight?
The hatch coaming compression bar
Firm contact between the hatch cover rubber seals and the hatch coaming compression bar
Steel-to-steel contact between hatch covers and coaming
Hatch cover rubber packing
What is silica gel normally used for on board liquefied gas carriers?
It is used as a treatment for frostbite.
It is used as an insulating material for the cargo tanks.
It is used as a fire fighting medium for cargo fires.
It is used as a drying agent for the inert gas.
This circuit consists of two capacitors, C(1) = 6 µF and C(2) = 12 µF, in series. Calculate the equivalent C(S) of the two capacitors.
Which of these weapons are widely available and commonly used by criminals and terrorists to further their aims?
Select the three main checks that must be made to ensure that a hold of a General Cargo Vessel is fully weathertight before sailing ?
Hatch cover fully secured, hold access battened down and ballast tanks checked dry
Hatch cover fully secured, hold access battened down and bilge sounding pipe caps on
Hatch cover fully secured, ballast tank ventilators closed down and ballast tank sounding pipe caps on
Hatch ventilators closed, cranes secured and bilges pumped out
What advice would a harbour pilot give the Master?
A harbour pilot would advise the Master to have the steering gear tested
A harbour pilot would advise the Master to single up to one line and back spring, fore and aft
A harbour pilot would advise the Master to request port control for permission to leave the berth
A harbour pilot would advise the Master to ensure that the crew is on stand-by
What is the meaning of "Make Fast"?
Make Fast means to secure a rope
Make Fast means to avoid all meals
Make Fast means to coil a rope
Make Fast means to act very quickly
Where is "AFT", in the figure?
Provided it is considered safe to do so what is the best method of cleaning a cargo hold that contained grain?
Sweep the cargo holds after discharge
Hose down the cargo holds after discharge
Sweep and clean cargo holds from the top down as discharge progresses
Sweep and clean cargo holds from the top down as discharge progresses followed by a final wash
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
When a blackout occurs: what should be your first reaction?
Investigate the cause of the blackout
Inform the Chief Engineer
Inform the bridge about the reason for blackout, and expected time to restart.
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.
A positive displacement type flow meter is defective and cannot be repaired. It is to be replaced with a new instrument which uses a Venturi type sensor. Which of the pneumatic relays given in the options will be required in order for this type of instrument to function correctly?
Square root extractor relay.
Which of the following is associated with staphyloccocal food posining?
Uncooked fish that has been defrosted overnight in a refrigerator.
Food that is not kept properly hot (or cold) as required.
Which Code applies to the design, construction, equipment and operation of ships certified to carry Noxious Liquid Substances in bulk constructed on or after 1st July 1986?
The International Ship Construction (Noxious Liquid Substances in bulk) Regulations.
The Bulk Chemical Code (the BCH Code).
The International Bulk Chemical Code (the IBC Code).
Settlement of disputes, not belonging to the category of the NIS Act, outside Norway between the master and any of the crew regarding wages, the ship service or the employment relationships in general shall be brought before:
What is the typical size of a LNG carrier?
What is the time limit for abandonment of ro-ro passenger ships?
30 minutes from the time the abandon ship signal is given
15 minutes from the time the abandon ship signal is given
2 hours from the time the abandon ship signal is given
What is static amplifying
Change in input signal divided by change in output signal
Change in output signal divided by change in input signal
Corresponding change in signals
Change in input signal times change in output signal
Where would you normally expect to find the air vent cock on a steam boiler?
At the feed water inlet pipe connection.
At the highest point of the steam drum.
At the superheater outlet
On the highest point of the steam range.
Which of the given options best completes the following statement? You should never attempt to light a boiler until………………….
.. the gauge glass shows the water at normal working level.
... the air register is fully open.
… the furnace purge sequence is completed.
… the feed water pump is running.
The sign on the image indicates:
This is the location where you should operate pyrotechnic equipment (Buoyant smoke signal, hand flares and rocket parachute flares) In case of an emergency
Location of lifebuoy with self-igniting light and self-activated smoke signal
Location where you should throw lifebuoys in case a man- over-board situation occurs.
The thermal conductance capability is expressed by a material's thermal conductance number and states the heat quantity. What is the denomination for heat quantity?
Which of the following terms may be used to describe a cloth or paper towel which picks up water or spilled liquid easily and effectively?
A ships 3 - phase a.c. system has 440 V and 220 V sections. The effect of a single short circuit fault to earth on a 220 V line will cause which of the following earth lamp indications:
In 440 V section: all lamps equally bright. In 220 V section: Two lamps bright one lamp dark.
In 440 section: All lamps equally bright. In 220 section: All lamps dark.
In 440 V section: All lamps equally bright. In 220 V section: One lamp dim.
In 440 V section: One lamp dim. In 220 V section: One lamp dim.
What does MARPOL 73/78 require in respect of the contents of lines and pumps on an oil tanker at the completion of discharge?
That they be drained directly (and only) to shore.
That they be cleared to shore by the use of compressed air.
That agreement be reached at the pre-cargo conference as to whether the ship or shore facility are to receive the "unpumpable product remaining in lines and pumps" and the appropriate side then clear the lines to the other by any appropriate means.
That they be drained and then pumped either ashore, or to a cargo tank or slop tank on board.
The "dew point" of a liquid chemical is often quoted in the documentation relating to its loading and carriage. Which of the following is a definition of "dew point"?
The temperature at which a gas is saturated with respect to a condensable component, as in operational terms is seen at the point when air is saturated with moisture.
The temperature at which dry-ice melts in Acetone.
The temperature at which a condensable component is saturated with respect to a gas, as in operational terms is seen at the point when moisture no longer detectable in air.
The temperature at which a saturated gas exhibits condensation.
What should you do in case of any fire breaks out?
Ask passengers to assist you with fire-fighting
Fight the fire and report to the bridge when you have extinguished it
Alert the bridge, Rescue human life, Extinguish if possible by use of available fire fighting-fighting appliances, Secure the area/ damage control
High-level alarms are always switched on during loading operations. Is it necessary to have them switched on during discharge operations on a chemical tanker?
The only way a high level alarm will activate during discharge is as the set level is passed as the tank empties. It is therefore of no value to have them switched on.
No, the alarms are only of value and significance for an increasing liquid level such as is found during loading.
Yes, there is still a risk of overflow if several tanks are connected to a common line system.
It is wholly the choice of the Officer of the Watch whether he uses high level alarms during a discharge operation.
What does the Captain want to have done?
He wants the Chief Officer to organise the repairs of the lifeboat motor
He wants the Chief Officer to organise a lifeboat drill
He wants the Chief Officer to check the lifeboat motor
He wants the Chief Officer to fix the lifeboat if there is something wrong with it
What has to be done before the central gas extinguishing system is used on a fire in engine rooms, cargo holds or other confined spaces?
Make sure that the compartment has been evacuated
All openings to the compartment must be closed
What is the meaning of this symbol ?
What will you serve seafarers who has been exposed to cold?
Fruit and vegetables only.
Brandy, whiskey or other strong drinks.
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 rythm when performing M-T-M in combination with ECC with one First Aider only ?
10 compressions followed by 3 full ventilations
15 compressions followed by 2 full ventilations.
5 compressions followed by 5 full ventilations.
20 compressions followed by 5 full ventilations
How often shall it be conducted an abandon ship drill and fire drill onboard a passenger ship?
Weekly of it the ship are in port.
Bi-weekly (twice a month)